International Law Society
About ILSA
The International Law Society at the University of Tennessee College of Law is a member chapter of the International Law Students Association (ILSA). For more information, visit the ILSA website.
ILSA organizes student conferences, a publication, and the annual Jessup International Moot Court Competition.
Purpose
The International Law Society at the University of Tennessee College of Law is organized to promote awareness of issues which affect the international law profession, and to promote and foster awareness of international affairs generally, throughout the Law School and wider UT community. The organization will serve as an informational resource for persons who are interested in careers in both public and private international law, and those who want to study or work abroad. You may also view our constitution (pdf) for more information.
Activities
The ILS at Tennessee promotes study and work abroad opportunities for law students, the Jessup Moot Competition, and awareness and debate of international affairs within the law school and the wider community. The Society also administers two pro bono projects: International Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) in the spring, and the Immigration Assistance Project in the fall.
The mission of the ILS is to be the main source for ALL things international in the Law School. This means promoting the following:
- study abroad and work abroad opportunities
- upper level classes in international law offered at the law school
- debate and scholarship on international issues
- general interest in international affairs
- the Phillip C. Jessup international Law Moot Court competition
- pro bono opportunities in international law in the community.
We will promote all of these things through hosting speakers and events, bringing access to documentaries and workshops, and also social events to all get to know each other a little better and network.
Membership Requirements
The organization shall include any student at the University of Tennessee, regardless of race, sex, age, handicap, religion or national origin who has an interest in public or private international law and chooses to participate in the organization.
Executive Board
- Rebecca Anguiano - President
- Megan Swain - Vice President
- Yesle Yi - Vice President
- Jennie Chan - Secretary
- Rich Casada - Treasurer
Careers and Pro Bono Committee
- Jennie Chan and Kelly Bechard - Co-Chairs
Goals for the Careers and Pro Bono Committee
- Oversee the existing pro bono projects--(a) The Immigrant Assistance Project (giving presentations to new refugees at local Bridge Regugee Center), and (b) International VITA (tax assistance in the spring for international students)
- Work with the local community to create more pro bono opportunities,
- Work with careers services to bring in speakers and contacts for careers in public and private international law.
Public Relations Committee
- Yesle Yi and Kelly Bechard - Co-Chairs
Goals for the PR Committee
- set up and keep updated contact list for members
- conduct publicity for events
- general promotion of the organization in the law school and wider community.
Projects and Events Committee
- Kelly Bechard and Diana Chan - Co-Chairs
Goals for the Projects and Events Committee
- Research and work to bring in speakers on international issues and international career fields of interest to the law school communit
- Work with the Chair, President and Vice President to oversee the spring speaker event in partnership with the Baker Center.
Contact Information
University of Tennessee
College of Law
1505 W. Cumberland Ave
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996
Email Sukhyun Byun, President