The SLS is a student-run organization comprised of members from all years of the JD program. Our team members bring with them an array of diverse backgrounds and experiences but we share a common goal of fostering a unique and fulfilling experience at Faculty of Law. Outside of the SLS, we moot, play intramurals, and volunteer. We have participated in 1L and 2L recruit and worked as research assistants. And, most importantly, we have made an effort to know our peers and professors. For whatever we might assist you with, feel free to reach out. We would be happy to help.
Executive Team
President
Joel Tallerico (he/him)
Contact: joel.tallerico@ucalgary.ca
Year and program: 3rd of 4 years, JD/MBA
Education:
•Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, Carleton University
•Master of Political Management, Carleton University
Previous work history: Senior Policy Advisor to the Minister of Public Services and Procurement
Activities and Affiliations:
• Intramural Dodgeball, 2022 Champion
• Faculty Council, UCalgary Faculty of Law
• Former SLA Caseworker
• Regular, Ducky’s Karaoke
“In the immortal words of Trooper: ‘We’re here for a good time - not a long time.’ Let's make this year one to remember!”
vp academic
Micaylee Rodyniuk
Contact: micaylee.rodyniuk@ucalgary.ca
Year and program: 3rd year JD
Education:
•Bachelor of Music specializing in Jazz Voice
Previous work history: Professional Musician
Activities and Affiliations:
• Faculty Council, UCalgary Faculty of Law
• Former SLA Caseworker
• PBSC Project Coordinator
“I have no idea what I'm doing, but I know I'm doing it well."- Andy Dwyer
vp aDMINISTRATION
Charlotte Kelso (she/her)
Contact: charlotte.kelso1@ucalgary.ca
Year and program: 3rd year JD
Education:
•Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy), University of British Columbia
Activities and Affiliations:
• President, Christian Law Students’ Association
• Law School Ambassador
• Faculty Council, UCalgary Faculty of Law
• Former Pro Bono Students Canada Volunteer
“My vision for UCalgary Law is a welcoming and supportive environment for students to thrive throughout their law school journey. We want your experience to be enriching and fun! Please feel free to reach out to me any time.”
VP Clubs
Thomas Nguyen (he/him)
Contact: thomas.nguyen3@ucalgary.ca
Year and program: 2nd Year, JD
Education: Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences) and Bachelor of Arts (Sociology), University of Alberta
Activities and Affiliations:
VP Events, OUTLaw UCalgary Branch
Caseworker, Student Legal Assistance
Former Elementary School Mock Trial Volunteer, Pro Bono Students Canada
VP Events
Tasia Ntwari (she/her)
Contact: tasia.ntwari@ucalgary.ca
Year and Program: 2nd Year, JD
Education: Bachelor of Commerce with Distinction, Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary
Work Experience: Supply Chain Consultant in Calgary and Montreal
Activities and Affiliations:
• BLSA Events Support Director (2022 - Present)
• PBSC Volunteer (2022-2023)
Languages: Fluent in English and French
VP finance
Ryan Morstad
Contact: slsvpfinance@gmail.com
Year and program: 3rd Year, JD
Education: Bachelor of Business Administration (Financial Services), Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Activities and Affiliations:
Student Legal Assistance Volunteer Caseworker and Outreach Coordinator
Faculty Council, UCalgary Faculty of Law
Former PBSC Podcast Host
“Even more excited to work with SLS this year to keep making UCalgary Law a great place to go to school. Please feel free to contact me for any questions about SLS finances, reimbursement, membership dues, or event funding! ”
VP Marketing
Grace Kabengele
Contact: grace.kabengele@ucalgary.ca
Year and program: 2nd Year/JD
Education: Bachelor of Arts, Law and Society First-Class Honours
Activities and Affiliations:
Student Legal Assistance
Pro-Bono Students Association
Black law Students Association
Canadian Association of Black Lawyers
Third-year representative
Chyna Brown (she/her)
Contact: chyna.brown@ucalgary.ca
Year and program: 3rd year, JD
Education: Bachelor of Political Science and Minor in Management and Society, University of Calgary
Activities and Affiliations:
VP Events Black Law Students’ Association
President Tech and Law Association
National Director of Communications Black Law Students’ Association
BSEAP Sub-Committee
Admissions Committee
EDI Committee
Words to live by: “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” ― Maya Angelou
SECOND-Year Representative
Robin Young (she/her)
Contact: robin.young@ucalgary.ca
Year and program: 2L, JD
Education: B.S. Economics, B.S. Communication; both earned from the University of Utah May 2022.
Activities and Affiliations:
Pro Bono Students Canada
Business Law Association
Calgary Bar Association
Alberta Women’s Law Society
Environmental Law Society
The Moot Times
FIRST-Year Representative
Name: Bayley Wachsmuth (She/Her)
Year and program: 1st Year, JD
Contact: bayley.wachsmuth1@ucalgary.ca
Education: BA Philosophy - University of British Columbia
Activities and Affiliations:
Student Legal Assistance Caseworker
Pro Bono Students Canada Volunteer
Intramural Soccer
FIRST-Year Events Representative
Nadia Tarrabain (She/Her)
Year and program: 1st year JD
Contact: nadia.tarrabain@ucalgary.ca
Education: Bachelor of Secondary Education (Mathematics Major, Indigenous Studies Minor) from the University of Alberta in 2023
Activities and Affiliations:
Education:
Pro Bono Students Canada
Faculty Council, UCalgary Faculty of Law
VP EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Name: Alissar Laham
Contact: TBA
Year and program: TBA
Education: TBA
Activities and Affiliations:
TBA
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VP Sports and recreation
Name: Sarah Brewin
Contact: sarah.brewin@ucalgary.ca
Year and program: 3rd year, JD
Education: Bachelor of Arts (Law and Society), University of Calgary
Activities and Affiliations:
Vice Chair of UCalgary Law Golf Tournament 2022
UofC Female Club Athlete of the Year 2020
Captain of Dinos Ringette Team 2018-2020