Kimmel Student Involvement Center

Maddie Walters, Student Body President
Hometown:  Elizabeth, IL
Year in School:  Junior
Major:  Business Economics, Pre Law Minor
Vision for Student Government:  "It is my goal for student government to encourage involvement on campus and SIUE pride. I want to promote an environment where students are comfortable voicing their concerns and learning more about what resources are available to them."
Hobbies:  Reading, Traveling, Watching Netflix with my cat
Other campus involvement:  Honors Student Association, Pre Law Association, Student Economics Association, National Society of Leadership and Success
Contact Me: madwalt@siue.edu

Ronald Akpan, Vice President
Hometown:  Dunlap, IL
Year in School:  Senior
Major:  Accounting
Vision for Student Government: "I will ensure that students have a well adjustment to campus in the hopes that their experience at SIUE is as welcoming and enjoyable as possible."
Hobbies: Working out, reading, listening to podcasts                                                                                                 Other campus involvement:  Resident Assistant, Beta Alpha Psi, Marketing Association VP of Finance     Contact Me:  rakpan@siue.edu

Jacque Dreppard, Financial Officer
Hometown:  St. Louis, MO
Year in School:  Senior
Major:  Computer Management Information Systems
Vision for Student Government:  "To be a well known resource for students and student organizations, in order to increase the college experience and student academic performance."
Hobbies: Reading, sewing, watching Netflix, traveling, sleeping, and hanging out with friends
Other campus involvement:  Kappa Kappa Gamma: Vice President of Operations, PHC Recruitment Counselor
Contact Me: jdreppa@siue.edu

Kaitlyn Kyle, External Affairs Officer
Hometown:  Dupo, IL
Year in School:  Senior
Major: International Relations
Vision for Student Government: "I want Student Government to connect SIUE to the greater community. I believe through this position, we can bond our communities together to create a more college town feel, and give our students more opportunities to be involved off campus."
Hobbies: Crafting, doing makeup, cooking, learning languages
Other Campus Involvement:  Kappa Kappa Gamma, Global Ambassador Program, Order of Omega, National Residence Hall Honorary, Resident Assistant, Makeup Club, Sunrise Edwardsville, Gamma Theta Upsilon, and the Gay Straight Alliance
Contact Me: kakyle@siue.edu

Hayleigh Lutz, Internal Affairs Officer
Hometown: Decatur, IL
Year in School:  Senior
Major:  International Business with minors in French and Peace & International Studies
Vision for Student Government:  "I want Student Government to be accessible to all students and to make sure that students know that their voice matters. I would love to see the entire campus involved with student government activities. Planning a wide range of events that would get many different people involved across campus to improve student involvement!"
Hobbies: Painting, Photography, Reading, Exploring & Traveling, and Disney+
Other campus involvement:  Panhellenic Council - Vice President of Recruitment 2020 • Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority - Coordinator of Branding 2020 • National Residence Hall Honorary • Global Ambassadors Program • SIUE Students For Life • Makeup Club • Order of Omega
Contact Me: halutz@siue.edu

Sophia Ballard, Marketing & Communications Officer
Hometown: Effingham, IL
Year in School: Senior
Major: Applied Communication Studies with a focus in Public Relations
Vision for Student Government: "I want to encourage an inclusive environment in Student Government. My goal is to communicate to the student body as a whole ways for them to be involved in Student government or other student organizations on campus. I want students to feel informed of everything Student Government does for the SIUE community."
Hobbies: Working out, attending concerts, spending time with friends, family and my dog
Other campus involvement: Panhellenic Council - Vice President of Public Relations and Marketing, Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority, Public Relations Student Society of America
Contact Me: soballa@siue.edu

Maddy McKenzie, Student Diversity Officer  
Hometown: Alton, IL
Year in School:  1st Year Graduate
Major: Industrial Organizational Psychology
Vision for Student Government: "I want to use my position on Student Government to advocate for ALL students and make them aware of the resources they can utilize. Additionally, I want to create a safe space for marginalized groups on campus to voice their concerns and share their experiences."
Hobbies: Running & Crafting
Other campus involvement:  Research Assistant & LeaderShape
Contact Me: madmcke@siue.edu

 William Akpan, Organization Relations Officer  
Hometown: Dunlap, IL 
Year in School: Sophomore 
Major: Business 
Vision for Student Government: “I would like to see better communication between student government and the student organizations to create positive change on our campus. I hope to ensure that organizations have their needs met and are serving students effectively." 
Hobbies:Running, watching movies, playing basketball 
Other campus involvement: Intervarsity 
Contact Me: wakpan@siue.edu           

The legislative branch of Student Government consists of 22 senators elected by the Student Body during annual elections held during Spring Semester or appointed, pursuant to the Student Government Constitution. Two of thetwenty elected Senators are graduate students. Two freshman senators are appointed during the Fall Semester.

