On October 9, 2026, Dena Wuebker of Versailles was recognized as a recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award during The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) recognition banquet.
Wuebker earned her Bachelor of Science degree from The Ohio State University in 1994 and began her teaching career at Versailles High School, where she dedicated 32 years to agricultural education as an agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor.
Throughout her career, Wuebker demonstrated an unwavering commitment to education, leadership development, and service to her students, school, and community. Through the agricultural education program and FFA, she provided students with opportunities to develop their knowledge, explore career pathways, build leadership skills, and discover the value of service and involvement in their communities. Her dedication helped shape the lives of countless students, encouraging them to become confident leaders and engaged citizens.
The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes individuals who have brought distinction to themselves and the college through their professional accomplishments, participation, commitment, and leadership. This recognition celebrates Wuebker’s lasting contributions to agricultural education, FFA and the positive impact she has made throughout her career.
Wuebker was nominated for this prestigious award by Dr. Tracy Kitchel, Marie Rhoades Carity, and Sonnie Rhoades.
Receiving this recognition from her alma mater is a meaningful milestone in a career that began with a degree from Ohio State and grew into more than three decades of service to agricultural education, FFA and the Versailles community.
Congratulations to Dena Wuebker on being named a 2026 Distinguished Alumna of The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences!
