Board of Directors 2026-2027
The Board of Directors is comprised of past student team leaders plus the organization’s faculty advisor. The Board is charged with overseeing all financial decisions of the Spartan Global Development Fund’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Additionally, the Board of Directors works closely with student team members to manage the day-to-day operations of the Registered Student Organization at Michigan State. Board members guide the student team on matters such as leadership, choosing field partners, approving applications for microloans, drafting and administration of contracts with field partners and borrowers, and related tasks.
Our Board of Directors
Nikolai Wasielewski
Chairperson | Board of Directors
Former President of the SGDF student org
Graduated from Michigan State University in 2013
Committed to cultivating conditions that foster growth
President
Paulette L. Stenzel
Faculty Advisor
Caiden Kippnick
Treasurer | Board of Directors
Graduated from Michigan State University in 2026 with a BA in Accounting and is currently pursuing an MS in Accounting
CPA Candidate with a particular interest in taxation for multinational enterprises
Committed to promoting sustainable economic development worldwide
Treasurer
Kyleen Hall
Board Member | Board of Directors
Graduated from MSU in 2024 with a BS in microbiology
Currently pursuing a PhD in microbiology and infectious diseases
Passionate about public health and global equity
Member
Zoe Linko
Board Member | Board of Directors
Graduated from MSU in 2024 with a BS in microbiology
Member