Meet the Directors

Daniela Beltran-Hernandez, Alumni

Hey everyone! I’m a sophomore from Burlington, WI majoring in Neurobiology, and I am this semester’s Director of Alumni. My favorite thing in the world is food and netflix, however I do thoroughly enjoy all types of volunteering which is what encouraged me to join APO. This is my fourth semester in APO and my goal would be to establish meaningful with relationships with the alumni!

Contact Daniela at apo.bt.alumni@gmail.com

Nicole Conforti, Apparel

Hi everyone! My name is Nicole (the one of the left!) and I'm the director for apparel this semester. I’m a senior this year! I’m majoring in Legal Studies in hopes of being a Paralegal and eventually specializing in Human Rights. In my free time, I’m either at Sencha Tea Bar doing homework or hanging out with my friends! I joined APO because I really enjoy volunteering and I have gotten close to so many brothers— everyone is so nice! My favorite event is either St. Vinny’s Food Pantry or the Children’s Museum. Feel free to contact me with any questions or ideas!

Contact Nicole at apo.bt.apparel@gmail.com

Emily Schroeder, Conference

Hey everyone, my name is Emily Schroeder. I am from Plymouth, MN. This is my seventh semester in APO and I will be serving as conference director. Attending conference is what made me want to become really involved in APO, so what better way to finish off my time in APO. I am a senior studying molecular biology and global health with intentions of going to med school. I enjoy volunteering in my community. If I can manage to find any free time I’ll either be sleeping or binge-watching Netflix. Feel free to email me if you have any questions or want to chat!

Contact Emily at apo.bt.conferencedirector@gmail.com

Alexa Schnittka, Families

I'm Alexa Schnittka from Muskego, WI and I'm a freshman majoring in Kinesiology. I joined APO in the fall of 2017 to get more involved in helping the Madison community and meeting people with that similar mindset. My favorite part has been getting to know my brothers and the variety of events we have planned. For fun I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and skiing and enjoy playing soccer.

Lena Stojiljkovic, Fellowship

Hey guys, I’m Lena and I am serving as your Director of Fellowship this semester. I was born and raised in Elmhurst, Illinois but now my family lives in Chicago. I’m a sophomore currently studying music education looking to double major in history. In my free time I love to search the internet for new music and I love watching funny Instagram videos. I joined APO fall semester 2017. I heard about the organization through a friend in a summer school class and the service opportunities stuck out to me as I’ve always wanted to help out in the community. My favorite part of the organization is the weekly meetings because they’re where every brother takes time out of their busy schedules to incorporate APO into them and it’s a nice place to see all your brothers in one room together.

Kaylie Dymek, Finance

Hi everyone! My name is Kaylie Dymek and I am the Director of Finance this semester. I am a pre-business major and I pledged APO in the spring of 2017. I joined APO as a way to give back to the community and meet new friends. I love the fellowship events with brothers as well as volunteering at St. Vinnys. In my free time I also enjoy playing on the club softball team on campus.

Contact Kaylie at apo.bt.fundraising@gmail.com

Emily Damsen, Formal

Hiya! My name’s Emily and this semester I’m your director of formal! I’m a freshman from a suburb outside of Columbus, Ohio and currently am pre-business specifically looking into marketing (but let’s be honest, that’s very subject to change). I joined APO because I have a passion for volunteering and giving back to the community, and I loved the idea of doing that with a group of people who share the same passion. I really want formal to be super amazing and fun this semester, so if you have any ideas please contact me! I’m always open for suggestions :)

Hannah Reich, Fundraising

Hey guys! My name is Hannah and I will be your director of fundraising! I'm a sophomore from Oakdale, Minnesota and I am planing on majoring in Statistics and Actuarial Science. I joined APO because I was looking for a student org to volunteer with and meet awesome people! My favorite part of APO is volunteering at the Children's museum and bonding with my fellow brothers. When I'm not busy with APO, I dance with the student dance org, Optima Dance. If you have any ideas or questions about fundraisers feel free to contact me!

Bri Buchmann, Historian

Hi all! My name is Bri and I will be one of your Historian this semester! I am currently a senior studying Kinesiology: Exercise and Movement Science to pursue a career in the medical field someday. I grew up in a small town near Hartford, Wisconsin and am dedicated to all Wisconsin sports with a special love for the Badgers! I like to stay active and busy by enjoying the outdoors especially in the summer. This is my third semester with APO and I have learned and gained so much from this amazing organization. My main reason for joining was to have a variety of options for volunteering but through this experience I have grown closer with many of my brothers. I am looking forward to updating all the social media this semester! Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or ideas!

