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.
2024–25 Officers:
Rachael Smith '25, President
Matthew Hentz '25, Vice President
Karthik Venkatesh '25, Secretary
Grant Stephano '25, Treasurer
Ashley Stauber '25, ACS National Ambassador
Christina Smith '25, Social Media and Communications Chair
SK Pilcher '25, 3L 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.
2024–25 Officers TBA
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.
2024–25 Officers:
Sarah Thomas '26, President
Anjali Patel '26, Vice President
Meghan Chawla '26, Treasurer
Jonathan DeFelipe '26, Secretary
Rachana Panchal '26, Internal Events Chair
Samuel Beatty '26, External Events Chair
Sarah Babu '26, 2L Representative
Evan Fitzgerald '26, 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Amira Martin '26, President
Aimee Ojwang '25, Vice President
Hanna Hyppolite '26, Treasurer
Arielle Jackson '26, Secretary
Nia Mills '25, Social Media Chair
Morgan Nash '26, Social Chair
Anthony Williams III '26, Historian
Gabrielle Huff '26, Director of External Affairs
Brianna Cooper '26, Pro Bono Chair
Jaylyn Johnson '25, 3L Representative
Kyah Reid '26, 2L Representative
Taylor Eiserman '26, 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Kyle Simpson '25, President
Ryan Simpson '25, Vice President
Stuart Moore '25, Treasurer
Patrick Hurley '25, Secretary
Ryan Roe '25, Events Chair
Michael Moreland, Faculty Advisor
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.
2024–25 Officers:
Brett Mastrangelo '26, President
Lauren Getman '25, Vice President
Kylie Purcaro '25, Treasurer
Julia Tuck '25, Secretary
Lindsey Ling '26, Associate Editor of CLS Blog
Gabriella Mudd '26, Director of Events
3L Representatives
Michael Malloy '25
Jack Mansur '25
George Pla '25
John Zachariah '25
2L Representatives
Liam Hudson '26
Andrew Lund, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
Create a space for students who are passionate about criminal law to come together, along with spreading awareness about all of the different types of opportunities available within criminal law.
2024–25 Officers:
Sydney Ryan '26, President
Matthew Peipher '26, Vice President
Gavin Tamer '26, Treasurer
TBD, Secretary
TBD, 2L Representatives
Steven L. Chanenson & Michelle Madden Dempsey, Faculty Advisors
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.
2024–25 Officers:
Jack Mansur '25, President
Briana Baier '25, Vice President
Emma Spisak '25, Treasurer
Elizabeth Rivette '25, Secretary
Juliana Cleere '26, Director of Internal & External Affairs
Max Abrams '26, Newsletter & Blog Editor
Sania Rashid '26 & Wyatt Ansel '26, 2L Representatives
Matt Ingram '25, 3L Representative
Amy Emerson, 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Sarah Letizia '26, President
Jack Pilon '26, Vice President
Karissa Smith '26, Treasurer
Carl Capizzi '25, Secretary
Ethan Chaiet '26, Events Chair
Marion Gunpat '26, Public Relations Chair
3L Representatives
Victor Cochran '25
SK Pilcher '25
2L Representatives
Meghan Chawla '26
Alexandria Munoz '26
Ry Stratton '26
Kara Manuud '25, President at Large
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.
2024–25 Officers:
Victor Cochrane '25, President
Alysse Danyi '26, Vice President
Lindsey Ling '26, Treasurer
Carlos Juarez '25, Editor-in-Chief, Forum of Entrepreneurship & Law
Brett Mastrangelo '26, Co-Events Chair
Nikolette Dusevic '26, Co-Events Chair
3L Representatives
Alexis Cheatum '25
Julia Tuck '25
2L Representatives
Kristen Libonati '26
MarySheila McDonald, Faculty Advisor
Email Environmental and Energy Law Society
Mission:
The purpose of the Environmental and Energy Law Society is to inform students about environmental law issues, update students about available job opportunities and share insight into the environmental and energy law fields. In addition, EELS provides students with a network of contacts in these fields and information about relevant Villanova Law courses.
