Name: Mycala Briggs
Year: 4th 
Major: Social Work
Position: Executive Director
Why DM?: It’s hard to explain why I do it…it’s the great feeling I have seeing everyone together for such an awesome cause and such amazing kids!

Name: Mary O'Loughlin 
Year: 4th
Major: Biology and Spanish
Position: Assistant Director
Why DM?: Because life isn't fair, and the families and children of the University of Iowa Children's Hospital have been faced with more than their share of misfortune, and no one should have to take that on alone. I have been extremely blessed in my life, and I feel that the least I can do is to help make their daily battles easier.

Name: Allie Seavert 
Year: 3rd 
Major: Accounting and Business Administration, Mathematics Minor
Position: Assistant Director 
Why DM: I participated my 1st year as just a dancer because I was persuaded to get involved with it. I loved it so much and decided I wanted to help out even more, so I became co-chair of the fundraising committee after attending the National Conference in Oklahoma City. The experience from being on a committee and making such a difference last year, made me want to step up even further. Raising more than our goal and exceeding even our own expectations was such a great feeling. The money we raised with just 140 people made a difference in so many people's lives. Not only for the children, but for their families. FTK!

Name: Kristin Helle
Year: 4th 
Major: Elementary Education
Position: Family Relations
Why DM?:  I just simply love it. Everything about it! It allows me to give to those who need it and see the smiles we help too!

Name: Jess Wallace
Year: 4th 
Major: Elementary Education with Reading and Early Childhood Endorsements
Position: Family Relations Co-Chair
Why DM?: It's all for the kids!

Name: Ashley Freese
Year: 3rd
Major:  Elementary Education with Middle School Math, Language Arts & Spanish Endorsements
Position: Family Relations Co-Chair
Why DM?:I dance to make an impact in the lives of the children who need us the most!

Name: Allyssa Neighbor  
Year: 4th 
Major: Elementary Education (Endorsements of Math and Coaching); Business Minor 
Position: Fundraising Co-Chair
Why DM?: I've personally seen the impact that the Children's Miracle Network can have on children and their families. It's amazing to see smiles on the faces of those who experience hardship and sickness firsthand. By participating in dance marathons, you are not only helping a great foundation profoundly impact more children and their families, but you're having fun, too! Here's to another great year of Wartburg Dance Marathon!

Name: Chanie Redmond
Year: 4th
Major: 
Position: Fundraising Co-Chair
Why DM?: 

Name: Maren Hopkins 
Year: 4th 
Major: Public Relations, minors in Religion, Leadership
Position: Advertising/Recruitment 
Why DM?: It is so encouraging to see what can be accomplished when a community comes together to serve a common purpose! DM is always exciting, and I love being part of making a difference for the kids and families at the U of I hospital.

Name: Marie Sorenson 
Year: 4th
Major: Vocal Performance 
Position: Advertising/Recruitment 
Why DM? I decided to become involved in Dance Marathon because I love helping other people and Dance Marathon is a great way to do it! I have worked with people with special needs my entire life and I wanted to dedicate myself towards an event that helps kids with all different needs. Dance Marathon helps bring joy to children and families who really need it and it is a blessing to have this event at Wartburg. Dance Marathon has been an amazing experience these past two years and I am very excited to be on the executive board this year!

Name: Jenna Manders
Year: 2nd 
Major: Biochemistry, Minor in Psychology 
Position: Event Co-Chair
Why DM?: I chose to be a part of dance marathon in college after partaking in high school and falling in love with the cause. FTK for life!

Name: Anna Lauterbach
Year: 4th
Major:  Biology with minors in Chemistry and Leadership
Position: Event Co-Chair
Why DM?: I decided to join Dance Marathon because I want to go into a health career, so taking care of sick children is very important to me. The joy that I see on the faces of the children at our events encourages me to keep doing Dance Marathon so that I can help other children who are currently sick have those same experiences.

COMMITTEES:

Events:  This committee is in charge of generating ideas and planning all that goes on during the large event.  This includes deciding on the food choices, booking entertainment, getting prizes, creating the themed hours, etc. 

Fundraising:  This committee is in charge of planning fundraisers throughout the year.  They come up with fun ideas and locations that involve students as well as community support. 

Advertising/Recruitment:  This committee is in charge of spreading the word about Dance Marathon around campus and throughout the community as well.  They design posters, pamphlets, fliers, etc. that showcase new happenings or events for DM.  They also manage our Facebook page.

Family Relations:  This committee is in charge of being in contact with our families throughout the year.  They plan family events, which include a theme, food, and games.  The families are all invited and the students get a chance to interact with the children as well as the parents.  Their main goal is to build strong relationships throughout the year and keep families updated with information about the large event.