These records are organized by subject and name and arranged alphabetically. Although some presentations are missing pieces, most contain a script, set of slides and an audio cassette. The FFA was originally set up as an organization to be administered directly by the elected student representatives. The National Convention was held in Kansas City 1928-1998. The Smith-Hughes National Vocational Education Act establishes vocational agriculture courses. Rather than attend his neighborhood high school, Flournoy applied to Chicagos magnet school system of specialized studies. At this point the duties and responsibilities of the students and adults shifted. When the board is not in session, a governing committee composed of the board chairman (National FFA Advisor) and two members of the chairman's staff, has the authority of the board to make decisions that require immediate attention. FFA History Flashcards | Quizlet Immediate access may not be allowed for some audio and visual materials due to preservation concerns. 1988. Chaplain- Stationed by the open book or Bible. The U.S. Congress passes Public Law 81-740, which grants the FFA a Federal Charter and stipulates that a U.S. Department of Education staff member be the National FFA Advisor. 1969: FFA membership becomes available to female students. Members still wear the nationally-recognized jackets today, honoring the tradition and history of the FFA. FFA membership totals 451,997 in 7,268 chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Virgin Islands. The second group of records is the office files. H.O. Photographs of the National Conventions, National Officers, and American Stars are the most valuable sources of information, contain the most complete sets of photographs, and are the best identified. 2010: FFA members earn a record 3,449 American FFA Degrees. The public relations files contain the official FFA Calendars, FFA Week publicity, and radio scripts from the 1930s-1940s. Leslie Applegate from New Jersey is elected first national FFA president. The records in this series can also be used to find information regarding important people, events, and programs within the national organization. First Female FFA President Named - The Oklahoman Corey D. Flournoy (1974- ) - BlackPast.org Some landmark decisions, many of which are still seen today, were made at those early get-togethers. What impact did that have on the organization? About Us; FFA Leadership; FFA History; FFA Membership; FFA Alumni and Supporters; Chapter Locator; Media & Brand; FFA Video Center; Educator Resources; Awards & Competitive Events. The collection is arranged into two categories: magazine photographs and subject photographs as far back at 1916. Danville: The Interstate, 1979. Official delegates vote to adopt the jacket as the organization's official dress. FFA membership includes junior high, high school, and college students. (IUPUI University Library call number SPEC COLL S533.F8 T39), Agricultural Education. David Simmons of Alabama is elected as the first national NFA president. The Trustees of Indiana University, Ruth Lilly Special Collections & Archives, Joseph & Mathew Payton Philanthropic Studies Library, https://archives.iupui.edu/handle/2450/2473, https://archives.iupui.edu/dspace/handle/2450/143, https://archives.iupui.edu/dspace/handle/2450/149, https://archives.iupui.edu/dspace/handle/2450/195, https://archives.iupui.edu/dspace/handle/2450/147, https://archives.iupui.edu/dspace/handle/2450/196, https://archives.iupui.edu/dspace/handle/2450/145, https://archives.iupui.edu/handle/2450/142, Biography and Goodwill Tour Booklets, 1967-1990/91, 1992/93, 1994/95-2000/01, 2002/03-2005/06, 1958/59-1967/68, 1971/72-1975/76, 1977/78-1978/79, Journals, 2001/02-2003/04 Available in eArchives (, Review Committee Report by National Officers, 1985, Don McDowell, Executive Director of FFA Foundation, 1972-1973, Information on Outstanding Former FFA Officers, 1961-1962, Agriculture/Agribusiness News and Notes, 1974-1979, Committee on Revision of P.L. 2017 was the centennial celebration of the Smith Hughes Act, Americas first step in transforming education. The best place to find a list of award winners is at the end of this series under Winners-Compiled List for the years up to 1976. 1976, Budget, 1945-1948, 1951-1952, 1957-1959, 1961, 1965, 1967-1992, Correspondence, 1944-1945, 1950, 1968, 1972-1979, Simulated Commodity Marketing Activity, 1988, Executive Committee, 1967-1968, 1970-1973, 1953, 1960-1973, 1976-1977, 1987-1990, 1992, 1994, Bulletins, 1945, 1947, 1949-1958, 1960-1962, Subject (filed alphabetically by subject heading), Star in Farming, 1931-1932, 1934-1991, 1993-1996, 1926, 1928, 1935, 1941-1942, 1945-1947, 1949, 1970, 1976-1979, 1991 (oversized), Proceedings, 1969-1972, 1978-1979, 1985, 1987, 1990-1992, Annual Report Photographs, 1983, 1985, 1991-1992, Foundation Sponsoring Committee, 1944-1995, 1934/35-1 935/36, 1937/38, 1941/42, 1957/58, 1959/60-196 1/62, 1964/65, 1966/67-1967/68, 1969/70, 1973/74, 1988/89, 1990/91, 1992/93-1993/94, 1995/96-1997/98, Community Development (BOAC), 1972-1973, 1981-1991, Energy (Presidents Challenge), 1980-1983, Future Farmers of the Philippines, 1957-1961, International Exchange, 1955-1957, 1967-1968, National Seminar for Computers in Agriculture, 1983-1990, Washington Conference Program/Made for Excellence, This is Vocational Education in Agriculture, 1961, Convention TimeThat Special Feeling, 1983, FFA Week PSAs, 1969-1978, 1980-1982, 1984, Helping Special Needs Students Develop SOE Program. 2011: National FFA Alumni Association celebrates its 40-year anniversary. Nationally, the National FFA Convention & Expo is held once a year in the fall. The National FFA Center houses the National FFA Organization, the National FFA Foundation, and the National FFA Alumni Association. My family always stood behind me, allowing me to find my own vision while providing enthusiasm and support. The FFA's programs are highlighted at the National FFA Convention through the presentation of awards and demonstrations of skill in chosen fields of study.