By Anwita Puttam – News Editor

Sophomore Isla McKeand is an Editor for the Jonathan Law Key Club. Advocate News Editor Anwita Puttam interviewed McKnead about her decision to run for Lieutenant Governor and her experiences in Key Club.

Anwita Puttam: How has Key Club gone so far this year? 

Isla McKeand: Key Club has been going great. We have had multiple successful fundraisers and have been fortunate enough to provide meals for Law families through our food drives.

AP: Are you excited for DECON? What are you most excited for?

IM: I am very excited to attend DECON this year. I am looking forward to not only seeing the friends I have made but also the new opportunities that this trip provides. 

AP: Why is the DECON trip such a good experience?

IM: Attending DECON is such an amazing experience for multiple reasons. You get the opportunity to attend workshops, win awards, and meet so many new friends.

AP: How has it been preparing for Lieutenant Givernor?

IM: It has been exciting preparing for the upcoming election for the District’s new Lieutenant Governor. I have had to put a lot of thought into coming up with a speech and preparing for any questions delegates have.

AP: What advice do you have for anyone interested in getting on the Key Club board?

IM: I highly recommend the District Board to anyone who is interested. Although this is my first year running, I know multiple people who have run for district positions and have had so many positive experiences because of it. As someone who has attended multiple district events, you get to meet so many new people and learn lots of new things. In my experience, only positive things have come out of it.