Indiana FFA to Elect New State Officer Team

INDIANAPOLIS (June 9, 2025)- Ten individuals will compete for seven Indiana FFA state officer spots during the 96th Indiana State Convention. During the upcoming year, these individuals will serve as president, secretary, northern region vice president, southern region vice president, treasurer, reporter and sentinel. The Indiana State Convention will be held on June 16-19 in West Lafayette at Purdue University.

The officer announcement will take place on June 19, after the completion of a rigorous interview and selection process.

The convention will be filled with leadership workshops, banquets and trade shows. The State Association invites over 14,400 Indiana FFA members to take part of this opportunity.

"I've had the privilege of meeting with many FFA members this year, and every one of them has been a perfect example of the hardworking Hoosier spirit," Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith said. "Our state is extremely proud of them, and I am thrilled at the opportunity to get to know each of the new officers."

The newly-elected officers will oversee the development of the chapters and provide direction during events and contests. They will visit FFA chapters, host career and leadership development events and execute leadership conferences, to name a few.

"Our state has talented individuals with passion, commitment, and a strong work ethic," said Don Lamb, Indiana State Department of Agriculture director. "I wish each and every candidate the best as they head into State Convention."

The 10 Indiana FFA State Officer candidates are:

• Lauren Argotte - Lebanon FFA
• Jenna Lawler - Rushville FFA
• Kaitlyn Maruzewski - Tri Central FFA
• Calvin Myers - Bloomfield FFA
• Emma Ruf - Connersville FFA
• Jesus Santana - North Miami FFA
• Lily Sloan - Jennings County FFA
• Landon Summerlot - Owen Valley FFA
• Erianna Vela - Prairie Heights FFA
• Emma Woodall - South Putnam FFA

"The Indiana FFA team is incredibly proud of these candidates and all the hard work they have contributed to this process," said Tami Ketchen, Indiana FFA director. "Each individual should be proud and is deserving of this accomplishment."

The 2025-2026 Indiana FFA state officer team will be announced on June 19 on inffa.org and on Indiana FFA's social media channels.

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