Contact Bri at apo.bt.archive@gmail.com

Claire Anderson, Pledge Relations

Hey all! I'm Claire, I'm from Wauwatosa, WI and I am so excited to be one of the directors of Pledge Relations this semester. I am a Freshman majoring in Retailing and Consumer Behavior. I joined APO this last semester, I am passionate about volunteering and I love that APO gives me the ability to volunteer within the community with friends! Contact me if you have any questions!

Contact Claire at apo.bt.archive@gmail.com

Julia Framstad, Pledge Relations

Hi everybody, name is Julia! I am one of your Pledge Relations directors this semester; so I will be coordinating the big-little reveal with my own little, Claire! I am currently a sophomore studying pre-nursing. I joined APO my second semester freshman year because who doesn't love making new friends?? This is my third semester in APO & #noragrets! You can catch me at college lib 99% of the time. I love old people & strawberry ice cream & that pretty much sums up me. I can't wait to become BFFs with all of you!

Contact Julia at apo.bt.pledgerelations@gmail.com

Caitlyn Neider, Rush and Retention

Hey bros! My name is Caitlyn Neider and I will be one of the rush and retention directors this semester. I am currently a junior from Madison, WI, majoring in Interior Architecture with a Certificate in Business. This is my third semester in APO and I joined to make new friends and be able to volunteer with fellow UW students. In my free time some of my favorite things to do are watch Netflix (some of my favorites are, Stranger Things, The Office, and Black Mirror), bake things I see on Pinterest, and dance. I have been a dancer since I was five years old, and it has always been a big part of my life. I absolutely love being a part of Alpha Phi Omega, and I am here to answer any questions you have!

Sydney Watson, Rush and Retention

Hey guys! My name is Sydney Watson and I am one of the Rush and Retention directors for this semester. I am a junior from Westwood, New Jersey, a suburb twenty-five minutes from New York City. I am majoring in Human Development and Family Studies with Certificates in Gerontology and Global Health. After finishing my undergrad, I plan to go to nursing school. In my free time I enjoy going to Badger games, watching Netflix, and hanging out with friends. I joined APO my sophomore year, Fall of 2016. I have always loved volunteering, and my roommate made me come to the meeting with her, but nevertheless, it was a great decision to join and I am so grateful I did. My favorite parts about APO is being able to get involved on campus and in the community, and all the amazing friendships I have made. I look forward to meeting all of you!

Lizzie Goodwin, Scouting

Hey bros. My name is Lizzie and I am the director of scouting this semester! I am currently a sophomore majoring in Retailing and Consumer Behavior with a certificate in Entrepreneurship. This is my third semester in APO and I joined because I love to volunteer. Along with APO, I am also a part of Badger Volunteers. In my free time, I like to run, knit, hang out with friends and my mom, and buy new succulents (my obsession). Feel free to reach out with any questions or ideas for APO to get more involved with the Boy Scouts!

Contact Lizzie at egoodwin3@wisc.edu

Jenny Krengiel, Secretary

Hi Everyone! My name is Jenny and I will be your secretary director this semester. I am a junior from Arlington Heights, Illinois, which is a suburb of Chicago. I am majoring in rehabilitation psychology, and plan to go to graduate school for occupational therapy. In my free time, I like to keep busy attending all Badger sporting events, Cubs games, country music concerts, and watching the sunset by the terrace with my friends. I joined APO in the Fall of 2016 because I wanted to get involved on campus, and have always liked helping others. My favorite part of APO are all of the cool fellowships we do like apple picking, ice skating, and more! Feel free to contact me with any questions regarding attendance or APO in general. Looking forward to a great semester!

Contact Jenny at apo.bt.secretary@gmail.com

Julia Dziubinski, Special Events

Hey everyone, I’m Julia and I am the Director of Special Events for this semester! I’m from a small town called Wind Lake, which is about 30 minutes southwest of Milwaukee. As a junior, I’m majoring in Biology and Gender and Women’s Studies, and I am getting a certificate in global health. My goal is to get my Masters of Public Health and continue onto medical school. In my free time, I like to cook, watch movies, and hang out with friends! I joined APO this past fall because I wanted more volunteer opportunities and a chance to become more engaged in the community. My favorite part so far has been getting to know an awesome group of people and help our community with them.

Erin Kaufmann, Youth Services

Hi! I’m Erin and I will be your Director of Youth Services this semester! I am a junior from Jupiter, Florida and I am double majoring in Biology and Economics. In my free time, I like watch Netflix, hangout with my friends and go to Badger games! This is my second semester in APO and I first joined for more volunteering opportunities. Through this experience I have been able to give back to the community and meet a great group of people.

Contact Erin at apo.bt.youthservices@gmail.com

Meet Our Directors