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Hey Zips! My name is Grace DeWitt, and I'm the Student Body President this year! I'm a fourth-year student with a Political Science Major, Global Studies Major, Pre-Law Philosophy Minor, and an International Business Certificate. I'm going into my fourth year as a USG member, and I've had the privilege of being involved in various organizations such as the Emerging Leaders Program, Honors/Orr Hall Government, Residence Hall Program Board (RHPB), Pre-Law Society, Women in Business, and more. I look forward to advocating for students this year! Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions/comments/concerns about USG or campus in general. Go Zips!

Hey Zips! I am a 4th year marketing major. Previously in USG, I have served as Director of Media and Analytics and a Marketing Strategist where I worked to coordinate USG's social media materials as a part of the Marketing Team. I am also involved as President of Akron’s chapter of the American Marketing Association, and a member of the CoB Dean's Team. During my time at UA, I have also been involved in Residence Life & Housing as the Social Media Chair of RHPB and as an Emerging Leader. My mission for office is to support members of USG so that the organization can better provide Academic, Professional, and Community Development to students.

Hi Zips! My name is Olivia Lane, and I am a fifth-year Civil Engineering student at The University of Akron, and the Chief of Staff for USG. I have previously served in all three branches of USG as an Associate Justice, Executive Justice, Senate Assistant, and Deputy Chief of Staff. Additionally, I acted as the chair of the Campus Dining Experience Committee last year, where I got to work with Aramark to incorporate students' dining-related ideas into actions. Outside of USG, I serve as the Vice President for the Society of Women Engineers and Hike Leader for Environmental Action Club. I am an avid Zips Basketball fan, and in my free time, I enjoy reading and thrifting.

Hey Zips! My name is Matt Howell and I am a Junior studying financial planning here at UA as well as the Director of Finance for Undergraduate Student Government! Outside of USG, I'm involved in variety of places on campus, including the College of Business Dean's Team, UA Ambassadors, Phi Delta Theta Fraternity, the Interfraternity Council, the Financial Planning Student Association, Akron Clays Club and Akron Running Club. When I'm not busy, I enjoy watching motorsports, running, and golfing with friends.

Hey Zips! I'm Cam Feezel, a senior majoring in Financial Management and minoring in Pre-Law, and I'm serving as the Senate Chair in USG this year. I'm also involved with the Pre-Law Society, where I serve as the President. I've previously served in USG as Student Body Vice President and Director of Finance, where I worked to expand campus resources like student org. funding and textbook accessibility, and promote inclusivity in the Zips community. I've also represented students in the Faculty Senate, University Council, Aramark Committee, and Springfest Committee. I'm excited to continue representing the UA student body this year in the Senate!

Hi Zips! I’m Ali Winters, a second-year Sport Analytics major and the Vice Senate Chair/Senator-At-Large for the Legislative Branch. Last year, I served as a First-Year Senator in USG and am excited to return to the organization while taking on a bigger role and continuing to represent UA's student body. Also at UA, I am involved in Greek life where I am a member of Alpha Delta Pi as their Director of New Member Experience and I am an executive member on the Panhellenic Council as the Vice President of Judicial Affairs. I also am a big Zips sports fan and am an active member of the AK-Rowdies. I have always loved being involved in my community and can not wait to continue that this school year! Go Zips and Go USG!

Hello! My name is Sam Stillion and I am a third-year pursuing a dual degree in Criminal Intelligence Analysis alongside Political Science; Intelligence and Security Studies. I am the Chief Justice in USG along with infrequent appearances in the Diversity Committee and the Campus Dining Committee. Outside of USG, I am a member of the Pre-Law Society and LGBTUA. I'm also a Student Supervisor at Bierce Library so feel free to come visit me there!

Hi everybody! My name is Gwen Bushen and I am a 3rd year pursuing a dual degree in English and Philosophy. I serve as Executive Justice for USG but have previously served as a First-Year Senator, Senator At-Large, and Associate Justice. I am very excited to pursue new projects this year to best advocate for the student body. Also at UA, I currently serve as Chapter President of Alpha Gamma Delta and work for The University of Akron Press. Go Zips!

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