Student Leadership Team
The Thompson Scholar Student Leadership Team exists to foster inclusion and connection among Thompson Scholars. It was established to complement and enhance the work of Thompson Scholarship Programs in supporting student success.
The Thompson Scholar Student Leadership Team provides opportunities for promoting scholar success, alumni relations, connection, communication, and service in the community. Its members are responsible for promoting connection, engagement, and service among the students of Thompson Scholarship Programs through the brainstorming, planning, and organization of events.
2025-2026 Committee Member Applications Open March 9th
As a member of the Student Leadership Team you will...
- Lead & Make an Impact – Shape the student experience through events, service, and community-building.
- Earn Service Hours – Get involved in meaningful projects while fulfilling scholarship requirements.
- Gain Leadership Skills – Develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Expand Your Network – Connect with peers, alumni, and campus partners.
- Make Your Voice Heard – Advocate for student needs and program improvements.
President
Julianne Bailey (2021 Cohort)
The president serves as the primary contact and support person for the executive board and serves as the liaison between the Student Leadership Team and the Thompson Scholarship Programs staff.
Vice President
Jordan Garner (2022 Cohort)
The vice-president serves as the president’s right-hand person and stays up to date on all communication and operating procedures necessary to achieve the goals of the executive board.
Secretary
Ella Rasey (2024 Cohort)
The Secretary maintains the organization, assimilation and dissemination of all information within the organization.
Treasurer
Hanna Purcell (2023 Cohort)
The Treasurer oversees the financial activities of the organization.
Alumni Relations
John Paroda (2023 Cohort)
Jazmyn Zurcher (A2022 Cohort)
- Facilitate the relationship and connection of Thompson Scholarship Programs and our Thompson Scholar Alumni.
- Develop programs to engage Thompson Scholar alumni with the Thompson Scholarship Program.
Communications
Olivia Cox (2022 Cohort)
Natalie Rekart (2023 Cohort)
- Promote the Thompson Scholar Student Leadership Team and its initiatives and events utilizing social media.
- Utilize Thompson Canva accounts to for graphic/flyer creation.
- Photograph and post content from Thompson Scholar Student Leadership Team events
Connetions
Emilee Inkrott (A2022 Cohort)
Wynter Smith (A2023 Cohort
- Facilitate positive connections between scholars and provide opportunities for networking and relationship building and fostering student engagement through events and programming.
Scholar Success
Emi Castillo (2023 Cohort)
Alex Suttles (2023 Cohort)
- Provide Thompson Scholars with growth and development opportunities tailored to their personal, academic, and professional needs.
Service Initatives
Abby Christen (2023 Cohort)
Summer Zeleznik (2023 Cohort)
- Connect and engage scholars through intentional service projects and events.
Alumni Relations
Sydney Dance (2023 Cohort)
Allison Fry (2024 Cohort)
Thomas Rose (2023 Cohort)
- Facilitate the relationship and connection of Thompson Scholarship Programs and our Thompson Scholar Alumni.
- Develop programs to engage Thompson Scholar alumni with the Thompson Scholarship Program.
Communications
Matthew Anderson (2024 Cohort)
Rachel Henry (A2024 Cohort)
Logan Howard (2024 Cohort)
Audrey Lefeld (2024 Cohort)
Isaiah Van Slyke (2022 Cohort)
- Promote the Thompson Scholar Student Leadership Team and its initiatives and events utilizing social media.
- Utilize Thompson Canva accounts to for graphic/flyer creation.
- Photograph and post content from Thompson Scholar Student Leadership Team events
Connetions
R'ion Champion (2022 Cohort)
Cherylle Dave (2021 Cohort)
Meghan Glahn (A2024 Cohort)
Dominick Hall (A2024 Cohort)
Noah Krych (2024 Cohort)
Alicia Lawson (2024 Cohort)
Chloe Schwettmann (2024 Cohort)
Kevin Sobczynski (A2023 Cohort)
Amber Thompson (2024 Cohort)
- Facilitate positive connections between scholars and provide opportunities for networking and relationship building and fostering student engagement through events and programming.
Scholar Success
Raegan Jacob (2024 Cohort)
JoAnna Jensen (A2024 Cohort)
Arianna Jeric (A2022 Cohort)
Alivia Lambert (2024 Cohort)
Alivia Retcher (2024 Cohort)
- Provide Thompson Scholars with growth and development opportunities tailored to their personal, academic, and professional needs.
Service Initatives
Katelynn Cascaden (2023 Cohort)
Lilly Coriell (2023 Cohort)
Damarion Jones (2023 Cohort)
Jerzie Kelly (2024 Cohort)
Kendall Kleinschmidt (2024 Cohort)
Sydney Perrin (A2024 Cohort)
Ava Phelan (2024 Cohort)
- Connect and engage scholars through intentional service projects and events.
