Meet the Executive Board

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Ava Jelepis

FOUNDER & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Ava is a junior pursuing dual degrees in Journalism (News & Information) and Political Science (Pre-Law), along with a History minor and certificates in Law, Justice & Culture and Political Communications.

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Emily Stokes

EXECUTIVE CONTENT EDITOR

Emily is a senior pursuing a degree in Journalism (Strategic Communication), along with a Political Science minor and a certificate in Law, Justice & Culture.

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Morgan Thomas

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Morgan is a junior pursuing a degree in Sociology (Pre-Law), along with a Chemistry minor and a certificate in Forensic Studies.

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Jack Shirley

Jack is a sophomore pursuing a degree in Journalism (Strategic Communication), along with a German minor.

EXECUTIVE COPY EDITOR
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Gabriella Pelton

EXECUTIVE RESEARCH EDITOR

Ella is a junior pursuing a degree in Political Science (Pre-Law), along with a Sociology minor and a certificate in Law, Justice & Culture.

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Andrew Phan

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

Andrew is a sophomore pursuing a degree in Nursing, along with a Healthcare Administration minor.

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Matias Knudsen

BUSINESS MANAGER

Matias is a junior pursuing a degree in Biological Sciences (Pre-Professional), along with a Chemistry minor.

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Wanase Phiri

DIGITAL DIRECTOR

Wanase is a junior pursuing a degree in Health Services Administration (Pre-Law), along with a Communication minor.

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Abby Haffke

EVENTS DIRECTOR

Abby is a sophomore pursuing a degree in Political Science (HTC), along with a Philosophy minor and a certificate in Political Communications.

Editor’s Welcome

Welcome to The Undergraduate Journal of Law, Justice & Culture!

What began as an idea has quickly grown into a community of incredible students from diverse academic backgrounds who share an interest in exploring the intersections of law, justice, and culture through research, writing, and collaboration.

When creating the UJLJC, my vision was to create a space that gives students the opportunity to publish their work, serve on an editorial team, and develop skills in academic writing, critical thinking, and scholarly research. Seeing this idea come to life through the support of so many incredible individuals has been extremely rewarding.

Although the journal is new, it has already had an amazing amount of support. Our journal would not be possible without the amazing team of students who joined a brand-new organization, the Center for Law, Justice, & Culture, and our faculty advisor, Larry Hayman, Esq.

Whether you are a reader, writer, editor, supporter, or future member, thank you for visiting the UJLJC. If you're interested in getting involved, I encourage you to complete our member interest form on the Get Involved page. Join us as an inaugural writer and help shape the future of the UJLJC.

We are excited to continue growing this publication and the community surrounding it. I hope you'll follow along on our journey!

— Ava Jelepis
Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Meet the Editorial Staff

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Delaney Cowles

Delaney is a sophomore pursuing a double major in Journalism (News & Information) and Economics.

EDITOR
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Maggie Giansante

Maggie is a senior pursuing a double major in Sociology (Pre-Law) and Anthropology, along with History and Religious Studies minors and certificates in War & Peace Studies and Social Justice.

EDITOR
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T.J. Kaufman

EDITOR
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T.J. is a sophomore pursuing a degree in Philosophy (HTC).

Eva Ludke

EDITOR

Eva is a senior pursuing a degree in Journalism (News & Information), along with Political Science and African American Studies minors.

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Grace Plagge

EDITOR

Grace is a sophomore pursuing a degree in Political Science (HTC), along with a Geography (Globalization and Development) minor.

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Sammy Sherman

EDITOR

Sammy is a sophomore pursuing a double major in Political Science and Economics, along with Communication and Psychology minors.

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Nick Silliman

EDITOR

Nick is a senior pursuing a degree in Political Science (Pre-Law), along with a History Minor and a certificate in Law, Justice & Culture.

Meet the Writing Staff

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