1. Ensure that students and alumni have the support and resources to fully understand the rigors of law school and the legal profession so they can maximize their success and efficiency throughout the practice of law;
2. Create an equitable society through our efforts in diversifying the legal profession; 3. Serve as a model and voice nationally for the need of diversity in all professions and industries. |
Fundraiser & Finance Committee
Co-Chairs: Stephanie Rivas & Stephanie Johns Members: Trevonna Hepburn, Amanda Aponte-Moses, Dandre East & MissKye Gallon Responsible for coordinating the fundraising and development efforts of the RDPA, at large. The Fundraising and Finance Committee shall assist in the completion and submission of grant applications, engage in outreach to potential sponsors and partners, and coordinate the solicitation of gifts and partnerships. In addition, this Committee shall be responsible for the accounting of such gifts and donations to ensure proper documentation for financial reports.
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Mentorship Committee
Co-Chairs: Anaiss Rijo & Tyler Garvey Members: Claudia Flores-Montesinos, Ashely Baxter & Bianca Hayles Shall be responsible for organizing the law student mentorship program and organizing events to facilitate the mentoring relationships. The Mentorship Committee shall be responsible for contacting alumni and inquiring about their interest to sign up as a mentor for the purposes of providing guidance to law students throughout their LSAT and law school preparation process. The Mentorship Committee shall mediate any issues between a student and mentor and take necessary measures to ensure there is a positive relationship moving forward.
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Law School Applications Committee
Co-Chairs: Javon Henry & Magdalena Oropeza Members: Santos Garcia Avelar, James Lopez Olvera, Jonathan Tetecatl & Jessica Tiburcio Responsible for reviewing law school application related materials, assisting students in conducting research of law schools, and ensuring students’ law school applications are timely submitted. In addition, this Committee will review letters of continued interests and provide general advice.
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Program Admittance Committee
Co-Chairs: Mohammed Haque & Sema Sarsour Members: Patricia Padrinao & Wilber Trivino Responsible for reviewing program applications, organizing and conducting interviews of prospective program participants, and working with Director in making final decisions of program admittance.
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