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Leadership

2012

Elizabeth Kunjummen, President

President

Elizabeth Kunjummen

Elizabeth is Junior, studying Cell and Molecular Biology and French. She also studies Facebook assiduously. She gets excited about health and community development as well as quality ensembles like Arts Chorale. This is her fourth semester with AC, and can't imagine one without it! Her job is to tend to the choir's organizational well-being, and make sure everyone is having fun. or else. Feel free to direct any general or specific questions about the choir to her at , or . In addition to singing, Elizabeth enjoys food, weather and all her lovely friends.

Jeff Zuschlag, Vice-President

Vice-President

Jeff Zuschlag

Jeff is a junior in the RC. He is an English major with a concentration in Creative Writing, and will mostly likely tack on a German minor as well. When he's not singing in Arts Chorale, Jeff enjoys writing stories, drawing cartoons, hanging out with friends, and wasting time (usually on the internet). His life's goal is to become a published novelist some day. Or a Superhero. Whichever one ends up working out. As Vice President of Arts Chorale, Jeff is primarily in charge of recruiting and publicity. If you ever need/want to contact him, drop him a line at .

Secretary

Rebecca Chen

Treasurer

Gert Wallis

Music Manager

Sarah Goslin


2011

John Niesen, President

President

John Niesen

John Niesen is a senior in the College of Engineering. He is majoring in Aerospace Engineering, and hopes to also complete an LSA Music minor. He has been in Arts Chorale every semester he has been at the University, and has no plan to end that trend. Outside of Arts Chorale, John enjoys playing his guitar, singing, and hanging out with his friends, but is more likely to be found working on homework or working in a variety of capacities with the RC players. As President, John's job is to ensure that everything in choir and the executive board runs smoothly. If you need to reach John, or have any choir-related concern, question, or information please email him at .

Jeff Zuschlag, Vice-President

Vice-President

Jeff Zuschlag

Jeff is a junior in the RC. He is an English major with a concentration in Creative Writing, and will mostly likely tack on a German minor as well. When he's not singing in Arts Chorale, Jeff enjoys writing stories, drawing cartoons, hanging out with friends, and wasting time (usually on the internet). His life's goal is to become a published novelist some day. Or a Superhero. Whichever one ends up working out. As Vice President of Arts Chorale, Jeff is primarily in charge of recruiting and publicity. If you ever need/want to contact him, drop him a line at .

Elizabeth Kunjummen, Secretary

Secretary

Elizabeth Kunjummen

Elizabeth is a junior who will mostly likely continue to study Biochemistry and French, and is planning to be a doctor someday. She joined Arts Chorale Fall 2010, and loved it so much she joined the E-board. As secretary she keeps track of whether or not you come to choir, and mutters names to herself, making sure she knows them all. She would love it if you could email any attendance questions or issues to . When not doing AC related things, she likes unproductive activities like reading and climbing trees and eating yummy food. Also she likes Sporcle. If you have any questions about attendance or T-shirts, or her favorite color, email her at .

Hope Peskin-Shepherd, Treasurer

Treasurer

Hope Peskin-Shepherd

Hope is a junior in LSA and this is her fourth semester in Arts Chorale. She is majoring in BBCS (Brain, Behavior, and Cognitive Sciences) and Spanish, but she really is not sure what she wants to do with this, she just likes brains and hopes to be bilingual. When Hope is not in Arts Chorale you may find her procrastinating, watching tv or movies, hanging out with friends, or unfortunately doing homework. She is also in PSP, an honors fraternity, and a new club called AfricAid. As treasurer she is in charge of all choir finances and member dues. If you have any questions regarding dues, or need to contact Hope for any reason, email her at .

Minhdzuy Khorami, Music Manager

Music Manager

Minhdzuy Khorami

Minhdzuy is a senior Communication Studies major in LSA. Armed with only a rudimentary understanding of what that means, he plans to be a TV Writer in LA. In all likelihood, he will end up forgetting you, the little people, when he makes it big. Minhdzuy joined Arts Chorale the Winter 2009 semester and immediately became obsessed with the group, attending far too many AC activities (ACtivities) and periodically stalking the former E-board. He’s also from DC, evidenced by his unconditional love for the Washington Redskins. When not Arts Choraling or going into shock about his team’s most recent win, Minhdzuy enjoys writing for "Real People," watching obscene amounts of television, and drowning foods in all levels of hot sauce. He is in charge of keeping track of music, passing out folders, and buying pretty flowers. Though he can be reached with a special flare gun that only displays colors outside of the visible spectrum, you can also email him at if you have any questions.

