Executive Committee
Kathryn Niestoeckel
PRESIDENT
Hometown: Shreveport, Louisiana Major: Psychology Minors: Child Services, Social Work Position: As president, I have the privilege of serving as a liaison between Alpha Beta, Greek Life, the University of Arkansas campus and community, as well as our National Headquarters. I oversee all chapter operations while cultivating leadership among the executive committee. Most importantly, I am a role model, best friend, and sister to each and every member. Why Phi Mu? I knew Phi Mu was home because this chapter personified everything that I believed in, valued, and hoped for. This chapter was & is the embodiment of “love in our bond”- something I had so longed for coming to college. I felt the immediate sisterhood shared between members and knew that Phi Mu was the place I could find my people, my place, and my purpose in.
Miranda Nelson
RECRUITMENT DIRECTOR
Hometown: Fayetteville, Arkansas Major: BioChem and Premed Minors: Spanish and Business Position: With my team of 8 amazing women, I strive to educate our members on the necessary tools to recruit the most wonderful Phi Mu women into this chapter. Why Phi Mu: Phi Mu is so much more than the beautiful pink house on maple street, it is a home and a caring sisterhood who has shaped me into the woman I am today. I rushed hoping to find the "lifelong friends" that everyone talks about, and Phi Mu has undoubtedly given me that, but also so much more. It has given me the sense of home and comfort amid the craziness of college life, the kind of memories I can't wait to tell my grandchildren one day, the opportunity to grow as a leader, and so much more. I am forever thankful to Phi Mu for my best friends that I know will be by my side through the thick and thin, and for an unforgettable collegiate experience.
Skylar Hames
SECRETARY
Hometown: Keller, Texas Major: Psychology Double Minor: Sociology and History Position: I serve as both the Corresponding and Recording Secretary. I take care of the communication within the chapter, take attendance, email with me members and keep track of all the prestige points earned through the semester. Why Phi Mu? Phi Mu as given me the supportive women I needed in my life. The women I’ve surrounded myself with have pushed me to versions of myself I did not see possible. Phi Mu is a chapter full of radiant women who provide compassion and encouragement to those around them.
Emma Lasater
NEW MEMBER EDUCATOR
Hometown: Highland Village, Texas Major: Elementary Education Position: I plan and help with everything that involves the New Member experience. Starting on Bid Day, I meet with the freshman once a week, and plan bigger events such as the Phi Retreat and Big Little. I am with these girls throughout their experience in Phi Mu, so making each person feel valued and loved is the ultimate goal. Why Phi Mu? I choose Phi Mu because it is a home that inspires me everyday to be the best version of myself. I have grown in ways I didn’t know were possible, and have made the most genuine and intentional friends. The women that are apart of this chapter celebrate the small victories just as much as the big ones, and never stop supporting one another. This chapter has given me so much, so serving it back was an easy choice.
Chloe Schultz
PANHELLENIC DELEGATE
Hometown: Edmond, Oklahoma Major: Business Marketing Position: I attend weekly meetings to receive information from Panhellenic and Greek Life. I relay that information back to our chapter while coordinating events with other chapters, Panhellenic, and other Greek Life Organizations. I over see all things Greek Life in Phi Mu. Why Phi Mu? Phi Mu has pushed me to be the person that I’ve always wanted to be. Phi Mu has given me confidence to pursue my goals and aspirations while meeting my life long friends. I would not be who I am today if it wasn’t for Phi Mu and the women in it.
Monica Mendoza
VICE PRESIDENT OF CHAPTER DEVELOPMENT
Hometown: Keller, Texas Major Biology Position: As Vice President of Chapter Development I am responsible for all chapter programing and presentation. I help to ensure efficient chapter meetings, plan with outside resources, and communicate with all the positions in the chapter. I also get the opportunity to oversee our sisterhood chair and the events she puts on. Why Phi Mu? I chose Phi Mu as my home because I wanted to be a part of a group of women who choose kindness and determination every day. Through out recruitment, I fell in love with Phi Mu because it’s was obvious the amount of love that each woman poured into one another. Now, being sisters with so many inspiring women, I wanted to do my part to serve those who have given me everything I could ever ask for from greek life.
