LEADERSHIP
Margo (she/her) brings a deep commitment to UKirk SMU, where she has served as intern, board member, and now Interim Campus Minister and Executive Director. She holds a Master of Divinity from Perkins School of Theology and has worked as a chaplain at Parkland Hospital’s Level 1 Trauma Center. When Margo is not at UKirk, she serves as the Associate Pastor at White Rock UMC.
INTERIM CAMPUS MINISTER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Rev. Margo Moore
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Melissa Whitler
Melissa (they/them) has been involved with UKirk SMU since 2021, first as a student and now as the Assistant Director. Melissa brings their deep commitment to students and their longstanding connection to UKirk to their continued work with the ministry. When not at UKirk, Melissa works in Division of Enrollment Services at SMU.
Graduate Assistant
Maddie Wiltse
Maddie Wiltse (she/her) is serving as a Graduate Assistant for UKirk SMU while working on her Master of Divinity degree from Perkins School of Theology (SMU). She joined UKirk last year and instantly felt at home in the community of belonging and faith. Maddie is passionate about connecting with others and helping people grow spiritually, emotionally, and mentally.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP TEAM
Our student leadership team plans programming, leads in worship, and provides visioning throughout the school year.
If you are interested in learning more about student leadership, email Margo.
President: Gabby English
Treasurer: Marlen Gonzales
Members-at-Large: Walker Homan, Allison Martin, Julia Millen, Isaac Nyberg, Maggie Qui & Alayna Welch
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Our Board of Directors provides guidance, governance, and fiscal oversight to the ministry.
New directors are elected each year; if you are interested in serving, contact Rev. Whitney Wilkinson Arreche.
Board Chair: Rev. Whitney Wilkinson Arreche
Treasurer: Caroline Hamilton
Members-at-Large: Rev. Nicole Bates, Ed Garcia, Greg Homan, Holly Martin, Rev. Rachael McConnell & Tricia Whitler