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Academics

Marquette Law Review 1L Interest Meeting

Thursday, April 9, 2026 - 12:00pm • 444

The Marquette Law Review would like to extend an invite to anyone interested in joining the journal next year to our 1L Interest Meeting on Thursday, April 9, at noon in room 444. Topics we will cover include an introduction to what law review is from our Editor-In-Chief and Managing Editor, background knowledge on the Marquette Law Review, as well as important information about participating in the write-on process.  

Please take a moment to RSVP here. If you cannot make it but would still like a copy of the materials covered, please fill the RSVP out accordingly.  

We look forward to seeing you there! 

Contact: Grace Coyle
Speakers/Events

Sports Law Speaker Series: Alumni Career Panel

Friday, April 10, 2026 - 12:15pm • 433

On Friday, April 10, the Sports Law Speaker Series presents a final Alumni Career Panel for the spring 2026 semester. Alumni panelists will discuss their decision to attend Marquette University Law School to participate in the Sports Law Program, their participation in the Program as law students, their career path since law school and current job, and their continuing commitment to and participation in the Program as alumni.

Panelists joining us include: 

  • Teresa Covington, L'12, Youth Protection Compliance Officer, Major League Baseball, New York, NY
  • Alexander Hensley, L'19, Associate Athletics Director, Compliance, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI 
  • Sarah Padove, L'12, Senior Director, Public Affairs, Athletes Unlimited Softball League, New York, NY 

The panel will begin at 12:10 p.m. in room 433. Lunch will be provided to all attendees. Click here to register.

Contact: Prof. Paul Anderson
Student Organizations

FedSoc Presents: Tariffs at the Supreme Court

Thursday, April 2, 2026 - 12:10pm • 363

Please join the Federalist Society in welcoming Dan McLaughlin from the National Review for a discussion surrounding the recent Supreme Court decisions on tariffs.

Lunch will be served! RSVP here.

Contact: Noelle Maniotis
Opportunities & Aid

Summer Youth Institute Seeking Coaches for Summer Program

Each summer, the Law School hosts the Summer Youth Institute (SYI) for rising 8th-, 9th-, and 10th-graders interested in careers in the law. SYI is designed to introduce diverse middle and high school students from the City of Milwaukee to the legal system, expose them to careers in law, and provide them with practical tools for achieving their educational goals. Law students are actively involved as oral argument coaches, helping students prepare to present an oral argument on the final day of the program. Past law students consistently remark that the program is inspirational and fun. 

The program takes place at Eckstein Hall from July 23 to July 31, with activities taking place at various times between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (you will only be needed for portions of each day). Mentors will receive $12/hour and complimentary parking under Eckstein Hall while they work.  

Interested students, please email Hilary DeBlois, Lubar Center Program Manager, to share your availability or ask any questions. We hope you can join us for this amazing program! 

Contact: Hilary DeBlois
Student Organizations

PE/VC Law Society Seeking E-board Applications

The Private Equity & Venture Capital Law Society is now accepting interest submissions for our 2026–27 executive board.

If you are interested in a leadership role, please email a brief paragraph (5–7 sentences) describing your interest in private equity and venture capital, one thing you would implement or bring to the society, any relevant background or experience, and the position(s) you would like to be considered for.

Please send your submission to Nigel Blake and Evan Williams no later than Friday, April 2.

Contact: Nigel Blake
Student Organizations

IP After 5: Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren

Thursday, April 2, 2026 - 5:00pm • Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c., 1000 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Join us in networking with intellectual property attoneys at Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c., starting at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 2.

Business casual attire is recomended. Carpool options are available as well.

Please RSVP here. We look forward to seeing you there! 

Contact: Joe Yamat
Academics

Congrats winners of the ADR Mediation Competition

Congratulations to our winners from the ADR Mediation Competition!

1st: Ellie Stanich & Alli Dawiedczyk

2nd: Morgan Stark & Jayla Simon

3rd:  Kara Komarek & Matthew Trecek

Congratulations, and thank you to all who participated!

