Biographies

I am a senior from Trevor, WI studying Economics and Public Administration. I aim to authentically represent the interests of the students of the College of Business Administration during my time in student senate, centering my efforts around sustainability and student rights. Besides senate, I am involved on campus in Students for Sustainability and College Dems. I am passionate about LGBTQ+ rights, environmentalism, voting rights, and transportation policy. In my free time, I enjoy playing piano and spending time outside, whether it's hiking, biking, or snowboarding. I am always happy to hear my peers' concerns, so don't hesitate to reach out to me over email or social media if you need anything. 

Sarah Remiker is a first year student from Kenosha, Wisconsin.  She is majoring in Public Health and Community Education on the Pre-Med track. She is also a member of Eta Sigma Gamma and Eta Alpha Phi honoraries.  Outside of class she enjoys yoga, painting, hiking, and traveling.  Sarah is passionate about helping others, especially those living in underserved communities.  

I am representing the College of Science and Health. I am a third-year student majoring in Microbiology and minoring in Chemistry. I am on the pre-med track and plan to attend medical school after graduation. 

Madyson Emer is a sophomore from South Milwaukee, Wisconsin She is a Biomedical Science major here at UWL on a Pre-Med track and a minor in psychology. Outside of class, you can find her spending time with friends, hiking, or working at the REC as a competitive sports supervisor.

Lindsey Strzyzewski is a Senior and the Senator for the School of Education. Her major is Middle Childhood- Early Adolescents and she has a math minor. She is from Manitowoc Wisconsin and has always had a passion for teaching since entering high school. Some undergraduate experiences include writing and receiving a grant to travel abroad to Japan. Here she was able to research and later present information on the educational system in Japan. She is also the Treasurer for the club Collegiate Middle Level Association which focuses on supporting K-12 students and teachers. Lindsey aspires to teach and eventually move up into administration in the future. In her spare time she enjoys being outside and spending quality time with friends. 

Mariah Stewart is a fifth-year student majoring in MC-EA Education with a double minor in Mathematics and Art Therapy. She is the Co-Chair and Senator for the Multicultural Student Organization (MSO), ALANA Womxn. Mariah is passionate about bringing forth voices that aren’t usually heard/listened to in our society. She is excited to represent all that ALANA stands for and to make a difference on our campus and within our community. 

My name is Ian Carroll. My pronouns are he/him/his and I’m originally from Milwaukee, WI. I'm a senior this year at UWL and my major is Philosophy with a minor in Biology. I have the pleasure of serving as Senator for BSU (Black Student Unity) and my primary hobby is longboarding.

My name is Maiv Ntxawm Xyooj, or you can call me by my English name: Yer Xiong. I am a Social Studies Education major with an emphasis on Political Science. I am currently the Senator for the Hmong Organization Promoting Education (HOPE). You can find me mostly in the Office of Multicultural Student Services, or out and about on campus getting my coffee fix; don't be afraid to say hi! 

Moritz is a Junior studying International Business Administration. As an exchange student from the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences he is representing the International Student Organization. Being born in Germany, growing up in a small town in northern Italy, and living a year abroad in Vancouver Canada helped him to shape his international horizon. His leisure time consists of a contrast between having an active sporty lifestyle like mountain-biking, hiking, going for a swim in beautiful lakes to enjoying the small culinary highlights in life when opening a tasty bottle of wine and combining it with a delicious self cooked meal.

My name is Kat Fitzgerald and I use she/her pronouns. I’m a Marketing and Economics major with a minor in Legal Studies. Most of my time is spent playing basketball, spending time with friends and family, and trying different types of foods. I’m very excited to continue representing Athletics in Student Senate and work to bring positive changes to campus. 

I am currently a senior at UWL, double majoring in psychology and political science, with a neuroscience minor. While my aspirations for graduate school attain to my neuroscience minor and psych major, I am extremely passionate about equal and civil rights, implementing sustainability, and creating a welcoming and accessible environment for everyone. My goal for being on student association is simply to help make a difference any way I can. Some things I like to do for fun are listening to music, reading, hanging with friends, hiking, and getting coffee of course. 

Cassie Ziegler is a first-year student from Sauk Prairie, WI. She is majoring in Public Administration with a minor in Communications Studies. In her free time, she enjoys surfing Pinterest, writing and hanging out with friends. She is very excited to be part of the Student Association to make a positive difference at UWL for all students. 

My name is Anastasia Grochowski, and I am a freshman pursuing a major in Biology and a minor in Communications on a Pre-Physician Assistant track. This year I am honored to be serving as a First-Year Senator! I am particularly passionate about improving access to mental health resources, promoting LGBTQ+ rights, and increasing inclusivity and camaraderie on campus. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, hammocking, thrifting, playing volleyball, and working out in the Rec.  I am so excited to be representing first-year students - please do not hesitate to contact me with comments or concerns!

MacKenzie is a freshman majoring in biochemistry and biology: biomedical sciences and minoring in psychology. She is on the pre-medicine track and plans to attend medical school after graduation. She is originally from La Crosse, WI and in her free time she likes to hike, hang out with friends, get coffee, and play with her dogs. She’s excited to be involved in the Student Senate and help make a difference at UWL so students can feel more welcome and at home.

My name is Liberti Jonas-Jongebloed and my pronouns are she/her! I am a sophomore this year and my major is Political Science. I am currently an RA in Sanford and I am currently serving as a general reporter for The Raquet Press. I am also Vice-President of NRHH (National Residence Hall Honorary) and am apart of NSLS (National Society of Leadership and Success).

Maddie is a junior from Kaukauna, Wisconsin. She is majoring in psychology with a double minor in both criminal justice and anthropology. She is excited to work within the Student Association to provide students with the resources they need to have a healthy, safe, and enjoyable college career. She is especially passionate about mental health awareness, ensuring students feel safe on and off-campus, and providing individuals with the information they need to be active within our university and community. In her free time, she enjoys playing intramural sports, snowboarding, and hanging out with friends. She is looking forward to having the ability to represent students and help them look forward to their education at UWL.

My name is Molly Westcott, I go by she/her pronouns, and I am a political science major, with a double minor in business management and art. I like to consider myself a very empathic person who has a passion for learning. When I graduate, I want to help manage a public works team that focuses on the reconstruction of brownfields. I am part of the SEMB for the Poms team here at UWL, and love to get involved. I spend a lot of my free time laughing with my friends, as I love to make people smile. 

Hello! My name is Heidi and I use she/her pronouns. I have the pleasure of serving as the graduate student senator. I completed my undergraduate degree in Spanish Education at UWL in December 2020. I am currently in my first year of graduate school in the Student Affairs Administration program. My assistantship is in Residence Life where I am the Graduate Resident Director of Reuter Hall. I'm excited to represent the graduate-student voice and make positive changes on our campus to make it a more welcoming and equitable place for all students.