Officers
Alyssa Upshaw
President
Alyssa is the President of Kappa Upsilon and is a Public Health major. One of her favorite parts of being in ZTA is being surrounded by women who support one another and hold each other accountable. She loves that she has been given the opportunity to guide and uplift these women while supporting them in every way she can. Alyssa is grateful for the chance to lead and help members grow into confident leaders. She is excited to see what this position has in store and what the year will bring for this amazing chapter.
Emma Smith
Vice President of Programming
Emma is the Vice President of Programming for Kappa Upsilon. She is a senior Psychology major with a minor in Public Health. One of her favorite parts of being in ZTA is how it has helped her grow as both a friend and a leader. She is especially grateful for the service opportunities Zeta has provided. Through ZTA, Emma has found a strong community and an inspiring team full of new ideas, and she loves watching those ideas come to life at every event. She is excited to see what this year of service holds for the chapter and her fellow executive board members.
Ivey Bowling
Vice President of Learning and Development
Ivey is Vice President of Learning and Development for Kappa Upsilon. She is a middle grades education major with a concentration in social studies. She loves getting to know the younger classes and looks forward to watching them thrive in ZTA. One of her favorite parts about being a ZTA is leading with other women who push her to become a better version of herself. Ivey is excited to grow alongside the new members and all of what the year has to offer!
Ally Shedd
Vice President of Learning and Development
Ally is Vice President of Learning and Development for Kappa Upsilon. She is an Exercise Science major. One of her favorite parts of being in ZTA is the sisterhood and sense of belonging it provides. Ally is passionate about enhancing the new member experience and helping every woman feel valued and supported. She is thankful for the opportunity to serve alongside such an incredible group of women and is excited for all that this year has in store for the chapter.
Madalynn Soper
Vice President of Recruitment
Madalynn Soper is the Vice President of Recruitment for Kappa Upsilon and is a biology major with a chemistry minor on the pre-dental track. She loves Zeta Tau Alpha for the way the chapter has continuously pushed her to become the best version of herself and encouraged her to do things she never thought she could. One of her favorite parts of this role is working alongside her recruitment team to create a welcoming, intentional experience rooted in connection and sisterhood. Madalynn is grateful for the opportunity to give back to the chapter that has shaped her growth and is excited to lead with authenticity, confidence, and heart.
Ella Stover
Vice President of Philanthropy
Ella Stover serves as the Vice President of Philanthropy for Kappa Upsilon. She is deeply passionate about Zeta Tau Alpha’s national philanthropy and is committed to raising awareness and funds for breast cancer education and research. In her role, she loves collaborating with her Think Pink Board to create meaningful, creative, and impactful philanthropy events that bring the chapter together while supporting a cause close to ZTA’s heart. Ella is honored to lead her chapter’s philanthropic efforts and is always motivated to do more for Think Pink.
Annabelle Leonard
Vice President of Finance
Annabelle is the Vice President of Finance for Kappa Upsilon. She is a finance major and has loved applying her financial knowledge to manage chapter budgets and strives to help her sisters feel comfortable asking questions. Zeta has been such an important part of her college experience and has given her so much, so she is so grateful for the opportunity to contribute back to these amazing women!
Alexis King
Vice President of Communications
Alexis is the Vice President of Communications for Kappa Upsilon and is a marketing major. She loves capturing the moments—big and small—that reflect the joy, love, and authenticity of Kappa Upsilon sisterhood. Through Zeta, Alexis has learned how to love people more intentionally, celebrate friendships wholeheartedly, and appreciate the beauty of everyday moments shared with her sisters. She is deeply grateful for the opportunity to encourage and uplift those around her by highlighting the memories that make this chapter so special. Alexis looks forward to continuing to support and celebrate Kappa Upsilon.
Ella Kofke
Vice President of Harm and Reduction
Ella is the Vice President of Harm Reduction for Kappa Upsilon and is a mass communication major. One of her favorite parts of Zeta is the constant encouragement shared among its members. She describes how deeply each sister cares for one another, a bond that is clearly reflected throughout the chapter. Ella is extremely excited for the opportunity to protect the wellbeing and safety of all members, while fostering a secure and supportive environment She can’t wait to see what this year has in store!
Addison Manthey
Vice President of Membership Experience
Addison is the Vice President of Membership Experience for Kappa Upsilon. She is majoring in management with a concentration in human resources. One of the many things she loves about Zeta Tau Alpha is the amazing bond and sisters she now has for life. She loves building unity and keeping tradition through our rituals. Addison looks forward to embracing our nine key values and boosting moral in our chapter!
Jenna Britton
Vice President of Academic Administration
Jenna is the Vice President of Academic Administration for Kappa Upsilon and is a middle grades education major. One of her favorite parts of being a member of Zeta Tau Alpha is being a part of something bigger than herself while growing into a strong leader alongside her best friends. She is excited to serve in this position because it is an incredible opportunity to support and uplift her sisters. They have given her so much, and she is truly grateful for the chance to give back to them!
Armani Ly
Vice President of Administration
Armani Ly is the Vice President of Administration for Kappa Upsilon. She is a mass communications major with a concentration in journalism and a minor in business administration. Armani is passionate about fostering genuine and authentic friendships with her sisters and creating a welcoming environment for everyone. Because of ZTA, she has developed lifelong friendships she will cherish forever. Armani is thankful to have the opportunity to give back to a chapter that has given her so much. She is excited and eager to help Kappa Upsilon grow and continue its long success.
Sara Kate Carmichael
Vice President of Facility Operations
Sara Kate is Vice President of Facility Operations for Kappa Upsilon and is an education major. Zeta Tau Alpha is important to Sara Kate because it has given her strong sense of sisterhood, support, and belonging, and she hopes to continue giving back by making a positive impact within the chapter. Through ZTA, Sara Kate has built meaningful friendships, grown in confidence and leadership, and created memories that she will carry with her for a lifetime.
Avery Mize
Vice President of Campus Relations
Avery Mize is the Vice President of Campus Relations for Kappa Upsilon. Zeta Tau Alpha is important to her because it has given her a strong sense of belonging, leadership, courage, and much more. Avery has grown as a person because of Zeta Tau Alpha, and she hopes to help women in this chapter as well on campus feel the same way. As Vice President of Campus Relations, she is excited to strengthen the chapter’s relationships within the Panhellenic community, promote collaboration among all chapters, and represent ZTA with confidence. She is so excited for this opportunity to help lead such amazing women.