2024-2025 Executive Cabinet
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Isaac Celedon
President
Isaac Celedon is currently a third year majoring in Economics and Political Science. He is also pursuing a Legal Studies Minor and a Human Rights Certificate. He is from Boise, Idaho and has intended to attend Boise State University since he was young. In the future, he aspires to become a successful lawyer, providing legal counsel to businesses or institutions in higher education that are dedicated to making a positive impact in their communities. Isaac is also heavily involved across campus by being in ASBSU, a Bronco Shop Ambassador, Delta Upsilon, the Institute for Advancing American Values, Alpha Kappa Psi, the Student Philanthropy Board, Pre-Law Society, and The Corral.Â
The President is in charge of setting the vision and direction of ASBSU, serving as the primary diplomat and representative of ASBSU to the university and the community at large.
Isaac Celedon is currently a third year majoring in Economics and Political Science. He is also pursuing a Legal Studies Minor and a Human Rights Certificate. He is from Boise, Idaho and has intended to attend Boise State University since he was young. In the future, he aspires to become a successful lawyer, providing legal counsel to businesses or institutions in higher education that are dedicated to making a positive impact in their communities. Isaac is also heavily involved across campus by being in ASBSU, a Bronco Shop Ambassador, Delta Upsilon, the Institute for Advancing American Values, Alpha Kappa Psi, the Student Philanthropy Board, Pre-Law Society, and The Corral.Â
The President is in charge of setting the vision and direction of ASBSU, serving as the primary diplomat and representative of ASBSU to the university and the community at large.
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Kate Perkes
Vice President
Kate Perkes, a sophomore at Boise State University, is pursuing a major in Business Administration with a minor in Nonprofit Management and a certificate in Hospitality. As the 2023-2024 National American Miss Nevada Teen, Kate is deeply committed to community representation and empowerment, with a particular focus on service work and educational outreach. In addition to her pageant title, Kate plays an active role in campus life. Her involvement extends to the Honors College Service Committee and her sorority, Zeta Tau Alpha, where she supports Breast Cancer Education and Awareness. Kate is also a member of The Corral Student Section, and her enthusiasm is evident in her efforts towards Boise State athletics, as she passionately cheers for Bronco Nation from the field, court, or gym. With her drive and commitment, Kate is honored to represent the Bronco community and looks forward to making a lasting, positive impact at Boise State University.
The Vice President assists the president in all areas and is in charge of chairing and representing the General Assembly.
Kate Perkes, a sophomore at Boise State University, is pursuing a major in Business Administration with a minor in Nonprofit Management and a certificate in Hospitality. As the 2023-2024 National American Miss Nevada Teen, Kate is deeply committed to community representation and empowerment, with a particular focus on service work and educational outreach. In addition to her pageant title, Kate plays an active role in campus life. Her involvement extends to the Honors College Service Committee and her sorority, Zeta Tau Alpha, where she supports Breast Cancer Education and Awareness. Kate is also a member of The Corral Student Section, and her enthusiasm is evident in her efforts towards Boise State athletics, as she passionately cheers for Bronco Nation from the field, court, or gym. With her drive and commitment, Kate is honored to represent the Bronco community and looks forward to making a lasting, positive impact at Boise State University.
The Vice President assists the president in all areas and is in charge of chairing and representing the General Assembly.
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Nick Lloyd
Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs
Nick Lloyd is a senior dual degree student studying accounting and finance from Eagle, Idaho. Outside of ASBSU, where he served as a Senator for the past two years, he is the president of Beta Alpha Psi, and an officer in five other student organizations. Most notably, Nick has helped lead fundraising of over $100,000 in the last three years for Boise State’s Feed The Funnel event. Nick recently spent his summer in Seattle as an intern for Microsoft where he plans to return upon graduation. Outside of his professional and academic involvement, Nick can be found spending his free time outdoors snowboarding, camping, or on the river.
The AVPAA is the primary student representative on all academic issues, they are responsible for meeting with university administration and faculty on behalf of ASBSU and are in charge of chairing and representing the Academic Senate.
Nick Lloyd is a senior dual degree student studying accounting and finance from Eagle, Idaho. Outside of ASBSU, where he served as a Senator for the past two years, he is the president of Beta Alpha Psi, and an officer in five other student organizations. Most notably, Nick has helped lead fundraising of over $100,000 in the last three years for Boise State’s Feed The Funnel event. Nick recently spent his summer in Seattle as an intern for Microsoft where he plans to return upon graduation. Outside of his professional and academic involvement, Nick can be found spending his free time outdoors snowboarding, camping, or on the river.
The AVPAA is the primary student representative on all academic issues, they are responsible for meeting with university administration and faculty on behalf of ASBSU and are in charge of chairing and representing the Academic Senate.
