STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Villanova Law hosts over 40 student-run organizations, serving to enrich the community.
These organizations are an integral part to providing academic resources, professional networking and other beneficial opportunities and events to law school students. The Student Bar Association (SBA) Board provides funding, authorization and guidance for all student organizations.
All student organizations are open to all Villanova Law students.
Email American Constitution Society
Mission:
The mission of the American Constitution Society is to promote and develop the values of justice, decency, reason, humanity and compassion and to reincorporate them into American law and politics, in order to build a stronger and more decent community. We seek to restore the fundamental principles of respect for human dignity, protection of individual rights, genuine equality and access to justice to their rightful and central place in American law. We want to strengthen the intellectual underpinnings of, and the public case for, a vision of the law in which these values are paramount.
2023–24 Officers:
Matthew Hentz '25, President
Daniel Rooney '25, Vice President
Grant Stephano '25, Secretary
Michael Furey '25, Treasurer
Karthik Venkatesh '25, Villanova Law Group Ambassador
Sydney Sanders '25 & Ambria Smith '25, D&I Co-Chairs
Rachael Smith '25, Community Outreach Chair
Nick Pilny '25, Membership Chair
Christina Smith '25, Social Media Chair
Kelly Gurcsik '25, Chapter Historian
Abby Kelley '24 & Mylon Medley '24, 3L Representatives
Emily Potter '25, 2L Representative
Caitlin Barry, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Anti-Poverty Society’s mission is a commitment to learn about and serve the people subject to poverty within our community.
2023–24 Officers:
Andrew Green '24, President
Keara Donahue '24, Vice President
Kayla DiPaolo '24, Treasurer
Emma Klein '24, Secretary
Stephanie Sena, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Art Law Society aims to provide students interested in practicing in art law-related fields with networking opportunities. The organization also hopes to facilitate group activities and events throughout the school year to provide students with a creative outlet.
2023–24 Officers:
TBD
Mission:
Asian Pacific American Law Students Association is dedicated to Asian Pacific American legal scholarship and cultural awareness at Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law and the Greater Philadelphia area. The Asian Pacific American Law Students Association strives to bring cultural awareness to the student body at Villanova Law and to the broader legal community, representing a diverse group of people and advancing various interest of the Asian American community.
2023–24 Officers:
Vidhu Joshi '25, President
Sri Balijepalle '24, Vice President
Li Shao '26, Treasurer
Advaita Naik '26, Secretary
Sehee Hwang '25, Internal Events Chair
Amanda Martinez '25, External Events Chair
Nimah Bhura '25, Fundraising Chair
Humna Rub '24, 3L Representative
Alyssa Rodarte '25 & Karthik Venkatesh '25, 2L Representatives
Mittal Patel '24, 1L Liason
Tuan Samahon, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Villanova Law Black Law Students Association (BLSA) is an official chapter of the National Black Law Students Association that seeks to foster the profession of law among individuals of Black ancestry as well as other individuals who have an interest in legal issues relevant to the Black community. BLSA strives to meaningfully influence the legal community though various professional, social and community activities and services.
2023–24 Officers:
Kayla Martin '25, President
Morgan Hill '25, Vice President
Antaun Johnson '25, Treasurer
Aimee Ojwang '25, Secretary
Sydney Sanders '25, Social Media Chair
Alexis Cheatum '25, Social Chair
Ashley Andino '25, Historian
Khaliyah Pugh '24, Director of External Affairs
Nic Johnson '25, Pro Bono Chair
Eddie Murray '24, 3L Representative
Joe Torres '25, 2L Representative
Jaylyn Johnson '25, 1L Liaison
Teressa Ravenell, Faculty Advisor
For more information about the Villanova Law BLSA Chapter, please visit our website.
Mission:
The Villanova Brehon Law Society seeks to connect its members with the larger Brehon Law Society chapter of Philadelphia and the national organization in order to celebrate Irish-American achievement in the law and to advance the Brehon Law Society's mission of pursuing justice and advancing human rights. Students of all ethnic backgrounds are welcome.
2023–24 Officers:
Kyle Simpson '25, President & Treasurer
Ryan Simpson '25, Vice President & Secretary
Michael Moreland, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
To educate those entering legal practice about the current reality of changing cannabis laws in the U.S. and explore how they can get involved in the legal side of this growing industry.
