The English Society officers keep the week-to-week operations of the society running smoothly! Together, they brainstorm, plan, and implement new ways to improve members' accessibility and experience. At weekly officer meetings, the team debriefs on ways to improve past events, develops content for future meetings, and considers the overall trajectory of the English Society to ensure that all University of Iowa students who care deeply about reading, writing, and being part of a literary community feel welcome.

Your 2026-2027 English Society officers:

Olivia holding their phone out in front of them for a selfie. You can see their arms out in front of them, resting on either side of their knee. Their hair is secured away from their face by a bandana and they are wearing a small crystal necklace.
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Co-Presidents

Olivia Gonzalez

OG is back for their third year as a member of the English Society and their third year on staff! This year OG is serving as a Co-President and reprising their role as the Social Media Chair. They are a junior studying English Education with a certificate in Sustainability. They hope to someday teach middle school! When OG isn’t in the classroom, you can probably find them on a CAMBUS helping train new drivers and keep Iowa City on the move. Their hobbies include hiking and bird watching; especially watching for raptors!

Abigail Davis 

Abby (Co-President, former WebMaster) is a junior majoring in Creative Writing and Publishing, and minoring in Spanish and Media Management. She has been a consistent part of English Society for three years, working her way up from member to co-president! When she's not working on a novel or running through the Iowa City parks, she can be found at the cat cafe or Yotopia. Abby is excited to help foster a beautiful community of English students and staff!

Treasurer

Lexi Shaffer 

Lexi (he/him) is the treasurer of English Society. He is a second year English and Creative Writing major on the Publishing track, and comes from White Bear Lake, Minnesota. 

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Event Manager

Samantha Burds 

Samantha is an English student with a minor in Art and a passion for life.  She enjoys creating--whether that be food, music, art, or events.  Be sure to attend an English Society event and enjoy one of the homemade treats she often brings in to share!
 

Education Chair & Assistant Event Manager

Drew Owen

(bio and updated photo forthcoming)

Social Media Chair

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Accessibility Chair

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