meet the exec team

Ella Giesecke

Hello hello!! My name is Ella Giesecke, and I'm a senior pursuing dual degrees in Sociolgy and Marketing on the pre-law track from Pittsburgh. PA. Despite being from out of state, I always say I was 'born a Buckeye' to a very Ohio State passionate family- it only made sense for me to attend this incredible school. I joined SAC at the beginning of my freshman year, and the rest truly is history. I feel so incredibly lucky to have grown along with this organization, going from Recruitment Program-Coordinator, to Director of Member Selection, to closing out my chapter in SAC as president. I feel so incredibly lucky to be working with the most incredible Executive team this year, working together to find creative ways to connect Buckeyes past, present, and future. I am so beyond excited to spend my last year in this special organization finding ways to move SAC forward, creating connections that will last a lifetime. Go bucks!

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President
Abe Miniato

Hello! I’m Abe Miniato, a senior majoring in Consumer and Family Financial Services on the CFP® track. I’m from Dublin, Ohio and I’m really excited to serve as SAC’s Chief of Staff this year. I’m looking forward to bringing my passion for building relationships, creating community, and supporting others to an organization that has meant so much to me during my time at Ohio State. SAC has been one of the best parts of my college experience. It’s where I’ve met some of my closest friends and made a lot of great memories. I’m excited to work with this amazing Exec team to make this year a great one for our members while helping SAC connect Buckeyes past, present, and future so everyone can feel like a Buckeye for life.

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Chief of Staff
Ben Mormino

Hey Buckeyes! I’m Ben Mormino, a junior from Hudson, Ohio, majoring in Finance with a minor in Public Policy. Being part of SAC has been one of the most amazing parts of my college experience. We are a community that fosters belonging and connection, bringing together Buckeyes who are passionate about leadership, service, and making a difference. Built on friendship, our members create a lasting impact on the Buckeye community while building meaningful relationships with one another. As VP of Membership, my goal is to ensure that every member has the best experience possible while feeling genuinely invested in our mission. Our members not only find a place where they belong, but also actively build authentic connections and create meaningful programs together!

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VP of Membership
Nicholas Lai

Hello there! My name is Nicholas Lai, a senior majoring in Finance & Accounting. I am from Chagrin Falls, Ohio and I am super exctied to be SAC's next Vice President of Finance! Joining SAC has been amazing, and I have been so blessed in meeting some of my greatest mentors and closest friends in this organization. I've made some of the best memories and this organization has been nothing but special! I want to bring my passion for finance, my desire to build community & connections, and my love for Ohio State, to not only build on past VP's work, but to bring new innovative ideas into this role. I'm excited for the upcoming year, and I hope I can help others feel the same joy I've felt here as a Buckeye!

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VP of Finance
Serin Arikan

Hi! My name is Serin Arikan and I’m from Cleveland, Ohio. I’m a junior majoring in Microbiology with a minor in Music on the pre-med track in the Honors Program. As the daughter of two Buckeyes, I always knew I’d find a home away from home at OSU. Coming into my third year in this organization, I’ve seen how meaningful student-alumni connections can shape someone’s college experience and future. Through AO’s programming, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for this committee, organization, and university as a whole while helping connect students past, present, and future. Inspired by the passion within my committee, I look forward to serving as a mentor for our members as Vice President of Alumni Outreach while upholding our commitment to our mission, vision, and values. This committee has meant so much to me, as a Buckeye and beyond, so I am honored to carry forward the amazing legacy those before us have built here at The Ohio State University!

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VP of Alumni Outreach
Larissa Zukor

Hi! My name is Larissa Zukor, and I'm a fourth-year Strategic Communication student from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Coming to Ohio State from out of state meant taking a leap into the unknown, but SAC quickly became the place that made such a big campus feel personal. It has introduced me to people who have become mentors, friends, and some of my biggest supporters. Through every event, tradition, and conversation, I've grown not only in my love for Ohio State but also in my confidence as a leader. I'm excited for the opportunity to help shape that experience for others!

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VP of Inclusion and Belonging
Christine Rocco

Hi Buckeyes! My name is Christine Rocco, and I'm a junior studying Finance and Psychology from Cleveland, Ohio. I am super excited to serve as this year's Vice President of Student Engagement and give back to the organization that has given me so much. Since joining as a freshman, I’ve built meaningful friendships with people who inspire me, and have stepped into leadership positions that have challenged me to think bigger. In this role, I hope to create events and experiences that make the students, staff, and Columbus community love and cherish Ohio State as much as I do. I encourage you to explore all of the wonderful events we have planned and get engaged! You might be surprised how quickly a place as big as Ohio State can begin to feel like home.

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VP of Student Engagement
Sofia Lujan

Hi! My name is Sofia Lujan, and I am a junior from Chihuahua, Mexico, majoring in Public Policy Analysis with minors in Business, Public Management, and French. Since joining SAC, I’ve found lifelong friends who have become family and a community that made Ohio State feel like home. Surrounded by driven, passionate people, I discovered my passion for marketing and communications while being challenged to grow into a more confident leader. As VP of Marketing and Communications, I’m excited to capture the moments that bring us together as Buckeyes and share the stories that make SAC such a special place.

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VP of Marketing and Communications

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