
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors serves as the organization’s governing body, responsible for overseeing its financial, legal, and structural integrity. Composed of alumni, advisors, and student representatives, the Board ensures NCSL’s long-term stability, provides guidance to student leadership, and upholds its mission as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Joseph Gbedji
Chairperson of the Board
School: Campbell University
Ex Officio

Raymond Allen
Vice Chairperson of the Board
School: Campbell University
Ex Officio

Rep. Terry Brown Jr.
Board Member
Alma Mater: Campbell Law School
Alumni

Jenn Riemer
Board Member
Alma Mater: Elon University
Alumni

Dr. Thomas Varacalli
Board Member
Faculty Advisor: Belmont Abbey College

Dr. Catherine Cowling
Board Member
Faculty Advisor: Campbell University

Dr. Thomas Kerr
Board Member
Faculty Advisor: Elon University

Dr. Eric Heberlig
Board Member
Faculty Advisor: UNC - Charlotte

Dr. Christopher Cooper
Board Member
Faculty Advisor: Western Carolina University
