The Associated Students of the University of Missouri (ASUM)is a fully student-led organization, with a Board of Directors consisting of students from across the UM System. The students below are responsible for all ASUM programming, outreach, and lobbying. If you have a question about ASUM any of these students would be happy to help! Reach out at asum@umsystem.edu. or learn more about how ASUM is organized.
2024-2025 Academic Year
Ryan Highfill, Executive Director & Board Chair
As Executive Director, Ryan is tasked with coordinating the efforts of the Board of Directors, liaising with campus presidents, preparing the annual legislative platform, preparing the budget and appointing and overseeing the work of the legislative and assistant legislative director. Contact via email.
Emily Boyer, Legislative Director
Emily, as Legislative Director, is primarily responsible for directing ASUM’s Legislative Program in Jefferson City alongside Carson. She helps advise the Executive Director on the formation of the Annual Legislative Platform and plays a critical role in the selection of the team. Contact here.
Carson Howe, Legislative Director
Carson, as Legislative Director, is primarily responsible for directing ASUM’s Legislative Program in Jefferson City alongside Emily. He helps advise the Executive Director on the formation of the Annual Legislative Platform and plays a critical role in the selection of the team. Contact here.
Alyssa Crum, Marketing Director
Alyssa is primarily responsible for the creation and strategy of the outreach and multimedia marketing for ASUM Central. She works to create a cohesive message and image for the organization, while working with the Directors and ASUM chapters. Contact here.
Below are the campus chapter delegations. This is an excellent, easy and flexible way to get involved with our organization!
Mizzou Chapter
- President: Logan Kuykendall, President (Contact)
- Undergraduate: Aisling Kerr
- Graduate: Lucas Reed
S&T Chapter
- President: Justin Terrell, President (Contact)
- Undergraduate: Jackson Christian
- Graduate: Alyssa Crum
UMKC Chapter
- President: Emily Balentine, President (Contact)
- Undergraduate: TBD
- Graduate: TBD
UMSL Chapter
- President: Grace Desjardins, President (Contact)
- Undergraduate: Ally Davis
- Graduate: TBD
Interested in joining our team for the coming year? Visit our engagement webpage for additional information. You can also view an archive of previous interns. If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to us at asum@umsystem.edu.
Reviewed 2024-05-29