Chelsea Murdock Crowned 500 Festival Queen Scholar: A New Chapter Begins

Chelsea Murdock from Fishers, Indiana, has been honored as the 2025 500 Festival Queen Scholar. The Ball State University sophomore received her crown on May 17 at the 500 Festival Breakfast held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Murdock stands among 33 participants in the Princess Program, a platform that empowers college-age women as ambassadors for their communities and institutions. This initiative enriches the cultural fabric of both Indianapolis and Indiana, promoting awareness of the festival's storied legacy. Participants, representing 17 universities and 20 communities, boast an impressive average GPA of 3.70, alongside notable leadership and civic engagement. Murdock, studying secondary English education, is deeply involved in student leadership roles. She emphasized that meaningful leadership is defined by impactful, individual connections. She will attend significant events throughout the year. For further details, visit 500festival.com/Princess.