University of Iowa ★ Alpha Omicron
MEET OUR 2024 EXECUTIVE COUNCIL:
PRESIDENT
Catharine Beerman
Hi! I'm Catharine (Katie) Beerman, a Junior from Cincinnati, Ohio studying Radiation Sciences as well as Nonprofit Leadership and Philanthropy. As Chapter President I work as the liaison between our chapter, Fraternity and Sorority Life here on campus and ZTA's International Office. I oversee all chapter operations and work to create an equitable and welcoming environment for all our members to thrive and be their true selves! I can't wait to see all the growth our chapter makes this year!
VP 1: VICE PRESIDENT OF PROGRAMMING
Campbell Wood
Hey everyone! My name is Campbell Wood and I'm a junior from Kansas City (GO CHIEFS)! I'm majoring in Journalism with certificates in writing and leadership studies and minors in media management, American studies, and sports media and culture. I am in charge of planning and scheduling events in our chapter along with running our Programming Council of over 30 members. I am so excited to work with both our Executive Council and our Programming Council to create an amazing experience for all of our members!
VP 2: NEW MEMBER COORDINATOR
Anna Bright
Hi everyone! My name is Anna Bright, and I am a senior from Des Moines, Iowa majoring in Elementary Education. I serve as our Vice President of New Member Education where I educate new members on the values and history of ZTA. In this role, I help to guide our new members as they build connections to ZTA and our sisterhood that will last a lifetime! I can’t wait for an amazing year!
VP 3: VICE PRESIDENT OF MEMBERSHIP
Ella Hess
Hi! My name is Ella Hess and I am a junior from Omaha, NE. I am studying Exercise Science on the Pre Physician Assistant track. As the Vice President of Membership, I recruit outstanding women and assist the current women of our chapter to have a fantastic personal membership experience. This includes: recruitment, retention, belonging, and the C.R.O.W.N. process, which is the idea of welcoming new girls to join our chapter after Primary Recruitment. I cannot wait to continue meeting and welcoming the future Zeta's! ZLAM <3
VP 4: VICE PRESIDENT OF PHILANTHROPY
Claire-Daley Jacobsen
Hi everybody! My name is Claire Daley-Jacobsen. I am a psychology major on the pre-occupational therapy track from Grayslake, Illinois. As VP of Philanthropy, I organize all of our philanthropic events benefitting breast cancer education + awareness, such as our annual 5K in the fall and our Zlam Dunk basketball tournament in the spring. I am responsible for overseeing all philanthropic events, educational sessions, and maintaining our partnership with UIHC's Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. Sharing our beautiful cause with the community has been very rewarding and I am excited for another semester of hard work!
TREASURER
Reanah Nelson
Hello! My name is Reanah I am a sophomore from Madison WI, and I serve as the treasurer for our chapter! I am in charge of handling anything and everything finance related within our chapter like member billing and bill paying. I work with all members of our chapter and some national advisors to insure success for everyone!
RECORDING SECRETARY
Sydney Wade
Hi everyone! I’m Sydney Wade and I serve as ZTA’s secretary this year! I am currently a senior from Naperville, Illinois studying elementary education. In this position, I oversee all attendance, our point system, and am a liaison between the chapter and our advisors! I love working with the rest of our Executive Committee and am excited to see what this upcoming semester has in store!
HISTORIAN-REPORTER
Kristen Strathman
Hi!! I am Kristen Strathman, the Historian for Zeta Tau Alpha. I'm from Kansas City and I'm a junior here at Iowa. I am majoring in Biomedical Engineering and minoring in Chemistry. As Historian-Reporter, I am responsible for the oversight of Alpha Omicron's website and social media platforms. I am very excited to show off our chapter of incredible women!
PANHELLENIC DELEGATE
Claire Sullivan
Hey everyone! My name is Claire Sullivan and I'm a junior from West Des Moines, Iowa studying Elementary Education. My role for Zeta Tau Alpha is to be the communication between our chapter and the University of Iowa Panhellenic Council. I'm looking forward to representing our chapter in Panhellenic, and continuing to collaborate with other chapters in the Panhellenic community!
RISK REDUCTION & EDUCATION CHAIR
Annalise Mohrmann
Hi! I’m Annalise Mohrman, a senior from The Quad Cities studying Marketing. As Risk Chairman, I work behind the scenes to ensure we foster an environment of a safe and inclusive sisterhood! I oversee the insurance aspect and logistics of our social events while guiding my sisters to make safe and smart decisions! I cannot wait to lead our chapter alongside the other 12 amazing women who make up our Executive Council!
RITUAL CHAIR
MaryKate Dzurney
Hi everyone! My name is MaryKate Dzurney and I am from Joliet, Illinois. I am studying Radiation Sciences on the Radiologic Technology track and I currently serve as the Ritual Chairman for ZTA. As the Ritual Chairman, I organize all of our rituals and work with members after they have been initiated. I have the opportunity to share the importance of our rituals with all chapters members and share how they bring our sisterhood together in our chapter and in chapters across the country!
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CHAIR
Lea Garcia
Hi! My name is Lea Garcia and I’m from Saint Charles, Illinois. I will be an incoming junior studying Microbiology on the Pre-dental track with a minor in Spanish. As Academic Achievement Chairman it’s my job to ensure that each member of our chapter has access to various academic resources so they can succeed in their classes. I'm also responsible for planning events throughout the semester like study rooms and the senior banquet to commemorate our member's success. I'm happy to be a resource and create a supportive environment for all members of my chapter!
HOUSE MANAGER
Cadence Gulbranson
Hey y'all! I’m Cadence Gulbranson and I’m from Pleasant Hill, Iowa! I’m a sophomore majoring in Public Health with a minor in Public Policy. I love Dolly Parton, JFK, and the Iowa Hawkeyes! As House Manager, I work with the House Director and chef to give sisters the best live-in experience. I also build a positive community in the zouse to make it a hub of connection where all sisters feel welcome!
MEET OUR 2024
PROGRAMMING COUNCIL:
Corresponding Secretary - Payton Geake
Directors of Sisterhood - Alyssa Hagiwara & Emma Bogaard
Senior Chairman - Kristin Boyler & Meaghan Murphy
Directors of Social Events - Kaylie Rozenboom
Sustainability Chairman - Piper Kirchhoff
Alumnae Relations Chairman - Maddie Willis
Director of Membership Enrichment - Rosie Ellison
FRED Chairman - Claudia Witte
Internal Campus Relations Chairman - Ava Haberer
External Social Events Coordinator - Belle Wood
Director of Activities - Katie Nickeas
Service Chairman - Erica Winjum
Signs Chairmen - Jamie Bukovsky, Grace Rydeen & Brooke Wise
5k Coordinator - Maddie Schmidt
Apparel Chairman - Gaby Gawedzki
Bid Day Assistants - Aubrey McFadden & Hannah Fadrowski
New Member Assistants - Ellery Whitelaw & Natalie Bruce
Recruitment Assistants - Ally Chaffee & Bella Dixon
Philanthropy Assistant - Lexie Dvorak
Fundraising Assistant - Charlie Brink
CROWN Assistants - Emma Trigsted & Brylee Smejkal
Morale Assistant - Camryn Adams
Historian Assistant - Leah Desserich
Ritual Assistant - Macie Moore
Treasurer Assistant - Julia Wenzel
Academic Achievement Assistant - Kate Martin
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Chairmen - Amaya Clark & Abby Wehle​
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Chairmen - Emma Dake & Trinity White
Parents' Events Chairman - Mackenzie Becker
Sunshine Chairman - Maya Badeaux
House Assistant - Audrey Stone