2023–24 Officers:
Tim Dickenson '24 & Kristi Ann Skok '24, Co-Presidents
Kristi Ann Skok '24, Vice President
TBD, Treasurer
TBD, Secretary
William Roark, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
Create a space for students who are passionate about criminal law to come togrther, along with spreading awareness about all of the different types of opportunities available within criminal law.
2023–24 Officers:
Andrew Green '24, President
Julia Stribula '24, Vice President
Caela Russell '25, Treasurer
Sean Lawall '24, Secretary
Kayla Martin '25 & Ryan Roe '25, 2L Representatives
Steven L. Chanenson & Michelle Madden Dempsey, Faculty Advisors
Mission:
The Corporate Law Society’s mission is to support and promote the education, scholarship and professional development of its members at the intersection of law and business. The Society organizes lectures by prominent business and legal professionals, conducts student workshops and sponsors networking events.
2023–24 Officers:
John Zachariah '25, President
Michael Malloy '25, Vice President
Mittal Patel '24, Treasurer
Tarquin McGurrin '24, Secretary & CLS Blog Co-Editor
Lauren Getman '25, CLS Blog Co-Editor
3L Representatives
Anna D’Eramo '24
Jacob Limaldi '24
2L Representatives
Jack Mansur '25
George Pla '25
Kylie Purcaro '25
Julia Tuck '25
Andrew Lund, Faculty Advisor
Email Emerging Technology Legal Society
Mission:
The purpose of the Emerging Technology Law Society (ETLS) is to foster awareness of the rapidly evolving encroachment of technology, such as AI, in the legal industry. We will facilitate analysis of this technology and its practical ramifications, as well as prepare students to engage with this technology as legal practitioners.
2023–24 Officers:
Robert McLain '24, President
Aidan Kassem-Courtney '24, Vice President
Erica Rose '24, Treasurer
Dillon Payne '24, Secretary
Amy Emerson, Faculty Advisor
Email Environmental and Energy Law Society
Mission:
The purpose of the Environmental and Energy Law Society is to inform students of the job opportunities available and insight into the Environmental Law field. In addition, EELS provides students with a network of contacts in the field and courses available for interested to take.
2023–24 Officers:
Lauren Stebbins '24, President
Alison Moyer '25, Vice President
Noah Swanson '25, Treasurer
Joe Harmar '25, Secretary
Todd Aagaard, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
EMLS aims to expose Villanova Law students to elements and practice of entertainment and media law and provide access to a network of professionals within the industry.
2023–24 Officers:
Kara Manuud '25, President
Victor Cochrane '25, Vice President
Caroline Nelson '25, Treasurer
Kylie Purcaro '25, Secretary
Katie Braile '25, Events Chair
Meghan Tarino '25, Public Relations Chair
Bernard Resnick, Faculty Advisor
Email Entrepreneurship Law Society
Mission:
"Purpose is entrepreneurship, competitive advantage is law."
Our mission is to connect aspiring entrepreneurs within the law school, as well as throughout Villanova University, and provide them with resources, information, and advice on how to turn their dream into reality through the utilization of legal frameworks. We hope to teach students about the importance of the attorney-client relationship in entrepreneurship and the legal challenges involved with any start-up endeavor.
2023–24 Officers:
Carlos Juarez '25, President
Kevin Hernandez '25, Vice President
Audrey Heuser '24, Treasurer
Kevin Hernandez '25, Secretary
Victor Cochrane '25, Public Relations Chair
Julia Tuck '25, Marketing Chair
Ciara Murphy '24, 3L Representative
Patrick Hurley '25, 2L Representative
MarySheila McDonald, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Fashion Law Society is dedicated to shedding light on the evolving legal landscape within the fashion industry. Our commitment lies in education and collaboration as we strive to raise awareness about emerging legal issues and encourage connections with industry experts for students. We foster an inclusive environment where students are empowered to share ideas, connect with industry experts and weave the fabric of their futures. Our organization is driven to advance knowledge and interest in fashion law and spark enthusiasm for corporate, employment, real estate and intellectual property law, nurturing a holistic understanding of legal intricacies that shape the world of fashion.
2022–23 Officers:
Aaron Hudson '24 & Jahnvi Patel '24, Co-Presidents
Meghan Termat '25, Vice President
Daniela Pagnozzi '25, Secretary
Alexa Monro '25, Treasurer
Alexa Lia '25, Social Media Chair
SK Pilcher '25, Outreach Chair
MarySheila McDonald, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Family Law Society's mission is to provide students with an opportunity to learn more about family and juvenile law, as well as develop a community for students who are interested in this practice area. The Family Law society is committed to providing events, networking opportunities and resources to students who are interested in family law. We are also committed to partnering with other organizations at Villanova Law to illustrate the intersection of family law and other areas of law. Further, the Family Law Society hopes to encourage students to explore this unique and important area of law.
