Meet Our 2022-23 Officers
These are last year’s officers! Check back soon to see the updated officer bios!
The Executive Committee
Emma Lally President of the Running Club Senior, Neuroscience
As President, Emma is the main leader of the club and helps to make sure the club stays organized and working. Her favorite event is an XC 6k or track 3k. When Emma isn’t doing something running related (a pretty rare occurrence), she loves baking, lifting, listening to true crime podcasts, and spending time with family and friends!
“Deciding to join run club has honestly been one of the best choices I have made! It has brought the most amazing people into my life and training with such a great team helped me rediscover my love for the sport in a way I didn’t think possible. I have made some of my best college memories with this club and cannot wait to make so many more with this year’s team!!”
Vidhya Kannan
Treasuere
Junior, Biochemistry
As the treasurer of the club, Vidhya is responsible for handling everything from member dues to club event fees, and her goal is to ensure that all financial aspects of the club run smoothly. She enjoys racing the 3k during indoor track season and she’s a big fan of long runs. In her free time, Vidhya loves reading, spending time with friends and family, and baking.
“I couldn’t imagine my life without run club. This group has given me the privilege of getting to know so many incredible people and make the most amazing memories with them, and the support and love I’ve gotten from everyone here is incomparable to any other experience I could have. The impact this club has had on every aspect of my life is immeasurable, and I hope everyone who joins has the opportunity to have the same- if not better- experiences with it, too.”
Justin Cederbloom
Vice President of Racing
Junior, Architecture & History
As Vice President Cederbloom’s job is to create and plan a meet schedule, register the participants, communicate with race directors, plan running club practice routes, and when the president isn’t at practice, to be in charge of leading that practice. His favorite events are the 1500, 8k, & 4x400. Outside of run club, you can catch Justin at Knowlton Hall working at his studio desk (y’all should come by, I’ll give you a tour of the coolest/weirdest building on campus). Justin also is a Knowlton Ambassador and works at the RPAC. Justin is also in the CBJ at Ohio State Club, Scarlet & Gray Sports Radio, and is always looking to play pick-up anything so drop it in the groupme!
“I knew that I wanted to keep running and racing in college, so when I found out about the run club midway through my senior year of high school I was hooked. When I actually came to the club I found much more. I found a family, and from that I’ve found some of my best friends and the college experience that I wanted.”
The Racing Committee
Reilly Dorn
Female Long Distance Captain
Senior, Health Sciences
As Co-Distance Captain with Andrew Ye, she is responsible for creating and leading the long distance training plans for cross country, track and every race in between. Her favorite events are the 6k and the half-marathon. In her free time, Reilly loves doing many things besides running. You can find her on the slopes snow skiing, on her porch designing and sewing clothes, traveling or cooking up something good!
“Run club has easily been one of the best experiences I’ve had in college thus far. The club never fails to be exciting and fresh, and the people I’ve met along the way have given life to many core memories that will live with me forever. I’m beyond excited to make new memories with you all this coming year, and know for a fact you’ll love it too!”
Andrew Ye
Male Long Distance Captain
Senior, Electrical Engineering
Andrew is the male long distance captain. Along with the female distance captain Reilly Dorn, the Yeaster Bunny helps devise the training for distance runners and set up the meet schedule during track and cross country. His favorite races are the 5000m and the marathon, although he can be convinced to drop down to the 60m or 100m and hammer a mean time that’ll put some sprinters to shame. Outside of sanctioned and regulated events, Andrew is also the multiple-time reigning and defending Chocolate Milk Mile Champion in Running Club. He enjoys watching UFC fights and shadowboxing in his room at 3 am after watching some crazy knockouts. Occasionally, you might see him hitting big weights in the ArmFarm in pursuit of Death Star Delts and a 50 inch back. More frequently, you will see him running around campus in his fluorescent 2 inch shorts. In his free time, Andrew enjoys listening to the running podcasts and all types of music (except country). He also enjoys going for a nice hike into the wilderness. His favorite movie is Up.
“Lebron is better than MJ. #TheKidFromAkron”
Patrick Schirtzinger Mid Distance Captain Senior, Neuroscience
Michael is the Middle distance captain. He designs workouts for those who enjoy distances from 800-3k meters. In the fall semester, he also assists long distance captains Andre and Reilly as needed. Patrick's favorite event is the 1500 but he also runs mid to long distance. Outside of Running Club his favorite things to do are play golf, hockey, and volleyball.
“Joining Running Club was by far the best decision I made in college. I have met so many of my closest friends and have made so many lasting memories. As someone that wanted to continue to run after going to college but also wanting to find a place that I would fit in, the club was a perfect fit.”
