Emma Zellmer | State Chair

School: Minnesota State University, Mankato
Studying: Philosophy, Political Science and Economics
What she's looking forward to this year: I am looking forward to the opportunity to connect with more student organizations and to be back in person.
Fun fact: I have been a lifeguard for 6 years!

Arnavee Maltare | Vice Chair

School: Minnesota State University, Mankato
Studying: Management Information Systems, Business Administration
What she's looking forward to this year: I look most forward to advocating for student needs, collaborating with students, faculty, staff, and administrators, and lobbying legislators!
Fun facts: I met Chris Lane (the Country singer) without knowing he was "Chris Lane" – I am left-handed – I love to dance – I was a part of a world record.

School: Metropolitan State University
Studying: Studio Bachelor of Arts
What he's looking forward to this year: I look forward to facing the greatest challenges our students have and hopefully seeing the end of this pandemic once and for all.
Fun fact: I’m a hip hop head and I like to rap for fun!

Studying: Cellular, Molecular Biology
What she's looking forward to this year: I look forward to meeting and working with other students and the staff on bettering higher education for students.
Fun fact: I have 8 siblings and 2 dogs!

Studying: Master’s in Advocacy and Political Leadership: Non-profit Sector
What he's looking forward to this year: I am looking forward to continuing to find ways to ensure that our students can successfully transition back to a NEW regular as students begin to return to a more traditional on-campus experience. There is so much potential and movement in the realm of student advocacy right now. Whether that be at the system, state, or federal level and I am excited to ensure that our students are getting the most possible out of the changing environment in higher education.
Fun fact: This is going to be my 4th year involved with Students Untied. So much change so much more to go!

Studying: Political Science, Mass Media
What she's looking forward to this year: This year as a Student's United Board member I'm looking forward to doing real advocacy on the behalf of all students in the Minnesota State System. I also look forward to being a part of a board that is dedicated to bettering the overall student experience. Lastly, I am Looking forward to getting to know other people who are passionate about the same things I am, learning from them, and hopefully making lasting connections and friendships from my time serving on the board.
Fun fact: I love traveling and trying new foods. My favorite place I have visited has to be the Bahamas!

Studying: Political Science, Sustainability
What she's looking forward to this year: This year I look forward to working on developing community, more specifically community-based action on Minnesota State campuses. I am especially excited to create more opportunities for college students to engage in politics. I know so many students with the passion and drive it takes to go out and demand positive change in the world we are inheriting. Now more than ever we, as young people, need to work with each other develop spaces and amplify our voices to policy makers. I firmly believe our generation is fighting for change and I am excited to get to work!
Fun fact: I grew up on an Organic farm!

Studying: Marketing
What he's looking forward to this year: I am looking forward to a normal year with fewer restrictions meeting new people and advocating to make impactful changes!
Fun fact: I have worked as an Event Manager for more than 50 projects and my first project was when I was in year 5 in my school!

Studying: Health Care Administration
What he's looking forward to this year: I am looking forward to more engaging activities that students can participate and have fun. Focus on students feed back and trying to solve if there is any problems. Having effective bored meeting and sharing ideas.
Fun fact: I rub my legs when I sleep!

Studying: Political Science, Public Relations
What she's looking forward to this year: I am excited to get to know all of the other board members and making some real changes for students!
Fun fact: Somewhere that I have always wanted to travel is Ireland, and I hope to do so after graduation!