Executive Board 2025-2026
Executive Board
President: Edward Olajide
Edward Olajide is a veterinarian with special interest in the Equine species. Edward received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from University of Ilorin, Nigeria. He is currently working toward a doctoral degree in Equine Infectious Diseases focusing on Equine Herpesvirus. He has interests in Infectious Diseases, Internal Medicine, Animal Welfare, and One Health. Outside academia, Edward loves traveling, community outreach, and playing soccer.
Vice President: Marguerite (Maisy) Webster
Maisy Webster is a third-year clinical psychology PhD student. She holds a B.A. in Public Health and Psychology from Johns Hopkins University and a M.S. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Kentucky. Maisy’s research focuses on improving the quality and accessibility of behavioral health services for patients with cancer and other chronic diseases. Outside of work, Maisy enjoys running, traveling, and spending time with friends and family
Chief of Staff: Deepti Adhikari
Deepti is a doctoral candidate in the Ed.D. Learning Design and Technology program. She holds a bachelor's degree in information communication technology and a master's degree in Instructional Systems Design, both from the University of Kentucky. Her research focuses on how artificial intelligence is shaping nursing workflows and influencing the healthcare industry. Beyond her academic work, Deepti enjoys cooking, reading, drawing comics, and tackling creative DIY projects.
Secretary: Vacant
Treasurer: Vacant
Institutional Affairs Officer: Megan Hall
Megan E. Hall is a PhD student and Graduate Teaching Assistant in the Department of Sociology. Prior to coming to UK, she earned bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and Plant Biology from North Carolina State University (2020) and a master’s degree in Appalachian Studies from Appalachian State University (2023). In her doctoral work, she is developing a theory of interlocking disasters to help understand how communities respond to repeated instances of catastrophe. Megan was born and raised in Candler, NC, and is a first-generation college student from a working-class family. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, thrifting, and spending time with loved ones.
Professional Student Affairs Officer: Vacant
External Affairs Officer: Adrianne Caudill
Adrianne Caudill is a 3rd year PhD student in the Statistics department. Adrianne holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science and Statistics from North Carolina State University and a Master of Science degree in Statistics from University of Kentucky. Outside of school, Adrianne enjoys gardening, reading, and baking.
Student Government Association (SGA) Representative: Riccardo D'Amato
Riccardo Paolo D'Amato is a PhD candidate in the Department of History. His research focuses on the intertwining of environmental and political histories, tracking the 20th century developments of water infrastructure and water pollution within Appalachian Kentucky. Outside academia, Paolo enjoys staying active with nature. He enjoys swimming, hiking, soccer, and generally being outdoors. He also volunteers his time with groups working for the betterment of the human and more-than-human communities within the region he loves, such as Kentucky Riverkeeper and LiKEN.
