OUR EXECUTIVE BOARD
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AEDAN YOHANNAN
Chairman
Aedan Yohannan is a Senior at the George Washington University majoring in International Affairs and Chinese. He’s originally from Malvern, PA. During his time on campus, Aedan founded the GW chapter of the John Quincy Adams Society, interned on both the Hill and in a conservative think tank, and worked to strengthen the GW College Republicans. Aside from politics, he enjoys fishing, lifting, and gardening.
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EMAIL: yohannan@gwu.edu
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JACKSON HOPPE
Vice Chairman
Jackson Hoppe is a junior at the George Washington University and is pursuing a degree in Public Policy and Marketing. Jackson grew up in Brentwood, Tennessee, where he has worked both on the campaign and federal levels, as well as participated in numerous civic engagement programs, like Model United Nations and Youth in Government. Jackson also serves as Chairman of the DC Federation of College Republicans and is excited to lead the student conservative movement in one of the nation's bluest areas. He has interned with Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and Congressman Mark Green (R-TN-07) and is an engaged member of his fraternity, Beta Theta Pi. He is excited to be the Vice Chairman for GW College Republicans and is a proud Tennessean.
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EMAIL: jackson_hoppe7@gwu.edu
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JACK ELBAUM
Secretary
Jack Elbaum is a rising senior majoring in International Affairs and Economics. He is from Highland Park, IL. In summer 2023 he interned at the Washington Examiner through the National Journalism Center and in 2021 he was a Hazlitt Writing Fellow at the Foundation for Economic Education.
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EMAIL: jelbaum@gwu.edu
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EDUARDO RIVAS
Treasurer
Eduardo Rivas is a senior, pursuing a major in Political Science (Public Policy Focus) and Finance. Back in his hometown of McAllen, Texas, he had served as President of his high school chapter of Young Americans for Freedom and served as a debater in his school's student-run podcast. He also took time to volunteer with the Hidalgo County GOP and intern with the Mayra Flores for Congress campaign. While in Washington, he interned with Rep. Mayra Flores (TX-34) and later at Seventy2 Capital, a top 100 wealth management firm. Most recently, he has interned in Sen. John Cornyn's office this summer. Before being elected Treasurer, he has volunteered with the Political Affairs Committee by participating in debates in GW-TV's Capital Crossfire. He also serves in the executive board of his fraternity, Alpha Sigma Phi, and will be an analyst with the student-run investment fund, Socially Responsible Investment Fund. He is excited to serve with the College Republicans and is a proud Texan!
EMAIL: eduardorivas956@gwu.edu
JACK FISHER
Director of Political Affairs
For the upcoming academic year, Jack Fisher will be a senior studying finance and political science. I’m from Palmyra, a small town in Upstate New York. I’m interested in strategic advisory as it relates to navigating political, social, and economic developments.
EMAIL: jacke_fisher28@gwu.edu
VICTORIA CARLSON
Director of Public Relations
Victoria Carlson is a current sophomore from Essex Fells, New Jersey pursuing a degree in International Affairs and Economics. In addition to her position as Director of Public Relations, Victoria has previously served as Freshman Representative. While in high school, Victoria was president of the Young Republicans Club getting speakers such as Senator Tom Kean to come and speak with the student body. During her free time, Victoria works at both Congressional Country Club in Maryland and Essex Fells Country Club in New Jersey.
EMAIL: vcarlson26@gwu.edu
CONNOR WASIK
Director of Membership
Connor Wasik is a rising Junior who is studying political science. Within that field, my interests include constitutional law, firearms policy, and immigration policy. My hometown is Madison, New Jersey, and in my spare time I like to surf, watch NHL hockey, and read about American history.
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EMAIL: connorwasik@gwu.edu
EMILY THOMAS
Director of Marketing
Emily Thomas is a junior from Boston, Massachusetts, serving her second term as the Director of Marketing. At the George Washington University, she is pursuing a double major in Entrepreneurship and Innovation as well as Marketing, with a minor in Communications. In her spare time, Emily enjoys spending time with her friends, going to the gym, and exploring DC. Being from a liberal state she was always very passionate about promoting the conservative message and will continue to do so while living in Washington DC and throughout campus.
EMAIL: emilythomas@gwu.edu
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ALEXANDRA HUDEPOHL
Executive Director
Alexandra Hudepohl is a senior at The George Washington University from Fort Mitchell, Kentucky. She is majoring in Political Science with a focus in Public Policy and a minor in Arabic Studies. After college she plans to become a Marine Corps Officer and serve her country.
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EMAIL: ahudepohl@gwu.edu
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