About Us
Anteater Linux User Group at UC Irvine (ALUG@UCI) is a student organization dedicated to providing a space for Linux and open source software on campus. We welcome everyone at UCI of all backgrounds and experience levels to join us in learning, sharing, and collaborating on all things open-source!
A Community-First Approach
At ALUG@UCI, we believe in a community-oriented approach to learning and collaboration.
This is why members are encouraged to play an active role in the direction of the group, and to contribute to the community by helping others learn and collaborate. It’s just like the open source ethos. From the meeting topics to the projects we work on, we are committed to making ALUG@UCI a vibrant and inclusive community that meets everyone where they are.
Meet the Team
Founder & President
Name
Chris Rios
Major
Computer Science B.S.
Preferred Distro
CachyOS
Device(s)
System76 Adder WS, Steam Deck, and Macbook Air M4
Fun Fact
I was born left-handed, but raised right-handed
Vice-President & Event Coordinator
Name
Kasra Moayedi
Major
Computer Science and Engineering B.S.
Preferred Distro
Fedora
Device(s)
PC & Thinkpad
Fun Fact
I know 6 different programming languages!
Secretary
Name
Mark Valkin
Major
Computer Science B.S.
Preferred Distro
Fedora (Asahi)
Device(s)
M1 Mac
Fun Fact
I play a video game from 1987
Project Coordinator & Interim Treasurer
Name
Albert Duong
Major
Software Engineering B.S.
Preferred Distro
Arch Linux
Device(s)
Dell Latitude
Fun Fact
I have a small family of treecko plushies
Public Relations #1
Name
Ikechi Ezekwe
Major
Electrical Engineering, B.S.
Preferred Distro
Arch Linux
Device(s)
Thinkpad X1 Nano Gen 1 with Arch Linux (Sway as my WM)
Fun Fact
I’m a huge rhythm gamer with my favorite being sound voltex (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧
Public Relations #2
Name
Tobias Maramba
Major
Computer Science B.S.
Preferred Distro
CachyOS
Device(s)
Thinkpad E14 Gen 4 (Ubuntu) & Desktop Gaming PC (CachyOS)
Fun Fact
I have an identical twin brother