Anna Wilt
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
Hometown: Tyler, Texas Major: Public Health on a Pre-Pharmacy Track Position: As Vice President of operations, I work closely with the women on Cabinet as well as those who hold appointed officer positions. I help oversee most events put on by the chapter, such as philanthropy events, sisterhood events, functions and more! Why Phi Mu? I went Phi Mu for so many reasons. Going into recruitment, I already loved Phi Mu because my mom is a Phi Mu. My love for Phi Mu only increased as I talked to the members of Alpha Beta. Every conversation was intentional and felt easy. I realized that the members of Phi Mu Alpha Beta were kind, strong, and unique women who would challenge me to grow as a person and as a leader. I am forever thankful that I went Phi Mu!
Shea Welling
TREASURER
Hometown: Flower Mound, Texas Major: Finance Position: As Treasurer, I oversee and manage all of Alpha Beta’s financial administration. This includes maintaining and finalizing of a budget, ensure dues are collected, payments are made on time, other financial reporting and more. Why Phi Mu?: I chose Phi Mu because the endless support from everyone around me. I have always strived to be a leader and looking up to the women when I first joined as a member had me wanting to pursue a leadership role. I truly have found my lifelong friends and so excited for the next couple of years.
Julia Bryant
ACADEMIC CHAIR
Hometown: Frisco, Texas Major: Human Development & Family Science Minor: Child Advocacy Position: As Academic Excellence Chairwoman, I am responsible for helping our chapter maintain our overall GPA, working with new members through study hours, setting up tutoring groups, providing academic resources, and planning events and GPA celebrations! I am a friend and a support system to all of our members for all things school and class related! Why Phi Mu? I fell in love with the heart of this chapter and genuine sisterhood that is just exemplified in every aspect of this place! This chapter is filled with the most incredible women all of whom push me to grow and become the best version of myself in every way. Phi Mu has given me a home away from home, my best friends, and countless opportunities in service and leadership that I will be forever thankful for!
Jacquelynn Horsey
HONOR CHAIRMAN
Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas Major: Biomedical engineering Position: As Alpha Beta’s honor chairwoman, I serve as the chairwoman of the honor committee and supervise the execution of the honor process. I communicate with the honor policy advisor regarding any concerns that may arise during honor committee meetings and ensure that the honor committee is following the Phi Mu process and the bylaws of the chapter. The basis of the Phi Mu honor policy is to support members in achieving their personal best. It is a process that centers on accountability and personal development. As honor chairwoman, I get to meet with women of the chapter and guide them step by step through the process. Why Phi Mu? Going into recruitment I thought I knew what I wanted. That could not have been further from the truth. I chose Phi Mu because my conversations with them did not feel scripted. I felt like I was free to be goofy, silly, and nerdy when I was around Phi Mus. The women I have met here have ensured me that I made the right choice. I am constantly pushed to be better than I was yesterday but reassured that I am enough. On days when being in a leadership position feels overwhelming , the women in this chapter show me nothing but love and support.
Abbey Edwards
DIRECTOR OF HARM AND RISK PREVENTION
Hometown: Jonesboro, Arkansas Major: Psychology Minor: Social Work and Legal Studies Position: I am the helping hand for any members mentally or physically. My job is to ensure all members are safe throughout their time as Phi Mu’s! Why Phi Mu? I chose Phi Mu because I immediately felt at home the first time I walked through the doors of the Alpha Beta Chapter. I was welcomed with open arms by every member, who seemed genuinely proud to be a part of this sisterhood. Every Woman I came into contact with during recruitment held themselves with such grace and kindness, that I couldn’t chose any other chapter but Phi Mu.
Samantha Nowaski
HOUSE MANAGER
Hometown: Katy, Texas Major: Communication Disorders and Sciences Minor: Human Development and Family Sciences Position: I am the Property Chairwoman/ House Manager, I am in charge of all things Mu Mansion! I serve as a liaison between the members of the chapter and House Corporation. I mainly work with Momma D, Chef Carrie, and other members in the chapter to make sure that everything in the house is running smoothly! Why Phi Mu? I went Phi Mu because I felt seen and cared for during rush. I could tell that the girls genuinely cared about each other and about me. Phi Mu was a fun in environment and it was the only place I could see myself. My sisters continue to remind me each day why I chose Phi Mu!