2024–25 Officers:
Joe Harmar '25, President
Alison Moyer '25, Vice President
Karina Zakarian '26, Treasurer
Alexandria Muñoz '26, Secretary
2L Representatives
Colin Hopkins '26
Jean Ross '26
Todd Aagaard, 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Kaitlyn Furst '25 & Jillian Rotman '25, Co-Presidents
Taylor Bellardino '25, Vice President
Morgan Nash '26, Secretary
Allison Jedrzejek '26, Treasurer
Rachael Robles '25, 3L Representative
Emily Stolzenberg, 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Daniela Pagnozzi '25 & Meghan Termat '25, Co-Presidents
Hanna Hyppolite '26, Vice President
Mataya Winchester '25, Secretary
Alexa Monro '25, Treasurer
Alex Lia '25, Communications Chair
Victoria Tara '26, Social Media Chair
Alexis Cheatum '25, 3L Representative
Katarina Mazzanobile '26, 2L Representative
Anthony Williams '26, 2L Representative
MarySheila McDonald, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Federalist Society's main purpose is to sponsor fair, serious and open debate about the need to enhance individual freedom and the role of the courts in saying what the law is rather than what they wish it to be.
2024–25 Officers:
Ryan Silverstein '25, President
Carl Capizzi '25, Vice President of Networking
Benjamin Richards '25, Vice President of Events
Mike DiSipio '26, Treasurer
Michael Lambert '26, Secretary
Isabella Carrega '26, 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Courtney Marthens '25, President
Katie Uszakiewicz '25, Vice President
Ruslan Aminov '26, Treasurer
Sarah Thomas '26, Secretary
Anjali Patel '26, DEI Coordinator
Emilie Mooney '25, Social Events Chair
Alexis Cheatum '25 & Julia Tuck '25, 3L Representatives
Cade Heverly '26 & Victoria Tara '26, 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.
2024–25 Executive Board:
Samantha Follen '25, President
Victoria (Adams) Marchesano '25 & Kyah Reid '26, Co-Vice Presidents
Margo Chapin '26, Treasurer
Kelly Pagniello '25, Secretary
Elizabeth Schultz '26, Special Events Coordinator
Mackenzie Fuhrmann '26, Social Media Chair
Max Abrams '26 & Sydney Sanders '25, Newsletter and Blog Editors
Bae Schulz '25, 3L Representative
Cade Heverly '26 & Epiphany Ramirez '26, 2L Representatives
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.
2024–25 Officers:
Victoria Peña-Parr '25, President
Anita Nyberg '25, Vice President
Eliz Baydar '26, Treasurer
Sadie Richardson '26, Social Media Chair
Bridget Clark '25, Event Coordinator
Abby Morris '25, 3L Representatives
Marina Campo '26 & Sidney Spooner '26, 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Andrea Solis Canto '25 & Fiona Powell '25, Co-Presidents
Rachel Goldstein '25, Vice President
Sania Rashid '26, Treasurer
Sadie Richardson '26, Secretary
Anjali Patel '26, Student Representative
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.
2024–25 Officers:
Elizabeth Rivette '25, President
Gavin Canzanese '26, Vice President
Rachana Panchal '26, Secretary
Greta Zimmerman '25, Treasurer
Vidhu Joshi '25, Editor-in-Chief of IP Society Blog
Michael Risch, Faculty Advisor
Email International Law Society
Mission:
The Villanova International Law Society is dedicated to expanding
students’ knowledge and interest in international law. The Society’s
mission is to build a diverse community of students interested in
pursuing a career in international law. The organization highlights
the careers and experience of legal professionals and academics in
the international law field for the benefit of the society’s membership
so that they may learn and engage with international law as students.
Members of the International Law Society will gain a holistic and
thoughtful perspective of the international law community, career
fields and educational opportunities. We aim to foster mentorship
between members, alumni and lawyers practicing different forms of
international law.
2024–25 Officers:
Victoria Rosario '25, President
Kaylee Vampola '26, Vice President
Alex Taylor '26, Secretary
Kelly Gurcsik '25, Treasurer
Ashley Stauber '25, Events Coordinator
Bridget Clark '25 & Lauren Walsh '25, 3L Representatives
Wyatt Ansel '26 & Mike Erickson '26, 2L Representatives
Email Jewish Law Students Association
Mission:
The mission of the Jewish Law Students Association (JLSA) is to provide a space for Jewish students at Villanova Law to share our culture with each other, as well as with our peers. We seek to educate, learn and inform others of Judaism in the law and in the world at large.
2024–25 Officers:
Rachael Cook '25, President
Sydney Schwartz '25, Vice President
Benjamin Levy '25, Treasurer
Zach Slogoff '25, Secretary
Ethan Chaiet '26, Event Chair
Steve Chanenson & Chaim Saiman, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
This organization's goal is to provide events and resources for students interested in labor and employment law. It shall strive to partner with outside organizations and other student groups to organize networking events for Villanova Law students.