Contact: Cora Olsen
Student Organizations

HLS Wrap-up Meeting

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - 8:00am • Room 155

Join the Health Law Society for our end-of-year wrap-up meeting as we reflect on this semester’s events and look ahead to the future of the organization.

We will open the floor for students interested in running for HLS executive board positions, including an overview of the roles and the election process. This is a great opportunity to get involved in shaping next year’s programming and initiatives.

Finally, we will reserve time for an informal Q&A about health law classes, internships, and career opportunities. Whether you’re curious about course selection, summer positions, or pathways in healthcare law, we hope this will be a helpful space to ask questions and connect with other students.

All interested students are welcome to attend! Breakfast will be provided.

Contact: Alana Borman
Student Organizations

Final Savor the Sips with OSW

Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 12:30pm • Zilber Forum

Please join OSW for our final Savor the Sips of the 2025–2026 school year!

We will have various coffees, teas, and iced tea and lemonade for Arnold Palmers, in addition to lavendar lemon bars!

So excited to see you there! 

Contact: Andrea Bishop
Student Organizations

EtLS Presents: Entertainment Law Speed Networking

Monday, March 30, 2026 - 5:30pm • Tory Hill Cafe

Entertainment Law Society will be hosting speed networking in conjunction with Wisconsin Entertainment Lawyers Association (WELA)! The event will be held on Monday, March 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Tory Hill Cafe, where students rotate around tables in 6-minute increments, each hosted by a different entertainment law attorney. Several attorneys from across the Midwest will be in attendance, many of whom have worked with top artists and creators nationwide. Pizza and refreshments will be provided!

This is a fantastic opportunity for 1Ls and 2Ls especially. Whether you are still looking for a summer position or simply want to expand your network, you will walk away with new connections in the entertainment law space and a clearer picture of what the field looks like in the Midwest. If you plan on attending, please RSVP here.  

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to Isabelle Matuszewski.

Hope to see you there. 

Contact: Isabelle Matuszewski
Student Organizations

HLS Presents: Careers in Health Law Panel

Monday, March 30, 2026 - 12:10pm • Room 263

The Health Law Society invites all students to attend a lunchtime panel exploring the many ways attorneys can work in the healthcare field. From representing healthcare systems and providers to serving in-house within healthcare organizations, this event will highlight the diverse and evolving opportunities available in health law.

Join us for an engaging discussion with practicing attorneys who will share insights into their career paths, day-to-day work, and advice for students interested in entering the field.

Featured Attorneys:

Jon Wertz – Director of Risk Management, Medical College of Wisconsin
Jon Wertz serves as Director of Risk Management at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he developed standard operating procedures for assessing and responding to threats directed at over 2,000 healthcare providers. He is a member of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals and has been involved in developing healthcare threat management training since 2014, frequently speaking on workplace violence in healthcare settings at both the local and national level. Prior to his current role, Jon practiced litigation at Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP, and began his career as a registered nurse in the emergency department and ICU at Aurora Sinai Medical Center in Milwaukee.

Jonah DeBeir – GE HealthCare (Quality and Regulatory Leadership Program)
Jonah DeBeir is an attorney with GE HealthCare, where he works in the Quality and Regulatory Leadership Program focusing on regulatory compliance within the healthcare industry. A recent graduate of Marquette University Law School, Jonah has built a strong foundation in health law through internships with organizations including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Medical College of Wisconsin. His experience spans public health law, regulatory compliance, and risk management.

Scott J. Geboy – Health Care Attorney
Scott J. Geboy is an experienced health care attorney whose practice focuses on the complex regulatory landscape governing healthcare systems and providers. His work includes federal tax exemption, Stark self-referral regulations, federal anti-kickback laws, and Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement. Scott regularly advises clients on compliance, billing, physician relationships, and compensation arrangements, and has represented healthcare organizations in investigations by the HHS Office of Inspector General and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Wisconsin. He also works on emerging issues in telehealth and telemedicine and frequently speaks on healthcare compliance and regulatory topics.

