Dean’s Student Advisory Council
The Dean’s Student Advisory Council was established to assist the Andre B. Lacy School of Business in offering a business education of the highest quality. The council is composed of Lacy School of Business students who serve as counsel to the deans for innovations and improvements in the college. Members are also ambassadors at Lacy School of Business events. Similar to the Dean’s Advisory Council, student members help define and implement standards of excellence in faculty-student partnerships, intellectual development and service.
Claire Venisnik is the Chair of the Dean’s Student Advisory Council.
Council members

My name is Madeline Gregston and I am a Marketing major from St. Louis, Missouri. Outside of LSB Dean’s Student Advisory Council, I am a part of the University Honors program, Lacy Business Scholars, and marketing club. I am also a member on the Division 1 lacrosse team.

Hi! My name is Mariah Richardson, and I’m currently a junior majoring in Marketing and Entrepreneurship, with plans to transition into Finance next semester. On campus, I’m actively involved in DSAC, Butler’s new Private Venture Association, the Butler University Student Foundation, and the University Honors Program. I’m excited to be a new member of the Advisory Council and look forward to contributing to meaningful and positive change within the program!
Aaron is a first-year Finance major focused on banking and a commitment to service. On campus he is involved in DSAC, Morton-Finney, the Financial Management Association, the Private Venture Association. He is also a member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity.

Claire Venisnik is a sophomore studying Finance and Risk Management & Insurance who loves to stay involved on campus. Currently, Claire serves as the Vice President of Personal Finance Club and the Marketing Manager for Financial Management Association. Additionally, she is involved in the Morton-Finney Scholars’ Program and Lacy Business Scholars. In her free time, Claire enjoys cooking, baking, reading, and running.
My name is Ben Waters, and I’m from the Twin Cities! I’m a 2028 graduate majoring in Accounting and Risk Management & Insurance, and I also have a minor in Actuarial Science. Beyond the classroom, I’m a Lacy Business Scholar, member of Lambda Chi Alpha, Vice President of Butler’s Club Ultimate Frisbee team, competitor in DECA, and an internal operations employee for Butler Athletics. I’m passionate about seeing growth in myself and others, and I love applying my full self to all my endeavors!