2023–24 Officers:
Kaitlyn Furst '25 & Jillian Rotman '25, Co-Presidents
TBD, Vice President
TBD, Treasurer
TBD, Secretary
Emily Stolzenberg, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
Villanova Federalist Society seeks to advance debate and dialogue of the most important legal issues of our time. The Federalist Society seeks to provide a community for conservative and libertarian law students at Villanova Law.
2023–24 Officers:
Kerry Silidker '24, President
Kevin Hernandez '25, Vice President
Benjamin Richards '25, Treasurer
Ryan Silverstein '25, Secretary
Joseph Tricarico '24, Social Chair
Michael Moreland, Faculty Advisor
For more information, please visit the Federalist Society website.
Email First Generation Lawyers Group
Mission:
The First Generation Lawyers Group’s main goal is to help students who do not come from legal families navigate the legal world starting before orientation and continuing through seeking employment and beyond graduation. Those who are the first in their families to attend law school, or complete undergraduate studies, are at an inherent disadvantage compared to peers whose parents or close relatives are attorneys who are already familiar with how the legal field works. The First Generation Lawyers Group provides an outlet for questions and discussions of issues facing first generation law students, possible mentorship with someone whose views and experiences coincide with their own, and an opportunity to share stories and celebrate one another’s success.
2023–24 Officers:
Jahnvi Patel '24 & Pooja Patel '24, Co-Presidents
Courtney Marthens '25, Vice President
Tara McBride '25, Treasurer
Julia Tuck '25, Secretary
Alexis Cheatum '25, DEI Coordinator
Erin Wilson '25, Special Events Coordinator
Emilie Mooney '25, Social Events Chair
Basia Peragine '25 & Katie Uszakiewicz '25, 2L Representatives
Doris Brogan, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Health Law Society provides students interested in Health Law with information, connections and opportunities in Health Law. We generate interesting conversations, panels, networking opportunities and events with practicing attorneys, medical professionals and policymakers. We encourage students of all educational backgrounds to discover an interest in Health Law while promoting interdisciplinary collaboration with student groups in other practice areas.
2023–24 Executive Board:
Julianna Hale '24, President
Samantha Follen '25 & Bae-Corine Schulz '25, Co-Vice Presidents
Victoria Adams '25, Treasurer
Sri Balijepalle '24, Secretary
Ana Santos Rutschman, Faculty Advisor
For more information, please visit the Villanova Law Honor Board website.
Mission:
If/When/How educates, organizes, and supports law students and legal professionals to ensure that a new generation of advocates will be prepared to protect and expand reproductive rights as basic civil and human rights. Within Villanova, If/When/How seeks to empower, supplement, and grow advocates for reproductive justice through creating ongoing conversations and teaching lobbying skills.
2023–24 Officers:
Kayla Di Paolo '24, President
Kate Redding '24 & Jahnvi Patel '24, Co-Vice Presidents
Pooja Patel '24, Treasurer
Jordan Bennett '24, Social Media Chair
Anita Nyberg '25, Outreach Chair
Abby Kelley '24, Event Coordinator
Lindsey Feeney '24 & Caity Rogowski '24, 3L Representatives
Bridget Clark '25 & Abby Morris '25, 2L Representatives
Ann Juliano, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Immigration Law Society’s mission is to inform Villanova Law students of the many opportunities to practice immigration law by connecting with alumni and lawyers in the field as well as providing opportunities for students to engage with immigration-focused work in the community. Additionally, we aim to educate the broader Villanova Law community on all issues related to Immigration Law.
2023–24 Officers:
Dillon Memon '24 & Taimoor Satti '24, Co-Presidents
Andrea Solis Canto '25, Vice President
Fiona Powell '25, Treasurer
Rachel Goldstein '25, Secretary
Catherine Kapples, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The IP society aims to bring awareness to IP law at Villanova through our meetings and the start of the new IP blog. We hope to inform students about the different types of IP and potential areas of practice through meetings and speakers.
2023–24 Officers:
Gabrielle Pludo '24, President
Addison Fowler '24, Vice President
Elizabeth Rivette '25, Secretary
Andrew Slutsky '24, Treasurer
Meghan Tarino '25, 2L Representative
Michael Risch, Faculty Advisor
Email International Law Society
Mission:
International Law Society's goal is to build our organization, engage new members and overall show the Villanova Law community how beneficial international law is. We aim to connect members with alumni and lawyers practicing different forms of International Law.
