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MEET OUR 2018-2019 DAPP SCHOLARS
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Please contact us if you are interested in hiring a DAPP Scholar for the summer of 2019. DAPP Scholars must earn a stipend or salary of at least $7,500 during an 8-10 week legal internship.
TIFFANY HARPER Co-Founder
[email protected] 312.602.8948
CHASITY BOYCE Co-Founder
[email protected] 312.407.0114
HONOR RICHARDSProgram Director
[email protected] 404.457.2469
Meher BabbarEbenezer (Ebe) NgKwashay (Shay) WilkersonMariah Young
Melissa GarciaHaleigh Hoskins
Y’Noka BassKerease Epps Elizabeth FloresBrittany GreenJahnee’ HughesJasman Sidhu
Avneet ChawlaCindy Ortega RamosNjeri Williams
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6 18 NORTHWESTERN PRITZKER SCHOOL OF LAW
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW
CHICAGO-KENT COLLEGE OF LAW
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO SCHOOL OF LAW
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Chicago-Kent College of Law
MELISSA GARCIAHometown: Aurora, IL Undergraduate Institution: Aurora University Undergraduate Major: Political Science and Spanish Undergraduate GPA: 3.96
HALEIGH HOSKINSHometown: Peoria, IL Undergraduate Institution: Spelman College Undergraduate Major: International Studies Undergraduate GPA: 3.70
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MELISSA E. GARCIA 1117 Superior St. Aurora, IL • (630) 656-3258 • [email protected]
EDUCATION
CHICAGO-KENT COLLEGE OF LAW, Chicago, IL
Candidate for Juris Doctor, Expected May 2021
Hispanic-Latino Law Student Association, 1L Representative
Immigration Law Society, Member
Society of Women in Law, Member
AURORA UNIVERSITY, Aurora, IL
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Spanish, summa cum laude, May 2018
GPA: 3.96/4.00
Minor in Pre-Law and Latin American and Latino/a Studies
Dean’s List, six semesters
Latin American Student Organization, Vice President (2016-2017), Historian (2015-2016)
Student Government, Senator (2017-2018)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
JONES DAY, LAREDO IMMIGRATION DETENTION PROJECT, Laredo, TX
Volunteer Interpreter, August 2018
Served as an interpreter for attorneys during interviews of women seeking asylum at the Laredo Processing Center
Researched and summarized the requirements needed to seek asylum in the United States
ILLINOIS BUSINESS IMMIGRATION COALITION, Chicago, IL
Intern, January 2018 – April 2018
Analyzed and summarized complex immigration policies into clear, direct policy memoranda for steering committee
Translated immigration employer compliance materials from English to Spanish
AEROSOLES, Aurora, IL
Shift Manager, July 2014 – November 2017
Acted as manager on duty in lieu of store manager
Provided efficient customer service strategies and solutions to improve sales
AURORA UNIVERSITY, PEER MENTOR, Aurora, IL
Student Mentor, May 2015 – May 2017
Mentored and guided first-year students during their transition to Aurora University
Served as on campus resource for a group of 25 first-year students
RESEARCH
UNITED STATES – MEXICO BORDER RESEARCH TRIP, San Diego, CA
Undergraduate Researcher, June 2015 – July 2015
Selected to be one of five undergraduate students for an all-expense paid inaugural research service trip to the US-
Mexico border to increase understanding of the impact of immigration
Met with local leaders from federal and local government, higher education, faith-based organizations, and social
service agencies to learn how they each address immigration issues
Volunteered with a local non-profit, Border Angels, to deliver gallons of water to the Tijuana-San Diego border
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND LANGUAGE SKILLS
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, 1L Scholar, 2018-2019
Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois (HLAI)
Spanish (Fluent)
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Haleigh R. Hoskins
315 S. Peoria St., Apt. 609 (309) 361-8324 Chicago, IL 60607 [email protected]
EDUCATION Chicago-Kent College of Law, Chicago, Illinois Candidate for Juris Doctorate, May 2021
Black Law Student Association (BLSA), Member Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, 1L Scholar
Spelman College, Atlanta, Georgia Bachelor of Arts Degree in International Studies, magna cum laude, May 2018 GPA: 3.7/4.0
Phi Beta Delta Honor Society Recipient of HBCU Presidential Scholarship Research – The Exotic Other: Hypersexualization of Afro-descendant Women’s Bodies in Argentina
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Alumni Relations, IIT Chicago- Kent College of Law, Chicago, IL Student Assistant, September 2018 to Present
Facilitate communication with Kent alumni via email, social media, and website correspondence Coordinate student-alumni connection events and mentorship opportunities Maintain and update alumni database
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Atlanta, GA Intern, August 2017 to May 2018
Focused on developing initiatives to combat voting disparities for low income communities Organized and executed voter registration drives in Ferguson, Missouri Conducted research on and summarized recent legislation
