Meet the Executive Board
PUDM is the largest philanthropic organization on campus, and it is filled with hundreds of students who want to make a difference for the kids at Riley Hospital for Children.
The organizational structure of PUDM is broken down into four different focuses. Each focus controls certain aspects of PUDM including- internal affairs, external relations, finances and membership. The Presidential Board, which is comprised of our dedicated leaders who help coach, teach and motivate everyone involved in PUDM and oversee the focuses. Finally, each focus is broken down into committees who have certain jobs to ensure PUDM is as successful as it can be. Meet the leaders of our 11 hardworking committees.
Presidential Board

Elise Winn
Hometown: Carmel, IN
Major: Biology
What is your favorite dinosaur and why?
Favorite Quote

Michael Anderson
Email: vpexternal@pudm.org
Hometown: Carmel, Indiana
Major: Animal Science, Pre-Veterinary Medicine (Biology Minor and Chemistry Minor)
Previous PUDM Involvement: 2018: Morale Champion, 2019: Morale Conductor, 2020: Campus Relations Athletics Outreach Chair
I started participating in Dance Marathon in High School for my Grandma who passed away from breast cancer and then decided to keep fighting for cause at Purdue with PUDM not only for my grandma bu also for all the kids who have such bright and promising futures ahead. I come back each year because I know first hand what it is like to lose someone you love to cancer and I can’t image going through that with your child, sibling, friend, classmate. I see how positively what we do impacts the kids at Riley Hospital for Children and there is honestly no reason to not fight for them while they are fighting so hard everyday.
What is your favorite dinosaur and why?
Favorite Quote

Lauren Kuhl
Email: vpinternal@pudm.org
Hometown: Warsaw, IN
Major: Nursing
Previous PUDM Involvement: 2018 Morale Champion
What is your favorite dinosaur and why?
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Bradley Nance
Email: vpmembership@pudm.org
Hometown: Newburgh, IN
Major: Materials Engineering
Previous PUDM Involvement: 2018: Logistics Champion, 2019: Morale Committee Member and Color Captain, and 2020: Morale Executive.
I joined PUDM after being involved in my high school marathon for 4 years and hoping to find a family-like community on Purdue’s campus. Through PUDM, I know that the impact I can make on campus will reach far beyond West Lafayette and serve to better enhance the lives of children and family across Indiana and the nation.
My main duties are to oversee committee member placement and culture, as well as enhancing their experiences within PUDM. I assist with communication and engagement of all participants, team captains, and members of PUDM throughout the year. I facilitate and develop PUDM’s relationship with Riley Hospital for Children. I assist with internal, donor, alumni, and external organizational stewardship. Finally, I am constantly researching the best membership practices to implement into our organization and collaborating with other Dance Marathon programs to continually improve the experience of our members.
My favorite PUDM memory has been when the 2020 PUDM Executive Board volunteered to help staff the Valentine’s 5K last year in Indianapolis which was in benefit of Riley Children’s Foundation.
What is your favorite dinosaur and why?
Favorite Quote

Jill Kissinger
Email: vpfinance@pudm.org
Hometown: Goshen, IN
Major: Design & Construction Integration
Previous PUDM Involvement: 2018 Campus Relations Committee Champion, 2019 Special Events Chair, 2020 Morale Membership Engagement Chair
I became a part of Purdue University Dance Marathon because I wanted to be apart of something much bigger than myself. Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals have impacts on so many lives on the people you meet everyday. It’s so beautiful to see all these people come together for the kids and grow as individuals all at the same time.
What is your favorite dinosaur and why?
Favorite Quote
External

John Kruse
Email: media@pudm.org
Hometown: Crestwood, Illinois
Year: Junior
Major: Cyber Security
Previous PUDM Involvement: Participant, Riley Relations Committee Member
The reason I joined Purdue University Dance Marathon is because I saw first hand the kind of care and dedication Riley hospital has for its patients. My roommate received care from Riley and was a strong supporter of their goal and now that he is no longer with us, I wanted to keep his fire for this wonderful organization alive and be able to help other children receive the unmatched care provided at Riley.
I am responsible for taking photos and at all PUDM events as well as editing these photos and videos to be released on various platforms. I am also in charge of all technology that is used within the organization.
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Abby Moon
Email: design@pudm.org
Hometown: Chesterton, Indiana
Year: Senior
Major: Nursing, Human Development and Family Studies
Previous PUDM Involvement:
Favorite Quote
“We can’t add more days to our life but we can add more life to our days.”

Haley Johnson
Email: pr@pudm.org
Hometown: Yorktown, Indiana
Year: Sophomore
Major: Elementary Education
Previous PUDM Involvement:
Fundraising committee member, HSMR chair
I joined Purdue University Dance Marathon because I wanted to make a bigger difference and do whatever I can to make PUDM as best as it can be. Riley Hospital is such an amazing place and the work they do there is truly outstanding and I wanted to be able to be a part of the great things that they do.
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Katie Novak
Email: fscloutreach@pudm.org
Hometown: Keller, Texas
Year: Junior
Major: Management, Spanish Minor
Previous PUDM Involvement: Participant, sponsorship committee memeber, Sigma Kappa Team Captain, FSCL outreach
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Kip Touseull
Email: campusrelations@pudm.org
Hometown: Fisher Indiana
Year: Junior
Major: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Previous PUDM Involvement: Morale Committee Member
I joined Purdue Dance Marathon because I wanted to make a change in PUDM and spread my passion around campus. I wanted to give back to Riley Hospital after they saved my life and get people to join with telling them how amazing of an organization it is.
I am responsible in outreach to people on campus mostly through student organizations, athletic teams, and multicultural organizations. I also just do the general Purdue population and recruiting and building relationships with students.
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Finance
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Lindsay BellSponsorship Monetary
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Skyler MussonFundraising
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Erin StevensHigh School Marathon Relations