Meet Your Senators

Izzy Pruitt, Freshman Senator Hometown: Chatam, IL Year in School: Freshman Major: Public Health (Pre-Med) Vision for Student Government: I am hoping to get involved with activism on campus, including but not limited to, mental health, helping lower income students, diversity, etc. Hobbies: Traveling, Reading, Painting Other campus involvement: Alpha Phi Contact Me: ipruitt@siue.edu

                               

Hannah Sheahan, Freshman Senator Hometown: Troy, IL Year in School:Freshman Major: Accounting Vision for Student Government: I would love to expand the mental health awareness activities that Student Government does throughout the year, as well as expanding the campus sustainability initiatives. Hobbies: Some of my hobbies include spending time with friends and family, hiking, going to concerts, and watching sports, especially hockey. (GO BLUES!) Other campus involvement: Member of University Honors Program, Member of the Speech and Debate Team Member of Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority Contact Me: hsheaha@siue.edu

Brigid Aslin, Graduate Senator
Hometown: Dexter, MI
Year in School: 2nd Year Graduate
Major: College Student Personnel Administration
Vision for Student Government:"I hope to ensure that all graduate programs utilize textbook services, ensure that graduate students are informed of what is happening within the institution, and advocate for graduate and teaching assistants. I look forward to representing my fellow graduate students!"
Hobbies:Playing Nintendo Switch, spending time with my cat, singing opera
Other campus involvement: LEAD Program and Student Leadership Council
Contact Me:baslin@siue.edu

Gus Hawkins,Senator at Large
Hometown: Edwardsville, IL
Year in School:Junior
Major: CIS
Vision for Student Government:"To create a centralized place to list construction around campus rather than blasting student emails."
Hobbies: Running, hiking, and video games
Other campus involvement: I am heavily involved in Sigma Phi Epsilon
Contact Me: auhawki@siue.edu

Cort Jackson, Senator at Large
Hometown: Bethalto, IL
Year in School:Sophomore
Major: Exercise Science
Vision for Student Government: "My vision for student government surrounds a focus on the students solely. Ensuring that all students have the right access to aid their needs with depression, anxiety, etc."
Hobbies:Mixed Martial Arts Bowling Weight Lifting
Other campus involvement: Member of Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity Wrestling/Jiu Jitsu Club
Contact Me: cjackaf@siue.edu

Nicole Obert, Senator at Large
Hometown: Quincy, IL

 people feel comfortable coming to use student government as a resource"
Hobbies:Hanging out with friends, going on walks, and watching Netflix
Other campus involvement:Social Chair for Delta Phi Epsilon
Contact Me: nobert@siue.edu

Ricky Beck: Senator for the School of Business
Hometown: Bethalto, IL
Year in School: Junior
Major: Double Major: Accounting & Finance
Vision for Student Government: "I want to encourage students to take advantage of all the opportunities SIUE has to offer such as: prepping for interviews, developing communication skills, and landing that dream job. Other than this, I want to help ensure students' voices are heard throughout the school of business and across all other places on campus. I believe communication and planning ahead are two of the most important subjects on which any member of SG should place their focus."
Hobbies:Running, poker, stocks, and reading
Other campus involvement:Becker CPA - Ambassador - Liaison between SIUE and Becker Beta Alpha Psi - Accounting Honor Society Sigma Phi Epsilon - National Fraternity - Sigma Coordinator (New member educator)
ContactMe: ricbeck@siue.edu

Samuel Childerson, Senator for the School of Business
Hometown: Altamont, IL
Year in School: Senior
Major: Economics & Finance
Vision for Student Government: "I want to be a true representative for my constituents. I want to hear what the school of business students desire from their student government and then relay that to the student government. I look forward to working with the other members of student government in order to have a fun and productive year for all students!"
Hobbies: Some of my favorite hobbies include reading, hanging out with friends, going to sporting events, and most of all traveling. I have recently begun training for a marathon. I love new experiences, and invite anything that gives me the opportunity to learn!
Other campus involvement: Honors Student Association Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honors Society SIUE Tour Ambassadors
Contact Me: sachild@siue.edu