Emma Bowen Foundation: Comcast Corporation, Chicago, IL Summer Intern, June 2015 to May 2018
Served in the Government (GA)/External (EX) Affairs Division Supported several community initiatives including the Internet Essentials (I.E.) Program Assisted with coordination of the Chicago Housing Authority Expansion for the I.E. Program Honor and Recognition: Emma Bowen Award for Volunteerism
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Benjamin A. Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship, Atlanta, GA Alumni Ambassador, August 2017 to May 2018
Sponsored by the United States Department of State Led workshops for prospective scholarship recipients Provided essay writing guidance to prospective applicants Represented the program on-campus and throughout the southern region
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DePaul University College of Law
AVNEET CHAWLAHometown: Darien, IL Undergraduate Institution: University of Illinois at Chicago Undergraduate Major: Political Science Undergraduate GPA: 3.35
CINDY ORTEGA RAMOSHometown: Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico Undergraduate Institution: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Undergraduate Major: Mass Communication and Psychology Undergraduate GPA: 3.53
NJERI WILLIAMSHometown: Chicago, IL Undergraduate Institution: University of Notre Dame Undergraduate Major: Political Science and Africana Studies Undergraduate GPA: 3.32
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Avneet Chawla 630-915-2389 | 8 West Monroe Street, Unit 1903, Chicago, Illinois 60603 | [email protected]
EDUCATION
DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, IL
Juris Doctor, Expected May 2021
Asian Pacific American Law Student Association, 1L Representative, August 2018 – May 2019
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program (DAPP), 1L Scholar
University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Minor in Music, May 2018
Sikh Student Association
o Co-President, August 2017 – July 2018
o Vice President, August 2016 – July 2017
EXPERIENCE
University of Illinois at Chicago, Venues and Events, Chicago, Illinois
General Office Aide, August 2017 – May 2018
Scheduled and coordinated events for various departments and student organizations
Created reports of campus events in an effort to teach students how to maintain good standing in their organizations
Chawla & Ravani, P.C., Westmont, Illinois
Intern, December 2017 – January 2018
Catalogued office files in a consistent format and prepared documents for mailing
Shadowed partners and associates to learn about daily functions of a boutique law firm
Illinois JusticeCorps, Chicago, Illinois
Intern, December 2016 – July 2017
Provided legal information, resources, and navigational guidance for pro se litigants to maximize the efficiency of
their visits to the Daley Center courthouse
Guided court pro se litigants through the intake process for the legal aid help desks for chancery, municipal,
domestic relations, and elder justice cases
Office of Richard J. Durbin, United States Senate, Washington, District of Columbia
Intern, June 2016 – August 2016
Engaged constituents by responding to complaints, providing information on Senator Durbin’s policy positions, and
giving tours of the Capitol
Completed administrative tasks such as taking notes on briefings and organizing office documents to facilitate and
maintain good relationships on behalf of Senator Durbin
Tammy Duckworth for Senate, Chicago, Illinois
Volunteer, February 2016 – March 2016
Participated in door-to-door canvassing and phone calls to gauge voter interest for Representative Tammy
Duckworth in the United States Senate primary elections
Informed voters about candidates’ policy positions before the primary elections
LANGUAGES
Conversant in Spanish
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CINDY L. ORTEGA RAMOS
1140 S. Wabash Ave., Apt. 1504, Chicago, Illinois 60605 | (956) 777-4104 | [email protected]
EDUCATION
DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, Illinois
Juris Doctor Candidate, May 2021
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, Scholar
Jaharis Health Law Institute, Fellow
Latino Law Student Association, 1L Representative
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg, Texas
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and Psychology, cum laude, December 2017
Minor in Legal Studies
Dean’s List, Spring 2016 – Fall 2017
Alpha Sigma Tau National Sorority Epsilon Beta Chapter, President, 2016 – 2017
PanHellenic Council, Vice President of Community Relations, 2015 – 2016
Student Government Association, Senator, 2014 – 2015; First Year Intern, 2013
EXPERIENCE
Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid, Edinburg Texas
Intern, January 2018 – May 2018
Drafted and filed Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) appeals for Hurricane Harvey victims’
housing and other needs
Translated international legal documents such as divorce decrees, birth certificates, wills, marriage licenses
and testimonial letters from Spanish to English
Reviewed discovery and worked with paralegals to create the timeline of events for immigration and social
security cases
Pena Law Group, McAllen Texas
