The Office of Student Activities would like to thank graduating seniors who have served in leadership positions in its five program areas. These students have worked hard to maintain their academic success while also being involved on campus.

Several of these student leaders recently reflected on their time at the University of Arkansas. As they look toward finishing their last final exams as University of Arkansas undergraduates, they share their favorite memories, advice, and proud moments:

Sadie Bryant, a finance, accounting, and economics major from Kansas City, Missouri, was student body vice president with ASG. She was also in Walton Honors and involved with Greek Life (Alpha Omicron Pi, Order of Omega).

• Favorite University of Arkansas Memory: “Campaigning for ASG Exec was one of my favorite memories! I got to spend every day with my best friends talking to students about how we wanted to make this University better.”
• Advice to students: “Slow down and enjoy it! These four years fly by, especially when you're busy with different organizations. Make sure to look up every once and a while and really cherish your time here.”
• Proudest accomplishment: “I'm most proud of this year's Homecoming! I was able to work with some of the best undergraduate students throughout the process and I got to learn so much about what this University means to everyone.”

Landry Chopin, a business marketing major from Sugarland, Texas, was involved in University Programs, serving as president her senior year, as well as Greek Life (Delta Gamma) and briefly was involved in the triathlon club.

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "My favorite memory has to have been when UP invited blind painter, John Bramblitt to our campus for a workshop and we got to paint blindfolded side by side while he talked to us about his story and we even got to pet his seeing eye dog! I also like to reflect on the quality time I have spent outside exploring this beautiful state."

• Advice to students: "Do at least one thing a week that takes you out of your comfort zone, whether it be trying a new food or joining a club or reading a book, challenge yourself!"

• Proudest accomplishment: "I hate to sound cliché, but I am truly most proud of how far I have come since my freshman year. I am grateful for the support and motivation I have received from my friends, family, and mentors. College has not been the easiest experience and I am so excited to finally get my diploma and call myself a University of Arkansas alum! Wooo Pig!"

Madi Coffelt, a journalism (advertising/public relations) and apparel merchandising and product development major from Austin, Texas, served on Headliners Concert Committee as well as being involved in Greek Life (Phi Mu Sorority and New Greek Council).

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "It's impossible to narrow it down to one specific memory. The last five years at the UofA have truly been the greatest of my life. I'll cherish the memories and people I've met along my journey forever." 
• Advice to students: "Don't take yourself too seriously. Life is easier once you learn to laugh at yourself." 
• Proudest accomplishment: "I lived out my "Project Runway" moment when I watched my one-of-a-kind design strut down the runway at the 2019 AMPD Enclothe Fashion Show. Also, the fact that I and 14 incredibly hard-working students/advisors on the Headliners Committee pulled off a better music festival than Ja Rule and Billy McFarland. If you know, you know."

Anna Cunningham, a political science major from DeWitt, was involved with Associated Student Government, Greek Life (Delta Delta Delta and Order of Omega), Student Alumni Board, Mortar Board, and Pre-Law Society.

• Favorite University of Arkansas Memory: "My favorite memory at the U of A is definitely the 2019 U of A Birthday Celebration. It was the culmination of my work that year raising awareness and funds for Senior Walk and such a joyous occasion with so many of my dear friends and fellow student leaders."
• Advice to students: "I'm sure you will hear this a lot, but get involved! Find out what you are passionate about and then go find your people. Some of my very best friends are people I met through my involvement and I'm so lucky to have those friends for life."
• Proudest accomplishment: "I am the most proud of the balance I achieved during college. I remained faithful to my academics, highly involved on campus, and made wonderful memories with precious friends. I gave my studies, my campus organizations, and my social life all the effort I had and am so glad I did."

Amanda Funderburg, a business economics and political science major from Ardmore, Oklahoma, was involved with Associated Student Government and Student Organization Outreach and Involvement Experience (SOOIE), as well as Student Alumni Board, Leadership Walton, Campus Y, and the Pre-Law Society.

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "Going to China while participating in Model UN and getting to see the Great Wall!"
• Advice to students: "Get involved in organizations you are passionate about and don't be afraid to take a leadership role, it can be really rewarding!"

Gabrielle Gauthier, a Biochemistry major from El Dorado, was involved with Associated Student Government, Student Alumni Association, Alpha Chi Sigma, and Greek Life (Chi Omega Sorority).

• Favorite University of Arkansas Memory: "Game days in Fayetteville. The atmosphere is incredible."
• Advice to students: "Don't be afraid to ask professors and peers for help."
• Proudest accomplishment: "I am proud of who I am today. The past four years at the University of Arkansas have challenged me to be the best version of myself. I am who I am today because of the obstacles and victories I have faced throughout my college experience and my lifetime."

