Bio:

of Nampa, ID, is a senior at Boise State University majoring in Business. He formerly attended Idaho State University, where he was student body president. During his term he organized the High School Leadership Conference, now an annual event, which brought leaders to the campus from across the state to learn and share experiences. His theme for the programs first year was "Leading with Character." He also served as chairman of the Idaho College Republicans and is currently co-chairman of the Idaho Young Republican Federation. In these positions he has traveled statewide, encouraging young people to become involved in the political process. He has visited several Asian nations and was in the Republic of China on Taiwan when it held its first open elections. Despite threats from the Communist mainland, thousands stood in long lines to vote. "I saw how much a vote meant to them," he says. "From that point on I vowed to do all I am able to promote the cause of freedom and democratic values." Michael plans to be an entrepreneur, having already gained wide experience in the business world as well as assisting government agencies at home and abroad in promoting business development. On campus, he has helped organize grassroots efforts to challenge "political correctness" and advance the ideas of liberty embodied in the American Founding.

School: BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY