Simone Guité (she/her)
Co-Chair
Simone is a junior in the College double majoring in American Studies and Government with a minor in Women's and Gender Studies. Outside of GUCD she is involved in the GU Pep Band, Georgetown Admissions Ambassador Program, and the Circle of Indigenous Students Alliance. Simone is originally from Portland, Oregon.
Dhruv Shah (he/him)
Co-Chair
Dhruv is a junior in the School of Foreign Service, studying International Economics and International Business Diplomacy. Prior to his election as Co-Chair, he was the inaugural Director of Professional Development for GUCD. Outside of GUCD, Dhruv is involved in the Asian American Student Association and Georgetown International Relations Association. Dhruv is originally from North Brunswick, New Jersey (yes, central jersey exists!).
Elinor Clark (she/her)
Director of Advocacy
Elinor is a sophomore in the College of Arts and Sciences. She is majoring in Government and American Studies with a concentration in Labor History and is minoring in Spanish. She considers herself a life-long activist and is extremely passionate about worker’s rights and feminist issues. At Georgetown, she is also involved in H*yas for Choice, the Coalition for Workers Rights, and the DC Schools Project. She is currently serving as a Title IX Ambassador and was a lead organizer in the Starbucks Workers United movement and later the Students Against Starbucks campaign. Elinor is originally from Marin County, California.
Braedon Troy (they/them)
Director of Campaigning
Braedon is a sophomore in the College of Arts and Sciences, is majoring in government, and is proud to serve as Campaigning director for 2025. As a loyal Midwesterner, they are extremely devoted to helping Democrats win up and down the ballot in sometimes atypical states and communities. Outside of politics, you can usually find Braedon obsessing over all things college basketball, insisting that Lake Michigan's shores are just as good as the ocean's, or thinking about new ways to decorate dorm rooms. Braedon proudly hails from outside South Bend, Indiana.
Maddie Lilly (she/her)
Treasurer
Maddie is a sophomore in the College of Arts and Sciences studying Government and Math. She has an avid interest in campaign finance and fundraising and is passionate about raising money for progressive issues and Democratic candidates. Outside of GUCD, Maddie is involved in On the Record, DC College Democrats, Young Democrats of America, and the Georgetown Admissions Ambassador Program. She is originally from Williamsburg, Virginia.
Corbin Chance (he/him)
Director of Communications
Corbin is an undeclared Freshman in the College of Arts and Sciences, hoping to study Political Philosophy. Corbin is originally from the outskirts of San Antonio, Texas, and attended secondary school in rural New Mexico. He is passionate about progressive mobilization in traditionally red, rural areas and improving education for under-resourced communities. Additionally, Corbin loves reading, creative writing, and listening to any and all music.
Roan Bedoian (she/her)
Director of Speakers
Roan is a member of the College of Arts & Sciences Class of 2028 planning to study American Studies and Women's & Gender Studies and is thrilled to be bringing in exciting progressive speakers for GUCD. Outside of GUCD, you can find Roan climbing with the rock climbing club and working at Vital Vittles. In her free time, she loves baking, spending time at the beach, and going to concerts. She is a huge fan of punk, glam, and alt rock. Roan is originally from San Francisco, California.
Hannah Gilheany
(she/her)
Director of Membership
Hannah is from Middletown, Delaware and is in the class of 2028. She is very excited to work for GUCD this year. She is studying Government and English, and is interested in history, politics, and culture. Outside of GUCD, she writes for On the Record, runs for the Georgetown Running Club, and enjoys long meals in Leo's with her friends!
Mansi Peters (she/her)
Director of Human Resources (HR)
Mansi is in the College of Arts and Science’s class of 2027. She is studying Government and History with a minor in French and significant coursework in Tech, Ethics, and Society. In her free time, Mansi enjoys skiing, golfing, writing, reading, and anything involving music. She plays two instruments and has been singing for as long as she can remember. Mansi is also a trained ballet dancer of 15 years and loves being on stage. Her favorite thing to do with friends is trying out new places to eat and exploring the city. Mansi is originally from Wausau, Wisconsin.
Salwa Sheikh (she/her)
Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Salwa is a first-year in the College studying Political Economy and Theology from Northern Virginia. She is also involved in the Undergraduate Law Review and works on financials of the Center for Social Justice. Salwa is passionate about government accessibility and AI development. In her free time, she loves exploring new cities with good food, picking up new languages, writing stories, and running!
Sydney Carroll (she/her)
Director of Professional Development
Sydney is an American Studies and Women’s & Gender Studies major from Nashville, Tennessee. She’s passionate about uplifting progressive politicians in conservative states and ensuring access to basic reproductive rights. Outside of GUCD, Sydney can be found editing and writing articles for the Voice into the wee hours of the morning or doing a takeover on Georgetown’s instagram. In her free time, Sydney loves to walk dogs in the Georgetown neighborhood, read, watch media with strong female leads, ride public transportation, and explain to strangers why this is definitely the year the Bills will win the Super Bowl.