Samia Ismail, a biomedical engineering major from Fort Smith, was involved with Distinguished Lectures Committee, serving as Student Chair, and Associated Student Government, as well as Young Democrats and oSTEM.

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "Being a part of the committee that brought Laverne Cox to campus. That entire lecture was such a positive and uplifting experience. Getting to see all of the students who were touched by her words and her presence in Arkansas is an especially dear memory."
• Advice to students: "Invest your time in your interests. Learn to recognize how it feels to be fulfilled by what you do."
• Proudest accomplishment: "I'm most proud of the ways I grew that I could not have anticipated coming in to college. I started my freshman year believing that I had my entire college career mapped out, but in the end I gained the most from the campus and community organizations that I got involved with on a whim because I thought it sounded interesting. I'm retroactively proud that I gave myself that space and flexibility to explore new interests."

Zachary Keating, a supply chain and marketing major from Frisco, Texas, served on the Associated Student Government Office of Financial Affairs. He was also involved in the Model U.N. and Greek Life (Lambda Chi Alpha and Interfraternity Council).

• Favorite University of Arkansas Memory: "Football games"
• Advice to students: "Enjoy every day because it goes by fast. Get involved with things and always say yes to new experiences."
• Proudest accomplishment: "Being named the 2019-2020 Outstanding Student of the year for the Supply Chain Management department."

Arianna Kiaei, an international economics major from Little Rock, served as Associated Student Government Chief of Staff and was also involved with Model U.N., Walton College Dean's Student Collaboration Board, Honors College Ambassadors, and Greek Life (Chi Omega).

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "This is definitely a tie between my study abroad experiences in Japan the summer after my sophomore year and India the summer after my junior year."
• Advice to students: "There are so many amazing people here at the University of Arkansas from your peers to the faculty and staff. Really make an effort to get outside of your comfort zone and build relationships with those who you may not normally gravitate towards. It will make all the difference in your college experience!"
• Proudest accomplishment: "Based off of my advice for other students, I guess it would make the most sense to say I am the most proud of the strong relationships I have formed across campus. I know that these relationships go beyond my four years at the University of Arkansas and their impacts are lifelong."

Brynn Lea, a mechanical engineering major from Conway, served on Associated Student Government Senate, was a Women in STEM Chair Member, and was involved with Greek Life (Pi Beta Phi).

• Favorite University of Arkansas Memory: "Being at any home baseball game!"
• Advice to students: "Get involved on campus as early as possible. That was my largest regret in college. I have met so many great people and have learned so many great things about the U of A by simply just getting involved."
• Proudest accomplishment: "The impact that the Women in STEM conference has made and will continue to make on campus for the following years to come. Being a part of it allowed me to show how many companies encourage and want women to be more involved in STEM. Additionally, the outreach events allowed us to show a large group of 150 girls of ages 5 through 11 how cool and fun STEM really is!"

Everett Lilly, a geography major from Durham, North Carolina, was involved with University Programs, including serving as president. He also worked in the Office of Student Activities and was involved with CRU.

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "Dressing up as a stormtrooper and dancing across campus."

• Advice to students: "Have fun, love others, and go to class"
• Proudest accomplishment: "Getting a 3.0 in an 18 hour semester along with 30 hour work week"

Robby Marks, a marketing major from Austin, Texas, was involved with University Programs as well as Beta Theta Pi.

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "Weekend trips to Devils Den."
• Advice to students: "Use your time wisely, it flies by faster than you'd think."
• Proudest accomplishment: "My 15 win streak at foosball in Yocum freshman year."

Kendall Perkins, a kinesiology/pre-pharmacy major from Little Rock, served on Associated Student Government Senate, and was involved with the College Diabetes Network, Mental Health Awareness Organization, Razorback Pom Squad Ambassador, Pre-Pharmacy Club, and Pre-Dental Club as well as Greek Life (Delta Delta Delta).

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "Welcoming my twin brothers to the University of Arkansas this past fall and showing them everything the U of A has to offer!"
• Advice to students: "Join an organization or club that you are passionate about. Soak up every minute you have at the U of A. It flies by, and you won't want to miss out on any of it!"
• Proudest Accomplishment: "I am most proud of my study habits and grades while at the U of A because they ended up getting me into UAMS Pharmacy School."

Emma Sauser an accounting major from Grinnell, Iowa, served on Headliners Concert Committee and was also involved with Beta Alpha Psi, Beta Gamma Sigma, Arkansas Dance Marathon, and Greek Life (Alpha Omicron Pi, Order of Omega, Greek Life Facilitators, New Greek Council, and Panhellenic Judicial Board).

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "I studied abroad in Ireland last summer. While there, I met some of my best friends and learned a lot about myself as a professional and student."
• Advice to students: "Go for it. Don't be afraid to try something out of your comfort zone, because sometimes those are the best things that happen to you."
• Proudest accomplishment: "I am graduating with (hopefully) a 4.0 in three years while holding several leadership positions and having a job."

