U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra representing Iowa's 4th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra representing Iowa's 4th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra announced Ella Strudthoff as the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District. Strudthoff, a senior at Gilbert High School, received this recognition for her artwork titled "Reunion."
In addition, three runners-up were announced: Ben Waddle and Ella Grail, both from Ames High School, and Autumn Bousema from Unity Christian High School. Their artworks will be displayed in Rep. Feenstra's district offices located in Sioux City, Council Bluffs, and Fort Dodge. Waddle’s piece is called “Our Place in the Universe,” Grail’s is “Almost Home,” and Bousema’s is “The Dutch Siblings.”
Representative Feenstra expressed admiration for Strudthoff’s winning piece. “‘Reunion’ — which depicts a military couple embracing — was especially moving to me as members of the Iowa National Guard will embark on an active-duty deployment at the end of May," said Rep. Feenstra. He also conveyed his thanks to all students who participated in the competition, commending the artwork of the runners-up.
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