The Dean’s Delegates

What it means to be a DEAN’S DELEGATE

Written by Carmen Tate, Class of 2021

Frantz Michel ‘21, Christina Roldan ‘21, Kurstin Phelps ‘21, Andrew Hocott ‘21, Carolyn De Salvo ‘20, Richard Varadan ‘20, Dean Cieply, Gretchen Wade ‘20, Giselle Guzman ‘20, Kathleen Bryan ‘21, Paula Hughes ‘21, Diane Haimes ‘20, Alicia Henry ‘20

ABOUT THE PROGRAM The Ave Maria School of Law Dean’s Delegates Program is an opportunity for our students to serve as official student representatives on behalf of the Law School and the Law School’s President and Dean at a variety of campus and community functions. The Dean’s Delegates showcase the excellence of Ave Maria School of Law to the community and are role models of professionalism, hospitality and character. Delegates are invited by the Dean and must successfully participate in an interview as part of the selection process that also includes academic performance. Dean’s Delegates may be called upon to represent the Law School at social functions both on and off campus, and to serve as VIP handlers, special event facilitators and greeters/ ushers. They engage with dignitaries, public officials, community leaders, benefactors, alumni and the general public, exemplifying the best that Ave Maria School of Law has to offer. Dean’s Delegates will also participate in Phone-A-Thon’s to benefactors and friends of the law school to further engage them in our mission. Mission Statement: The Ave Maria Law Dean’s Delegates program promotes the mission of Ave Maria School of Law through leadership and service that engages the unique talents of Ave Maria Law students in support of institutional advancement. Congratulations to our graduating Class of 2020 Dean’s Delegates • Madeleine Bischel, Class of 2020 • Carolyn De Salvo, Class of 2020 • Giselle Guzman, Class of 2020 • Diane Haimes, Class of 2020 • Alicia Henry, Class of 2020 • Theresa Holt, Class of 2020 • Ian Johanni, Class of 2020 • Eric Leeman, Class of 2020 • Colleen McInerney, Class of 2020 • Marina Moussa, Class of 2020 • Richard Varadan, Class of 2020 • Gretchen Wade, Class of 2020

“Becoming a Dean’s Delegate is a phenomenal opportunity to show appreciation and give back to Ave Maria School of Law. It is an honor to serve as a leader and representative of the school and allow donors, alumni, and the community to see the caliber of students and what Ave Maria is all about. I highly recommend this program to all students. It is a great way to contribute to the continued development and improvement of Ave Maria’s reputation and prestige.” – Jonathan Fitzmaurice ‘21

This program is directed through the Advancement and External Affairs Office. For more information, please email jburke@avemarialaw.edu

Daniel Krauthammer, Marina Moussa ‘20, Bret Baier, Carmen Tate ‘21, Kathleen Bryan ‘21, Frantz Michel ‘21,

Michele Daley Peters ‘20, Diane Haimes ‘20 Madeleine Bischel ‘20, Giselle Guzman ‘20 “The Dean’s Delegates program gave me the chance to meet and interact with a group of brilliant and diverse people.” – Frantz Michel ‘21 “As a scholarship recipient, I felt it was my duty to give back to Ave Maria. Becoming a Dean’s Delegate was my way of “giving back” by sharing my experiences with others and enhancing the mission of our school. It was an honor and a privilege to serve in this capacity and an experience I hold very dear.” – Giselle Guzman ‘20 “As a Dean’s Delegate, I have been able to represent our school and really get a deeper appreciation for our donors. Since I am from out of state, this experience has helped me network with the local community and meet influential people I would not have had the opportunity to meet otherwise.” – Paula Hughes ‘21 “

“Becoming a Dean’s Delegate has been an influential part of my law school career! It gave me the opportunity to hone my networking skills and encouraged me to get out of my shell. Being a Dean’s Delegate has provided me with the opportunity to meet influential people in the legal industry, such as Supreme Court Justice Gorsuch. I would highly recommend that any student given the opportunity to become a Dean’s Delegate, take that opportunity and serve in as many ways as possible!” – Kathleen Bryan ‘21 “The Dean’s Delegate Program was one of the highlights of my law school experience. Being selected as a Dean’s Delegate created so many opportunities for me, including meeting business leaders of our community and being able to learn from their journeys and experiences. The Dean’s Delegate Program was also an opportunity for me to give back to the school by sharing my law school experience with others dedicated and committed to the mission of the school.” – Madeleine Bischel ‘20

“Being selected to become a Dean’s Delegate was the greatest honor I had at Ave Maria School of Law. The program allowed students to listen, engage, and network with some of the most faithful legal and business leaders in our country. The program also gave the school an opportunity to showcase the caliber of students both academically, and spiritually. What I enjoyed most were the interactions I had with all those whom I came into contact with during our amazing events.” – Eric Leeman ‘20

“Being a Dean’s Delegate gives students more access to our Dean and faculty as well as to the local lawyers and influencers we host as speakers. Last year, I was among the delegates who heard from and met news anchor, Bret Baier, and received an autographed copy of his book. Being the face of Ave Law and meeting prominent members of the legal and professional community is a unique facet of the law school experience.” – Carmen Tate ‘21 ”