Catholic Student Union
The Catholic Student Union Council governs the Catholic Student Union, an official Ball State student group. CSU plans and executes many activities at the Newman Center, including Time Out, Friday Night Dinner, social events, service activities, and the retreats.
Becky KortyPresident
I am crazy, and that's all you need to know! I am a double major in Apparel Design and Fashion Merchandising and just to keep me busy I added a Minor in Marketing. I have always lived in the same house in Mulberry, IN, and yes, I went to school with the girl on American Idol. I have two brothers, one sister, one sister-in-law, and one niece/nephew on the way. I graduated from Clinton Prairie Jr/Sr HS in 2003. One thing I have always wanted is to have more kids than my Grandma (that would be more than 14). Three interesting facts about me: I am one of IN's youngest 4-H judges; I am #29 of 42 grandchildren (all first cousins) on my dad's side; and I can do the "wave" with my tongue. Believe me, this takes talent!
Ann KlattVice President
I am a double major in Actuarial Science and Mathematical Economics, and I have a minor in Foundations of Business for Actuarial Science. I travel seven hours from Hartland, Wisconsin, to attend Ball State. In Wisconsin, I went to Arrowhead Union HS and I have one sister. One thing I have always wanted to do is swim with dolphins. Three interesting facts about me: both my parents are legally blind; I can't bend the second knuckle on my thumbs; and I have a snowflake on my eye that makes me more sensitive to light.
Jessica WyssSecretary
I am an Actuarial Science major with a minor in Foundations of Business. I am from Yoder, IN, where I am the only child of Paul and Kim Wyss, but I have plenty of cousins to make up for it! I graduated from Bishop Luers High School in 2006. One thing I have always wanted to do is go to Italy and celebrate mass in Vatican City. Three interesting facts about me: I am on the Ball State Women's Club Volleyball team, and we are currently ranked 2nd in the nation; I am on the 2008 Haiti Service Team for St. Francis; and I was the Salutatorian of my high school graduating class.
Susan MeleasonTreasurer
I am majoring in Speech and Language Pathology. I am from Kokomo. IN, where I graduated from Western High School. I am an only child. One thing I have always wanted to do is cross the international dateline and watch the sunrise/set twice in one day! Three interesting facts about me: I have never broken a bone or been admitted to the hospital; I have never moved houses; and I enjoy baking cakes, cookies, brownies and muffins.
Emily HitchensRetreat Co-Chair
I am a Psychology major, graduating in May! I have a brother who is a grad student at Purdue and a 17-year-old black and white Cocker Spaniel named Molly. Molly stays home with my mom and dad in Fort Wayne. I graduated from Snider HS in 2004. It's hard for me to choose one thing I have always wanted to do. I have a whole list. Literally! It is actually my honors thesis! One thing on my list is to be in a giant food fight! Three interesting facts about me: I've been bitten by a snake while getting into an elevator; I sang at Carnegie Hall when I was in high school; and went to Ireland for three weeks last summer and then spent three days in London by myself.
Joe KonopaRetreat Co-Chair
Telecommunications is the major which keeps me busy. I am from Kokomo, IN, where I was home schooled. My house is full with two parents, two brothers: Dan and Jerome, and four sisters: Teresa, Carolyn, Christine and Bridget. One thing I have always wanted to do is win an Oscar.
Claire ListTime-Out Co-Chair
I am majoring in Social Studies Education & History. I am from Leesburg, IN. My parents are Bob and Ida List. I have two sisters, one brother, one brother-in-law, two nephews and a fiancé! I am getting married in June to my high school sweetheart. A little interesting fact about me is I have purchased a new bookshelf each year of college to accommodate all the books I can't bring myself to sell back. There things I will do at some point are learn to juggle; travel to all 50 states and much of the world; and raise a small garden.
Daniel McElroyTime-Out Co-Chair
I am an Entrepreneurship major. I am from Columbus, IN, and I have on older sister. I went to New Hampton School and graduated in 2005. One thing I have always wanted to do is go to a U2 concert. Three interesting facts about me: I have been skydiving; I fly airplanes; and my favorite color is blue.
Genni ArendParish Council Representative
I am majoring in Architecture which keeps me very busy. I am from Wolcottville, IN. I went to Lakeland High School in LaGrange, IN. I have three sisters: Gloria, 20, Gayle, 16, and Grace, 8, and two brothers: Rick, 18, and Robbie, 12. One thing I have always wanted to do is travel the world, and eventually visit every country. Three interesting facts about me: I still have 2 baby teeth; I live on a lake and love all water related activities; and I love music and have participated in several choirs and can play the flute, saxophone, and the piano.
Derek NaberOutreach Chair
My major is Urban Planning. I am from Zionsville, IN, and I have one sister. One thing I have always wanted to do is travel throughout the world. Three interesting facts about me: I enjoy Dog Obedience Training; I am a big Colts and Pacers fan; and I love to play basketball.
Amanda DeRocheSocial Chair
I am from Ft. Wayne, IN, and majoring in Marketing. I went to Carroll High School and graduated in 2007. Yep, you guessed it. I am one of the two Freshmen Council members. I am the daughter of Janet and Dale DeRoche, and I have a brother named Alex who goes to IUPUI. I also have a dog named Abby. One goal of mine is to bring strong Christian values into the corporate world. Some interesting facts about me: I love riding motorcycles; I want to travel the world partly in poverty and partly in style; I am super organized; I love fountains; and I would love to hang out with the Pope.
Kevin SchmidtPublicity Chair
I am 19 years old and a freshman. I am majoring in Elementary and Special Education. Some interesting facts about me: I went to the same high school as NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon; I have been on ESPN 2 during a Ball State Football game; and I have also enjoyed playing soccer since I was four years old. One dream I have is to live in Pittsboro, my hometown in western Indiana, near my old High School, Tri-West Hendricks High School.
Michelle SchemineService Chair
I am majoring in Interior Design and a minor in RPM. I am from Fishers, IN, and I have one older sister. I went to Hamilton Southeastern High School. One thing I have always wanted to do is learn how to snow board. Three interesting facts about me: I have a cousin who lives in Scotland; I know at least one person on every baseball team; and my birthday is on the Ides of March.

