by Eric | 12 Jun 2024 | 2024, General Election, Executive
Grant Ruma of Creighton Prep High School, 2024 Governor of Cornhusker Boys’ State
Grant Ruma of Ft. Calhoun and Omaha’s Creighton Prep High School was elected the governor of Cornhusker Boys State 2024. He is a citizen of the Boys State town of Yorktown. Congratulations on a well-run campaign! Also, congratulations to the runner-up, Luke Glasgow of Omaha’s Millard North High School. Governor Ruma was sworn in at the Saturday graduation ceremony, where outgoing Governor
2023 Governor Anish Amin of Millard North stepped down in a peaceful transition of power.
L to R Cornhusker Boys’ State President Doug Boldt, Grant Ruma, Luke Glasgow, Governor Jim Pillen
by Alex | 7 Jun 2024 | 2024, Judicial, Recent Posts
On Tuesday the judicial process kicked off as the Boys’ State Judicial Committees convened to review candidates seeking appointments for District Judge and for the State Supreme Court. Following committee interviews, the finalists met with Anish Amin, the current Governor of Cornhusker Boys’ State, for final selections. Final appointments are listed below.
2024 Cornhusker Boys’ State Judicial Appointments
Chief Justice
Tanner P. Barry – Gettysburg
Associate Justices – Pearcy County
Jaxson Chase – Bunker Hill
Isaac Weeder – Bunker Hill
Adrian Vazquez – Yorktown
Associate Justices – Seehafer County
Casey J. Olson – Manila Bay
Tucker J. Ingram – Belleau Wood
Connor Tyerman – Manila
District Judges – Pearcy County
Isaac Hestermann – Bunker Hill
Owen Vyhnalek – Valley Forge
District Judges – Seehafer County
Hayden Findlay – Bataan
Matthew Schwaderer – Belleau Wood
On Wednesday, June 7 the judicial program resumed as attorneys were assigned cases. Judges and attorneys then began researching and preparing for cases to be heard in the County/District Courts. Thursday, four cases were heard in each County/District Court. The judicial program concluded on Friday as the Boys’ State Supreme Court heard four cases, including two at the Nebraska State Capital in the Supreme Court chamber.
The cases argued this week are current United States Supreme Court cases. United States v. Rahimi, City of Grants Pass v. Johnson, Moody v. NetChoice, and Lindke v. Freed.
by Eric | 5 Jun 2024 | 2024, Legislative, Top Stories, Uncategorized
Members of the Cornhusker Boys State Legislature were elected Sunday night during town elections. The 2024 session convened on Monday afternoon and started with the election of leadership from among the 49-member model unicameral. Speaker of the Legislature Nikolai Khots of Omaha (Elkhorn South) was elected after three rounds of voting. The body also elected Clerk of the Legislature Nicholas Li of Lincoln (Lincoln East), Assistant Clerk of the Legislature James Heyne of Lincoln (Lincoln Pius X), Sergeant-at-Arms Esten Hyde of Auburn, and Chaplain Luke Bartlett of Elkhorn (Elkhorn High). Congratulations to our 2024 leadership!
by Eric | 4 Jun 2024 | 2024, Executive, Primary Election, Featured Stories
At Cornhusker Boys State, high school juniors from across Nebraska engage in a week-long immersion in civic education and political engagement. One of the program’s most exciting aspects is the campaign process, where students vie for elected positions, including governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general. Through spirited campaigning, passionate advocacy, and Election Day anticipation, delegates experience firsthand the democratic process in action.
Beyond the thrill of the campaign, Cornhusker Boys State offers a comprehensive exploration of citizenship and leadership. Delegates participate in workshops, interact with elected officials, and develop a deeper understanding of civic responsibility. This transformative experience equips young leaders with the skills and insights needed to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.
by Eric | 11 Jun 2023 | Legislative, 2023, Top Stories
The Cornhusker Boys’ State Unicameral Legislature held its Friday session in the historic Warner Chambers of the Nebraska State Capitol. The experience is a highlight of their week, holding their final session in this grand setting.
