Student Organizations

Marquette Immigration Law Association Looking for 1L Reps

Marquette Immigration Law Association (MILA) is seeking 1L representatives for the 2024-2025 school year. Tasks will include helping run the social media page, setting up the annual Naturalization Clinic with Catholic Charities in the spring, and other various small tasks that are needed throughout the year.

This application form is open until Tuesday, October 1, at 11:59 p.m. The link to apply can be found here.

Our first meeting is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, September 24, from noon to 1 p.m. Keep an eye out in Law News for further announcements!

Contact: Alana Borman

Hispanic Latino Law Student Association Seeking 1L Rep

The Hispanic Latino Law Student Association is seeking to add a 1L representative to our board! We are a supportive, low-commitment organization. Feel free to reach out with any questions. 

Please submit a statement of interest to Kate Sanchez by Friday, September 20. 

Contact: Kate Sanchez

Southwest Asian and North African Alliance Introduction

Southwest Asian and North African (SWANA) Alliance is a new student organization at Marquette University Law School. The organization will provide resources and create a welcoming platform for students who identify with the SWANA regions or are interested in related issues. SWANA Alliance will work to connect members with SWANA attorneys in the community and provide students with educational resources on current Middle Eastern, North African, and Southwest Asian issues.

Everyone is welcome to join! Information on an introductory meeting will be provided soon. If you have any questions before then, feel free to reach out to the Co-Presidents Leya Rizeq and Nuha McDiarmid.

Contact: Nuha McDiarmid

LELS Seeking 1L Rep and IDEA Chair

Labor and Employment Law Society is seeking applications for its 1L representative and its IDEA (inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility) chair. To apply, email Elizabeth Hansen a brief statement of interest by Tuesday, September 24. 

If you missed our introductory meeting, feel free to reach out to Elizabeth for information on how to get involved. Follow @muls_lels on Instagram for event information and club updates.

Contact: Elizabeth Hansen

AFP Seeking 1L Reps and Membership Reminder

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Association of Federal Practice introductory meeting. Whether you were able to make it or not, AFP would like to remind new/returning members of the following items that are due by Friday, September 20:

  • Membership Dues/Merchandise: $16 will pay your dues for the year and also earn you a long-sleeve shirt; we are also ordering tote bags for an optional, additional $7. Please fill out this form for sizing and Venmo our Treasurer @Nolan_Ryan with your name/AFP dues to confirm your membership.
  • 1L Representatives: AFP would like to add 1-2 1Ls to our E-Board this year. To be considered, please email AFP President Rachel Seifert with a brief description about who you are, why you want to be a 1L representative, and what you are most excited for this year.

If you missed the meeting/would like the slides or have any other questions about our org., please reach out to anyone on the E-Board. Please also follow us on Instagram @AFP_MULS. We look forward to a great year!

Contact: Rachel Seifert

PILS Seeking 1L Reps

PILS is seeking 1L reps! Please send a brief statement of interesting to Emma Christanell and Tyler Crass detailing your interest in serving PILs, your background, or other experiences that have encouraged your public service work.

Please have statements sent to Emma and Tyler by Friday, September 20.

Contact: Evan Williams

Congratulations to AWL's 1L Reps

Please extend a congratulations to Ellie Dimmer, Martina Dragoytchev, and Mariana Calvo Argus, as they will serve as the 2024-2025 1L representatives for the Association of Women Lawyers! 

We would like to thank all those who submitted applications for this position, as there was an incredibly strong group of candidates this year. 

Contact: Elise Braunel

1L/2Ls: SBA Class Representative Voting Now Open

The ballot to vote for the 2024-25 SBA 1L class representatives and 2L class representatives is now available. To vote, please cast your ballot here. Each student may submit only one vote (3Ls may not vote.)

The ballot will be available until Friday, September 20, at noon. Personal statements for each candidate are located on the ballot. 

Representatives will be announced in Monday's edition of Law News. If you have any questions, please contact SBA President Abigail Heinz.

Contact: Abigail Heinz

BLSA 1L Study Roundtable

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 12:00pm • 155

Stop by this drop-in opportunity for 1Ls to come meet with 2Ls and 3Ls of the Black Law Student Association to ask questions about studying and the first year.

Contact: Kane Edwards

Joint Interest Meeting: Real Estate Law Society, Tax Law Association, Estate Planning Society

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 12:10pm • 367

The Real Estate Law Society, Tax Law Association, and Estate Planning Society will be co-hosting a joint introductory meeting on Wednesday, September 18 at 12:10 p.m. in room 367. Lunch will be provided.  

Stop in to get a quick overview of each organization and learn about important dates for the fall semester! We look forward to seeing you all!