Intern, January 2016 – January 2017
Analyzed evidence to create the timeline of several cases, including a $2.5 million Medicare fraud case
Gathered and organized evidence for use in dispositive motions and at trial
Met with clients and translated legal concepts while helping them determine the proper legal course of action
for their respective businesses
Creative Social Studios, McAllen, Texas
Intern, August 2015 – January 2016
Supervised six other interns in publicity meetings with small businesses
Presented clients with a marketing calendar and strategy tailored to their business needs
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluent in Spanish, verbal and written
Fluent in English, verbal and written
VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
Dress for Success
Bone Marrow Registry
Yaqui Animal Rescue
Habitat for Humanity
RGV Food Bank
LUPE (La Union del Pueblo Entero)
Highway Cleanup
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Njeri Williams 4843 West Saint Paul Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60639
Phone: 773-759-3004 E-mail: [email protected]
EDUCATION DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, Illinois Juris Doctor Candidate Expected May 2021
● Black Law Students’ Association, Member ● Child & Family Law Association, Member ● Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program (DAPP), 1L Scholar
University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana Bachelor of Arts GPA: 3.323/4.000 May 2016 Majors: Political Science and Africana Studies Minor: Education, Schooling, and Society
● Senior Thesis: Cultural Connections: Understanding the Importance of the Black Arts Movement and Creating Diverse Curriculum ● Societas Africana (Undergraduate Honors Society-Requires at least 3.5 Cumulative GPA in Africana Studies) ● Washington Program (Studied Public Policy, Journalism, and Poetry), Washington, D.C. January 2015 – April 2015 ● Jerusalem Program (Studied Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and Theology), Jerusalem, Israel May 2014 – June 2014 ● Black Cultural Arts Council, Executive Board Member August 2013 – May 2016 ● Diversity Council of Notre Dame, Club Representative August 2013 – May 2014 ● Center for Social Concerns, Site Leader December 2012 – May 2016
EXPERIENCE Innovative Thinkers Camp, South Bend, Indiana Coordinator August 2015 - July 2016
● Designed, developed, and facilitated lesson plans on teamwork, innovation, and academic success ● Supervised and trained camp facilitators while coordinating details and logistics
Facilitator June 2013 – July 2016
● Created lesson plans on personal branding and leadership skills University of Notre Dame First Year of Studies, Notre Dame, Indiana Peer Advisor August 2015 – May 2016
● Advised 38 first-year students on academic development and success ● Maintained a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive community for all students and forms of diversity
University of Notre Dame Office of Community Relations, Notre Dame, Indiana Program Assistant August 2013 – May 2016
● Promoted mutual understanding and collaboration between the University of Notre Dame and its neighbors ● Assisted with planning and managing department programs, events, and receptions ● Updated department’s webpage, calendar, and social media websites ● Maintained documents and files in order to contribute to department reports
Smithsonian National Museum of American History, Washington, D.C. Intern January 2015 – May 2015
● Worked extensively with curators in the museum’s Home and Community Life division ● Compiled content research for an exhibit renovation ● Conducted research on New England slavery during the early eighteenth century ● Organized museum artifacts and documents
Kellogg Institute for International Studies, Notre Dame, Indiana Varieties of Democracy Research Assistant October 2012 – May 2013
● Conducted research on different forms of democracy throughout the world
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Y’NOKA BASSHometown: Lancaster, CA Undergraduate Institution: University of Wisconsin-Madison Undergraduate Major: English and Legal Studies Undergraduate GPA: 3.58
KEREASE EPPS Hometown: Chicago, IL Undergraduate Institution: Northwestern University Undergraduate Major: Social Policy and African American Studies Undergraduate GPA: 3.21
ELIZABETH FLORESHometown: Chicago, IL Undergraduate Institution: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Undergraduate Major: Industrial Organization Psychology and Communication Undergraduate GPA: 3.71
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Loyola University Chicago School of Law
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Y’Noka Bass [email protected]
Current Address: 420 E Ohio St., Apt. 27F, Chicago, IL, 60611 • Cell: (661) 886-6132
EDUCATION
Loyola University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Juris Doctor, Expected May 2021
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, 1L Scholar
Black Law Students’ Association, Member
Black Women Lawyers’ Association, Member
University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI
Bachelor of Arts, May 2018; GPA: 3.58/4.0
Major(s): Legal Studies, English: Language & Linguistics
