Boone, North Carolina ∙ Appalachian State University

Originally from Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, Juan Pablo “JP” Neri is a student at Appalachian State University studying History and Political Science. A passionate advocate, JP has been actively involved in various student organizations, culminating with his time as the university’s Student Body President. Together with other campus leaders, he spearheaded an overhaul of the Student Government Association to improve its equity and mission.

JP works as a Substitute Teacher, Campus Tour Guide, and also serves as the Student Fundraising Coordinator with App Builds a Home, a partnership between App State and Habitat for Humanity.