People

Nicola de Jager
Title/Position
Executive Director
Major - Neuroscience
Minor - Philosophy
Year - Fourth Year
What are you looking forward to this year? - “I’m excited to see the Iowa City community come together to celebrate an amazing week of events! Every year I’m amazed by the spirit and enthusiasm that is exemplified by UI students, alumni, and the community around us. Our hard work will be on full display for all to enjoy!”

Jessica Alberhasky
Title/Position
VP of Engagement
Major - Neuroscience Pre-Med
Minor- Chemistry
Certificate - Clinical and Translation Science
Year - Fourth Year
What are you looking forward to this year? - “I’m most looking forward to the energy and unity that Homecoming brings to campus. There’s something really special about seeing students, alumni, and the entire Iowa City community come together to celebrate our Hawkeye pride. I’m excited for the parade, the traditions, and just being surrounded by the spirit that makes this place feel like home.”








Keagan Kirkpatrick
Title/Position
VP of Operations & Finance
Major - Human Physiology
Minor - Classical Languages
Year - Fourth Year
What are you looking forward to? - “I’m excited to see our community come together and share that pride. Homecoming is a time to celebrate what it means to be a Hawkeye. There’s nothing like the energy and unity this week brings!”


Connor Lofing
Title/Position
VP of Inclusive Programming
Major - Human Physiology
Minor- Lifestyle Medicine, Chemistry
Certificate- Leadership Studies
Year - Fourth Year
What are you looking forward to this year? - “I’m most excited to see our campus come together in new and old traditions that highlight every Hawkeye's story and make sure everyone—students, alumni, and community members alike—feels they belong at the heart of Homecoming.”

Kate Meyer
Title/Position
VP of Events
Major - Industrial & Systems Engineering
Minor - Business Administration
Year - Third Year
What are you looking forward to this year? - “I am looking forward to improving events to make them more engaging and memorable. Also, I'm hoping for a Hawkeye Football win on Saturday!”

Ramiro Ramirez
Title/Position
Parade Director
Major - Health Administration & Policy
Year - Graduate Student
What are you looking forward to this year? - “Nothing beats seeing a sea of black and gold take over downtown! I’m looking forward to all the floats, the fans, and the moments that remind us why there’s no place like Iowa for Homecoming.”


Nick Smith
Title/Position
VP of Marketing
Major - Marketing, Business Analytics & Information Systems
Year - Third Year
What are you looking forward to this year? - “I am looking forward to seeing all of the students, faculty, alumni, and community members come together to celebrate the University of Iowa!”