Julia Goren, Senator for the College of Arts and Sciences- People and Culture                                              Hometown: High Ridge, MO Year in School: Junior Major: Sociology with Women's Studies Minor Vision for Student Government: "My vision for the Student Government is to continue to be involved in creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students regardless of race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, or disability. As Senator for the College of Arts and Sciences - People and Culture, I plan to advocate for a more accessible campus in order to allow every student to have the potential to succeed. I also plan to raise more awareness of the resources SIUE offers regarding sexual and domestic violence." Hobbies: Reading and writing poetry, going for walks, exploring nature, volunteering, and playing flute and piccolo. Other campus involvement:President of New Horizons, Secretary for Students for Reproductive Rights and Support The Girls at SIUE, Member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha, SIUE PEACe, the Sociology Club, and The Gay-Straight Alliance at SIUE. Contact Me:jgoren@siue.edu

Madeline Schurman, Senator for the College of Arts and Sciences- Arts and Communication
Hometown: Rochester, IL
Year in School: Senior
Major:Applied Communications Studies
Vision for Student Government: "I would like to see more opportunities planned for the students in CAS to help prepare them for their future careers."
Hobbies: Baking sweets, listening to music, outdoor activities, playing with my rescue kitty
Other campus involvement: Alpha Phi sorority, Panhellenic Council Executive Board, Sigma Delta Pi, Phi Eta Sigma, Phi Kappa Phi, Lambda Pi Eta
Contact Me: mschurm@siue.edu

Callie Krager, Senator for the College of Arts and Sciences- Science & Math
Hometown: Farmersville, IL
Year in School: Junior
Major: Bio Med
Vision for Student Government: "I hope to see increased involvement in student organizations. I also hope to throw a few awesome events for my constituents to help them with classes and/or job preparation."
Hobbies: Golfing, painting, hanging with friends, drinking coffee, being outside, running, working out.
Other campus involvement: Alpha Phi, NSLS, Gen Chem Workshop leader, Honors Program, HSA, Desk Manager at Bluff
Contact Me: calkrag@siue.edu

Daniel Ho, Senator for the School of Dental Medicine
Hometown:Peoria, IL
Year in School: Second Year Dental School
Major: Dental Medicine
Vision for Student Government: "As Senator for the School of Dental Medicine, I hope to well represent the student body, communicate and report any ideas from the Student Government to the student body, and volunteer my time as needed."
Hobbies: Basketball, travelling, swimming, working out
Other campus involvement: Phi Kappa Psi (SIUE) Alumni
Contact Me: dho@siue.edu

Jack Morkin, Senator for the School of Dental Medicine
Hometown: Bloomington, IL
Year in School: Second year of Dental School
Major: Dental Medicine
Vision for Student Government: "I want to be the best damn senator the dental school has ever seen"
Hobbies: I played tennis in college and I run a lot now
Other campus involvement: I’m the star player on the best darn IM basketball team this school has ever seen..... NOT
Contact Me: jmorkin@siue.edu

Carson Brimm, Senator for the School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior
Hometown: Harrisburg, IL
Year in School: Senior
Major: Psychology
Vision for Student Government: "I am hoping to see students' needs being heard and enhancing the overall student experience. I also want to see ideas designed to help students happen. I want students to feel comfortable approaching Student Government with concerns that they may have. As a Senator for the School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior I want to help students succeed by listening to any concerns they may have and doing my best to take action to solve them. I would also like to create an environment where students feel comfortable approaching as well."
Hobbies:Spending time with friends, listening to music, watching Netflix, fitness, and reading.
Other campus involvement: Delta Phi Epsilon, Sociology Club
Contact Me: cbrimm@siue.edu

Hailee O'Dell, Senator for the School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior
Hometown: Glen Carbon, IL
Year in School: Sophomore
Major: Psychology & Spanish
Vision for Student Government: "I want to reach out to more of the student body and make more students feel like they have a voice. I also want to provide students in my school with more resources to help them thrive in their post-collegiate years."
Hobbies:Gardening, playing with my leopard gecko
Other campus involvement:Alpha Phi, Honors Student Association
Contact Me: haodell@siue.edu

Clinton Jones, Senator for the School of Engineering
Hometown:Pana, IL
Year in School: Senior
Major:Construction Management with a Specialization in Land Survey
Vision for Student Government: "My vision for student government is to make sure that students have all the resources they need in order to succeed on campus. By working closely and listening to the students we can expand SIUE's programs and better tailor them to the students."
Hobbies: Camping, Hiking, Hanging with Friends, Traveling and Playing Games
Other campus involvement: President of Students for Liberty, Secretary for Surveyors Club, Treasure for TPUSA, Ambassador for the Global Ambassador Program
Contact Me: cljones@siue.edu

MacKenzie Randolph, Senator for the School of Engineering
Hometown: Shipman, IL
Year in School: Sophomore
Major: Computer Science
Vision for Student Government: "My vision for Student Government is more involvement in campus life and to help freshman create a sense of belonging at SIUE. Many people, including freshman, have a hard time connecting with others. SIUE should be a welcoming place for all students. Students should feel like they are a part of the SIUE community and have a voice."
Hobbies: Playing flute and ukulele, Traveling and exploring new places, Shopping, Photography, and watching Disney+
Other campus involvement: Computer Association of SIUE, External Affairs Committee, Society of Women Engineers, Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society
Contact Me: marando@siue.edu

