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Emerson Fellow

J.P. Howard

13th Class, 2006-2007

J.P. graduated from Howard University in 2006 from the Honors Department with a degree in Political Science.  At Howard, J.P. served as the youngest undergraduate member of the University's Board of Trustees; co-founded an IB mentoring program at a local high school; and worked in the U.S. Senate, the Massachusetts House of Representatives, and various non-profit organizations.  He has also completed various fellowships and academic programs focusing on policy, law, and civic service.

Field placement: Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana

New Orleans, Louisiana

Policy placement: National Conference of State Legislatures

Washington, D.C.