About Us
Our Mission
The Undergraduate Law Society is NYU’s premier undergraduate organization devoted to helping students interested in law school and the legal profession. We aim to help students explore the field of law by hosting informative events, building an inclusive community of mentors and mentees, and providing students with the skills, information, and resources necessary for law school admissions.
Core Values
Integrity
Committment
Committment
Our organization is committed to the highest standards of integrity and honesty when running our club, including in all of our events and mentorship programs. We strive to ensure that all members and attendees are treated fairly and honestly, and that all students have access to the same information.
Committment
Committment
Committment
Our club strives to value quality and professionalism in everything we do. We are committed to our members and attendees by hosting a large number of events each semester, providing NYU students access to mentorship opportunities and LSAT tutoring, and being a constant resource for anyone with an interest in pre-law at NYU.
Inclusivity
Committment
Inclusivity
To aid in our goal of building a strong, diverse pre-law community on campus, we aim to foster an inclusive culture by building a diverse community of mentors and mentees, ensuring that all students have equal access to the resources needed to succeed, and hosting a wide range of events to help students with diverse backgrounds, interests, and identities.
2024 - 2025 Executive Board of Directors
President
President
President
My name is Tanvee Tuppal, and I am a senior studying Applied Psychology and Journalism on the pre-law track. I intend to pursue a career in criminal or human rights law. A fun fact about me is that I love to sing!
Treasurer
President
President
My name is Siena Madrid. I am junior studying New Media, Marketing, and Art History with a Business, Entertainment, Media, and Technology minor. I intend on pursuing a career in IP or entertainment law. A fun fact about me is I love to paint and draw!
Secretary
President
Director of Communications
My name is Kim Ma, and I'm a sophomore on the Pre-Law track in CAS. My main interests lie in environmental law and corporate law. I love exploring new restaurants in the city and have an extensive list of different places in various boroughs.
Director of Communications
Director of Communications
Director of Communications
My name is Katerina Vasquez. I am a sophomore studying international relations and business studies. I plan to pursue a career in entertainment law. During my free time I like to explore new restaurants, especially Italian cuisines.
Director of Marketing
Director of Communications
Director of Engagement
My name is Sofia Valencia. I am a junior studying the paradox of Law and Ethics with an emphasis on Storytelling. I’m interested in pursuing a career in constitutional law. A fun fact about me is that I love all cheeses that melt, but my favorite is Gorgonzola.
Director of Engagement
Director of Communications
Director of Engagement
My name is Isabella Karpuzyan and I am a senior studying Public and Social Policy and Law, I hope to return to California where I can pursue corporate law, and transition into criminal justice. A fun fact about me is I am the youngest of three!
Director of Programming
Director of Programming
Director of Programming
My name is Jessica Chu. I am a sophomore studying Politics and Economics. I intend to pursue a career in constitutional law. A fun fact about me is that my favorite dessert is molten chocolate cake or gulab jamun.
2024 - 2025 Committee Members
Communications Committee Member
Communications Committee Member
Communications Committee Member
My name is Karl Sinkula. I am a freshman studying GLS, Chinese, and business. I intend to pursue a career in criminal or international law. A fun fact about me is that I contracted dengue fever last summer in Thailand.
Communications Committee Member
Communications Committee Member
Communications Committee Member
My name is Lawson Leebern. I am rising junior studying Public Policy with a minor in History. I intend on pursuing a career in IP or corporate law. A fun fact about me is I love dogs and walking around the city!
Marketing Committee Member
Communications Committee Member
Marketing Committee Member
My name is Aylin Chalup, and I'm a Mexican American currently studying Politics and Spanish with a minor in Latin American & Caribbean Studies. In the future, I intend to pursue a career in immigration or human rights law. A fun fact about me is that I have four Shih Tzu dogs: Oreo, Tilingo, Oringo, and Garu.
Marketing Committee Member
Engagement Committee Member
Marketing Committee Member
My name is Michelle Mikhels. I am a junior studying Marketing at Stern with a Minor in Social & Public Policy. I intent to pursue a career in corporate or international law. A fun fact about me is that I love to embroider in my free time!
Engagement Committee Member
Engagement Committee Member
Engagement Committee Member
My name is Laney Hawkins. I am currently a junior studying History on the pre-law track. I am interested in pursuing a career in criminal law. Fun fact about me: I was chased by an elephant when I was in Africa!
Engagement Committee Member
Engagement Committee Member
Engagement Committee Member
My name is Bianca Centamore. I am a first generation Italian-American junior majoring in International Relations on the pre-law track, double minoring in Italian and History. I will be a corporate international lawyer who will represent foreign companies in the United States and vice versa. A fun fact about me is that I honorably served as the NYU Florence President during my first year away in Italy!
Programming Committee Member
Programming Committee Member
Programming Committee Member
My name is Bao Nguyen. I am a freshman studying Computer Engineering with a minor in Politics. I intend to pursue a career in corporate law and in-house legal advising for technology companies. A fun fact about me is that I have a sister who is 10 months younger!
Programming Committee Member
Programming Committee Member
Programming Committee Member
My name is Sophie Osunkoya. I am a sophomore studying Economics and Data Science. I intend on pursuing a career in patent or corporate law. A fun fact about me is that I love to work with kids its such an impactful experience.
Former Undergraduate Law Society PRESIDENTS
Christina Borao
Christina Borao
Christina Borao
Christina Borao earned her bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Economic Theory. She served as President of the NYU Undergraduate Law Society during the 2023-2024 academic year.
Blessing Faith
Christina Borao
Christina Borao
Blessing Faith earned her bachelor's degree in Politics and Public Policy. She served as President of the NYU Undergraduate Law Society during the 2022-2023 academic year.
Carolyn Vaca
Christina Borao
Laura Hakakian
Carolyn Vaca earned her bachelor's degree in Global Liberal Studies and Social Cultural Analysis with concentrations in Law, Latine Studies, and Gender & Sexuality Studies. She served as Co-President of the NYU Undergraduate Law Society during the 2021-2022 academic year.
Laura Hakakian
David Smoczynski
Laura Hakakian
Laura Hakakian earned her bachelor's degree in Real Estate. She served as Co-President of the NYU Undergraduate Law Society during the 2021-2022 academic year.
David Smoczynski
David Smoczynski
David Smoczynski
David Smoczynski earned his bachelor's degree in Finance. He served as President of the NYU Undergraduate Law Society during the 2020-2021 academic year.