Asian Pacific American Law Students Association (APALSA)
President: Audrey La
Vice President: Hyunji Haynes
Co-Director of Student Affairs – Social Programming: Gaby Rivera
Co-Director of Student Affairs – Professional Development: Mehak Dureja
Treasurer: Aariz Gawandi
Communications Chair: Kristen Abraham
Faculty Advisor: Cynthia Ho
The Asian Pacific American Law Students Association (APALSA) at Loyola University Chicago School of Law was founded in 1988 as an organization for all students interested in the role of AAPI attorneys and judges in the legal community. APALSA members have been and are comprised of students from South, Southeast, and East Asia. Some of the countries that our members come from include, but are not limited to, India, China, Pakistan, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, South Korea, etc. Participation in APALSA is not restricted to individuals of Asian ethnic descent.
Within the law school, APALSA hosts many social events to promote community and support for AAPI law students. Its largest event is the annual Career Development Forum in collaboration with the Asian American Bar Association (AABA) and the Office of the Illinois Attorney General (OIAG). There are panels with experienced attorneys and judges and with recent graduates providing advice about law school and how to build a successful career. There is also a resume review hour and a networking lunch. APALSA’s other big event is the APALSA Alumni Award. Since 2003, APALSA has recognized and honored a member of the law school's alumni for their service to the profession and to the school.
APALSA also hosts an annual Diwali celebration with First Generation Law Students (FGLS) and collaborates with other organizations for events like the BIPOC Welcome Event, Business Law Society’s 1L Employment Info Session, and more. 1Ls can be immediately involved with APALSA by becoming a 1L Liaison or participating in the mentorship program, which connects new students with upperclassmen.
Outside of the law school, APALSA maintains ongoing relations with Loyola APALSA alumni and is affiliated with the Asian American Bar Association of Chicago (AABA). APALSA also has close relationships with the South Asian Bar Association (SABA), Korean American Bar Association (KABA), Chinese American Bar Association (CABA), Japanese American Bar Association (JABA), and Filipino American Lawyers Association (FALA). As a result, APALSA members can depend on a strong network of support throughout the Chicago legal community.
By participating in APALSA, students can enjoy a strong, close-knit community and aid in increasing the visibility of Asian American interests at Loyola and the greater Chicago community. We encourage all who have an interest to join.
Email: loyolachicago.apalsa@gmail.com
Instagram: @luc.apalsa
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/a-p-a-l-s-a/
President: Audrey La
Vice President: Hyunji Haynes
Co-Director of Student Affairs – Social Programming: Gaby Rivera
Co-Director of Student Affairs – Professional Development: Mehak Dureja
Treasurer: Aariz Gawandi
Communications Chair: Kristen Abraham
Faculty Advisor: Cynthia Ho
The Asian Pacific American Law Students Association (APALSA) at Loyola University Chicago School of Law was founded in 1988 as an organization for all students interested in the role of AAPI attorneys and judges in the legal community. APALSA members have been and are comprised of students from South, Southeast, and East Asia. Some of the countries that our members come from include, but are not limited to, India, China, Pakistan, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, South Korea, etc. Participation in APALSA is not restricted to individuals of Asian ethnic descent.
Within the law school, APALSA hosts many social events to promote community and support for AAPI law students. Its largest event is the annual Career Development Forum in collaboration with the Asian American Bar Association (AABA) and the Office of the Illinois Attorney General (OIAG). There are panels with experienced attorneys and judges and with recent graduates providing advice about law school and how to build a successful career. There is also a resume review hour and a networking lunch. APALSA’s other big event is the APALSA Alumni Award. Since 2003, APALSA has recognized and honored a member of the law school's alumni for their service to the profession and to the school.
APALSA also hosts an annual Diwali celebration with First Generation Law Students (FGLS) and collaborates with other organizations for events like the BIPOC Welcome Event, Business Law Society’s 1L Employment Info Session, and more. 1Ls can be immediately involved with APALSA by becoming a 1L Liaison or participating in the mentorship program, which connects new students with upperclassmen.
Outside of the law school, APALSA maintains ongoing relations with Loyola APALSA alumni and is affiliated with the Asian American Bar Association of Chicago (AABA). APALSA also has close relationships with the South Asian Bar Association (SABA), Korean American Bar Association (KABA), Chinese American Bar Association (CABA), Japanese American Bar Association (JABA), and Filipino American Lawyers Association (FALA). As a result, APALSA members can depend on a strong network of support throughout the Chicago legal community.
By participating in APALSA, students can enjoy a strong, close-knit community and aid in increasing the visibility of Asian American interests at Loyola and the greater Chicago community. We encourage all who have an interest to join.
Email: loyolachicago.apalsa@gmail.com
Instagram: @luc.apalsa
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/a-p-a-l-s-a/