Graduate Student Organization (GSO) election results for 2026-2027

The Marquette University Graduate Student Organization (GSO) held nominations and elections in early April 2026 to select new representatives for the upcoming 2026-2027 academic year. The organization supports and represents graduate students, serving as a bridge between students and the university by addressing concerns, solving problems and sharing feedback on issues that affect graduate student life. Beyond advocacy, GSO also creates opportunities for community service and helps students connect through social events and networking, working to make the graduate experience more meaningful and connected. Congratulations to the newly elected leadership.

GSO Executive Board

• President: Sumaiya Chowdhury
• Vice-President: Tamila Kuanysheva
• Community Engagement: Natalie Worzalla
• Communication: Lila Metko
• Logistics Officer: Chimobi Chikwendu

University Committee Representatives

• University Assessment: Joey Kenny
• Committee on Diversity and Equity: Jadyn Clarner, Gennah Francis
• Committee on Academic Technology: Benjamin Sampson
• University Board for Student Media: Joey Kenny
• University Academic Senate: Manoj Purohit
• University Board of Graduate Studies: Sumaiya Chowdhury
• Committee on Teaching: Emily Lange

Academic Department and Program Representatives

College of Arts & Sciences

• Biological Sciences: Chimobi Chikwendu
• Chemistry: Delanie Huntoon
• Computer Sciences: Paramita Basak Upama
• Counselor Education & Counseling Psychology: Natalie Worzalla
• English: Julia Salkind
• History: Joey Kenny
• Mathematical & Statistical Sciences: Josh Seidman
• Philosophy: Heidi Hildeman
• Psychology: Gennah Francis
• Political Science: Vanessa Woods
• Social & Cultural Sciences: TBD
• Theology: Ioannis Kaliampos

College of Communication

• Communication: Jace Ocker

College of Education

• Educational Policy & Leadership: Sarah Fasipe
• Public Service: Elizabeth Kolb

College of Engineering

• Biomedical Engineering: Alexis Sawicki
• Civil, Construction, & Environmental Engineering: Haoyou (Ethan) Zhang
• Electrical & Computer Engineering: Sarah Instenes
• Mechanical Engineering: Abby Gventer

College of Health Sciences

• Neuroscience: Lila Metko
• Occupational Therapy: Devlyn Gomez

College of Nursing

• Direct Entry MSN-O: Erica Jackson
• Direct Entry MSN: Stephanie Lasala
• Nursing, PhD: Megan Whitaker

Graduate School of Management

• Finance: Eileen Masterson
• Rep #2: TBD

Law School

• Julia Zortman
• Emma Boyer

School of Dentistry

• Rep #1: TBD
• Rep #2: TBD

If you're a graduate student and your department isn't currently represented, you can contact the GSO at [email protected] if you're interested in serving as your department's representative for the 2026-2027 academic year.