Ryan A. Lawrence was born and raised in rural Idaho on the family farm, where he learned the value of hard work from a young age. He spent countless hours on the tractor or with the cattle after school to assist his father and grandfather ensuring the farm’s success. Ryan went to Kendrick High School in Kendrick, Idaho where he emerged as a leader among his peers. As a high school
student Ryan championed multiple campaigns to improve Kendrick High School and the Community of Kendrick. He was elected Associated Student Body President at Kendrick his senior year and graduated in 2015. Growing up Ryan was very involved in his church and continues to play a role not only in the local church but at the Synod level as well for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) most notably as a member of the Board of Corporation for Pacific Lutheran University. Ryan went on to attend Boise State University and will graduate
with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Political Science as well as certificate degrees in Leadership/Human Relations and Dispute Resolution in May 2019. In his free time Ryan enjoys the great outdoors through biking, swimming, snowboarding, etc. Ryan also officiates sports in the local communities for basketball and (American) football in addition to his job, school, and community service obligations.
This is a photo from a service in my home congregation in Kendrick Idaho. I am forever grateful for everything all of the members did for me as I grew up in the church and into the person that I am today.
Fun Fact: Blessed Assurance is one of my favorite hymns!