2023–24 Officers:
Victoria Rosario '25, President
Arianna Noel Smogard '25, Vice President
Alexa Monro '25, Secretary
Kelly Gurcsik '25, Treasurer
Grant Carter '25, Events Coordinator
Meghan Termat '25, 2L Representative
Email Jewish Law Students Association
Mission:
The mission of JLSA is to provide a community and outlet for Jewish students at Villanova Law. Being Jewish at a Catholic university presents a unique set of challenges and experiences, and JLSA provides an outlet to discuss those issues as well as bonding opportunities for people with similar backgrounds.
2023–24 Officers:
Sarah Grossman '24, President
Rachael Cook '25, Vice President
Sydney Schwartz '25, Treasurer
Benjamin Levy '25, Secretary
Bobbi Lewis '24, Event Chair
Steve Chanenson & Chaim Saiman, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
Justinian Society members are engaged in activities directed toward fostering a spirit of good fellowship, maintaining honor and dignity of the legal profession, performing civic duties, administering justice, and promoting the study of law. The Society promotes continuing education in law, supports the advancement of qualified and distinguished Justinians in public office, serves the Italian-American legal profession and the community, and strives to uphold a positive image and take action against negative stereotyping against Italian-Americans.
2023–24 Officers:
TBD
Mission:
The goal of this organization is to provide events and resources for members of the student body who are interested in labor and employment law. This organization shall strive to partner with outside organizations and other student groups to organize networking events for Villanova Law students.
2023–24 Officers:
Alexandra Hambsch '24, President
Alex Shaff '24, Vice President
Kaitlyn Furst '25, Treasurer
Patrick Hurley '25, Secretary
Anita Nyberg '25, 2L Representative
Ann Juliano, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
An association for law students to actively support Latin American communities by celebrating Latinx culture and cultivating awareness of legal issues present within the Latinx community.
2023–24 Officers:
Gabriela Ontaneda '25, President
Ashley Andino '25, Vice President
George Pla '25, Treasurer
Jorge Navarro '25, Secretary
Victoria Peña-Parr '25, Events Coordinator
Anita Nyberg '25, Historian
Andrea Solis Canto '25, Student Representative
Itay Ravid, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Middle Eastern Law Students Association (MELSA) at Villanova Law is committed to encouraging unity among a diverse student body and promoting an understanding of social, legal and professional issues in Middle Eastern and North African communities.
2023–24 Officers:
Giavanna Litz '25 & Simon Peter '25, Co-Presidents, Co-Treasurers, Co-Secretaries
Email Military & Veterans Law Society
Mission:
The Military & Veterans Law Society at Villanova Law aims to support those who have served our country in their journey through law school, as well as support those interested in pursuing military justice. Our group works with the Veterans group from Villanova University along with other schools and legal organizations in the area in pursuit of excellence in the area of military justice scholarship.
2023–24 Officers:
Jake Dianno '24, President
Jesse Weinberg '24, Vice President
Greg Hill '24, Secretary
Antaun Johnson '25, Treasurer
Brenner Fissell, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The mission of the Muslim Law Student Association is to promote unity, education, and empathy among the students of the association, but also the greater Villanova Law community. The association will stand to promote a deeper understanding of Islam, helping to dispel any stigmas or presumptions that may be present. The Muslim Law Student Association is all inclusive and available to all who seek to join or attend events. Aside from hoping to enrich the current student body at Villanova Law, the organization will also stand as a point of contact for any potential students who identify as Muslim that would like someone to speak with prior to enrolling to learn more about the school from someone similarly situated as them.
2023–24 Officers:
Humna Rub '24, President
Nimah Bhura '25, Vice President
Sadie Walker '24, Treasurer
Itay Ravid, Advisor
Mission:
OUTLaw strives to promote LGbTQ+ visibility both on campus and in the broader legal field. OUTLaw is dedicated to creating safe space for all LGBTQ+ persons, and provide a forumfor issues of importance to the LGBTQ+ community. OUTLaw seeks to build unity at Villanova Law by offering social, educational and professional development opportunities.
