Hey! My name is Aiden Hornback and I'm one of the Lodging Coordinators for Bike4Alz Team 13! A little bit about me: I’m from Louisville, Kentucky, and a current junior at WKU. I’m studying Biology with a completed Psychology minor and am also a member of the Pre Dental Society, Rural Health Scholars, ODK, and Order of Omega, as well as the Secretary of AMSA. I decided to rush FIJI during my freshman fall semester and was honored to win accolades like ‘Best Dancer in FIJI’ twice while also being elected to the fraternity’s cabinet. After being FIJI’s 2024 Historian, I wanted to take on another meaningful challenge after my term ended, so I applied for Bike4Alz.

The biggest reason I joined, however, is because of my Gramps, who suffered from late-stage dementia when I was in middle school. Watching him slowly forget me was one of the most heartbreaking experiences of my life. This journey isn't just a ride—it's a tribute to him and a pledge to all families affected by Alzheimer's. While these memories sometimes feel like a burden, they ultimately inspire me to honor his memory and fight for others through this once-in-a-lifetime ride.