Meet the 2020 Officers
President
John Mark Huff
Puckett, MS
John Mark is a junior, majoring in Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis in Manufacturing. Aside from being the President of our EWB Chapter, John Mark is a member of Kappa Alpha Order, the Center for Manufacturing Excellence, and Reformed University Fellowship. In his spare time, John Mark enjoys activities in the outdoors, such as tennis, biking, and skiing.
What do you think is the best part of EWB?
“Showing students the importance of service using engineering to change lives while learning practical life and field skills.”
Vice President and Projects Lead
Benjamin Koltai
Oxford, MS
Benjamin is a senior Civil Engineering major. Aside from being the Vice President and Projects Lead for our chapter, Benjamin is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and is involved with the Oxford Community Garden Association. Benjamin has four children, Nisa, Yeshaiah, Violet, and Willow, who enjoy gardening with him and his wife, Lydia. Benjamin also practices and teaches permaculture and enjoys gardening and video games.
What do you think is the best part of EWB?
“It is getting involved in projects. I have really enjoyed participating in water systems analysis and design in Ecuador and I am also excited about our garden design project in Oxford at the Boys and Girls Club.”
Treasurer
Mitchie Wilson
Hurley, MS
Mitchie is a junior, majoring in Chemical Engineering with a minor in Business Communications. Aside from being the Treasurer of our chapter, Mitchie is also a member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, American Chemical Society, as well as Delta Tau Delta. In his spare time, he enjoys critical thinking through real-life obstacles, having conversations with peers, listening to music, and running around Sardis Lake.
What do you think is the best part of EWB?
“EWB’s lightheartedness towards low income communities is astounding. I enjoy the fact that EWB not only partakes in local organizations like the Boys & Girls Club, but also foreign expenditures, like our most recent project in Orellana, Ecuador. I aim to improve the lives of others through being as kind & positive as possible.”
Secretary
Carly Huguley
Fairhope, AL
Carly is a junior, majoring in Chemical Engineering. Aside from being the Secretary of our EWB Chapter, Carly is a member of Tau Beta Pi, Kappa Delta, the Center of Manufacturing Excellence, the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, Student Alumni Council, and American Institute of Chemical Engineers. In her spare time, Carly enjoys exploring, exercising, being outdoors, and making memories with friends.
What do you think is the best part of EWB?
“The experience and friendships it provides are the best parts. It is very impressive to future employers to see that a student gained hands on experience in college. Also, EWB creates friendships between people who have a common goal. ”
Marketing Team Lead
Sydney Bagby
Madisonville, LA
Sydney is a senior, majoring in Accounting. Aside from being the Marketing Lead of our EWB Chapter, Sydney is a member of Rebels for Suicide Prevention, the Center of Manufacturing Excellence, Beta Alpha Psi, Provost Scholars, and Delta Gamma. In her spare time, Sydney enjoys traveling, cooking, and making memories with friends.
What do you think is the best part of EWB?
“I think the best part about EWB is the relationships and experiences it provides students. EWB connects likeminded individuals who are passionate about changing the world. Being a member has allowed me so many opportunities to serve others and to create valuable friendships, and I can’t wait to help other students have the same opportunity!”
Member Representative
Jacob Schoeff
Franklin, TN
Jacob is a junior, majoring in Accounting. Aside from being the Member Representative of our
EWB Chapter, Jacob is a member of the Kappa Sigma Judicial Board, the Center for Manufacturing Excellence Student Advisory Board, and the Interfraternity Council Executive Board. In his spare time, Jacob enjoys scuba diving, cooking, and exercising.
What do you think is the best part of EWB?
“It’s a group of capable people who wish to use their experience and abilities to benefit those in need.”