University of Texas School of Law - Peregrinus Yearbook (Austin, TX)

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651 63, AC (r::.-L On Marsh 1, 1995, Assault and Flattery, the law school variety show, opened another hit show--a farcical adaptation of The Sound of Music. With all due respect to our esteemed librarian, the show, written by mid-law Paula Smith, was titled The Sound of Mersky and featured the singing, dancing, musical, and acting talents of more than sixty law students. The Sound of Mersky was the tale of Maria, a new TQ played by senior Anne McGowan, and her seven TQ students struggling to make it through the year. They faced many obstacles along the way, including the over- bearing and militaristic Captain, played by third-year Patrick Keating, the scheming Elsa, played by first- year Scarlett Collings, and a crew of fascist Gunners. One student, the innocent Liesl played my mid-law Julie Dulac, got her heart broken by a nice-guy-turned-gunner, German exchange student Rolf, played by senior Wilhelm Liebmann. In the end, after several rousing dance numbers choreographed by senior Becky Henderson and her assistants Lori Tullos and Farrel Chapman, numerous songs, and a few interesting plot twists, the TQs tri- umphed. Maria and the Captain fell in love, Elsa was humiliated, and every- one lived happily ever after. Too bad it ' s not that easy in the real law school world. While it was the bulk of the produc- tion, the main theme was but one part of Assault and Flattery 1995. There were great skits, written by third-year Brian Graham, including Pulp Legal Fiction and The Simpson Trial which was really a trial of Homer--not O.J. Simpson. Medley, directed by second-year Amy Metcalf and third- year Joe de la Fuente, was wonderful as always, entertaining the crowd with close harmony renditions of songs adapted to law school life. Vital to everyone on stage was the backstage dedication of Technical Director, mid-law David Rodi, Set Designer, mid-law Holly Kordsmeier, and Assistant Director, third-year Ilan Levin. Musical accompaniment, as well as a rousing set at intermission, was provided under the guidance of Band Director, senior Mike Torres. Continuing its more than forty-year tradition, Assault and Flattery 1995, directed by Paula Smith, provided a great creative outlet for all involved and an exciting and hilarious produc- tion for all who attended. The show proved, as it does every year, that law students have many hidden tal- ents, and, when given a place to showcase them, the result is fun for everyone. 26 — Assault and Flattery

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C Do (C:s r3) 23M arftDon The Chicano Hispanic Law Students Association was formed in order to promote and articulate the needs of Hispanic law students and to recruit and retain Hispanics in the Law School. The association has been involved in activities of concern to Hispanics and Law School commu- nities for over 11 years. ChLSA provides academic, finan- cial, social and career support for its members. The academic support includes participation in the first year Minority Orientation Program(MOP), exam-taking and outlining sessions, and resume and employment prepa- ration. The program focuses on the first year law training areas: case briefing, socratic teaching method, and legal writing. The career area of assistance includes minority job fairs, career services , clerkship, and schol- arship programs coordinated in con- OFFICERS: Geronimo M. Rodriguez, Alumni Relations; Amanda S. Paquet, Secretary, Mike N. Casillas, Public Relations; David A. Montoya, Treasurer, Miguel A. Torres, President. NOT PICTURED: Angelica I. Salinas, Vice-President. junction with the law school and vari- ous corporate sponsors. ChLSA also provides an emergency loan program and has implemented a scholarship fund for its members. The Chicano Hispanic Law Students Association is firmly com- mitted in utilizing legal training to meet the legal problems encountered within the Hispanic community. Members are dedicated to pro bono legal services in Austin. The students devote a portion of their time to evening clinics, individual firms, and the courts to provide consultation, translation, and referrals to those who cannot afford to pay for legal ser- vices. The clinics provide the stu- dents with valuable hands on experi- ence and professional contacts with attorneys in the Austin area working towards this same cause. ChLSA sponsored social mixers, receptions, the annual Fajita Fiesta, and an awards banquet. These activi- ties provide members with an oppor- tunity to meet other law students, pro- fessors, attorneys, and other Austin community leaders. Members also participate in a men- tor program with Austin attorneys who provide rapport, support, and insight to the legal profession and or other outside activities. FRONT ROW: Claudia Elizabeth Lanese, Lino Humberto Ochoa, Enrique Chavez Jr., Gloria Garcia, Brenda Kaye Marmolejo, Michael Nathan Casias. SECOND ROW: John Sabala, Ann a Noel Evans, Staci Lynette Glenn, Raul Arturo Gonzalez, Madeline Vela, Claris Ramos, Carla Margolis. THIRD ROW: David A. Montoya, Cynthia Catalina Llamas, Leslie L. Strauch, Liana E. Olivarez, Mike Torres, Edward J. Garcia, Amanda S. Paquet. BACK ROW: Laura Roxane Hidalgo, Lisa J. Soto, Lucie Lan Jones, Olga Seelig-Sanchez, Manuel Acosta, Stephanie D. Watjus, Geronimo M. Rodriguez. photos by John Foxworth 28 — Chicano Hispanic Law Students Association