Senate Page Joshua Ofodile and Senator John Boozman

WASHINGTON–– Haas Hall Academy student Joshua Ofodile spent part of his summer navigating the halls of the U.S. Capitol serving as a Senate Page.

“It wasmy honor and privilege to play a role in the processes of the greatest deliberative body in the world. Witnessing senators make speeches, debates, and votes with nationwide implications was an eye-opening and life-changing experience,” Ofodile said.

Ofodile served as one of 48 Senate Pages who prepared the Senate chamber for the day’s business by distributing documents to the senators’ desks, assisting in the cloakrooms, supporting chamber staff; and, when Congress is in session, sitting near the dais waiting to help senators.

The 17-year-old rising senior in Fayetteville earned his appointment to the position from U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR).

“This was a unique opportunity for Joshua to engage in the legislative process. I appreciate all the help he provided the Senate while serving as a Page. I’m certain it is an experience he will always remember. Arkansans can be proud of him representing our state in this prestigious program,” Boozman said.

Ofodile is an accomplished high school student. He placed first in the Arkansas Economics Challenge and served as head delegate at Arkansas Model Arab League. He was also selected as a University of Notre Dame 2023 Leadership Seminars Program participant. He has a passion for serving his community and hopes to pursue a career in public service.

Joshua is the son of Uche Ofodile. 

The Senate Page program started in 1829 when Senator Daniel Webster appointed the first Senate Page. Today, the program is a unique, highly selective opportunity for high school juniors with a strong academic standing to learn firsthand about the institution often referred to as “the world’s greatest deliberative body.”