FAQ
What is the mission of the ACLU Student Chapter at Mitchell Hamline? To promote and increase interest in civil liberties, especially those of the student; to promote discussion about civil liberties issues; and to protect those same civil liberties.
What types of issues does the ACLU deal with? Racial Justice, Criminal Justice, Police Practices, Prisoner Rights, Immigrant Rights, Reproductive Freedom, LGBTQ+ Rights, Voting Rights, Privacy & Technology, Religion and Belief, Student & Youth Rights, Disability Rights, Privacy and National Security, and Personal Liberties!
How can I become a member and stay updated on the ACLU Student Chapter at Mitchell Hamline?
To be added to the ACLU MH membership e-distribution list, please reach out to our Membership Coordinator, LeRoi Enriquez.
You can also search “ACLU Mitchell Hamline Student Chapter” to join the ACLU Facebook group.
Contact Information: ACLU.board@mitchellhamline.edu
2022-23 Officers
President
Nina Sotino
Vice President
Jessica Tanem
Secretary
Sayna Parsi
Treasurer
Scott Bryson
Events Coordinator
Stephanie Rudenko
Membership Coordinator
Jordan Egan
Faculty Advisor
Professor Raleigh Levine
Past Events
Is There an Immigration Crisis: How did we get here, and where are we going?
Mitchell Hamline ACLU and Immigration Law Student Organization (ILSO) co-hosted this panel.
Immigration History, Law, and Policy, a discussion on “How we got here, a historical perspective” led by Dr. Jimmy Patiño from the University of Minnesota. Next, Susana De León of De León, Nestor & Torres provided insights into the legal issues immigration lawyers face in their work. Finally, Julia Decker, Policy Director for ACLU-MN, highlighted some policy issues that indicate where immigration law is going.
In case you missed this event on September 28, 2021, here is a recording. It is worth 1.5 hours of Diversity Credit.