Contact: Will Welder

Alternative Dispute Resolution/Client Skills Board Joint Interest Meeting

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 12:10pm • Room 357

The Alternative Dispute Resolution Society and Client Skills Board will be co-hosting a joint introductory meeting on Wednesday, September 18, at 12:10 p.m. in room 357. Lunch will be provided.  

Stop in to get a quick overview of both organizations and learn about some important dates for the fall semester! We look forward to seeing you all!

Contact: Margaret Coles

Children and Family Law Society Welcome Meeting

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 8:00am • Room 155

Are you interested in family law, child welfare, or education law? Children and Family Law Society (CFLS) is the student organization for you!

If so, please join the Children and Family Law Society for our welcome meeting on Thursday, September 19, at 8:00 a.m. in room 155. Meet our executive board, learn what we do, and enjoy some breakfast.

Coffee and breakfast items will be provided at the meeting, so please RSVP here! We look forward to meeting you.

Contact: Ella Humblet

HLLSA Introductory Meeting

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 12:00pm • 357

Hispanic Latino Law Student Society's Introductory Meeting will take place on Thursday, September 19, at noon in room 357. We will be going over the planned events for the semester, introducing the board members, and serving pizza for lunch!

Come hungry and get to know what HLLSA is all about!

Contact: Charles Bauer

First Generation Professionals Interest Meeting

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 12:10pm • Room 444

First Generation Professionals (FGP) will have an introductory meeting in room 444 on Thursday, September 19, from 12:10 to 1:10 p.m. Lunch will be provided.

We will be discussing what the org. is and does, how to apply to be a 1L representative, and introducing the e-board. Looking forward to seeing everyone!

Contact: Nicole Mannion

St. Thomas More Society Info Meeting

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 12:10pm • Room 257

Come learn more about The St. Thomas More Society's upcoming events for the year, how you can get involved, and meet the E-Board! 

Lunch (Chick-Fil-A) will be provided. Please contact John Lawlis if you have any questions.

Contact: John Lawlis

St. Thomas More Society Networking Event

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 5:30pm • Wisconsin Club, 900 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233

Join us on Thursday, September 19, at 5:30 p.m. at Alexander's Bar in the Wisconsin Club to meet attorney members of the St. Thomas More Lawyers Society of Wisconsin. This is an opportunity to create connections and learn about practice areas of the members and ask questions. Professionals from various legal areas will be represented including transactional attorneys, litigators, judges, and more.  

For more information about the St. Thomas More Lawyers Society of Wisconsin, you can visit the group's website. If you're planning to attend, please RSVP here by Monday, September 16. The event is free for law students. 

Contact: Jack Lawlis

BLS Happy Hour

Friday, September 20, 2024 - 4:00pm • Red Lion Pub

Join the Business Law Society for a happy hour on Friday, September 20, from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Red Lion Pub. Appetizers will be provided. 

This is a great chance for students to meet other BLS members and to start building their legal community!

Contact: Hunter Phillips

River Clean-Up Event with EvLS and PILS

Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 8:30am • Honey Creek Parkway

Join Environmental Law Society (EvLS) and Public Interest Law Society (PILS) in cleaning up the Honey Creek Parkway on Saturday, September 21, from 9 a.m. to noon. This event is hosted by Milwaukee Riverkeeper. They provide the clean-up materials, including gloves and trash bags. All you need to bring is your good attitude and wear clothes you are comfortable with getting dirty.

Light coffee and breakfast from Dunkin' will be provided. We will meet outside of the Law School, weather permitting (rain location: Zilber Forum). Please sign up HERE in advance.

Contact: Alana Borman

Antitrust Law Society Intro Meeting

Monday, September 23, 2024 - 12:30pm • 155

Stop by on Monday, September 23, to get an introduction to ALS! The E-board will talk about the organization's mission, events, and opportunities for 1Ls to get involved. 

Ian’s Pizza will be served for lunch. We hope to see you there!

Contact: Abby Cornehls

MILA Introduction Meeting

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 - 12:10am • 257

Are you interested in a career in immigration law? The Marquette Immigration Law Association is the place to learn about all aspects of immigration law. This year, we are dedicated to expanding our organization and are excited to begin sharing these steps with the law school community.

The introduction meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 25, from 12:10 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in room 257.

We will be discussing upcoming events, merchandise, and 1L representative positions.

All are welcome to stop in and learn about immigration law. Email questions to the Co-Presidents Alana Borman and Jonathan Contreras. We hope to see you there!

Contact: Alana Borman

RBG Society Introduction Meeting

Thursday, September 26, 2024 - 12:10pm • Room 226

Are you interested in the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Society for Public Engagement and Education? If so, please join us in room 226 on Thursday, September 26, at 12:10 p.m. for an overview of our student organization and opportunities for you to participate.

We will be serving Domino's pizza, so please RSVP here so we know how much food to order. We look forward to seeing you!

Contact: Ella Humblet