Introducing the new Blue Ribbon Foundation intern...

March 12, 2012
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My name is Jenna Mushro and I am a student at Drake University, more than excited to start here at the Blue Ribbon Foundation. As a junior studying public relations, marketing and English, I am thrilled to have the real world work experience I am already getting at my second week at the BRF.

I am from Apple Valley, a suburb of the Twin Cities (yes, I have heard comments in Iowa about my Minnesooota accent!). Last year I finally had the chance to attend the Iowa State Fair, what an eye opening day! At the end of the day at the fair my feet were sore and I consumed A LOT of delicious food. The pain and calories were definitely worth it. I am excited to be a part of the fair that nothing compares and see the hard work and enthusiasm that goes into making it the best fair in the country.

A little more about myself..I love sports. I have been involved in soccer and volleyball since I could walk, and I became passionate about running since I joined my high school cross country team. I bleed purple and yellow. The Vikings games consume most of my weekends during NFL season, hopefully they won't dampen most of my Sundays next season!

Currently, I am wrapping up a public relations campaign competition with the Drake University Public Relations Student Society of America Bateman team. Along with four other students, I worked diligently on creating awareness of childhood obesity and promoting healthy living in the Des Moines community. Through our Healthy Kids Relays event, flash zumba mob at Jordan Creek Mall, YMCA carnivals and several presentations to schools and community organizations, we had great success. Now we are creating the write-up to send to New York judges, fingers crossed we are a finalist!

I am honored to have the opportunity to work on the Iowan of the Day program that recognizes ten outstanding Iowans at the 2012 Iowa State Fair. Those who go out of their way to help others deserve this great award. In that case, here is my first of many reminders in the next few months..don't forget to nominate a star Iowan for this award by July 1. I know it might seem a bit early for July deadline announcements, but we all know how fast time flies!

Click here for more Iowan of the Day information.

Jenna Mushro