Student Foundation’s Board Members
The Student Foundation Board Members guide the direction of the Student Foundation through event planning and management of outlets like development, membership within SF, social media, and more. Each Board member leads a team of committee members that assist and execute SF’s four traditional events. The Board Members aim to create lifelong memories for the SMU campus community.
Campus events chair | Isabella Drone
Isabella Drone is a sophomore from Houston, Texas. She is majoring in Finance and minoring in Law and Legal Reasoning. She previously served as the Food Coordinator for the Campus Events Committee in the 2024 calendar year!
Around campus, Isabella is also a member of Chi Omega Iota Alpha, Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity, and Pre-Law Scholars.
In her free time, Isabella enjoys trying new restaurants, going to SoulCycle, and being with her friends!
Communications chair | Emma Islava
Emma Islava is a sophomore from Palos Verdes, California, majoring in Business Management with a minor in Sport Management. She previously served as the Social Media Assistant and Photographer and is now serving as the Communications Chair.
When she’s not posting content, Emma is either playing for the SMU Women’s Club Volleyball team (and running their socials, of course), a member of Chi Omega, or finding the next best spot to eat with friends.
In her free time, she’s a big fan of long walks, good food, competitive sports, and listening to an extensive amount of music.
Content Chair | Kelsey Meehan
Kelsey Meehan is a junior from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is studying Real Estate Finance with a minor in Spanish. She previously served as the Entertainment Coordinator for Campus Events for the 2024 calendar year.
In addition to her role as Content Chair, Kelsey is an Analyst in RISE, a Real Estate Private Equity program through the Folsom Institute for Real Estate, and a member of the Undergraduate Real Estate Club.
In her free time, Kelsey enjoys Katy Trail Walks, traveling, trying new restaurants in Dallas, and cooking!
Homecoming chair | Tyler Welch
Tyler Welch is a sophomore from Katy, Texas. He is majoring in Sport Management and Journalism with minors in Statistical Science, History, and English. He previously served as the Homecoming Philanthropy Coordinator.
Outside of SF, Tyler is the Vice President of the Sports Business Society and writes for the Daily Campus. He will soon become an RA at Boaz Commons, where he serves as an Intramural Captain!
In his free time, Tyler loves watching his Yankees or Texans play, going on runs, or watching movies.
Family Weekend Chair | Alex Romig
Alex Romig is a junior from Castle Rock, Colorado. She is majoring in Sociology and Pre-Law, with a minor in Law and Legal Reasoning. She previously served as a committee member for the 2023 Homecoming and as the Night on the Lawn Chair for Family Weekend in the 2024 calendar year!
In addition to her role as Family Weekend Chair, Alex serves as president of the SMU Women’s Soccer Club team and as a member of Phi Chi Theta, a business fraternity that aims to develop leadership and professional skills. Alex is also a member of Alpha Chi Omega and Alpha Phi Omega, SMU’s service fraternity.
In her free time, Alex enjoys reading, hiking, and spending time with her friends!
Tate Lecture Chair | Jazmin Darjean
Jazmin Darjean is a sophomore from Grand Prairie, Texas. She is studying Psychology and Business Management with a minor in Spanish. She previously served on the 2024 Family Weekend Committee as the Welcome to the Hilltop/Inside Look Coordinator.
In addition to her role as the Tate Lecture Chair, Jazmin serves as a Pre-Major Senator, works as a Student Ambassador, and sits on the Vice President of Student Affairs Student Advisory Board.
In her free time, Jazmin enjoys working out, playing volleyball, cooking, and watching movies!
Membership chair | Zoe Moeller
Zoe Moeller is a sophomore from Springfield, Missouri. She is pursuing a double major in Business Management and Earth Science with a concentration in Environmental Studies. She previously served as the Director of Graphics for the 2024 calendar year.
In addition to her role as Membership Chair, Zoe is a student ambassador for SMU and a Delta Gamma member.
In her free time, Zoe loves spending time outside, exploring Dallas with her friends, and listening to music.
Development Chair | Grayson hydinger
Grayson Hydinger is a freshman from Birmingham, Alabama, studying Mechanical Engineering with minors in Math, Spanish, and Business.
Outside of SF, Grayson serves on the SMU Student Senate and is a Theta Tau professional fraternity member.
In his free time, Grayson enjoys playing racket sports, spending time with friends, working out, and watching (and rewatching) sitcoms!