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Natalie Rivera
Associate Vice President of Financial Affairs
Natalie Rivera is a first-generation BSU student entering her third year, majoring in Business Administration and Human Resources with a minor in Non-Profit. She grew up in Meridian, Idaho where she found her love for the outdoors, leadership, and volunteering. She hopes to one day have a non-profit organization of her own, raising money for kid’s education. She loved being involved across campus by being a part of the Student Philanthropy Board, Honors College, Women in Business Association, ASBSU, and is the BSU Dining Ambassador.Â
The AVPFA is the primary representative of student organizations to ASBSU and is responsible for chairing and managing the Funding Board.
Natalie Rivera is a first-generation BSU student entering her third year, majoring in Business Administration and Human Resources with a minor in Non-Profit. She grew up in Meridian, Idaho where she found her love for the outdoors, leadership, and volunteering. She hopes to one day have a non-profit organization of her own, raising money for kid’s education. She loved being involved across campus by being a part of the Student Philanthropy Board, Honors College, Women in Business Association, ASBSU, and is the BSU Dining Ambassador.Â
The AVPFA is the primary representative of student organizations to ASBSU and is responsible for chairing and managing the Funding Board.
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Ethan LaHaug
Associate Vice President of Ethics Affairs and Government Relations Officer
Ethan is a senior at Boise State studying psychology and political science. He was born and raised in Boise but also lived in Virginia and Taiwan as a child. In addition to working in ASBSU, Ethan stays involved as an officer of the Pre-Law Society and Mock Trial Association, a member of the Honors College, and through academic research. He prefers to spend his free time training for fencing (which he also coaches), being outdoors, and reading. If you want to know more about how ASBSU works, or are looking for community with other pre-law students, feel free to reach out!
The AVPEA is responsible for ensuring that all ASBSU members are in compliance with the ASBSU constitution, code, and legislation.
The Government Relations Officer is in charge of advocating for students to local government and political organizations, as well as for organizing collaborative efforts and events between those same groups.
Ethan is a senior at Boise State studying psychology and political science. He was born and raised in Boise but also lived in Virginia and Taiwan as a child. In addition to working in ASBSU, Ethan stays involved as an officer of the Pre-Law Society and Mock Trial Association, a member of the Honors College, and through academic research. He prefers to spend his free time training for fencing (which he also coaches), being outdoors, and reading. If you want to know more about how ASBSU works, or are looking for community with other pre-law students, feel free to reach out!
The AVPEA is responsible for ensuring that all ASBSU members are in compliance with the ASBSU constitution, code, and legislation.
The Government Relations Officer is in charge of advocating for students to local government and political organizations, as well as for organizing collaborative efforts and events between those same groups.
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Max Whitted
Associate Vice President of Greek Affairs
Max is a junior at Boise State majoring in kinesiology. He loved to workout and valued providing to his amazing community through leadership. Max is local–he was born and raised in Boise, Idaho and has always been passionate about physical fitness as well as spending time with friends and family. Max graduated from Timberline high school in Boise Idaho, and joined the BSU family in hopes of pursuing a career in physical therapy. Throughout his time at BSU and involvement on campus, he is confident in his ability to advocate for the student body and all the Greek Life organizations.
The AVPGA is the primary representative of Greek Life. They are in charge of meeting with and serving as a liaison between Greek Life communities and ASBSU.
Max is a junior at Boise State majoring in kinesiology. He loved to workout and valued providing to his amazing community through leadership. Max is local–he was born and raised in Boise, Idaho and has always been passionate about physical fitness as well as spending time with friends and family. Max graduated from Timberline high school in Boise Idaho, and joined the BSU family in hopes of pursuing a career in physical therapy. Throughout his time at BSU and involvement on campus, he is confident in his ability to advocate for the student body and all the Greek Life organizations.
The AVPGA is the primary representative of Greek Life. They are in charge of meeting with and serving as a liaison between Greek Life communities and ASBSU.
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Diego Tapia
Associate Vice President of Inclusive Excellence
Diego is a junior at Boise State University from Fort Pierce, Florida, studying Political Science. When he’s not watching Netflix from the comfort of his couch, you may find him participating in various campus activities. From working alongside student leaders on projects impacting our diverse community to engaging in meaningful conversations with others in the Student Equity Center, Diego emphasizes the importance of nurturing community for all students at Boise State.Â
The AVPIE is the primary representative of underserved student populations in ASBSU, and is in charge of appointing all underserved populations representatives to the General Assembly.
Diego is a junior at Boise State University from Fort Pierce, Florida, studying Political Science. When he’s not watching Netflix from the comfort of his couch, you may find him participating in various campus activities. From working alongside student leaders on projects impacting our diverse community to engaging in meaningful conversations with others in the Student Equity Center, Diego emphasizes the importance of nurturing community for all students at Boise State.Â
The AVPIE is the primary representative of underserved student populations in ASBSU, and is in charge of appointing all underserved populations representatives to the General Assembly.
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Ethan Mariner
Associate Vice President of Student Relations
Ethan is a rising 3rd year studying finance and accounting and is from Atlanta, Georgia. He is interested in lifting, snowboarding, staying involved, and hanging out with friends. Boise has been pretty amazing for him and he thinks it can be the best for anyone who wants to be involved. Reach out to Ethan if you want to get involved in any organization!
