Honors Congress
2026 Officer Board
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Cole Cabanas
President
Heyo! My name is Cole. I am very excited to complete my list of HonCon goals for this year! It's our 25th anniversary and I plan to make it a good one. I'm HonCon through and through! I spend so much time in the office I may as well have multiple office hours. I am a mechanical engineering major with a minor in intelligent robotic systems. I enjoy learning new things, such as rollerblading and fixing various objects. I am always down to try new foods! Email me anytime, anywhere at honorscongress+president@gmail.com and I'll be happy to chat! 🐤🐤🐤
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Aidan Priore
Vice President
Hi there I am Aidan a Sophomore Computer Science major with a minor in Digital Media. I enjoy all things pop culture especially movies, video games, and a select category of books.
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Kristi Rivera
Treasurer
Hello! My name is Kristi Rivera, and I'm a fourth year Film major with minors in English - Creative Writing and Theatre. In my free time, I enjoy crocheting, sewing, kayaking, and listening to new musicals. Feel free to stop by my office hour anytime to chat about theme parks or UCF football!
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Kendall Owen
Secretary
I am Kendall, a third year psychology major with a neuroscience focus and your secretary for the 2026 year. I love all things neuroscience and Honors Congress! I'm also a dance teacher, and research assistant, and in my free time I love reading and the beach!
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Hailey Scheinman
Membership Coordinator
Hello! I am a Junior Nonprofit Management major with Public Administration and Psychology minors, as well as a member of the Dean’s Leadership Council and the Events and Outreach Contractor for Young Adults with Epilepsy. I love music, comics, animated movies, cooking, and doing any form of art!
Connor Mimnaugh
Director of Academic Affairs
Hey, I'm Connor! I'm a 2nd year mechanical engineer with a deep love of all things ocean. Ask me about Bioshock or Skylanders some time!
John Patton
Director of Social Affairs
Hi! I'm John, a second-year biomedical sciences major with a psychology minor, as well as your director of social affairs for 2026. I love music, movies, and all sorts of art and media, and most of all, I'm excited to work with all of you!
Michael Zmed
Director of Cultural Affairs
Well met! I wear my love of LEGO bricks on my sleeve and I don't feel comfortable around floor length mirrors. I am proud to continue the legacy of Michaels serving in Honors Congress.
Brianna Rick
Director of Volunteer Affairs
Hi! I'm Brianna, a second year mechanical engineering major with minors in computer science and intelligent robotic systems. I work on undergraduate research and a couple engineering projects, and I'm very excited for all the Honors Congress events this year!
Noah Schramm
Director of Campus Involvement
My name is Noah Schramm, and I am a second-year History major with an Education minor. In my free time, I enjoy movies, playing the euphonium, and all types of video games.
Angelina Summers
Director of Fundraising
Hi! I'm Angelina, a second-year psychology major, with a sociology minor and behavioral forensics certificate. I am passionate about giving back to the community and supporting local causes!
Hasita Kode
Director of Publications & Marketing
Hey, I'm Hasita! I'm a first year Computer Science major who loves exploring creative outlets like design, writing, and content creation. I enjoy working on projects that blend creativity with logic, and I'm always experimenting with new ideas for fun. Outside of that I like researching random topics, going on walks, and playing video games.
Alexa Garmise-Goodwin
Historian
Hello! I'm Alexa, a first year marketing and hospitality major, and your Historian for the 2026 year. I love photography, reading, and meeting new people! I love working with social media and making a good reel. Fun fact, I work at the Myrtle Beach Medieval Times seasonally and love working there. I'm so excited to meet you all this year!
Wyatt Hicks
Relay For Life Team Captain
My name is Wyatt and I love ketchup! The only thing I love more than ketchup is my wonderful R4L committee.
Mallorie Simpson
Knight-Thon Team Captain
Hi, I’m Mallorie and I’m a second year accounting major with a math minor. I’m so excited to be your KT team captain this year!