I wanted to be an executive to be more involved in such an impactful cause. I found my passion for fundraising as a fundraising chair and wanted to continue with fundraising, as the fundraising executive last year! This year, I wanted to stay involved on the executive board and try something new, so I applied for alumni relations!
What is your previous PUDM involvement?
I was a Logistics CM, Fundraising Chair, Fundraising Exec!
What is your favorite PUDM memory?
Day of Miracles 2024 was amazing! I was so proud to get to be a part of such an amazing 24 hours, making miracles alongside my friends! I also loved all of the socials that we would have next year!
What is a fun fact about you?
I can solve a rubik’s cube in under a minute.
Whats your biggest dream? (Career goal, travel, bucket list, impact on the world, etc.)
As a teacher, I hope to leave an impact on my students and inspire them.
What are your main duties as an exec?
I keep our alumni organization, PUDMA, in the loop with PUDMA and engage with them throughout the year. I organize a mentor program with the alumni, professional development days, PUDM socials with the alumni, and invite them to events!
I wanted to be further involved with the PUDM organization and be able to do more work to help change kids help! I also enjoyed my time as the recruitment communications chair the year prior and knew it would be a good opportunity to continue with the club.
What is your previous PUDM involvement?
Recruitment communications chair
What is your favorite PUDM memory?
Seeing my old high school Fishers break 100,000 in there marathon
What is a fun fact about you?
I have seen the Pope in two different countries in the same week
Whats your biggest dream? (Career goal, travel, bucket list, impact on the world, etc.)
My biggest dream is to travel all around the world and to mainly be able to have gone to every country in Europe!!
What are your main duties as an exec?
-Assist all the high school dance marathons with there own marathon planning and any other events they do!\n\n-Serve as the main communicator between the collegiate dance marathons and our own!\n\n-Assist with other events put on within our own club in any way that I can!
I wanted to be mental health executive to support those around me and spread awareness. PUDM allows me to serve others while meeting the most amazing friends. This organization has meant so much to me and my college journey, and being an executive lets me give back.
What is your previous PUDM involvement?
Riley Relations Family Captain, then Athletics Outreach Chair, now Mental Health Executive
What is your favorite PUDM memory?
I don’t have just one favorite memory, but tons of memories with Kris. On Riley R he was my buddy for my first marathon and we had an amazing day together. We both love music and sports, so we bonded quickly. When I was athletics outreach chair and planned the athletic events, he attended all of them giving us so many opportunities to get closer. I love spending time with him talking about life, or just quietly sitting in the stands enjoying the game and the good company 🙂
What is a fun fact about you?
I was only 3.5 pounds when I was born, NICU gang!
Whats your biggest dream? (Career goal, travel, bucket list, impact on the world, etc.)
I want to do Construction at Theme Parks to spread joy to other people. In the summers I intern at Disney which has been a dream that I would like to continue.
What are your main duties as an exec?
I plan Mental Health Action Week (MHAW) where we hosted campus-wide events to raise awareness for mental health and tell Tate’s story. All funds raised this week went directly to the behavioral health unit at Riley, a huge step for mental health care. Throughout the year I support those around me by planning mental health events to spread awareness and spark joy in those around me.
Coming off from PUDM 2025 as an executive, I loved the level of involvement I had within the organization. I knew I wanted to continue my involvement, but it was ultimately the families and our mission that inspired me to run for an executive role again!
What is your previous PUDM involvement?
I started my journey with PUDM as a marathon participant in 2023 on the Productions Committee, then transitioned into Logistics as a committee member for 2024. In 2025, I stepped into an executive role for merchandise, continuing to grow my involvement and take on more responsibility within the organization.
What is your favorite PUDM memory?
My favorite PUDM memory was the Dream Big Circle at the end of last year’s marathon. Looking around at my team and seeing the joy, tears, and passion on everyone’s faces was such a powerful reminder of how special this organization truly is.
What is a fun fact about you?
I am good at skipping rocks.
Whats your biggest dream? (Career goal, travel, bucket list, impact on the world, etc.)
My biggest dream outside of my career is to travel to Banff National Park!
What are your main duties as an exec?
I currently serve as the DEI Executive, where I work to create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment for everyone involved in the organization. I love helping new members find their place by organizing them into their committees and making sure they feel comfortable and supported right away. I also put together monthly newsletters that we share on Instagram to highlight important DEI-related dates and celebrate different communities throughout the year!!
I wanted to be an executive because I truly have so much love for this organization, and I wanted to expand my role with PUDM. PUDM has been such an integral part of my college experience, and I truly can’t imagine where I’d be without it! Becoming the Stewardship executive has been a dream come true, and I am so grateful for this year with these amazing people!
What is your previous PUDM involvement?
I was a participant at the 2024 marathon and a Stewardship committee member for the 2025 marathon!
What is your favorite PUDM memory?
My favorite PUDM memory is the Color Run last year! It was so fun running it and also getting covered in colors. This was when I first felt like I belonged within PUDM, which makes it extra special 🙂
What is a fun fact about you?
I’ve been to 49 states!
Whats your biggest dream? (Career goal, travel, bucket list, impact on the world, etc.)
My biggest dream is to become a pediatric speech pathologist and help every child find their voice!
What are your main duties as an exec?
My main responsibility is to make every member of PUDM feel loved, appreciated, and valued! I work with my chairs and my committee to plan hype rooms, various appreciation events, and an attendance prize at the marathon, as well as volunteering at Riley. I also stay in constant communication with our donors and Riley Hospital throughout the year.
