University of Iowa ★ Alpha Omicron
MEET OUR 2025 EXECUTIVE COUNCIL:
Emma Bogaard
PRESIDENT
Hello! I’m Emma Bogaard, a sophomore from Pella, Iowa studying Enterprise Leadership along with Event Management. As Chapter President I work as the liaison between our chapter, Fraternity and Sorority Life here on campus at Iowa, and ZTA’s International Office. I oversee all chapter operations and lead our Executive Council of twelve other outstanding women. I am so excited to continue to create a welcoming and loving environment for all our members to thrive! This chapter means so much to me and I am honored to lead our chapter and see the growth we make this year.
Trinity White
VP PROGRAMMING
Hi everyone! My name is Trinity White and I’m a sophomore from Milwaukee, Wisconsin! I am studying Actuarial Science and Mathematics with a certificate in Risk Management and Insurance. As Vice President of Programming, I am in charge of scheduling and planning all of the events for our chapter. I oversee the incredible 35 women on our Programming Council who each have a smaller role so our chapter calendar is filled with fun and diverse events. I cannot wait to work with the rest of Executive Council and have a great year <3
Ellery Whitelaw
VP LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
Hello! I’m Ellery Whitelaw, a second year History and Museum Studies student from Des Moines, IA. As Vice President of Leadership and Development I have the privilege of leading all of our new members through the process all the way up to their initiation as well as planning bid day! I am so excited to welcome all of our new members into our chapter whether they join through Primary Recruitment in the fall or our year round open bidding process C.R.O.W.N.! ZLAM <3
Emily Reeves
VP RECRUITMENT
Hi! I am Emily Reeves and I am a Marketing major from Carver, Minnesota. As Vice President of Recruitment, I am in charge of recruiting new outstanding women, as well as assisting in providing a unique and memorable sense of belonging in the current members of our Chapter. I work to plan and run C.R.O.W.N. events, which are events to meet women interested in our Chapter, post primary recruitment, while simultaneously planning for our primary recruitment in the fall. I love this position and getting to know each outstanding woman that enters our Chapter, and am beyond blessed to be surrounded by such empowering women.
Charlie Brink
VP PHILANTHROPY & SERVICE
Hello everyone! My name is Charlie Brink, and I am a sophomore studying Biochemistry and Political Science from Ankeny, Iowa. As the Vice President of Philanthropy and Service, I organize all of our philanthropic events benefiting breast cancer education & awareness, such as our annual 5K in the fall. I am also responsible for overseeing our chapter’s educational sessions with breast health specialists, as well as maintaining our partnership with UIHC's Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. Promoting this cause across campus and the community is very rewarding, and I look forward to engaging our chapter in this noble cause!
Julia Wenzel
FINANCE
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!
Kat Sopcich
VP ADMINISTRATION
Hi everyone! My name is Kat Sopcich and I am a Nursing-interest major from Denver, Colorado. As the Vice President of Administration, I am in charge of handling chapter documents, taking attendance for important ZTA events, and managing everything related to our point system. I am so excited for this year and am beyond thrilled to get to know all the amazing girls on our Executive Council more!
Brinn Johnson
VP COMMUNICATION
Hi! My name is Brinn Johnson and I’m a sophomore studying Speech and Hearing Science and Spanish from Grimes, IA. As the Vice President of Communication, I am in charge of the social media platforms for Zeta Tau Alpha as well as this website! I am honored to highlight the amazing girls of Alpha Omicron and can’t wait to showcase to everyone else the love in this chapter!
Claudia Witte
VP CAMPUS RELATION
Hi everyone! My name is Claudia Witte and I am a sophomore studying Elementary Education from Naperville, IL. As the Vice President of Campus Relations, I am the communication between our chapter of Zeta Tau Alpha and the University of Iowa Panhellenic Council. I am so excited to represent our chapter in the Panhellenic community, collaborate with other chapters, and work with the rest of the executive council! It’s going to be a great year!
Rachel Svancarek
VP HARM REDUCTION
Hello! My name is Rachel Svancarek, and I am a second year here at Iowa studying Sociology and Psychology with minors in International Relations and Aerospace Studies. As the Vice President of Harm reduction, my main priority is keeping our chapter safe and educated on ZTA’s bylaws and policies. I also provide resources regarding how to maintain a safe and healthy lifestyle as a student here at the University of Iowa. I am a part of an amazing chapter, and I am so excited to help these amazing women any way that I can!
Macie Moore
VP MEMBER EXPERIENCE
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!
Campbell Wood
VP ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
Hey everyone! My name is Campbell Wood and I’m from Kansas City, KS (Go Chiefs)! I’m a junior majoring in journalism with certificates in writing and leadership studies and minors in American studies and media management. As VP Academic Achievement, I ensure members have access to various academic resources, so they can succeed in their classes. I'm also responsible for organizing study rooms, the senior banquet, and other ways to celebrate our members’ successes in and outside of the classroom!
Natalie Zaslavskiy
VP FACILITY OPERATIONS
Hi! My name is Natalie Zaslavskiy and I am a Criminology & Psychology major from Buffalo Grove, IL. As House Manager, I am responsible for creating a positive environment in the Zouse for members! I work with the House Director and Chef to create the best experience for members living in & those coming to just hang out at the Zouse!
MEET OUR 2025
PROGRAMMING COUNCIL:
Directors of Sisterhood - Ruby Sprecher & Taylor Bowers
Director of Membership Enrichment - Camryn Adams
Directors of Social Events - Hannah Fadrowski & Lauren ter Horst
Director of Activities - Brooke Wise
Corresponding Secretary - Brylee Smejkal
Senior Chairman - Katie Nickeas
Alumnae Relations Chairman - Cadence Gulbranson
FRED Chairman - Kylee Tenison
Sunshine Chairman - Katie Beerman
External Events Chairman - Abby Rogers
Parents Events Chairman - Belle Wood
Sustainability Chairman - Anna Lundy
Apparel Chairman - Kaylie Rozenboom
Signs Chairmen - Sasha Aronson, Mara Tamler, & Maggie Nolan
Service Chairman - Leah Desserich
Belonging and Inclusion Chairman - Maggie Hughes
Bid Day Coordinators - Amanda Ritchey & Natalie Bruce
Learning and Development Assistant - Mira Sedlecek & Maggie Farrell
Recruitment Assistants - Payton Geake & Erica Winjum
C.R.O.W.N. Assistants - Autumn Stone & Madison Plesek
Philanthropy Assistant - Faith Vock
Think Pink Assistant - Lexie Beiremann
Fundraising Assistant - Alyssa Gonnerman
Finance Assistant - Grace Rose
Communication Assistant - Lauren Meredith
Member Experience Assistant - Mia Cunningham
Facility Operations Assistant - Vivian Nally​​