2023–24 Officers:
Landon Holben '24, President
Nickolas Ozorowski '24, Vice President
James Austin '24, Secretary
Ben Levy '25, Treasurer
Caillean Daily '24, Events Chair
Julie Blazar '25, Carlos Juanez '25 & Karthik Venkatesh '25, 1L Representatives
Caitlin Barry, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
Phi Alpha Delta is the Nation's largest legal fraternity. The King Chapter, at Villanova Law, focuses on professional development and community. We host events with legal professionals from our large alumni network, and are National Finalists in the organization's National Mock Trial Competition.
2023–24 Officers:
Liam Reeves '24, President
Mackenzie Jeffrey '24 & Alannah King '24, Co-Vice Presidents
Rachel Phillips '25, Treasurer
Leslie DeLeon '25 & Joshua Whitney '25, Co-Secretary
Ann Juliano, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Pro Bono Society is dedicated to facilitating student opportunities for pro bono legal service in the greater Philadelphia community. Pro Bono legal service, as considered by the administration of Villanova Charles Widger School of Law, is direct legal service provided to indigent or otherdeserving clients. The Pro Bono Society partners with legal services organizations, non-profit, and governmental entities to provide these crucial and necessary services.
2023–24 Officers:
Laurel Enaco '24, President
Joseph Capone '24 & Jahnvi Patel '24, Co-Vice Presidents
Kayla DiPaolo '24, Treasurer
Tanisha Brown '24, Secretary
Kelly Pagniello '25, Events Coordinator
Molly Hecht '24, Fundraising Coordinator
Andrew Green '24 & Rachel Soroski Smith '25, MontCo Expungement Clinic Site Chairs
Arika Troxell '24, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Site Chair
Rachel Robles '25, Christian Legal Clinic Site Chair
Julia Stribula '24, PA Innocence Project Site Chair
Kaitlyn Furst '25, Statewide Pardon Project Site Chair
Sophie Lamb '24 & Sydney Sanders '25, Face to Face Site Chairs
Janine Dunlap Kiah, Faculty Advisor
For more information, please visit the PIFP website.
2023–24 Officers:
Emilie Mooney '25, President
Michael Beebe '25, Vice President
Adam Hughes '25, Treasurer
David Caudill, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Villanova Sports Law Society (SLS) seeks to further the mission of the Jeffrey S. Moorad Center for the Study of Sports Law, hoping to pave the way for future industry leaders in sports law and business. The Sports Law Society hosts seasonal professionals to speak with and mentor students, runs fundraisers and competitions to promote school unity, maintains the Sports Law Society Blog and various social media platforms, and works in conjunction with the Villanova Sports Law Negotiation Team to host sports law case competitions at Villanova Law and send students to compete at case competitions across North America.
2023–24 Officers:
Rick Peña '24, President
Sydney Orr '24 & Kyle Winquist '24, Vice Presidents
Nick Pilny '25, Treasurer
Maranda Phillips '24, Secretary
Alyssa Rodarte '25, Events Chair
Andrew Brandt, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Saint Thomas More Society dedicates itself to promoting the Catholic faith at Villanova Law School. We endeavor to build a sense of community among our members, fostering personal and group spirituality. Through Masses, lectures, retreats and informal social gatherings, we aim to help students incorporate their Catholic faith into their law school experience. Under the patronage of Saint Thomas More, patron saint of lawyers, we strive to support each other in the effort to live lives based on the Gospel and to work for harmony and goodwill throughout the legal community.
2023–24 Officers:
Benjamin Richards '25, President
Fran Smith '24, Vice President
Kerry Silidker '24, Treasurer
Ryan Silverstein '25, Secretary
Patrick Brennan, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
Street Law advances a civic and legal education to empower all people to transform their community and the world.
2023–24 Officers:
Emma Klein '24, President
Keara Donahue '24, Vice President
Tara McBride '25, Treasurer
Kelsey McCafferty '25, Secretary
Nic Johnson '25 & Lucy Sumner '25, Outreach Chairs
Catie Barry '24 & Matt Hentz '25, Lesson Plan Chairs
SK Pilcher '25, School Visit Chair
Janine Dunlap Kiah & Itay Ravid, Faculty Advisors
For more information, please see the Student Bar Association website.
Email Student Mental Health Society
Mission:
The goal of the Student Mental Health Society is to provide a safe space for students to discuss mental health, raise awareness for mental health issues, and end the stigma surrounding mental health struggles in law school. Through programming and awareness campaigns, the organization will work to promote the mental health resources offered by Villanova University and the legal community. To address the expressed need for mental health support, this organization will act as a liaison between students and the administration, aiming to receive and voice the concerns they may have. This group will focus solely on mental health and wellness programming. Unlike other organizations, our goal will be to help students disconnect from law school and focus on taking care of their physical selves, as well as their mental health. With this focus, the organization will encourage student wellness and broader conversations surrounding mental health and well-being. As a student-led organization, we will promote Unitas, Veritas, and Caritas by encouraging students to create a community of individuals who care deeply about the well-being of their fellow students.
