Blair, NE - The State German Student Convention will be held Saturday, April 26, at Dana College in Blair, NE, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than 260 high school and junior high school students will compete in 29 competitions and enjoy other non-competitive activities during the day. More than 40 teachers, professors and parents are volunteering their time as judges and seminar leaders. This convention has a history of more than 35 years here in Nebraska.

Students will compete with musical performances, skits, poetry recitation, spelling, extemporaneous speaking, poster art, cake baking, knowledge bowl and more. Seminars include food preparation, business presentations, films and games.

Students from fifteen schools including Andersen Middle, Bellevue East, Bellevue West, Blair, Burke, Creighton Prep, Columbus, Gretna, Lincoln East, Millard North Middle, Millard North, Millard South, Millard West, Platteview, Westside High will participate.

If you have questions or would like more information, please call Jenny Lemmerman at (402) 426-7216 or e-mail lemmerman.jenny@dana.edu.

Dana College is a private, Lutheran college located in Blair, NE. Through highly supportive faculty and campus community, Dana students develop exceptional interpersonal skills, leadership roles and personal values. Students also gain essential knowledge and confidence to make the best choices for their future. Dana’s outstanding academic programs ensure that students have the skills and experience necessary to pursue challenging careers or placement into graduate school. To learn more, visit www.dana.edu or call 800-444-DANA.