Lexi Burnett, Senator for the School of Nursing
Hometown: Shelbyville, IL
Year in School:Sophomore
Major:Nursing
Vision for Student Government:"My vision for student government is that of students and the university working together to serve the various needs of SIUE students."
Hobbies:Watching Grey’s Anatomy, hanging out with friends/family, and serving on my various student organizations
Other campus involvement: Finance Board, Student Nurses Association, Epsilon Sigma Alpha, External Affairs Committee, The National Society of Leadership and Success, The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, and Phi Eta Sigma
Contact Me: alburne@siue.edu

Kayla Wheeler, Senator for the School of Nursing
Hometown: Springfield, IL
Year in School: Junior
Major: Nursing
Vision for Student Government:"I want SIUe students to be confident in the group representing them, and I wish to lead with the values of SIUe. I hope the student body can grow to know Student Government, and the way in which we can speak for and represent them here on campus. As a Senator for the School of Nursing, I hope to create more opportunities for pre-nursing and first year nursing students to see what nursing truly is by delving into hands-on learning earlier. My vision is also to facilitate better connections between nursing students and faculty inside and outside the classroom."
Hobbies: Cooking, painting, taking walks outside, reading a good book, spending time with family and friends, and playing with dogs (my own and those at local shelters).
Other campus involvement:Alpha Sigma Tau (VP of Organizational Development), Student Nurse Association, SIUE Honors Program, Honors Student Association
Contact Me: kaylwhe@siue.edu

Justin Shiau, Senator for the School of Pharmacy
Hometown:Naperville, IL
Year in School:P3
Major:Pharmacy
Vision for Student Government:"I hope to see a lot of involvement with Student Government through all of the various schools at SIUE. I would also like to continue strengthening the connection between main campus and the School of Pharmacy by providing students with current information and events that are occurring."
Hobbies:Running, Tennis, Piano, Painting, Finding the best boba in town
Other campus involvement:SSHP (Student Society of Health-System Pharmacists) President - IPhO (Industry Pharmacists Organization) Director of Communications - HVI (Hospice Volunteer Initiative) - SIUE School of Pharmacy Research Assistant - SIUE School of Pharmacy ASSET Ambassador
Contact Me:jshiau@siue.edu

Ashley Wensing, Senator for the School of Pharmacy
Hometown: Quincy, IL
Year in School: P3
Major: Pharmacy
Vision for Student Government: "This pandemic has proved how easily viruses can spread amongst people, especially across a collage campus. One idea I plan to bring to the Pharmacy School pertains to promoting healthy hand hygiene by implementing wall hand sanitizer dispensers in every classroom, and ideally throughout the entire campus."
Hobbies: When I’m not busy studying, I enjoy working out, baking (I LOVE chocolate), and playing the piano. I have also seen The Office way too many times, but I am not ashamed.
Other campus involvement:Being a strong, organized leader has always been an enjoyable priority in my life, as I brought my leadership abilities straight from undergrad at SIUe to pharmacy school. During my first year as a pharmacy student, I continued to express my leadership skills by running for and accepting the Treasurer position for the Class of 2022. I also used my effective communication skills by running for the P1 Liaison position for the Student Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists (SSHP) organization. Finally, I am a current member of several SOP organizations where I actively seek volunteering opportunities to help out my community, such as APhA and SNPhA, along with holding the Operation Diabetes Chair for APhA. I am excited to continue my leadership and creativity with Student Government this year!
Contact Me: awensin@siue.edu

Sarah Laux, Advisor

Phone: 618-650-2686
Email: slaux@siue.edu

Kelly Jo Karnes, Fiscal Officer

Phone: 618-650-2300
Email: kkarnes@siue.edu

Andrea Keller, Advisor to Marketing and Communications Officer

Phone: 618-650-2686
Email: andkell@siue.edu

Alexia Bueltel, Advisor to External Affairs Officer

Phone: 618-650-2686
Email: albuelt@siue.edu 

Melinda Stitzel, Advisor to Student Body Vice President

Phone: 618-650-2686
Email: melidan@siue.edu

Carolyn Compton, Advisor to Student Diversity Officer

Phone: 618-650-2686
Email: cacompt@siue.edu

Robin Ermer, Office Support Specialist

Phone: 618-650-3818
Email: rermer@siue.edu

Vickie Sumner, Account Technician

Phone: 618-650-3819
Email: vsumner@siue.edu