Student Athlete Advisory Council
Student Athlete Advisory Committee
Leading with Purpose, Competing with Pride
The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) serves as a conduit of communication among student-athletes, coaches, and athletic administrators on issues to improve the student-athlete experience. As a student-led organization, we vote on NCAA legislation, organize community events benefiting the Columbia and broader NYC communities, and work with Columbia Athletics to further enhance the student-athlete experience.
SAAC representatives are responsible for communicating initiatives and events discussed in meetings to their respective teams. Varsity student-athletes are eligible to serve as SAAC representatives, with selections made by each team's head coach. If you would like to learn more about SAAC, you may reach out to the SAAC advisors or executive board members.
Executive Board Members
Co President & Ivy League Representative: Fiona McKenna, Women's Track and Field, Senior
Ivy League Representative: Matthew He, Men's Fencing, Junior
Secretary: Maddie Gocal, Women's Rowing, Junior
Treasurer: Sophia Hu, Women's Squash, Junior
Barnard Representative: Aliya Greenberg, Women's Rowing, Senior
Community Service Chair: Emily Rosenfeld, Women's Archery, Senior
Community Service Chair: Sophia Simenz, Women's Rowing, Senior
Wellness Chair: Maddy Goger, Lacrosse, Senior
Wellness Chair: Payton Shimansky, Softball, Senior
Women Athlete Alliance: Kylie Castillo, Women's Track and Field, Junior
Social Media Co-Chair: Anika Kumar, Women's Rowing, Sophomore
SAAC Advisors
Cherisse Belser: cb3923@columbia.edu
Abigail Witczak: amw2324@columbia.edu
Connect With SAAC
Columbia's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee wants to hear from you! Tell us how, as your SAAC representatives, we can best advocate on your behalf. Find us on Instagram @columbiasaac