Stephane P. Fabus – Health Care Attorney (Privacy & Data Security)
Stephane P. Fabus focuses her practice on helping healthcare clients navigate patient privacy and data security requirements at both the state and federal level, including HIPAA, 42 C.F.R. Part 2, and the Information Blocking Rule. She advises clients on responding to patient complaints, government investigations, and privacy and security breaches, and has experience negotiating business associate agreements and data sharing arrangements. Stephane also assists organizations in assessing compliance by developing policies and procedures and drafting key documentation.

Whether you are considering a career in health law or simply curious about how legal practice intersects with healthcare, we encourage you to attend.

All students are welcome!

Contact: Alana Borman
Student Organizations

Congratulations to the 2026-27 BLS Executive Board

Congratulations to the 2026-2027 Business Law Society executive board! 

  • President: Kristina Drabczyk 
  • Vice President: Liam Grady
  • Communications Coordinator: Emma Vinopal
  • Treasurer: Jackson Thiel
  • Secretary: Nikolas Fernandez
Contact: Morgan Markenson
Student Organizations

RELS Spring Panel and Election Information

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - 12:10pm • Eckstein Hall, Room 363

Join RELS for our spring panel on Tuesday, March 31, at 12:10 p.m. in room 363. Five speakers with backgrounds as real estate developers, attorneys, and a former appellate court judge will present an interdisciplinary look at real estate. Lunch will be provided. 

  • Judge William Brash
  • Thomas Gale (NAI Pfefferle)
  • Scott Campbell (Remax / Scott Campbell Real Estate Group) 
  • Fred Bersch (Bonnilake Real Estate, LLC) 
  • Martin Greenberg (Real Estate and Sports Law Attorney)

If you're able to attend, please fill out this RSVP form.

​Also please consider running for a E-Board Position for next year! All are welcome to apply. 

Each applicant only needs to submit one personal statement of interest to Zoe Zawacki, regardless of how many positions you're running for. However, please include in your personal statement (1) which position(s) you are running for; (2) what experience (academic or personal) makes you qualified or well-suited for the role(s); and (3) what you hope to achieve next year as an e-board member. 

Please send personal statements to apply by Wednesday, March 25, at 5:00 p.m.

Contact: Zoe Zawacki
Academics

IPILR Tabling Event & Interest Meeting

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - 12:00pm • Zilber Forum & Room 263

The Intellectual Property & Innovation Law Review will be hosting a table in the Zilber Forum on Tuesday, April 7, from 12 - 2 p.m. This is a great chance to stop by and learn more about joining the editorial board for next year/the process for doing so.

Additionally, we will be hosting an Interest Meeting on Tuesday, April 14, from 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. in room 263. Lunch will be provided! Stop by if you are interesting in joining the editorial board for next year!

Please RSVP here so we can plan accordingly for lunches! 

We hope to see you there!

Contact: Erin Murray
Student Organizations

SBA Office Hours

SBA through the D&I Committee will host Office Hours on Tuesday and Thursdays, March 26 - April 2, from 7:30 - 9 a.m. in the SBA office room 336L (located in the Student Org Suite Room 342).

Please feel free to come discuss any thoughts, issues, or positive remarks. This will be a safe space for students to bring their ideas to SBA to discuss how to best address them. 

Contact: Joe Yamat & Natalie Guimont
Student Organizations

EtLS Seeking E-board Applications

Entertainment Law Society woud like to announce that e-board positions for the 2026–2027 school year are now open. Students who are interested in serving in a leadership role and interested in entertainment law are strongly encouraged to apply. 

To be considered for a role, please contact Isabelle indicating which position(s) you are interested in applying for. Roles include: president, vice president, outreach coordinator, secretary, treasurer, and social media chair. 

Elections will be held in the coming weeks. 

Please send your interest & position(s) to Isabelle Matuszewski by Friday April 3.

We look forward to hearing from you all! 

Contact: Isabelle Matuszewski