Current Officers

Hometown: Germantown, WI

Major: Biochemistry Major and Athletic Healthcare Certificate

From Germantown, Wisconsin, Sam did not travel far to join the Class of 2025 at UW-Madison. Sam participated on the Badger Powerlifting team and held a board position on Medlife that prepared her for the senior class president position. She hopes to bring events to campus that foster a memorable and impactful senior year. Professionally, Sam worked as a CNA at UW Health and on the Brain, Behavior and Wellbeing research team, presenting at the 2024 student research symposium. Pursuing a biochemistry major with a certificate in athletic healthcare, Sam will be well prepared for a master’s program in anesthesiology assistance.

Hometown: New Brighton, MN

Major: Biology and Psychology major

A third-generation Badger from the Twin Cities, Shelby always aspired to be a part of the UW-Madison community. She began her journey by joining campus organizations including Wisconsin Wellness and Medlife. Fueled with the desire to learn, she has majors in biology and psychology and a criminal justice certificate and is pursuing medical school. Passionate about research, she is a Hilldale Research Fellow investigating stress resilience. Outside of campus, Shelby volunteers at Meriter, UW Health, and the National Sexual Assault Hotline.  Understanding mental health struggles, she aims to provide camaraderie and support for all students during the difficult transition to life after college.

Hometown: Manitowoc, WI

Major:  Legal Studies & Education Studies

From the shores of Lake Michigan in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, to Madison’s isthmus, Logan is thrilled to be a first-generation Badger, where his excitement over campus life only grows with his involvement. He is excited to pursue majors in legal studies and education studies, along with a certificate in criminal justice. His fervent interest in law led him to be a member of the Pre-Law Society and intern in the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards. Logan chairs the Dean of Students Advisory Board, striving to represent the student body and improve student life. His biggest goal is involving and utilizing seniors’ wisdom to ensure all have the best Wisconsin Experience possible.

Hometown: Irbid, Jordan

Major: Industrial Engineering & Data Science

A recent immigrant to the United States, Dana is a proud Palestinian-Jordanian and a first-generation college student. She is majoring in industrial engineering and data science, with certificates in computer science, business, and international engineering. Dana found her home interning at the Multicultural Student Center, where she supported advocacy and programming across the four identity centers as well as pioneered MENA cultural programming at the UW. Dana also served on the executive boards of Amnesty International, the Muslim Student Association, and the Industrial Engineering Task Force, and is an ESL Intern at Madison’s Literacy Network. As DEI director, Dana is dedicated to amplifying, connecting, and resourcing marginalized voices, empowering them to take up space unapologetically wherever they are.

Hometown: Menomonie, WI

Major: Political Science & Legal Studies

Hailing from the small town of Menomonie, Wisconsin, Helen understands the importance of a strong community. These values have led her down the path of public service, majoring in political science and legal studies with certificates in public policy and gender and women’s studies. Helen is involved in undergraduate research and is a member of the UW chapter of Camp Kesem. Politically engaged, she has interned with the Wisconsin Legislature and the Democratic National Committee. As engagement director, Helen will work to ensure campus is a space where all students feel valued and to uplift the voices of our vibrant senior class.

Hometown: Menomonee Falls, WI

Major: Kinesiology

From Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, Deanna has immersed herself in campus life at every turn. Being a first-generation college student studying kinesiology, Deanna has strived to stay active in various activities, both on and off campus. Within the Badger community, Deanna is an executive board member of Alpha Phi Omega, contributes as an undergraduate assistant on research related to dysphagia in Down syndrome, and works as a late night coordinator with University Housing. After graduation, Deanna aims to prioritize health and wellness with aspirations of becoming a physical therapist. She aims to support and empower diverse individuals in achieving their physical goals and enhancing their overall quality of life.

Hometown: Menomonee Falls, WI

Major: Biology (CALS)

From Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, Veronica is a biology major pursuing certificates in biocore and global health. Aspiring to a career in medicine and public health, she is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and community well-being. As the philanthropy director for the Class of 2025, Veronica fosters a spirit of giving and creates impactful opportunities for her peers. She is involved with the inpatient psychiatric unit at UW Health and is a Hilldale Research Fellow, working on cutting-edge research exploring exercise and neurotrophic factors in Parkinson’s disease. Veronica aims to ensure the Class of 2025 is remembered for its compassion, generosity, and commitment to positive change.