Executive
Cate Hardin (’27), Harper Lindsay (’28), Gray Lowder (’27), Hanna Shakarov (’27), and Michael Gourlias (’27).
“[Executive Officers] must be an undergraduate student elected by a majority of the voting student body and meet the qualifications set forth in the Student Government Statutes.”
Wake Forest Student Government Constitution
Branches
Gray Lowder
Student Body President
He/Him
Office Hours: By appointment
Hometown: Englewood, FL
Majoring in Finance, Minoring in Politics
Gray joined Student Government because he wanted to improve campus life and advocate for students and organizations that make our campus special.
Harper Lindsey
Speaker of the House
She/Her
Office Hours: By Appointment
Hometown: Winchester, MA
Majoring in Economics & International Affairs
Harper joined Student Government out of an interest to connect with the campus by taking an active role in its functioning. She loved finding a remarkable community of students who were just as focused, driven, and excited about their work and the future as she was. She’s loved having the opportunity to work on countless projects across various student groups and members of the administration, and can say Student Government has been one of her favorite parts of my college experience.
Michael Gourlias
Treasurer
He/Him
Office Hours: By appointment
Hometown: Erie, PA
Majoring in Economics & English
Michael chose to be a part of Student Government to make an impact on campus through student leadership. Working with student organizations, through SBAC and SOC, Michael hopes to enhance the student experience on campus by strengthening the organizations that bring our community together.
Cate Hardin
Secretary
She/Her
Office Hours: By Appointment
Hometown: Baltimore, MD
Majoring in Communications, Minoring in Marketing Communications & Religious Studies
Cate joined Student Government to build connections and help make Wake a place where everyone feels like they belong. With a focus on positive leadership and amplifying student voices, Cate believes in creating space for others to feel confident, supported, and empowered to lead.
Hanna Shakarov
Chief of Staff
She/Her
Office Hours: By appointment
Hometown: Alpine, NJ
Majoring in Business Enterprise Management, Minoring in Politics & International Affairs
Hanna chose to join Student Government to help the student body actualize their ideal version of a college experience and truly create the best four years.