Shelby Whitaker

Agricultural Communication & Ag Sales and Marketing | 2025

Valparaiso, Indiana

Shelby Whitaker is a Sophomore double-majoring in Agricultural Communication and Ag Sales and Marketing, while also pursuing a minor in Studio Art and Design. While growing up in Valparaiso, IN, she was extremely ambitious and involved in many community activities. Since arriving at Purdue her involvement has not slowed, and she is involved in a variety of organizations that give back on and off campus, these include; Block and Bridle, being an ASEC Ambassador, Vice President of Collegiate 4-H, and Ag Council Rep for Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (ACT).

In her free time, Shelby enjoys spending time with her friends, going to the gym, and painting. After graduating, she hopes to begin work at a large agricultural company in their marketing department. Shelby is looking forward to starting her PFSB journey, and can't wait to make new connections, grow, and give back to the Purdue Community!