Orr Fellowship welcomes new cohort of Fellows for 2025

Premier Indiana post-undergraduate program expands statewide impact with new cohort, strengthening Indiana’s workforce & leadership pipeline

Orr Fellowship, an early career development program for versatile high-achievers and future-focused businesses in Indianapolis and Evansville, announced today its newest cohort of Fellows for 2025. Seventy-four college seniors have been matched with leading Indiana-based partner companies and will begin their Fellowships upon graduation in January 2025 for December graduates and June 2025 for May graduates.

Since 2001, Orr Fellowship has been helping talented college graduates launch their careers while shaping future Indianapolis business and community leaders with the addition of Evansville this year. Over two years, Fellows gain hands-on experience working full-time with one of 60 partner companies in fields like marketing, consulting, engineering and tech. Beyond their day-to-day roles, Fellows grow through opportunities like hearing from top executives, taking on nonprofit consulting projects and learning essential life skills, such as managing personal finances.

This year’s Fellows, formally selected after Finalist Day interviews in Indianapolis and Evansville, will gain unparalleled career development, an expedited pathway into the Kelley Evening MBA program, formal leadership training and community building within Indiana’s thriving business ecosystem. The program’s growth ensures a pipeline of qualified talent that directly impacts Indiana’s economic and entrepreneurial landscape.

“We are thrilled to welcome this new group of talented individuals to Orr Fellowship,” Orr Fellowship President Steven Emch said. “These Fellows demonstrate the leadership potential and innovative thinking that will drive Indiana’s business community forward. With the addition of the Evansville Region chapter, we are expanding our reach across the state and cultivating a network of leaders committed to Indiana’s growth and success.”

Below is the full list of Fellows joining Orr Fellowship this year:

Indianapolis Chapter

• Karina McDougle, Ball State University
• Morgan Hagerty, Ball State University
• Zachary Hamilton, Butler University
• Ellie Howe, Butler University
• Chloe Perkins, Butler University
• Aidan Lee, Butler University
• Destiny Cherry, Butler University
• Kevin Van Ek, Butler University
• Kendall Mann, DePauw University
• Emiliano Quintanilla, DePauw University
• Carl Gutwein, Grand Canyon University
• Jackson Taylor, Indiana State University
• Naman Satsangi, Indiana University Bloomington
• Ellison McAtee, Indiana University Bloomington
• Mikayla Owens, Indiana University Bloomington
• Jack Kenny, Indiana University Bloomington
• Isaac Leichty, Indiana University Bloomington
• Olivia Lux, Indiana University Bloomington
• Samantha Avila Ramos, Indiana University Bloomington
• Jose Antonio Kaufmann, Indiana University Bloomington
• Cate Jensen, Indiana University Bloomington
• Rayan Duffy, Indiana University Bloomington
• Vanessa Castro, Indiana University Bloomington
• Dane Spencer, Indiana University Bloomington
• Avery Cook, Indiana Wesleyan University
• Ian Bailey, Indiana Wesleyan University
• Jade Nutley, Indiana Wesleyan University
• Luci Woodrum, Marian University
• Mackendzie Dresbaugh, Marian University
• Jakob Davis, Marian University
• Owen Pittman, Marian University
• Logan Smith, Marian University
• Kyndall Bailey, Purdue University
• Lily Renke, Purdue University
• Reid Brenton, Purdue University
• Katherine Swack, Purdue University
• Adeline Waltz, Purdue University
• Tejasvi Bhagwatkar, Purdue University
• Lydia Barber, Purdue University
• Tally Seitz, Purdue University
• Patrick Kiefer, Purdue University
• Isabel Chalfant, Purdue University
• Grant Gottlieb, Purdue University
• Vaishnavi Kuppa, Purdue University
• William Messmer, Purdue University
• Lily Urbanski, Purdue University
• Hannah Williamson, Purdue University
• Adeline Lindsay, Purdue University
• Jenna Vander Ark, Taylor University
• Emma Gayed, Taylor University
• Kayla Malmquist, Taylor University
• Audrey Grimm, Taylor University
• Kaleb Kolpien, Taylor University
• Michael Pacer, Trine University
• Lauren Young, University of Notre Dame
• Olivia DeLise, University of Notre Dame
• Mark Stolte, Wabash College
• Seth Acero, Wabash College
• Benjamin Wallace, Wabash College
• Ryan Papandria, Wabash College
• Andres Peralta, Wabash College

Evansville Chapter

• Abigail Hornacek, Capital University
• Grace Wagner, Clemson University
• Abigail Ewing, Hanover College
• Krya Ulrey, Indiana University Bloomington
• Abigail Hobrough, Indiana University Bloomington
• Andrew Worthington, Indiana University Bloomington
• Emma Schmidt, Purdue University
• Heath Doll, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
• Sam Voss, Taylor University
• Austin Griffin, University of Evansville
• Ryleigh Evans, University of Southern Indiana
• Corey McClure, Valparaiso University
• William Morris, Wabash College

For the first time, the new Orr Fellowship cohort includes graduates from Clemson University, Capital University and Grand Canyon University, further expanding its national reach.

This year’s cohort includes Fellows matched with a diverse range of companies, from startups to established global enterprises. Partner companies span across Greater Indianapolis and the Southwest Indiana region.

Partner companies include:

• 120Water
• Anu
• Blackink IT
• Deaconess Health System
• Denison Parking
• dormakaba
• Elate
• Heritage Federal Credit Union
• High Alpha
• Indiana University
• InGen Technologies Inc.
• Koch Industries
• Old National Bank
• Robert Dietrick Company
• The Heritage Group
• Toyota (TMMI)
• United Companies
• Warehouse Services Inc.
• Welborn Baptist Foundation
• Your Money Line
• And more

“Old National is proud to partner with Orr Fellowship in 2025,” Old National Chairman and CEO Jim Ryan said. “This partnership is our way of supporting and empowering the next generation of leaders who will help make a lasting impact on Indiana’s future.”

Building a strong sense of community is at the heart of Orr Fellowship. This commitment shines through in the program’s impact with more than 84 percent of its alumni staying in Indiana after completing their fellowship, playing a key role in helping the state keep its brightest talent.

Orr Fellowship continues to accept applications from interested partner companies. To become an Orr Fellowship partner company, apply here. Upcoming college seniors who are interested in joining future cohorts can express interest here.