About Me
I'm Sonny Santiago, a graduate student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill pursuing a Master's in Educational Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship. A proud UNC Wrestling alumnus and 2x D1 NCAA Tournament qualifier, I bring the same discipline and competitive drive from athletics into everything I pursue.
My passion lives at the intersection of education, technology, and community impact. From partnering with the Mark Cuban Foundation on AI rubrics for teachers to leading entrepreneurial initiatives at Launch Chapel Hill, I'm committed to transforming how students and communities access opportunity — and to building the next generation of innovators.
What I Do
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Educational Innovation
Developing forward-thinking educational tools — including AI-powered rubrics for teachers — to modernize and improve learning outcomes across classrooms.
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Entrepreneurship & Startups
Supporting student and community entrepreneurs through Launch Chapel Hill — from marketing events to building summer accelerator programs that spark real economic growth.
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Leadership & Community
Leading the Student Athlete Speaker Series and serving on the SAAC committee — bridging the worlds of athletics and professional development for student athletes.
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Event Management
200+ hours managing D1 events, ACC Championships, and NCAA Tournaments with UNC Event Management — delivering top-tier experiences from start to finish.