2024–25 Officers:
Anita Nyberg '25, President
Aimee Ojwang '25, Vice President
Kaitlyn Furst '25, Treasurer
Patrick Hurley '25, Secretary
Ann Juliano, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Latin American Law Students Association (LALSA) aims to foster a vibrant and inclusive community that empowers Latin American law students and other individuals who demonstrate an interest in the Latin American community to excel both personally and professionally. Through events, discussions and collaborations, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment of cultural awareness, professionalism and diversity within the legal landscape while providing opportunities to celebrate and share Latin American culture at Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law and the greater community.
2024–25 Officers:
Maria Elisa Escobar '26, President
Victoria Peña-Parr '25, Vice President
Alex Gomez '26, Treasurer
Eliz Baydar '26, Secretary
Andrea Solis Canto '25, Pro Bono Chair
George Pla '25, Historian
Abigail Garcia '26, 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Giavanna Litz '25, President
Simon Peter '25, Vice President
Youssef Helou '26, Treasurer
Billy Thomas '25, Secretary
Karina Zakarian '26, 2L Representative
Email Military & Veterans Law Society
Mission:
The Military & Veterans Law Society at Villanova Law aims to support veterans through scheduled fundraising events and to inform students who are interested in Military Law and Judge Advocate General’s Corps career opportunities through speeches and discussions conducted by experienced members of that legal practice area.
2024–25 Officers:
Antaun Johnson '25, President
Alex Eckhardt '26, Vice President
Mike Disipio '26, Secretary
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.
2024–25 Officers:
Ambria Smith ’25, President
Sania Rashid ’26, Vice President
Nimah Bhura ’25, Public Relations
Romaan Sheikh ’27, 1L Representative and Treasurer
Itay Ravid, Advisor
Mission:
The purpose of OUTLaw is to provide a space for LGBTQ+ students and allies at Villanova Law to gather, learn and find camaraderie. OUTLaw will work to create a supportive and thriving LGBTQ+ community at Villanova Law and hold events to work towards that aim.
2024–25 Officers:
Ben Levy '25, President
Karthik Venkatesh '25, Vice President
Julie Blazar '25, Secretary
Kelly Gurcsik '25, Treasurer
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.
2024–25 Officers:
Matthew Peipher '26, President
Will Gale '26, Vice President
Mitchell Towne '26, Treasurer & 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Kelly Pagniello '25, President
Kaitlyn Furst '25, Vice President
Samantha Thompson '26, Treasurer
Alison Moyer '25, Secretary
Sydney Sanders '25, Events & Fundraising Coordinator
Victoria Adams Marchesano '25 & Rachel Soroski Smith '25, MontCo Expungement Clinic Site Chairs
Kathryn Kane '25, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Site Chair
Rachael Robles '25, Christian Legal Clinic Site Chair
Caitlyn McElwee '26, PA Innocence Project Site Chair
Sadie Richardson '26, Statewide Pardon Project Site Chair
Gabe Dash '26 & Steven Irvin '26, Face to Face Site Chairs
Janine Dunlap Kiah, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Real Estate Law Society strives to cultivate a genuine understanding of the many aspects at the intersection between law and real estate by providing students with educational, professional and networking opportunities. This organization aims to equip the next generation of attorneys with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of real estate transactions, development, and management. Utilizing alumni, guest speakers, panel discussions and luncheons, our members will gain valuable insights into a multitude of career paths within the real estate law sector.
2024–25 Officers:
Tyler Lee '26, President
Emma Keough '26 & Jacob Goldstein '26, Vice Presidents
Julia Snyder '26, Treasurer
Alex Gomez '26, Secretary
Connor Ashnault '26, Events Chair
Todd Aagaard, 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Emma Keough '26, President
Tory Belval '26 & Brianne Quinlan '26, Co Vice Presidents
TBD, Treasurer
TBD, Secretary
TBD, Events Chair
TBD, Co-Career Chairs
TBD, External Outreach Chair
TBD, Co-Philanthropy Chairs
Andrew Brandt, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
The Saint Thomas More Society dedicates itself to promoting the Catholic faith at Villanova Law. 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Benjamin Richards '25, President
Isabella Carrega '26, Vice President
TBD, Treasurer
Ryan Silverstein '25, Secretary
Ashley Stauber '25, Social Chair
Patrick Brennan, Faculty Advisor
Mission:
Street Law works to advance civic and law-related education to empower all people to transform their world positively. Street Law envisions a world where everyone has the knowledge and power to shape a more just and equitable society.
2024–25 Officers:
Nic Johnson '25, President
Matt Hentz '25, Vice President
Tara McBride '25, Treasurer
Katherine Parde '27, Secretary
Jaime Schurra '27, Outreach Chair
Janine Dunlap Kiah & Itay Ravid, Faculty Advisors
Mission:
The Student Animal Legal Defense Fund works to spread information about animal law as an area of practice.