Jen Romberg, Historian

Historian

Jen Romberg

Jen is a junior studying German and Political Science. She's from Phildelphia, PA, and is a die-hard Flyers, Phillies, and Eagles fan! Jen loves Michigan hockey and football. She is a big fan of musicals, as well as dancing. Jen also really enjoys watching Law and Order: SVU with her roommate and Hope. In her spare time, you can find her napping, watching Center Stage, or eating at Sedako. Feel free to contact her at if you have any questions about what the historian does or how you can help!

Jason Rho, Webmaster

Webmaster

Jason Rho

Jason is a junior from Walled Lake, MI, studying Informatics (Social Computing) and Spanish, and this is his 4th semester in Arts Chorale. He spends his free time playing his guitar, bass, and sometimes his cello, writing various styles of music, staying up late for no reason, and rapping. He also loves to devour burritos from Panchero's, watch a lot of quality TV shows, hang out with friends, and of course, sing. Jason is also in charge of updating the website, so shoot him an email at if you have any comments or concerns regarding this site (or want to collaborate on a rap with him).


2010

Stuart Zeltzer, President

President

Stuart Zeltzer

Stuart is a senior in LSA. He is a double concentrator in Microbiology and Spanish, with the intention of pursuing a career in the field of medicine. Outside of Arts Chorale, Stuart spends his time working on medical school applications, playing sports, researching, attending U of M hockey games and chilling in The Red House. As President, Stuart's job is to ensure that everything in choir and the executive board runs smoothly. If you need to reach Stuart, or have any choir-related concern, question, or information please email him at .

John Niesen, Vice-President

Vice-President

John Niesen

John Niesen is a senior in the College of Engineering. He is majoring in Aerospace Engineering, and hopes to also complete an LSA Music minor. He has been in Arts Chorale every semester he has been at the University, and has no plan to end that trend. Outside of Arts Chorale, John enjoys playing his guitar, singing, and hanging out with his friends, but is more likely to be found working on homework or working in a variety of capacities with the RC players. John is in charge of all publicity and recruitment for the choir. If you need to reach John for any reason whatsoever you can do so at .

Mo Stych, Secretary

Secretary

Maureen Stych

Maureen (or Mo, as nearly everyone calls her), is a History of Art major and enthusiast of beautiful things. As Secretary of Arts Chorale, Mo (happily) learns everyone's names so she can take attendance at practice. She is also in charge of organizing carpools and t-shirt purchasing, which caters nicely to her love of road trips and designing t-shirts. On campus, she designs pages for The Michigan Daily newspaper, and works as an intern at the University Musical Society in the Programming Department. When she isn't singing with the AC (a rare sight, indeed), Mo is usually designing postcards, running, taking pictures, trying to figure out her future, or doing Will Shortz's crosswords. Questions? Email Mo at .

Katie Holden, Treasurer

Treasurer

Katie Holden

Katie is a junior in LSA and is majoring in Math. When she’s not singing with Arts Chorale, Katie enjoys hanging out with friends, procrastination, watching movies and just moseying around campus. However, the moseying often leads her to the grad library where you can find her studying most frequently. This is her third semester in Arts Chorale, and she is in charge of all member dues, AC finances, and fund raisers. If you have any questions you can reach her at .

Minhdzuy Khorami, Music Manager

Music Manager

Minhdzuy Khorami

Minhdzuy is a junior in LSA and majoring in Communication Studies. Though he doesn’t know what that means, he aspires to be a TV Writer. He promises not to forget you, the little people, when he makes it big. Minhdzuy joined Arts Chorale the Winter 2009 semester and immediately became obsessed with the group, attending far too many AC activities (ACtivities) and periodically stalking the former E-board. He’s also from DC, evidenced by his unconditional love for the Washington Redskins. When not Arts Choraling or crying about his team’s most recent loss, Minhdzuy enjoys writing for the RC Players, watching obscene amounts of television, and correcting various pronunciations of his name. He is in charge of keeping track of music, passing out folders, and buying pretty flowers. Though he can be reached with a special frequency whistle, you can also email him at if you have any questions.