Lindsay Bell
Email: monetary@pudm.org
Hometown: Noblesville, Indiana
Year: Junior
Major: Retail Management, Statistics Minor
Previous PUDM Involvement: Fundraising committee member, Corporate in kind chair, Sponsorship committee member
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Skyler Musson
Email: fundraising@pudm.org
Hometown: Oakwood, Illinois
Year: Junior
Major: Early Childhood Education and Exceptional Needs
Previous PUDM Involvement: HSMR committee member
I joined Purdue University Dance Marathon because as a conductor, I saw the impact I had on just my champions. Then, I saw the impact my chairs and exec had on me. I wanted to be an inspiration to more people and motivate more people to become part of our cause.
Favorite Quote
“We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in your hands to make a difference.” ~Nelson Mandela

Erin Stevens
Email: hsrelations@pudm.org
Hometown: Noblesville, Indiana
Year: Sophomore
Major: Elementary Education
Previous PUDM Involvement: High School Marathon Relations Champion, High School Marathon Relations Chair
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Hannah Pletcher
Email: inkind@pudm.org
Hometown: Indianapolis, Indiana
Year: Junior
Major: Biochemistry , Spanish for the Professions Minor
Previous PUDM Involvement:
Morale Committee Member, Morale Color Captain
I joined Purdue University Dance Marathon because this organization has given me so much over the past three years, and now it’s my turn to give back. I wanted the chance to impact change on such a large scale and do everything in my power for this incredible cause!
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Eve Gehlhausen
Email: accounting@pudm.org
Hometown: Santa Claus, Indiana
Year: Sophomore
Major: Construction Engineering and Management
Previous PUDM Involvement: High School Marathons Relations, Riley Relations Family Captain
I am in charge of securing all locations for cannings (from weekly local cannings to Bucket Blitz). I also ensure that people who work shifts are credited for their work! I’m creating as many opportunities for collecting money and fundraising locally and regionally as possible! I also oversee four chairs and motivate them as much as possible as they help me through the year.
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Kyle Jensen
Email: merchandise@pudm.org
Hometown: Rockville, Maryland
Year: Sophomore
Major: Finance
Previous PUDM Involvement: Participant for PUDM, Accounting Chair for PUDM
Favorite Quote
Internal
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Alexis PuenteLogistics
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Bradley NanceMorale
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Campbell BostonRiley Relations
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Megan JurekSpecial Events

Alexis Puente
Email: logistics@pudm.org
Hometown: Indianapolis, Indiana
Year: Junior
Major: Kinesiology, Spanish Minor
Previous PUDM Involvement:
Outreach Committee Member, Logistics Committee Member, Event Operations Chair
I joined Purdue University Dance Marathon because ever since I was a freshman I have been dreaming of holding the role of Logistics Executive. I truly wanted to make a difference for PUDM and also the kids at Riley.I wanted to become more involved with PUDM. I had such a great experience with it and I wanted to step up. My nephew went to Riley this past year and I truly saw how it affected my family. I would never want any kid to go through that so that is mainly why I wanted to be an executive. I want to be a difference maker and to work toward raising money to find a cure.
I am responsible for the layout of the marathon as well as the booking of entertainment acts to participate in the marathon. I am also responsible for maintaining security at the marathon and assisting VP Internal with creating a timeline for the marathon.
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Bradley Nance
Email: morale@pudm.org
Hometown: Newburgh, Indiana
Year: Sophomore
Major: Materials Engineering Major, Political Science Minor, LGBT Studies Minor
Previous PUDM Involvement:
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Campbell Boston
Email: rileyrelations@pudm.org
Hometown: Palatine, Illinois
Year: Sophomore
Major: Film and Video Studies
Previous PUDM Involvement:
I joined Purdue University Dance Marathon because I wanted to make a difference and carry on the legacy of David Feltner who was a brother of my fraternity who lost his battle to cancer years ago.
Favorite Quote

Megan Jurek
Email: specialevents@pudm.org
Hometown: Johnsburg, Illinois
Year: Sophomore
Major: Chemistry, Psychology Minor
Previous PUDM Involvement: Campus Relations committee member
I joined Purdue University Dance Marathon because I wanted to become more involved in the behind the scenes of PUDM as a whole and inspire others at a larger scale. I also wanted to be in a position where I could make a greater impact not only for our cause, but with those I would get to work with.
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Membership

Kate Stanko
Email: communications@pudm.org
Hometown: Munster, Indiana
Year: Junior
Major: Human Services/ ASL
Previous PUDM Involvement: Participant, Participant Relations Chair
I joined Purdue University Dance Marathon because I want to be apart of the leadership team and ensure that everyone is included and having the best time possible. Also, being able to see the impact that we have on the family’s’ lives at the marathon and how much it means to them reminds me every year that this is a special organization.
What are your main duties in your position?
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Emma Kern
Email: development@pudm.org
Hometown: Newtown, Pennsylvania
Year: Junior
Major: Human Services
Previous PUDM Involvement: Community Strategy Chair
I joined Purdue University Dance Marathon because I wanted to take a bigger step in the organization and I wanted to find more ways to give back to PUDM since PUDM has been so good to me. I want to be able to give back to the organization and the families of Riley as much as they have given me throughout my time in PUDM.
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Erika Deming
Email: stewardship@pudm.org
Hometown: Avon, Indiana
Year: Junior
Major: Brain and Behavioral Science, Japanese, Human Development, and Family Studies Minor
Previous PUDM Involvement: Special Events CM, Special events chair
I joined Purdue University Dance Marathon because I’ve had the opportunity to meet the most inspiring people through PUDM and I knew that as an executive I would be able to give back to the organization that has given me so much.
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