Kianna Sarvestani, a political science major from Fayetteville, served as Chair of Senate for Associated Student Government and served on Program Allocations Board as part of that role. She was also involved with the Volunteer Action Center. 

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "I have had many great memories at the U of A. As a student leader my favorite memory has to be the ASG Shuttles. I did that alongside my advisor PJ Martinez and got up at 4 am and drove people to the airport, I got to learn about others and form relationships with students I had never met. It was such a crazy experience I didn't sleep more than 10 hours that week but I would do it all again."
• Advice to students: "My biggest piece of advice to students is soak up every moment they go by so fast. Also I encourage everyone to step out of their comfort zone, whether that be to take a class in a topic outside your major, joining a club or taking on a leadership role, the experiences where you challenge yourself are when you grow the most!"

Manny Selvera, a sports management and journalism (Advertising/Public Relations) major from Dallas, Texas, was involved with Headliners Concert Committee and University Programs, as well as Student Ambassadors.

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "Attending the Springtime of Youth Music Festival at the end of the year!"
• Advice to students: "Do what you're supposed to do and have fun. Live your life for yourself. #Workhardplayhard"
• Proudest accomplishment: "I am most proud of graduating with two degrees because I worked so hard for this and I can say I did it!"

Brady Shipman, a finance and music major from Mountain View, served on Headliners Concert Committee and was University Programs' Music Chair.

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "Meeting my industry hero, Jack Antonoff."
• Advice to students: "Find your niche but never restrict yourself to it."
• Proudest accomplishment: "Every single lesson learned. "

Kevin Smith Jr., a finance major from West Memphis, was involved with Associated Student Government, most recently as Treasurer where he also served on the Program Allocations Board, as well as Black Students Association, the Accelerate Student Achievement program, and Greek Life (Alpha Phi Alpha and Order of Omega).

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "Winning 1st place in the NPHC homecoming step show"
• Advice to students: "Step out of your comfort zone, put yourself in situations that forces you to become better in areas you need to improve (weaknesses)."
• Proudest accomplishment: "My leadership growth, the mentees I have relationships, becoming a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc, and making it to graduation!"

Megan Sturdivant, a communication sciences and disorders major from Bridgeport, Texas, served on Associated Student Government Senate and was involved in National Student Speech Language Hearing Association and Student Mobilization as well as Greek Life (Delta Delta Delta).

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "Waiting in line 4 hours to cheer on the Razorbacks basketball team against Kentucky! It was an incredible atmosphere."
• Proudest accomplishment: "Presenting research at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention in Orlando, Florida."

Justyce Alexandra Yuille, a criminal justice, political science, and African and African-American studies major from Little Rock, served as Chief Justice for Associated Student Government. She was also involved with Greek Life (Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.), University Housing as a Resident Assistant, Black Students Association, Black Alumni Society Scholars, Fulbright Honors Peer Mentors, and volunteered with Cardinal Nights and the Full Circle Food Pantry.

• Favorite University of Arkansas memory: "My favorite memory at the University of Arkansas would be walking into Student Support Services, which is located in Gregson Hall. I met some of my closest friends in Student Support Services, while we were uplifting and helping each other succeed academically, mentally, and spiritually."

• Advice to students: "Always keep an open mind. In college, you will experience so many new opportunities, people, and places. Be open minded to everything you will experience because it will help you grow."
• Proudest accomplishment: "I am most proud of being the first African American Chief Justice. I believe I made an impact on campus, while breaking barriers for people of color on campus."

The Office of Student Activities would like to recognize each of these students for their achievements in maintaining academic excellence while also being involved in leadership roles on campus. Additional graduates include Sadie Bryant, Emily Cumiskey, Elizabeth Ellington, John Hedgecock, Houston Lamb, William Neely, Jared Pinkerton, Lainie Richards, James Gairhan, Michael Spendio, and Brandon Turner.

The Office of Student Activities provides an environment for involvement, empowerment, and collaboration through student organizations, programmatic experiences, and shared governance. OSA maximizes the UA experience by advocating for all students, promoting intercultural understanding, and developing citizens who are prepared to positively impact their communities. Programs within the Office of Student Activities include Associated Student Government, Distinguished Lectures Committee, Headliners Concert Committee, Student Organization Outreach and Involvement Experience (SOOIE), and University Program. The Office of Student Activities is a department in the Division of Student Affairs.

About the Division of Student Affairs: The Division of Student Affairs supports students in pursuing knowledge, earning a degree, finding meaningful careers, exploring diversity, and connecting with the global community. We provide students housing, dining, health care resources, and create innovative programs that educate and inspire. We enhance the University of Arkansas experience and help students succeed, one student at a time.