Certificate(s): Criminal Justice
Honors and Awards: Dean’s List (Spring 2016); Posse Foundation Full-Tuition Leadership Scholarship (2014 – 2018)
EXPERIENCE
Partners for After School Success (PASS) AmeriCorps, Madison, WI (May 2017 – August 2018)
Goodman Community Center Member
Provided youth developmental programming for students in Madison Metropolitan School District
Advocated on behalf of youth and their families with community partners and governmental agencies
Mentored adolescents to ensure their academic and social success
Incorporated youths’ personal and educational goals within targeted lesson plans
Center for Cultural Enrichment in University Housing, Madison, WI (August 2016 – May 2018)
Academics & Inclusion Program Assistant
Engaged students and fostered a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for undergraduates
Facilitated workshops that educated students about local, national, and global issues
Created and developed signature programs the increased overall student engagement and involvement
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Madison, WI (August 2016 – January 2017)
Student Intern
Consolidated evidence for open cases and investigations
Partnered with special agents to document and transfer information between governmental agencies
Handled and managed sensitive and confidential materials and information
Associated Students of Madison 22nd Student Council, Madison, WI (January 2016 – May 2016)
College of Letters and Sciences Representative
Responsible for approving internal budget and electing student government leadership
Oversaw campus policies pertaining to student life, services, and interests
Search & Screen Committee for the Vice Chancellor of University Relations, Madison, WI (September 2015 –
February 2016)
Student Representative
Presented and represented the interests of students in relation to the needs of the university
Collaborated with UW faculty and staff to find the best candidate for the vice chancellor position
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Kerease L. Epps ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
10104 S. Lowe Ave. • Chicago, IL 60628 • (773) 474-0000 • [email protected]
EDUCATION
Loyola University Chicago School of Law: Juris Doctor Candidate, Chicago, IL May 2021
Northwestern University: School of Education and Social Policy, Evanston, IL June 2013
Bachelor of Science: Double Major: Social Policy and African American Studies
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Illinois State Board of Education, Chicago, IL October 2017 – July 2017
Public Policy Fellow
● Developed a structured framework for understanding and communicating the key levels of the Illinois state ESSA plan to external
stakeholders and partners
● Analyzed legislation proposals related to ESSA and IL Charter schools
● Optimized daily operations of charter school certification and provided technical assistance for Charter School Program grantees SAGA Innovations, Chicago, IL March 2017 – October 2017
Recruitment Manager
● Cultivated relationships with colleges, campus organizations and community partners to create a robust pipeline of diverse applicants
● Managed and maintained applicant tracking system while supporting the national director of recruitment in developing metrics
The Chicago Public Education Fund, Chicago, IL June 2016 – March 2017
Policy and Advocacy Fellow
● Drafted and edited policy memos for legislation that affected the Chicago public education landscape ● Prepared proactive communications, updates and recommendations for stakeholders including Chicago Public Schools, the funding
community and other partners focused on principal quality
Hansberry College Prep, Chicago, IL July 2015 – July 2016
Founding 12th Grade History Teacher
● Designed and executed a culturally responsive curriculum cemented in the African American History course ● Led a team of 20 and produced the first student-centered news broadcast that increased student morale and school culture ● Partnered with two department chairs to create cross curricular material to drive student achievement
Detroit Edison Public School Academy, Detroit, MI August 2013 – June 2015
4th Grade Teacher
● Inspired students to reach maximum academic potential through differentiated instruction to create a variety of learning experiences
consisting of chants, experiments, and project-based learning ● Planned an extensive and rigorous curriculum resulting in 75% content mastery in mathematics, reading, and writing
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice, Chicago, IL March 2013 – June 2013
Education and Opportunity Intern
● Directed 20 recently paroled youth in identifying education and employment opportunities by teaching interpersonal skills and methods
to navigate a professional environment ● Implemented the One Summer Chicago Plus workforce program within the City of Chicago’s Mayor’s office which provided a gateway
for 120 youth in the detention center to gain employment for the summer ● Organized an employment and community service fair with 15 community partnership organizations that matched over 100 recently
paroled youth with Chicago’s most respected not-for-profit organizations for employment opportunities.
