South Dakota Student Federation

Samuel Brumfield serves as the Executive Director of the South Dakota Student Federation for the 2025–2026 academic year. He is a fourth-year student at Northern State University, pursuing a double major in Biochemistry and Biology with two associate degrees in Biotechnology and Communication Studies.
At Northern, Sam has served as Student Body President, Chief Policy Officer, and a CAS Senator in the Student Government Association. He also spent three years competing in Division II basketball, worked as a Senior Resident Assistant, and co-founded and currently serves as Director of Growth and Development for the NSU MEDLIFE chapter, which expands community and global outreach for medical services.

Outside of campus leadership, Sam is a licensed private pilot, training for his instrument rating, and is actively working toward his goal of becoming a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot. He also works as a personal basketball trainer and runs development camps for younger players. Above all, Sam is driven by his faith and aims to bring servitude, representation, and excellence to the South Dakota student body.

Bailey Froelich serves as the President of the South Dakota Student Federation for the 2025–2026 academic year. She is a senior at Black Hills State University, completing her degree in Business and Human Resource Management. After graduation, Bailey plans to continue working in higher education, focusing on human resources or student affairs.

At Black Hills State University, Bailey also serves as President of the Student Senate and has held several leadership roles across campus organizations. Alongside her student government involvement, she works in multiple university offices, including Admissions, where she leads campus tours and assists prospective students. Outside of her academic and leadership commitments, Bailey enjoys spending time in the Black Hills—often paddle boarding, hiking, or practicing yoga.

Jacob Vostad serves as the Vice President of the South Dakota Student Federation for the 2025–2026 academic year. He is a senior at South Dakota Mines, majoring in Chemical Engineering. In addition to his role within the Federation, Jacob serves as President of the Student Association at South Dakota Mines, where he advocates for student interests and helps strengthen collaboration between university leadership and the student body.

Outside of his academic and leadership roles, Jacob is involved in choir, leads a Christian nonprofit organization, and remains active in his local church. He also enjoys returning to the cattle ranch where he grew up—a place that continues to shape his values of hard work, stewardship, and faith. After graduation, Jacob plans to pursue a career in the energy industry while also rebuilding and maintaining his family’s multi-generational ranching operation.