Chapter Consultants

Each year, a wonderful group of volunteers represent Sigma Alpha Sorority at the regional level. These Chapter Consultants su successful operations of the collegiate chapters. Join us in welcoming the new Chapter Consultants and welcoming the returnin

Jennifer graduated from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls in 2014 with a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture business with an emphasis in animal science. She was an active member of the Beta Zeta Chapter. She works for CHS as a commodity merchandiser and volunteers on the University of Wisconsin— River Falls campus with students, many of whom are Sigma Alpha sisters, prepare for internships and full-time job interviews. She loves anything agriculture related, exercising and being outside.

Bryn graduated from Kansas State University in December 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics. She grew up in Hiawatha, Kansas on a 6th generation family farm, which led to her research interest in commodity markets. She was an active member of the Alpha Omega Chapter and served on the executive board. She has completed two grain merchandising internships and her master’s degree in agricultural economics at Kansas State. She recently accepted a position with the Economic Research Service (USDA) in Kansas City, Missouri.

Katelyn grew up on a hobby farm in De Pere, WI and developed an interest in agriculture and leadership through 4-H and FFA. She graduated in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Wisconsin– River Falls, and earned a master’s degree from South Dakota State University. Katelyn was an active member of the Beta Zeta chapter and served as treasurer for two years. She is active with the University of Wisconsin—River Falls alumnae chapter, where she serves as membership chair. She currently works at Iowa State University as a lecturer in the animal science dept.

Michelle is an alumna of the Beta Eta Chapter at Auburn University where she received an undergraduate degree in Agricultural Communications, follow by a master degree in Agricultural Communications at a distance from Texas Tech University. Membership & Communications Director for the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association, a role she has held for three years. She is a freelance journalist, writing articles for AgDaily,  ActionHub  free time, she enjoys spending time outside kayaking, hiking, traveling, or playing disc golf with her husband. 

Abbie is a 2021 graduate from Cornell University with a degree in Animal Science, a minor in Education, and a focus in dairy management. She was an active member of the Alpha Psi chapter during her collegiate tenure, serving as the 2nd Vice President and President. She grew up in Central New York on a small dairy farm, and in her spare time she enjoys running, hiking, and spending time with friends, family, and dogs! 

Mindy graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2019 with a bachelor Resources with a focus in Fisheries Management. She was a member of the Eta Chapter where she served as President, Historian, and Fundraising chair. Mindy is currently a Wetland Agent and Erosion Control Officer for a municipality and also serves as the Program Coordinator for Connecticut Envirothon. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring new places, going for walks, listening to music and Pilates.

Each year, a wonderful group of volunteers represent Sigma Alpha Sorority at the regional level. These Chapter Consultants support, mentor and guide chapter officers in the performance of their duties to create successful operations of the collegiate chapters. Join us in welcoming the new Chapter Consultants and welcoming the returning consultants!

Michelle is an alumna of the Beta Eta Chapter at Auburn University where she received an undergraduate degree in Agricultural Communications, follow by a master’s degree in Agricultural Communications at a distance from Texas Tech University. Michelle currently serves as the Membership & Communications Director for the Arkansas s Association, a role she has held for three years. She is a freelance journalist, writing articles for  ActionHub  and Ranch House Designs. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outside kayaking, hiking, traveling, or playing disc golf with her husband. 

Abbie is a 2021 graduate from Cornell University with a degree in Animal Science, a minor in Education, and a focus in dairy management. She was an active member of the Alpha Psi chapter during her collegiate tenure, serving as the 2nd Vice President and She grew up in Central New York on a small dairy farm, and in her spare time she enjoys running, hiking, and spending time with friends, family,

Mindy graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources with a focus in Fisheries Management. She was a member of the Eta Chapter where she served as President, Historian, and Fundraising chair. Mindy is currently a Wetland Agent and Erosion Control Officer for a municipality and also serves as the Program Coordinator for Connecticut Envirothon. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring new places, going for walks, listening to music and Born and raised in Goochland County, Virginia, Taylor quickly fell in love with agriculture on her family's cow/calf operation. In May 2021, Taylor graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Animal & Poultry Sciences from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State Universty. While an undergraduate, Taylor was an active member of the Pi Chapter of Sigma Alpha, serving as the chapter President, as well as the Internal Philanthropy Chair. After graduation, Taylor moved to Basalt, Colorado, where she is pursuing her love for the livestock industry and the outdoors. 

Liz Grady earned her Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences Communication from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in May of 2020. She works as a Marketing Coordinator for Midwestern BioAg in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin. As an undergraduate, Liz was very active in Sigma Alpha, having served as President and Public Relations Chair of the Alpha Tau Chapter. Liz is a lover of personal and professional development and can often be found reading books or listening to podcasts. She lives on her family’s small dairy farm in the Madison, Wisconsin area. 

Sam is an alumna of the Beta Chapter at Purdue University where she served as First Vice President her sophomore year and President her senior year. While in school, she was a part of the National Agri-Marketing Team that ranked semi-finalist twice. She also served as an ambassador for the agriculture economics department at Purdue. After graduation, she started working for an equipment dealer full-time in training and employee development.