Atkore International, Harvey, IL July 2012 – September 2012
Legal Secretary, Intern
● Created and maintained legal department files for current cases referred by corporate counsel ● Researched patent and intellectual property legislation as it related to pending lawsuits
Bunya Savings and Credit Cooperative, Mayuge, Uganda June 2011 – September 2011
Operations Consultant, Intern
● Led meetings with managers and the board of directors to assess the weaknesses within the company’s operations ● Created a comprehensive program to educate clients and nearby communities about saving and writing business plans ● Examined financial data in order to assess proper repayment options which led to the expansion of 15 other cooperatives
HONORS AND AWARDS
Rho Lambda National Honor Society, School of Education and Social Policy Dean’s List, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Regional
Scholar, General Motors Scholar, Department of African American Studies Heritage Award Recipient, Sue Lehmann Education Award
Nominee
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ELIZABETH FLORES
4201 W. 25th Street • Chicago, Illinois 60623 • (773) 816-2653
EDUCATION
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO SCHOOL OF LAW, Chicago, IL
Candidate for Juris Doctor, Expected May 2021
Latino Law Students Association, Member
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program (DAPP), Scholar
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS URBANA-CHAMPAIGN, Urbana, IL
Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts and Science, May 2017
Double Major: Organizational Psychology and Communication
Minor: Spanish
GPA: 3.71 / 4.00
Food and Culture Study Abroad Program, Rome Italy
Kappa Delta Chi National Sorority, Inc., President (2014 – 2015)
America Reads/America Counts, Math and Reading Tutor
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
REYNALDA'S HOME DAY CARE, Chicago, Illinois December 2017 – July 2018
Administrative Assistant
Updated and maintained filing system for children’s medical and other records
Created age appropriate lesson plans
Managed financial transactions and payroll
Prepared and revised documents and filings sent to the Illinois Department of Children and Family
Services
GREENLEE, A TEXTRON COMPANY, Rockford, Illinois May 2017 – August 2017
Human Resources / Ethics and Compliance Intern
Researched company policies, by-laws and history to create a New Hire Handbook
Created a policy and consent form for the company’s union workers
Reviewed company surveys and presented results and statistics to the Well-Being Committee
Created content for and presented professional development seminars for company interns
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION, Champaign, Illinois January 2016 – May 2016
Human Resources Intern
Engaged with the human resources manager to recruit candidates for bank teller positions
Reviewed resumes and selected qualifying applicants for interviews
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Language: Spanish (Fluent)
Interests: Traveling, reading self-help and cultural fiction books and volunteering with disadvantaged and
minority children
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BRITTANY GREENHometown: Summit, IL Undergraduate Institution: Loyola University Chicago Undergraduate Major: Political Science
JAHNEE’ HUGHES
JASMAN SIDHUHometown: Rochester Hills, MI Undergraduate Institution: Saint Louis University Undergraduate Major: Economics Undergraduate GPA: 3.45
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Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Undergraduate GPA: 3.20
Hometown: Denver, CO Undergraduate Institution: Howard University Undergraduate Major: Business Administration Undergraduate GPA: 3.43
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Brittany Green [email protected] | (708) 205-2292 7410 W. 64th place Summit, IL 60501
EDUCATION
Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Chicago, IL Juris Doctor, Anticipated May 2021
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, Scholar Black Law Students’ Association, Member
Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, IL Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, May 2018 GPA: 3.2
Merit Scholarship Recipient Dean’s List, Spring 2013 and Spring 2015 Department of History Intern, May 2015 – January 2016
EXPERIENCE
Advantage Chevrolet Hodgkins, Hodgkins, IL Sales Specialist, Summer 2015, March 2016 – August 2018
Generated leads for vehicle sales through direct contact with service department customers Prepared monthly department numbers and projections Prepared, updated, and revised contracts for loaner vehicles Prepared, organized, and reviewed loaner fleet logistics for audits
Loyola University Chicago Women’s Basketball, Chicago, IL Manager, September 2013 – January 2015
Assisted coaches with office work and other documentation Provided coding of games and practices Assisted coaches and players in training for games and practices Managed game and event preparation and production
Loyola University Phone-a-thon, Chicago, IL Student Representative, April 2013 – September 2013
Engaged alumni to secure donations for various university initiatives Provided campus updates and coordinated events
VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
Suburban Cook County, Cicero, IL Election Day Representative, September 8, 2016 Yes, I Can Tutoring and Mentoring, Summit, IL Mentor, September 2008 – May 2016
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Jahnee’ J. Hughes 26 E. Pearson St Chicago, IL 60611 720-299-7027 [email protected]
EDUCATION
Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Chicago, IL
Juris Doctor, anticipated May 2021
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, 1L Scholar
Student Bar Association, 1L Representative
Black Law Students’ Association, Member
Howard University, Washington D.C.
Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business, May 2018
GPA: 3.43/4.0
Dean’s List (Spring 2017, Fall 2017)
21st Century Advantage Program, Team Leader
Ralph Bunche Brigade, Member
Bank of America Merrill Lynch Emerging Women’s Program, Participant
EXPERIENCE
Administrative Office of the United States Courts, Program Analyst Intern June 2016 – May 2018
Managed the agency’s special emphasis programs to increase employee engagement and diversity
inclusion; chaired the AO Heritage Committee
Served as the team lead in the Judiciary-wide Diversity, Recruitment and Outreach program, reporting to
the Committee on Judicial Resources
Served as a collateral duty Equal Employment Opportunity counselor
Worked with vendors to develop an electronic EEO complaint processing system for internal use
Collected, reviewed and maintained records databases, including all court units’ Employment Dispute
Resolution Plans
Served as web manager and created, edited and revised web content for agency and judiciary
Blue Sky Innovative Solutions, Business Analyst April 2016 – August 2016
Conducted research and worked closely with the Office of Contracting and Procurement of D.C. to
finalize the D.C. Supply Schedule
Served as the project manager and team lead to complete the application for GSA Schedule 70 in
Information Technology services
United States Senate, Fall Intern September 2015 – December 2015
Responded to constituent concerns via phone, by drafting letters, and through in-person meetings
Collaborated with legislative assistants to the Senator and researched high-achieving, low income
students’ and their pathways to college accessibility
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Daniels Fund, Ambassador April 2015 – May 2018
Assisted Scholarship Relations Officer and Campus Liaisons with communications and event planning
Served as a mentor to new scholars in the Mid-Atlantic region
Friends First, Mentor August 2010 – May 2018
Peer mentored about 12 students per year to ensure they abstained from high risk behavior to lead
healthier lifestyles
Spoke to Colorado representatives on Capitol Hill regarding the importance of funding for abstinence
education and mentoring programs
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Jasman Sidhu 248-210-5529| [email protected]
EDUCATION Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Chicago, IL May 2021
Juris Doctorate Candidate
Saint Louis University – John Cook School of Business, St. Louis, MO May 2018
GPA: 3.45/4.00
Bachelor of Science in Economics
Minor: Health Care Ethics
Honors: TRiO Award for Academic Excellence (High Honors): 6 Semesters
EXPERIENCE Hein Law Firm, St. Louis, MO Summer 2017
Assisted lead attorney with all aspects of pre-litigation and litigation
Requested medical records, communicated with clients regarding case status, and attended court
Drafted pleadings, memos, letters, and various correspondence
Au Pair, Genoa Italy May 2018 – July 2018
Enriched and fortified the English-speaking learning experience of two young girls
Performed daily tasks that allowed the home to run in an efficient manner
Child Center Supervisor – Lifetime Fitness, Rochester Hills, MI April 2014 – January 2017
Supervised eight staff members
Maintained a safe and enriching environment for children
Designed, developed, and coordinated interactive children’s activities
Office Assistant, St. Louis, MO Spring 2016
Division of Enrollment and Retention Management, Saint Louis University
Managed and approved budget reports, travel records, and various expenses
Assisted the financial manager with organizing documents and updating contracts
Performed data entry
LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
Amicus Curiae Pre-Law Society, Executive Board Member
Jesuit Nursing Hall, Oriflamme Leader
Girl's Inc., Volunteer
Greek Standards Board, Member
Sikh Student Association, Member
PUBLICATIONS
Sidhu, J. (2017). Women’s Health: Rubbing Salt in the Woman, Paper presented at the 5th
Annual Health Care Ethics Research Conference hosted by Saint Louis University’s Gnaegi
Center for Health Care Ethics, St. Louis, MO.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluent in Punjabi
Conversant in Spanish
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MEHER BABBARHometown: Pittsburgh, PA Undergraduate Institution: College of William & Mary Undergraduate Major: History Undergraduate GPA: 3.88
