EXERCySE Executive team
The ExerCYse program at ISU is fueled by a dynamic and energetic group of students that form the Executive Committee. These individuals are responsible for coordinating the larger efforts of all the Ambassadors and are put in charge of one or more of the initiatives you see below. They delegate responsibilities to the At Large Committee and are responsible for different tasks that make ExerCyse is Medicine on campus possible. Executive positions include the President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. To be eligible for one of these positions, you must be an active volunteer in ExerCYse related events. Attendance is recorded through Givepulse and your impact on each event will be noted. The 2022-23 Executive Committee is highlighted below.
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Grant Clark
President Grant is from West Des Moines and is majoring in Kinesiology and Health on the Pre-Physician Assistant Track. Grant wants to attend PA school following his time at ISU. He loves the opportunities that EIM provides at ISU to get involved and is constantly motivated to do his part to benefit others. He also enjoys meeting people in similar career paths and loves working with them through EIM to better the surrounding community. |
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Kennedy Sorenson
Co-Vice President Kennedy is from Carlisle, Iowa and is working to obtain a major in Kinesiology and Health, while also minoring in Psychology. One day, she wants to join the Therapist without Borders Program, enabling her to travel the world and help others along the way. She loves EIM because it promotes physical activity with a diverse group of people around campus and allows her to work with all age groups. In her free time, Kennedy enjoys golfing, hiking, spending time with loved ones, and exploring new places. |
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Haley Plambeck
Co-Vice President Haley is from Red Oak, Iowa and majoring in Dietetics. Haley plans to become a Sports Dietitian, where she will help athletes create a better lifestyle for themselves. For fun, Haley likes to hang out with friends, weightlift, swim, run, and eat good food! She loves EIM because of the community and connections it provides. |
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Jessica Walter
Treasurer Jessica is from West Des Moines and a Kinesiology and Health major on the Pre-Physical Therapy route. One day, she hopes to specify her PT work towards patients suffering from Lou Gehrig's Disease, commonly known as ALS. Jessica loves being able to connect with others in EIM who have similar goals and passions. She also enjoys the opportunity to be active with the community of Ames through volunteering with EIM. She loves rollerblading at Ada Hayden and walking the trails at Peterson Pitts and Ledges. She additionally volunteers for ALS association, where she gets to work with those in Ames with the disease. |
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Arunadee Fernando
Secretary Arunadee Fernando is from Ames, Iowa and is majoring in Biology and minor in Kinesiology. She aspires to attend medical school and become a physician. Arunadee enjoys ExerCYse is Medicine for many reasons, including; volunteering with EIM, sharing the importance of physical activity with youth, and promoting the importance of physical activity with people! In her free time, Arunadee enjoys playing tennis on the ISU Tennis Club as well as volunteering in the Ames community! |
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At-Large members
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Chair member positions are marketing, fundraising, risk management, media relations, merchandise and newsletter chair.
Although these are our current positions, we work together as a collaborative team to make our events possible and fuel the Exercise is Medicine movement. We welcome anyone passionate about the EIM initiative to reach out and get involved. |
There are many opportunities to gain leadership and teamwork experience through EIM. Some of these involve:
Members of the cabinet spread the message of the Exercise is Medicine movement and want to help members of the ISU and Ames community (and beyond) live healthy, happy lives. This is done through volunteering, education, and other activities. |
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Steph Stenger
Co-Marketing Chair Steph is a junior at ISU studying Kinesiology and Health with a focus on Pre-Physical Therapy and a minor in Gerontology! Steph has been a part of EIM since her freshman year, and her favorite part of the club is the socials. She believes they are a fun way to meet people and de-stress from school work. |
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Teresa Winkelmann
Co-Marketing Chair Teresa is majoring in Kinesiology with the option of Exercise Science. She is from Rockford, IL and hopes to graduate to eventually become a personal trainer. Her ultimate aspiration is to hopefully own her own gym down the road. For fun she likes to watch Netflix, go the beach, play volleyball, and go shopping! |
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Mason Bandera
Media Relations Chair Mason is from Pella, Iowa and is majoring in Kinesiology and Health on the Pre-Physical Therapy Track. One day, Mason wants to open his own PT practice. He loves EIM because it enables him to be with a group of people whoa re passionate about being active and spread that passion with others. His favorite outdoor activity is disc golfing. |
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Madeline Grimes
Merchandise Chair Madeline is majoring in Kinesiology and is pursuing the Pre-Physical Therapy option. After graduating from Iowa State, she plans to take a gap year and build a little more experience as well as shadow in various environments before applying to a graduate program. After completing graduate school, she plans to eventually open her own PT clinic with a secondary focus on Sports Performance. She has a strong passion for exercise and believes that it is extremely beneficial in improving not only physical health, but mental health as well. Madeline is looking forward to getting involved with EIM across the ISU campus! |
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Sophia Bohnenkamp
Co-Fundraising Chair Sophia and is a senior at Iowa State with a major in biochemistry and a minor in nutrition. Her plans after this year are to apply to medical schools with the hopes of attending a medical school after a gap year. |
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Brooklynn Wagoner
Co-Fundraising Chair Brooklynn is from Council Bluffs, Iowa. She is majoring in Kinesiology and Health with an option of Pre-Physical Therapy and a minor in Nutrition. She plans to attend PT school post-graduation and specialize in pediatric therapy. Outside of class, Brooklynn loves weightlifting, cooking, going on walks, and hanging out with friends. She is excited about EIM because it is a chance to get more involved and spread the important message to the community. |
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Abby Burkhart
Newsletter Chair Abby is from Dunlap, Iowa. She is majoring in Kinesiology with a Pre-Human Medicine option and a minor in General Business. Her career goals are to get accepted into medical school and become a Pediatrician someday. In her free time, she enjoy staying active, hanging out with friends, and baking desserts. She is excited to be a new member of the EIM team! |
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Gabe Wetter
Risk Management Chair Gabe is majoring in Kinesiology and is pursuing the Pre-Physical Therapy option. His post-ISU plans include a career in a sports rehabilitation setting with professional athletes/organizations. His interests include playing soccer, physical fitness, health and wellness, spending time with friends, and trying new things. |
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