Meet the Executive Board!
Lily Burkhart
President
"Hey everyone! My name is Lily Burkhart and I am so excited to be the president of Alpha Chi Sigma for the 2026 calendar year. I am a junior studying Chemical Engineering with a minor in Chemistry. I rushed in the fall of 2024 and I can confidently say that it was the best decision I’ve made here at Michigan. AXE has introduced me to so many amazing people and opportunities that have completely changed my college experience. I love this community so much and can’t wait to share this experience with new brothers this year! See you all at rush!!"
Email:
[email protected]
Joanne Chow
Vice President
“Hi! My name is Joanne Chow, and I am one of Alpha Chi Sigma’s vice presidents this year. I am a junior majoring in Biomolecular Science on the pre-dental track. After rushing in Fall 2024, I found not only strong academic and professional support through AXΣ, but also some of my closest friends. This community has played a huge role in my personal and academic growth and is foundational in my college experience. I’m incredibly grateful to be part of such a supportive organization where brothers constantly uplift one another, and I’m excited to meet new faces at rush this semester to continue growing our community!”
Email:
[email protected]
Will Pointer
Vice President
“Hey! My name is Will Pointer, and I am excited to be one of Alpha Chi Sigma’s vice presidents this fall! I am a senior majoring in Biology Health and Society on the pre-PA track. I rushed way back as a freshman in the winter of 2024 and in AXΣ I found the fulfilling community that I had been searching for at Michigan. Since then, I have met so many great friends who have been a core part of my undergraduate experience and helped shape my path at the university. I can’t wait to welcome the new pledge class and share all of the
amazing opportunities this fraternity has to offer! ”
Email:
[email protected]
Emmarose Doran
Rush Chair
"Hey! My name is Emmarose Doran, and I am so excited to be your Fall 2026 Rush Chair! I am a junior studying Public Health on the Pre-PA track. After rushing in Fall 2025, I have gained so much from AXΣ over the past year. From the friendships I’ve made to the support and opportunities AXΣ has provided, this organization has become such an important part of my college experience. I’m incredibly grateful to be part of a community that encourages each other to grow both personally and professionally, and I’m so excited to meet new people at rush this semester and welcome more people into our AXΣ community!"
Email:
[email protected]
Learn about some of our officers!
Community Outreach Chairs
The Community Outreach chair position is particularly exciting because it provides Alpha Chi Sigma with the opportunity to contribute to the Ann Arbor community and beyond, aiming to make a positive impact in various ways. Aligned with the principles of our professional fraternity, we focus on science-related events like supporting children's scientific curiosity through programs such as FEMMES and Science Olympiad. Additionally, we engage in various activities, including Ukrainian English tutoring, volunteering to help cats with leukemia, participating in Habitat for Humanity, and more. Community outreach is always expanding and changing to try to best fit community needs.
Professional Chairs
As a professional fraternity, we play a crucial role in guiding our members through their academic and professional journeys. Our professional support system includes study tables, speaker series, and research presentations conducted by our own members, creating a valuable network that aids them in their coursework and provides insights into diverse research happening on campus, both among our brothers and with professors. Our influence also extends beyond the University of Michigan; last year, we were honored to host Dr. Levin from the University of Chicago as part of our Bartell Lecture Series.
Sustainability Chair
Our sustainability initiatives revolve around supporting local businesses, minimizing waste, and gardening. Our members adopt eco-friendly habits such as shopping at the Bring Your Own Container store, where we stock up on household supplies in our reusable containers, and exploring the Ann Arbor Farmers Market. Additionally, we contribute to recycling efforts by collecting cans and bottles. We upkeep a yearly garden, focusing on early garden preparations by sprouting seeds indoors in repurposed egg cartons, laying the groundwork for a vibrant summer garden. This garden not only promotes healthy eating habits and cost savings but also instills a sense of environmental stewardship among our members.