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2008 National Officer Election Results
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National Chief Jake Wellman
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| Lodge: |
Yah-Tah-Hey-Si-Kess |
| Council: |
Great Southwest |
| Section: |
W-5A |
| Hometown: |
Albuquerque, NM |
| Age: |
18 |
| School: |
Cibola High School |
| Scouting Background: |
Eagle Scout from Troop 174 in Albuquerque, NM. He served as the the Assistant Program Director at Camp Frank Rand in 2006, and served on Jamboree Shows Staff in 2005. |
| OA Background:
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Has attended NCLS, NLS, Wilderness Voyage, Trail Crew, and Ocean Adventure. Served on the 2006 NOAC staff and served as the Summit Vice Chief of Events at NCLS in 2007. |
| Thoughts: |
"This opportunity to serve is unique and a great honor. I hope that this year brings memorable experiences and a renewed obligation to Arrowmen across the nation!" |
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National Vice Chief Benjamin Stilwill
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| Lodge: |
Gabe-Shi-Win-Gi-Ji-Kens |
| Council: |
Chief Okemos |
| Section: |
C-2B |
| Hometown: |
Okemos, MI |
| Age: |
18 |
| School: |
DePauw University |
| Scouting Background: |
Eagle Scout from Troop 109 in Okemos, MI. |
| OA Background:
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Has attended OA Trail Crew, Wilderness Voyage, and has served on NLS and NOAC Staff. Ben is a two term section chief and a past lodge chief. |
| Hobbies:
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Tennis, String Bass, and Piano |
| Thoughts: |
"At first it was a little overwhelming, but I am very excited to serve the Order, and look forward to the opportunity to serve as the National Vice Chief!" |
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2008 Region Chiefs
Central Region Chief Tyler Elliott
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| Lodge: |
Tarhe |
| Council: |
Tecumseh |
| Section: |
C-4B |
| Hometown: |
Springfield, OH |
| Age: |
19 |
| School: |
University of Cincinnati |
| Scouting Background: |
Eagle Scout from Troop 439 in Fairborn,
OH |
| OA Background:
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Tyler is a two time lodge chief and
section conclave chairman. He has attended NOAC
(2004, 2006), NCLS and NLS. He has attended OAOA
and Wilderness voyage. |
| Hobbies:
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Hiking, camping, Future Educators of
America |
| Thoughts: |
"I am completely ecstatic about how
amazing 2008 will be and stoked!" |
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Northeast Region Chief Patrick Rooney
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| Lodge: |
Amangamek-Wipit |
| Council: |
National Capital Area Council #82 |
| Section: |
NE-4C |
| Hometown: |
Springfield, VA |
| Age: |
18 |
| School: |
George Mason University - Government and International Politics |
| Scouting Background: |
Eagle Scout from Troop 859 in Springfield, VA. |
| OA Background:
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Patrick has attended many national events. He attended NOAC (2004, 2006), NLS, SOS, and NCLS. In addition to serving as the region chief, Patrick has served as a lodge, chapter and section chief. |
| Hobbies:
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Having a good time! |
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Southern Region Chief Mason Thomas
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| Lodge: |
Muscogee |
| Council: |
Indian Waters |
| Section: |
S-5 |
| Hometown: |
West Columbia, SC |
| Age: |
19 |
| School: |
University of South Carolina |
| Scouting Background: |
Mason is a member of Troop 339 in Cayce,
SC. He is an Eagle Scout and a member of several camp
staffs. Over the years, Mason has served on Staff at
Camp Barstow (2005, 2006, and 2007), as well as Camp Old
Indian (2006).
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| OA Background:
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Mason is Vigil Honor and Founder's Award recipient, and has attended various national events. He has attended: NOAC (2002, 2004, 2006), Wilderness Voyage, NLS (2005, 2006, 2007), NCLS, and SOS (2006, 2007). Mason is a past lodge and chapter chief. |
| Thoughts: |
"I am humbled to be able to serve the Southern Region for this upcoming year. Meeting outstanding
Arrowmen from around the country, and having the opportunity to get to know them will be a truly exciting experience." |
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Western Region Chief Mark Hendricks
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| Lodge: |
Wa-La-Moot-Kin |
| Council: |
Blue Mountain |
| Section: |
W-1C |
| Hometown: |
Richland, WA |
| Age: |
19 |
| School: |
Harvey Mudd College |
| Scouting Background: |
Mark is an Eagle Scout and assistant scoutmaster from
Troop 237, chartered to Westside United Protestant
Church. |
| OA Background:
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Mark is a past lodge chief of Wa-La-Moot-Kin Lodge and
is a three-term Section W-1C chief. He is a Vigil Honor
and Founder’s award recipient. Mark attended OA Trail
Crew in 2004 and 2005 and OA Wilderness Voyage in 2006.
He served on the staff for NOAC in 2004 and 2006, as
well as serving on staff during the National Jamboree
and NCLS. |
| Hobbies:
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Intramural Sports, Backpacking, Hiking, Jogging, Skiing |
| Thoughts: |
"2008 is going to be an amazing year.
I'm excited to work with the Arrowmen from the West and
I can't wait for ArrowCorps5." |
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