Baylee Corcoran, Historian

Historian

Baylee Corcoran

Baylee is a junior in LSA with a major in English and French, along with a Korean Studies minor. She recently transferred from Loyola University Chicago, and while she misses the city, she loves Ann Arbor! When she is not in Arts Chorale or talking with previous AC alums, she volunteers at a first grade classroom, takes walks with her dog Coltrane, and dances to 70's music. She is so excited about the upcoming semester, so feel free to contact her at if you have any questions about what the historian does or how you can help!

Daniel Cox, Webmaster

Webmaster

Daniel Cox

Daniel is a senior in Mechanical Engineering and hopes to acquire a Masters degree before leaving the University - mostly so that he can stay in Arts Chorale for an extra year. After attaining his graduate degree, he will require everyone to call him "Master Cox" with a British accent. Until then, however, calling him "Dan" will suffice. On the rare occasion that he is not singing with Arts Chorale, he can be found on stage (or behind the scenes or writing) with the RC Players, or playing with his guitar and writing ridiculous songs in the Arb when it's not too chilly. Dan is also in charge of updating the website, so shoot him an email at if you have any comments or concerns regarding this site.


2009

Codi Sharp, President

President

Codi Sharp

Codi is a junior in LSA. She's majoring in the Program in the Environment and currently completely unsure of how she wants to apply this degree. When she's not singing with Arts Chorale, Codi is leading an SLC study group for CHEM 215, splashing in mud puddles, jumping rope to the Beatles, or saving the planet. She started singing with AC freshman year, and hopes that you will join too! As President, Codi's job is to ensure that everything in choir and the executive board runs smoothly. If you need to reach Codi, or have any choir-related concern, question, or information please email her at .

Lauren Rajewski, Vice-President

Vice-President

Lauren Rajewski

Lauren is a junior in the College of Engineering. Arts Chorale rehearsal is her favorite part of the week, and now she handles all publicity and advertising for choir recruitment and concerts. Outside of Arts Chorale, you can probably find her hanging out with her friends or shopping, but more realistically studying in the UGLi. Want to know more about the choir? Even better, do you like singing AND passing out quarter-sheets? Email Lauren at .

Mo Stych, Secretary

Secretary

Maureen Stych

Maureen (or Mo, as nearly everyone calls her), is an undeclared LSA junior leaning towards Pre-Med and/or History of Art. As Secretary of Arts Chorale, Mo is (happily) learning everyone's names so she can take attendance at practice. She is also in charge of organizing carpools and t-shirt purchasing, which she undertakes with enthusiasm, as she enjoys road trips and designing t-shirts. On campus, she is Co-Managing Design Layout and Design Editor at The Michigan Daily Newspaper, and a Photographer at the Michiganensian Yearbook. When she isn't singing with the AC (a rare sight, indeed), Mo is usually writing letters, designing postcards, watching "Law & Order" or "House," taking pictures, or doing Will Shortz's crosswords. Questions? Email Mo at .

Carrie Schalm, Treasurer

Treasurer

Carrie Schalm

Carrie is a senior in LSA and is majoring in Financial Math with a minor in Musicology. Outside Arts Chorale, Carrie enjoys playing piano, watching The Office reruns, and doing community service through APO. This is her fourth semester in Arts Chorale, and she is in charge of all choir finances and member dues. E-mail her at if you have any questions regarding dues or any other AC information, fiscal or otherwise.

John Niesen, Music Manager

Music Manager

John Niesen

John Niesen is a junior in the College of Engineering. He is majoring in Aerospace Engineering, and hopes to also complete an LSA Music minor. He has been in Arts Chorale every semester he has been at the University, and would like to continue that trend. Outside of Arts Chorale, John enjoys playing his guitar, singing, and hanging out with his friends. John is in charge of passing out and collecting music. If you need to reach John for any reason whatsoever you can do so at .