Leah Bratton
Sprint Captain
Senior, Communication
This season Leah will be working with the male sprint captain, Sean, once again! She will be collaborating with him to make the summer, fall and spring workout and lift plans. As a sprint captain, she will be at both lifts and practices to lead the workouts and help answer any questions. Her favorite event is the 4x200 and enjoys crocheting, watching movies, hanging out with friends and going out to eat.
“Run club has been the best part of my college experience because it has introduced me to great people and friends! I’m excited to return as sprint captain because I had a fun experience with it last year and hope to make this year even better.”
Sean McGahan Sprint Captain Senior, Business Management
Sean is the co-captain with Leah for the sprinter group. Sean’s main event within run club is long jump but also loves to compete in many other races such as the hurdles and the 4x100. He loves being a part of the sprint squad and is super excited to be a captain this year. Outside of run club, Sean’s favorite hobbies include skiing, photography, and more.
“Run club was been my favorite part of my time at OSU the past 2 years and I’m so excited to continue having more great times making more memories. Being able to continue doing the events I loved in HS and having an awesome supportive group of people around me is the best thing I could’ve asked for. Run Club has become a family for me and has changed my college experience.”
Julia Gasiorowski
Race Logistics Manager
Junior, Primary Education
As Race Logistics Manager, Julia is responsible for team travel, including booking hotels and organizing carpools for track and cross country meets. Her favorite races are the half marathon and the track 3k and 5k! In the rare moments she isn’t running, she enjoys watching tv shows/movies, listening to Taylor Swift, shopping, and hiking!
“Run Club is my absolute favorite part of college! It is filled with so many incredible people who are supportive, passionate, and fun! This club has enhanced my love for running and helped me accomplish things I didn’t think I could. I have the best memories from practices, meets, and social events! I am so excited to get to spend another year in run club with all of my favorite people!”
The Social Committee
William Fieorentino
Male Social Chair
Junior, Environmental Science
As Social Chairs, William and Lillian plan Run Club’s social events, including parties, banquets, and dinners during the 2023 to 2024 school year. William runs distance, and his favorite event is the 8K. His favorite Run Club memory was making a surprise appearance in the 2022 Otterbein Twilight Invitational’s Open 400.
“I love being in the OSU Running Club because it has helped me make so many friends and to continue running”
Lillian Gorelik Female Social Chair Senior, Business Marketing
As Female Social Chair, Lillian along with Will, will plan all social events for the club. This will include parties, events, banquets, and dinners throughout the 2023-2024 school year. Lillian’s favorite event is the 4x4 but she also runs mid to long distance. Outside of Running Club, her favorite activities include traveling, baking treats, biking, and hanging out with friends!
“Before coming to OSU I never thought I would join the Running Club as I had never been a big runner before then. However, since joining freshman year, this club quickly became one of my biggest involvement on campus which has kept me active and has led me to my best friends and a home away from home. If you’re looking to create your best memories at college, there is no doubt that Running Club can fulfill that. Looking forward to an amazing year and can’t wait to meet all the new additions to the club!”
Haley Trolio
Apparel Chair
Junior, Architecture
As apparel chair, Haley is responsible for designing the club’s uniforms, t-shirts, and other spiritwear. She absolutely loves running half marathons, cross country 6ks, and 5ks during track. Aside from running, her favorite pastimes include yoga, hiking, crocheting, thrifting, and going to concerts.
“I could not be more grateful for this club. It is such a fun, positive, and supporting atmosphere being a part of this group. I have met some of the most talented, inspirational, and compassionate people through this club who have become some of my best friends (and roommates)! From traveling all over the midwest for meets and competing at nationals to parties and countless PRs, this club has definitely made my college experience unforgettable!”
Maggie Duffy Social Media Manager Senior, Psychology
Maggie updates the social media accounts and the website for the running club. Her favorite events are the 3k and the half marathon. When she’s not running (which is rare) Maggie enjoys other outdoor activities like hiking, rock climbing, and biking. She also loves cooking, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family.
“Joining run club was the best decision I could’ve made for my college experience. I’ve met all of my best friends and made some of my favorite memories because of this group. It has strengthened my love for running even more than I ever thought possible and given me so many amazing experiences and opportunities.”
Andy Clemens Archivist Junior, Computer Science
Andy is the Archivist and will take care of the club’s important documents, such as registration info and race results, and will create recap videos of club activities each month. Andy enjoys running long distances and hopes to be an ultramarathon runner in the future. Other hobbies include playing the cello (Buckeye Phil represent) and piano, hiking, and reading!
“The Running Club helped me find my place as an athlete. I used to only think about races without leaving room for fun. I’m thankful for everyone in the club who has been a great friend and made running more fun than ever!”