KWASHAY (SHAY) WILKERSONHometown: Riverside, CA Undergraduate Institution: Syracuse University Undergraduate Major: Political Science Undergraduate GPA: 3.11
EBENEZER (EBE) NGHometown: Queens, NY Undergraduate Institution: City College of New York Undergraduate Major: Asian Studies Undergraduate GPA: 3.98
MARIAH YOUNGHometown: Chesapeake, VA Undergraduate Institution: University of Mary Washington Undergraduate Major: Political Science and Journalism Undergraduate GPA: 3.08
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MEHER BABBAR 441 E. Erie St., Unit 2208, Chicago, IL 60611 • [email protected] • (724)-841-6922
EDUCATION
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Chicago, IL
Candidate for Juris Doctor, May 2021
Honors/Awards:
National Asian-Pacific American Bar Association Law Foundation LimNexus Scholarship Recipient
Latham & Watkins Law Preview Scholar
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, 1L Scholar
Activities:
International Human Rights Law and Practice Clinic Volunteer
Diversity Coalition 1L Student Representative
Asian Pacific American Law Students Association, Professional Development Committee
College of William & Mary and University of St. Andrews Joint Degree Programme, Williamsburg, VA and Fife, Scotland
Bachelor of Arts (International Honours) in History, summa cum laude, May 2018 Honors/Awards:
College of William & Mary Charter Day Speaker, 2018
The Undergraduate Awards Highly Commended Entrant, 2017
University of St. Andrews Roses Bursary Scholar, 2016-2017
University of St. Andrews School of History Book Prize, 2016
Activities:
“Beyond the Buzzword” Student-Administration Diversity Discussion Student Representative
College of William & Mary Immigration Advocacy Group, Co-Founder/President, 2014-2015
Community Partnership for Adult Learners, Student Instructor, 2014-2015
EXPERIENCE
Uptown Legal Clinic, Pittsburgh, PA
Legal Intern, May 2018 – August 2018
Assisted pro bono attorneys in disability benefits, bankruptcy and housing matters for low-income clients
Conducted in-person and telephonic client intake
Researched legal issues using Westlaw and LexisNexis
White & Case LLP, London, UK
Legal Intern, June 2017
Researched, drafted and compiled employment law summaries for legal memoranda
Researched and presented findings on market fluctuation, political risk and five-year strategy to firm partnership
Middle East Institute, Washington, D.C.
Research Associate, May 2016 – August 2016
Published policy papers outlining recommendations for future U.S. involvement in Afghanistan and Pakistan
Translated and evaluated interview transcripts and government reports
Assisted supervisor in preparation for speaker and panel engagements
Jewish Family & Community Services, Pittsburgh, PA
Refugee Caseworker/Legal Intern, May 2015 – August 2015
Provided core resettlement services (e.g., medical care and housing) to refugees, specializing in women and children
Documented citizenship/visa application case note logs and drafted applications for resettlement interviews
Compiled and tabulated client documents and petitions
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Publications: Weinbaum, Marvin G. and Babbar, Meher. “The Tenacious, Toxic Haqqani Network.” Middle East
Institute Policy Focus Series, September 2016. [PDF]. Weinbaum, Marvin G. and Babbar, Meher. “A New Taliban
Leadership and Peace Prospects in Afghanistan.” E-International Relations July 2016. [Link]
Language Skills: Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi (Native), German (Intermediate)
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Ebenezer Ng 806 N. State Street, Apt. 18, Chicago, IL, 60611 • (347) 270-7682
EDUCATION
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Chicago, IL
Candidate for Juris Doctor, May 2021
Honors:
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, 1L Scholar
Activities:
Asian Pacific American Law Students Association, 1L Representative
Student Funded Public Interest Fund Volunteer
Street Law Volunteer
City College of New York, New York, NY
Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies, summa cum laude, June 2017
Freie Universität Berlin - CUNY/FUBiS Study Abroad, Winter 2017
Honors:
Skadden, Arps Honors Program in Legal Studies, 2015 – 2017
Kaye Scholarship in Humanities and the Arts, 2016-2017
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Office of Senator Tammy Duckworth, Washington, D.C.