The AVPSR is responsible for informing and educating students at large about the function and structure of ASBSU. They are the primary point of contact for the student body and are in charge of outreach to local and campus media outlets.
Ethan is a rising 3rd year studying finance and accounting and is from Atlanta, Georgia. He is interested in lifting, snowboarding, staying involved, and hanging out with friends. Boise has been pretty amazing for him and he thinks it can be the best for anyone who wants to be involved. Reach out to Ethan if you want to get involved in any organization!
The AVPSR is responsible for informing and educating students at large about the function and structure of ASBSU. They are the primary point of contact for the student body and are in charge of outreach to local and campus media outlets.
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Mayerli Hernandez
Chief of Staff
Mayerli is up for an adventure, with a deep love for travel and the great outdoors. As a senior at Boise State University, majoring in political science with a focus on international relations and comparative politics, she is deeply passionate about global affairs and committed to making a positive impact through politics. Her experiences include an internship in Taiwan, as well as involvement with the Idaho House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate in Washington, D.C., reflecting her dedication to public service. She has loved working in the finance and operations office at BSU, and has valuable insights about the operations of higher education. Beyond her academic and political pursuits, Mayerli is also devoted to volunteering, having worked with organizations such as St. Luke’s Hospital and the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights. She loves building connections with others, so don’t hesitate to get in touch.
The Chief of Staff is responsible for monitoring and optimizing the use of ASBSU funds. They are ASBSU’s liaison to financial staff and are in charge of coordinating the taking and review of meeting minutes.
Mayerli is up for an adventure, with a deep love for travel and the great outdoors. As a senior at Boise State University, majoring in political science with a focus on international relations and comparative politics, she is deeply passionate about global affairs and committed to making a positive impact through politics. Her experiences include an internship in Taiwan, as well as involvement with the Idaho House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate in Washington, D.C., reflecting her dedication to public service. She has loved working in the finance and operations office at BSU, and has valuable insights about the operations of higher education. Beyond her academic and political pursuits, Mayerli is also devoted to volunteering, having worked with organizations such as St. Luke’s Hospital and the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights. She loves building connections with others, so don’t hesitate to get in touch.
The Chief of Staff is responsible for monitoring and optimizing the use of ASBSU funds. They are ASBSU’s liaison to financial staff and are in charge of coordinating the taking and review of meeting minutes.
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Layne Johnson
Social Media Manager
Hi! My name is Layne Johnson. I am a current junior at Boise State, studying Psychology with a Legal Studies minor and Political Science minor. I am originally from Tillamook, Oregon (that is where they make the cheese!). You may have also seen me around giving campus tours, participating in the Pre-Law Society, and engaging with the Political Science Association!
The Social Media Manager creates fun, engaging, and informative content and is responsible for planning and executing digital outreach across a variety of platforms. They are the primary point of contact for social media collaborations.
Hi! My name is Layne Johnson. I am a current junior at Boise State, studying Psychology with a Legal Studies minor and Political Science minor. I am originally from Tillamook, Oregon (that is where they make the cheese!). You may have also seen me around giving campus tours, participating in the Pre-Law Society, and engaging with the Political Science Association!
The Social Media Manager creates fun, engaging, and informative content and is responsible for planning and executing digital outreach across a variety of platforms. They are the primary point of contact for social media collaborations.
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Mia Hoetker
Assembly Leader
Hi all! My name is Mia Hoetker and this is my second year serving as ASBSU’s Assembly Leader. I’m studying English Literature with a certificate in Human Rights, and am from right here in Boise! Student Government has truly given me a space on campus to enact change for the students, and I strongly encourage anyone interested in getting involved at Boise State to give ASBSU a try. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns about Boise State, or if you just want to chat; my email is always open!
Hi all! My name is Mia Hoetker and this is my second year serving as ASBSU’s Assembly Leader. I’m studying English Literature with a certificate in Human Rights, and am from right here in Boise! Student Government has truly given me a space on campus to enact change for the students, and I strongly encourage anyone interested in getting involved at Boise State to give ASBSU a try. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns about Boise State, or if you just want to chat; my email is always open!
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Austin Rose
Senate Leader
Austin Rose is a sophomore majoring in History with a minor in Business. He is originally from Lincoln, California but has spent the last few years living in Eagle, Idaho. Austin is the President of BSU’s Turning Point USA chapter and is a campus ambassador for the Leadership Institute. After graduation, he plans to attend law school, and then pursue a career in politics. In his free time, Austin likes to travel to other countries, play guitar, go camping, and spend time with friends.
Austin Rose is a sophomore majoring in History with a minor in Business. He is originally from Lincoln, California but has spent the last few years living in Eagle, Idaho. Austin is the President of BSU’s Turning Point USA chapter and is a campus ambassador for the Leadership Institute. After graduation, he plans to attend law school, and then pursue a career in politics. In his free time, Austin likes to travel to other countries, play guitar, go camping, and spend time with friends.