by Eric | 12 Jun 2024 | 2024, Results
2024 Town Champions – Gettysburg
We are thrilled to congratulate the town champions from Gettysburg at Cornhusker Boys’ State 2024. Your hard work, determination, and commitment have truly paid off, and we are proud of your achievement. Your success in this prestigious event is a testament to your leadership skills, teamwork, and dedication. You have represented your town with honor and distinction, and we applaud your outstanding performance. Town champions are crowned after the weeklong camp, during which points are assigned for various accomplishments. Congratulations once again to the champions from Gettysburg!
by Eric | 12 Jun 2024 | 2024, Top Stories, Results
Grant Ruma of Creighton Prep High School (Omaha) and Nikolai Khots of Elkhorn South HS (Omaha) were selected to represent Cornhusker Boys State at the 2024 American Legion Boys Nation program in Washington, D.C. later this summer. American Legion Boys Nation is a week-long program where high school students participate in a hands-on citizenship experience at the federal level. Participants learn about the federal government and its operations through mock senate sessions, leadership development, and visits to historical landmarks in Washington D.C. There are 50 Boys State programs in America. Each program selects two “Senators” to attend this ultra-competitive camp.
Colby Cameron of Millard North High School and Hunter Warnke of Lincoln East High School were selected as alternate delegates to attend the program in the event that the primary delegates are unable to attend.
Grant Ruma of Creighton Prep HS
Nikolai Khots of Elkhorn South HS
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 Eric | 4 Jun 2024 | 2024, Primary Election, Executive, 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 Alex | 3 Jun 2024 | 2024, Results, Town Elections
Sunday night, Cornhusker Boys’ State towns held elections to form their city government. Today, the new governments attended “how-to” workshops and a mock local government simulation. These young leaders have shown dedication and promise in their roles, representing the spirit of democracy and the potential for positive change. Their efforts inspire us all to believe in the power of youth and the principles of good governance.
Meet your 2024 Cornhusker Boys State Town Mayors
Sunday night, Cornhusker Boys’ State towns held elections to form their city government. Today, the new governments attended “how-to” workshops and a mock local government simulation. These young leaders have shown dedication and promise in their roles, representing the spirit of democracy and the potential for positive change. Their efforts inspire us all to believe in the power of youth and the principles of good governance.