2024–25 Officers:
Brooke Paul '25, President
Jorge Navarro '25, Vice President
Youssef Helou '26, Treasurer
Allison Jedrzejeck '26, Secretary
Sydney Sanders '25, Chief Philanthropy Officer
Colin Hopkins '26, 2L Representative
For more information, please see the Student Bar Association website.
Email Student Mental Health Society
Mission:
The Student Mental Health Society provides a space for students to discuss mental health issues, as well as end the stigma about mental health in the law school setting. Through programming and awareness campaigns, the organization will work to promote the mental health resources offered by Villanova University. 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 concerns they may have. This group will focus solely on mental health and wellness programming and directing student concerns to appropriate administrators and resources.
2024–25 Officers:
Rachael Robles '25, President
Meghan Rodick '26, Vice President
Briana Baier '25, Treasurer
SK Pilcher '25, Secretary
Hanna Lambert '25, 3L Representative
Sarah Letizia '26, 2L Representative
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.
2024–25 Officers:
Bridget Clark '25, President
Katheryn Kane '25, Vice President
Adrian Lambert '25, Treasurer
Sehee Hwang '25, Secretary
Meghan Chawla '26, Social Media Chair
Jayln Johnson '25 & Christina Smith '25, 3L Representatives
Trishual Patel '26, 2L Representative
Steve Olson, Faculty Advisor
Email Villanova Italian-American Law Organization
Mission:
Celebrating the synergy of Italian and American cultures, the Villanova Italian-American Law Organization (VIALO) is dedicated to connecting students with distinguished professionals, including lawyers, entrepreneurs and beyond, for valuable insights into their success. VIALO will also aim to enrich our local community through philanthropic endeavors to champion the characteristics of citizenry that Italians and Americans hold so deeply: generosity, integrity and resilience.
2024–25 Officers:
Ava Marie Donatucci '26, President
Zen Rizzuto '26, Chairman
Isabella Carrega '26, Treasurer & Secretary
Katarina Mazzanobile '26, Head of Public Affairs
Victoria Tara '26, Philanthropic Chair
Steve Olson, Faculty Advisor
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.
2024–25 Officers:
Julia Smith '25 & Rachael Smith '25, Co-Presidents
Ally Margolis '25 & Abby Morris '25, Co-Vice Presidents
Madeline Maday '25, Treasurer
Alexandra Truszkowska '26, Secretary
Bianca Gonzales '26, Social Media Chair
Mary Donnellan '26 & Liz Lieb '26, 2L Representatives
Nancy Whalen, 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.
2024–25 Officers:
Tina Mazzeo '25, President
TBD, Vice President
TBD, Treasurer
TBD, Secretary
Mission: The Walter A. Lucas Public Interest Fellowship Program (PIFP) at Villanova Law has provided financial support to students who commit their summers to public service legal work for over 25 years. Every year, Villanova students are inspired to share their talents and give back to their community through public service legal work. However, due to the financial restraints many public interest organizations face, students work in unpaid positions. From these circumstances, PIFP was born. PIFP, an entirely student-run organization, works tirelessly to provide summer fellowships to Villanova Law students, who, in turn, dedicate themselves to providing legal services to those who need it most. At PIFP, our fellows know the value of public interest law, and we are devoted to providing opportunities for students to experience meaningful, fulfilling work without fear of summer finances.
2024-25 Executive Board
Riley Crouthamel '25, Chair
Dave Goulden-Naitove '25, Vice Chair
Allison Gherovici '25, Treasurer
Sydney Ryan'26, Secretary
Ann Juliano, Faculty Advisor
For more information, please visit the PIFP website.
Mission:
The Villanova Law Women's Law Caucus (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.
2024–25 Officers:
SK Pilcher '25, President
Julia Smith '25, Vice President
Julia Snyder '26, Treasurer
Ashlyn Campagna '26, Secretary
Mackenzie Fuhrmann '26, Special Events Coordinator
Riley Crouthamel '25, Creative Graphics Coordinator
Sarah Letizia '26, Publicity Coordinator
Naseem Memari '26, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator
Caitlin O'Hare '25 & Ashley Stauber '25, 3L Representatives
Lindsay Graham '26 & Ellyse Kirkland '26, 2L Representatives
Ann Juliano, Faculty Advisor
Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law
Student Bar Association
299 N. Spring Mill Rd.
Villanova, PA 19085
Adviser: Nancy Whalen, Director of Student Affairs and Wellbeing