2023–24 Officers:
Kate Redding '24, President
Rachael Robles '25, Vice President
Meghan Fleming '24, Treasurer
Jahnvi Patel '24, Secretary
Briana Baier '25, Event Coordinator
SK Pilcher '25, Social Media Coordinator
Nancy Whalen, Advisor
Mission:
The mission of the Tax Law Society is to expose interested law students to the various opportunities available in tax. Our events will include inviting to campus tax practitioners from law firms, accounting firms, the government, and in-house groups in order to provide an opportunity for students to learn more about these different career paths and connect with professionals in the field. Further, we will hold events promoting the JD/LLM program available to law students. Lastly, we will provide opportunities for students to volunteer in the local community through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in the spring.
2023–24 Officers:
Victor Adeniran '24, President
Steve Olson, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Villanova Law Democrats work to connect law and politics in an inclusive, welcoming environment. The Villanova Law Democrats strive to bring engaging democratic speakers, including elected officials and attorneys.
2023–24 Officers:
TBD
Mission:
The Villanova Law Republicans strive to promote the traditional principles of the Republican Party; namely, patriotism, free markets, and individual liberty. The organization hosts events with speakers at the intersection of law and politics, in addition to providing interested students a forum to engage, connect, and learn from one another.
2022–23 Officers:
TBD
Mission:
Villanova Law Students Against Sexual Violence (VLSASV) is a student organization that cares about the safety and wellbeing of the Villanova Law community. In being committed to the belief that all people have the right to live free of violence and the fear of violence, we believe that survivors should not be blamed for the emotional, physical, and/or sexual violence perpetrated against them. Therefore, VLSASV strives to facilitate an empowering and safe atmosphere to raise awareness of sexual assault, sexual harassment and intimate emotional, physical and/or sexual partner violence through education.
Our goals are to: (1) develop education to broaden the awareness of sexual violence; (2) disseminate information on nearby resources for survivors and others impacted by sexual and interpersonal violence; and (3) encourage active involvement in prevention efforts by students, faculty, staff and community members.
2023–24 Officers:
Sydney Baxter '24 & Keara Donahue '24, Co-Presidents
Dan Goldfield '24, Vice President
Julia Smith '25, Treasurer
Ally Margolis '25, Secretary
Abby Morris '25, Social Media Chair
Madeline Maday '25 & Rachael Smith '25, 2L Representatives
Nancy Whalen, Advisor
Mission:
The goal of the group is to coordinate with other Villanova Law student groups to have healthy debates on abortion policy, particularly in light of the decision on Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. We aim to provide community for students with shared views.
2023–24 Officers:
Joseph Tricarico '24, President
Kerry Silidker '24, Vice President
Aris Fernandez '24, Treasurer
Krysti Oschal '24, Secretary
Michael Moreland, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
Our mission is to provide support, guidance, and community to students of Villanova who have arrived at law school through a non-traditional path. Our goal is to advise and assist with the stresses of balancing law school and the other responsibilities and demands of life. We add diversity in experience, opinions, understanding, work history and viewpoints to the Villanova Community.
2023–24 Officers:
Tony Cassetta '24, President
Tina Mazzeo '25, Vice President
Arika Troxell '24, Treasurer
Jayln Johnson '25, Secretary
Mission:
WLC organizes and participates in programs and events to raise awareness about legal and non-legal issues that affect women and to create spaces for its members and the law school community to openly discuss them. WLC fosters community and mentorship among Villanova women and supports the initiatives of other underrepresented groups in the legal field. WLC welcomes any member of the law school community as a member of its organization.
2023–24 Officers:
Danielle DiGrazia '24, President
Lindsay Feeney '24, Vice President
Raina Desai '24, Treasurer
Julia Smith '25, Secretary
Samantha Follen '25, Special Events Coordinator
Riley Crouthamel '25, Creative Graphics Coordinator
SK Pilcher '25, Publicity Coordinator
Morgan Almeida '25, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator
Grace Gelone '24 & Taylor Wilson '24, 3L Representatives
Hanna Lambert '25 & Christina Smith '25, 2L Representatives
Ann Juliano, Faculty Advisor