Caleb Heyman, Historian

Historian

Caleb Heyman

Caleb is a junior english and history major from Ardsley, New York, just outside of New York City. This is his third semester in AC. He joined because he has always wanted sing outside of his shower and car, but never took the initiative to join a choir. He's really excited to have a leadership position; he can't wait to get to know everyone better. He spends most of his studying hours at Espresso on State Street, so if anyone has a choir-history emergency (of which he's sure there will be many) that is the most likely place to find him. If, for whatever reason, you can't find him at Espresso, send him an email at . He's looking forward to serving you all!

Daniel Cox, Webmaster

Webmaster

Daniel Cox

Daniel is a junior in Mechanical Engineering and hopes to acquire a Masters degree before leaving the University - mostly so that he can stay in Arts Chorale for an extra year. After attaining his graduate degree, he will require everyone to call him "Master Cox" with a British Accent. Until then, however, calling him "Dan" will suffice. On the rare occasion that he is not singing with Arts Chorale, he can be found on stage (or behind the scenes or writing) with the RC Players, or playing with his guitar and writing ridiculous songs in the Arb when it's not too chilly. Dan is also in charge of updating the website, so shoot him an email at if you have any comments or concerns regarding this site.


2008

Rachel Kay, President

President

Rachel Kay

Rachel is a senior in LSA. She's a Psychology major interested in pursuing a doctorate in clinical psychology. Other than Arts Chorale, Rachel is involved in the APO, SHARE, and from time to time she stops by the psychoanalytic club. She enjoys chatting online, playing spider solitaire (embarrassing), hanging with friends, forcing herself to go to the CCRB, partying and singing with Arts Chorale :). She has been in AC since freshman year, and hopes that you will join too! Rachel's job is to ensure that everything in choir and the executive board runs smoothly. If you need to reach Rachel, or have any choir-related concern, question, or information please email her at .

Colleen McCain, Vice-President

Vice-President

Colleen McClain

Colleen is a senior in LSA Honors, double majoring in Political Science and Communication Studies. Arts Chorale rehearsal has been her favorite part of the week since freshman year, and now she handles all publicity and advertising for choir recruitment and concerts. If she's not singing or studying, you can probably find her salsa dancing, hosting a movie night, or dreaming up new ideas for AC posters. Want to know more about the choir? Even better, do you like singing AND passing out quarter-sheets? Email Colleen at .

Kausar Hafeez, Secretary

Secretary

Kausar Hafeez

Kausar is a senior in LSA. She's a major in Linguistics and Neuroscience, with a minor in Spanish. She loves singing in AC, but when she isn't doing that, she likes volunteering with kids, playing tennis and hanging out with her friends. Kausar has been in AC since her freshman year, and she is responsible for attendance and t-shirts/sweatshirts. Questions? Email Kausar at .

Nate Chapla, Treasurer

Treasurer

Nate Chapla

Nate is a senior in LSA. Nate has a double concentration in Psychology and Spanish. Nate likes to climb trees, walk around campus, hang out in the Union, watch movies, and sing karaoke. Nate has been in Arts Chorale since his first semester freshman year, and his job is to manage the Arts Chorale finances and to collect dues from choir members. Nate's e-mail is if you have any questions regarding his fiscal duties.

Derek Kauserud, Music Manager

Music Manager

Derek Kauserud

Derek is a sophomore in LSA. He is currently undecided. Outside of Arts Chorale, Derek enjoys playing sports (tennis & soccer preferably), watching good movies, or just hanging out with friends. Derek has played piano for 9 years and has sung in various choirs since his freshman year of high school. His greatest fears include railroad crossings and sharks. If you need to reach Derek please e-mail him at .

Kevin Klinke, Webmaster

Webmaster

Kevin Klinke

Kevin is a sophomore in the College of Engineering. He is majoring in Computer Science and hoping to minor in both Physics and Music through LSA. Along with Arts Chorale, Kevin is also member of the University of Michigan Men's Glee Club. He enjoys acting ridiculous (preferably in public) as well as spending long hours in the basement of the UGLi (just kidding... sort of). If you have any questions (or if you find any errors on the site), contact Kevin at .