President
Abigail Eggleton, 2020 Cohort
Vice President
Danielle Wood, 2021 Cohort
Secretary
Cherylle Dave, 2021 Cohort
Treasurer
Julianne Bailey, 2021 Cohort
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Academic Excellence Co-Chairs
- Alexis Craig-Baker, 2022 Cohort
- Mi'Kaila Henderson, 2021 Cohort
Service Initiatives Co-Chairs
- Jordan Garner, 2022 Cohort
- Ceci Michael, 2022 Cohort
Alumni Relations Co-Chair
- Julianne Wallenhorst, 2021 Cohort
Scholar Development Co-Chairs
- Tomi Starcher, A2022 Cohort
- Zach Wells, 2020 Cohort
Connections Co-Chairs
- R'ion Champion, 2022 Cohort
- Reagan Zehnder, 2021 Cohort
Social Media Ambassadors
- Sarah Grownwall, 2022 Cohort
- Alyssa Lago, 2020 Cohort
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Academic Excellence Committee
- Emi Castillo, 2023 Cohort
- Isabella Garrett, T2022 Cohort
- Arianna Jeric, A2022 Cohort
- Hanna Purcell, 2023 Cohort
- Thomas Rose, 2023 Cohort
- Mason Schragal, 2023 Cohort
- Corey Snell, 2023 Cohort
- Peyton Spencer, 2023 Cohort
- Brody Stultz, 2020 Cohort
- Alex Suttles, 2023 Cohort
Scholar Development Committee
- Melina Bell, A2021
- Emily Burns, 2023 Cohort
- Elijah Chambers, 2020 Cohort
- Lilly Coriell, 2023 Cohort
- Chloe Dean, 2023 Cohort
- Torin Hinkle, 2023 Cohort
- Jackson Long, 2020 Cohort
- Jada Tucker, A2022 Cohort
Alumni Relations Committee
- Alexis Beeman, A2022 Cohort
- Liberty Cummings, 2023 Cohort
- Caitlin McComas, 2021 Cohort
- Jon Mong, 2021 Cohort
- Jasper Moore, A2022 Cohort
- John Paroda, 2023 Cohort
- Jazmyn Zurcher, A2022 Cohort
Service Initiatives Committee
- Reese Egan, 2023 Cohort
- Nate Francis, 2022 Cohort
- Naomi Hallman, 2023 Cohort
- Trenton Moore, 2021 Cohort
- Harley Partlow, A2023 Cohort
- Wynter Smith, A2023 Cohort
- Kassidy Stanford, 2021 Cohort
- Jamari Walker, 2021 Cohort
- Kofi Wiafe, 2023 Cohort
Connections Committee
- Greta Bauder, 2021 Cohort
- Katelynn Cascaden, 2023 Cohort
- Abby Christen, 2023 Cohort
- Olivia Cox, 2022 Cohort
- Sydney Dance, 2023 Cohort
- CarolAnn Durbin, 2020 Cohort
- Dominik Fartea, 2022 Cohort
- Natalie Rekart, 2023 Cohort
- Adrian Xaiyarath, 2022 Cohort
- Summer Zeleznik, 2023 Cohort
President
Arin Kreill, 2020 Cohort
Vice President
Danielle Wood, 2021 Cohort
Secretary/Treasurer
Trenton Moore, 2021 Cohort
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Academic Excellence Co-Chairs
- Julianne Bailey, 2021 Cohort
- Julianne Wallenhort, 2021 Cohort
Service Initiatives Co-Chairs
- Jonathan Mong, 2021 Cohort
- Shelby Leigh, A2021 Cohort
Personal and Professional Development Co-Chairs
- Abigail Eggleton, 2020 Cohort
- Morgan Lunsford, 2021 Cohort
Connections Co-Chairs
- Angela Agati, A2020 Cohort
- Cherylle Dave, 2021 Cohort
Media Team
- Abby Gabe, 2020 Cohort
- Carly Caywood, 2020 Cohort
- Eddie Santiago, 2019 Cohort
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Academic Excellence Committee
- Malia Hamad, 2020 Cohort
- Mi’Kaila Henderson, 2021 Cohort
Personal and Professional Development Committee
- Abigail Eggleton, 2020 Cohort
- Morgan Lunsford, 2021 Cohort
Service Initiatives Committee
- Jonathan Mong, 2021 Cohort
- Shelby Leigh, A2021 Cohort
Connections Committee
- Joshua Hanssen, A2020 Cohort
- Kelly Knodel, 2021 Cohort
Updated: 03/03/2025 04:39PM