Scheduling Intern September 2017 - December 2017
Scheduled, drafted memos for and attended briefings
Evaluated and drafted responses to constituent letters and served as first point of contact
for external engagements
Grassroots Campaigns, New York, NY
Lead Recruiter June 2017 – September 2017
Recruited and screened canvassing applicants for non-profit organizations
Conducted administrative tasks (e.g., phone calls, emails, spreadsheets, and filings)
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, New York, NY
White Collar Crime Intern June 2016 – August 2016
Assistant attorneys in daily responsibilities pursuant to legal assistant training
Researched and analyzed case law for white collar matters and drafted memorandums
regarding the same
Maintained discovery logs for active litigation
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Language Skills: Cantonese/Mandarin (Conversational); Latin (Advanced); French (Intermediate)
Interests: Wing Chun (Martial arts); Piano
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Shay Wilkerson 1400 N. Lake Shore Dr., Apt. 17A Chicago, IL 60610 (201) 923-1135
EDUCATION
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Chicago, IL
Candidate for Juris Doctor, May 2021
Activities:
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, Scholar
Black Law Student Association, Events Committee Member
Diversity Coalition, 1L Representative
Student Bar Association, Admissions and Visibility Initiative Committees
Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, May 2015
GPA: 3.1/4.0
Honors/Activities:
Dean’s List Fall 2011, Fall 2012, and Fall 2014
Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner LLP, Washington, DC
Conflicts & New Business Assistant, November 2016 – July 2018
Identified and evaluated potential firm conflicts for incoming matters, clients and candidates
Researched new drugs, products and trademarks of clients and parties related to potential matters
to provide a summary of the intellectual property landscape for attorneys
Drafted engagement agreements and waivers pertaining to existing and new client work
Organized and maintained incoming, current and past client records to preserve database of
engagement agreements, intake information and client correspondence
Litigation Clerk, June 2015 – November 2016
Led the preparation and organization of case materials at all stages of litigation
Managed materials for discovery, depositions, hearings and trials
Conducted legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw
U.S. Congressional Office of Representative Dan Maffei (NY-24), Washington, DC
Congressional Intern, August 2014 – December 2014
Tracked legislation and other developments through committee, House floor, and conference
sessions on various issues on behalf of senior legislative assistants.
Drafted form and individual responses to constituent correspondence to address concerns and
provide updates on the Congressman’s legislative agenda
Researched briefing materials and drafted memoranda including summaries, key information and
talking points for senor legislative staff
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: Spanish (Conversational)
Personal Interests: Karaoke, obstacle courses, dog-sitting and social volleyball leagues
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MARIAH A. YOUNG
1400 N. Lake Shore Dr., Apt. 17A, Chicago IL, 60610 • [email protected] • 757-439-0064
EDUCATION
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Chicago, IL
Candidate for Juris Doctor, May 2021
Moot Court Society, Team Member
Diversity Coalition, 1L Representative
Black Law Students’ Association, Alumni and Professional Development Committee
Student Bar Association, Visibility Initiative Member
Street Law, Volunteer Instructor
Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, 1L Scholar
University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, VA
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Political Science, May 2015
Blue & Gray Press, Managing Editor
American Debate Association, Julia Burke Award for Character and Excellence in Policy Debate
UMW Policy Debate Team, Speaking Center Consultant & Tutor
Summer Lecturer at Public Speaking and Argumentation Workshop, Harvard University (May – August 2014)
Financed tuition by working 10-40 hours/week at internships: Thorn Run Partners, C-SPAN and First Peoples
Worldwide
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
King & Spalding LLP, Washington, D.C.
Government Matters Project Assistant, May 2016 – May 2018
Coordinated various stages of document collection and electronic discovery to ensure timely delivery of evidence
to the federal government
Provided case management support in civil and criminal matters at all stages of investigation and litigation
Monitored press coverage of pharmaceutical industry, congressional investigations and policy proposals for daily
client alerts
Researched and wrote memoranda on proposed congressional legislation and congressional hearings
Assisted in research, planning and drafting of RFPs for future clients and matters
Earned 2016 DC Pro Bono Award for assistance with case management and preparation for three pro bono cases
AFL-CIO, Washington, D.C.
Communications Fellow, September 2015 – May 2016
Drafted press releases and media advisories
Staged press conferences and public appearances for senior staff
Monitored press coverage of unions, the labor movement and economic issues and responded to media requests
Worked with various policy and government affairs departments including immigration, healthcare, trade and
student debt to plan events and craft messaging plans
Produced background materials and policy memoranda for internal and external use
SourceAmerica, Vienna, VA
Government Affairs & Public Policy Intern, May – August 2013, 2014, 2015
Conducted research on Congress’ legislative views concerning employment and disability-related legislation
Attended meetings with Members of Congress and staffers during annual grassroots advocacy conferences
Organized and developed talking points for speakers at national conference and briefings for senior leadership ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Interests: Local politics, watching documentaries, brunch, traveling
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