DELAWARE CAMPUS AMBASSADORS
Peter Tsoflias
pitsoflias@mail.widener.edu
Third Year, Regular Division
Hometown: Lancaster, PA
Undergraduate: West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Major: Finance; Minor in Accounting
Legal Interests: Bankruptcy Law, Real Estate Law, Employment LawPeter serves as Vice President of Phi Alpha Delta and staff member of the Delaware Journal of Corporate Law. Along with his student responsibilities, he works as a Legal Intern at Mendelsohn & Mendelsohn PC which is a Consumer Bankruptcy Firm in Reading, PA and clerked with The Honorable Janice Jimenez over the summer.
What does Peter like most about Widener Law? Widener Law’s faculty impresses Peter. “The professors at Widener Law are not only an incredible wealth of knowledge but they also have a passion for the law which becomes evident in their lectures. The professors here have open-door policies and are always willing to assist students in any way they can. Additionally, they are extremely well published, and a great resource for students seeking to improve upon their legal writing skills.”
Tom Trettel
tmtrettel@mail.widener.edu
Third Year, Regular Division
Hometown: Newark, DE
Undergraduate: University of Delaware
Major: Psychology
Tom is a 2L Student Bar Association (SBA) Representative and an active member of Phi Alpha Delta. Additionally, he serves as Competition Co-Chair of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Society (ADR). His prior work experience involved in-patient psychiatric teenage counseling and business entrepreneurship.What does Tom like most about Widener Law? Tom appreciates that Widener Law “professors have all practiced law in the real world before moving into the academic world, a real world perspective is invaluable for students trying to understand the law.”
Brittney Cafero
bacafero@mail.widener.edu
First Year, Regular Division
Hometown: Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Undergraduate: Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Major: History with a minor in Political Science.
Legal Interests: Health, Real Estate, Government
Brittney is beginning her extracurricular involvement by joining Phi Alpha Delta (PAD). Her prior experience includes election poll volunteer, participation in senate and assembly campaigns and serving as an English Tutor.
What does Brittney like most about Widener Law? The friendly environment and professor-student interaction drew Brittney to Widener Law.
Jason Ploppert
Jploppert@mail.widener.edu
Third Year, Regular Division
Hometown: Douglassville, Pa
Undergraduate: Penn State, University Park
Major: Crime, Law & Justice
Legal Interests: Bankruptcy Law, Corporate Restructuring, Commercial Real Estate, Commercial Transactions
Along with Student Ambassador membership, Jason is involved with the Delaware Journal of Corporate Law and the Environmental Law Society. He also clerked at the Law Office of Stephen Ross and volunteered for Feel the Warmth (a Philadelphia Coat Drive), Easter Seals, Penn State’s THON and at Pottstown Hospital.
What does Jason like most about Widener Law? Jason most appreciates Widener Law’s community atmosphere, “unlike most other law schools that I considered, people seem genuinely interested in helping each other here. The professors are approachable, and even though classes and grades are competitive, the students are not your typical me-first law students.”
Samantha Cohen
slcohen@mail.widener.edu
First Year, Regular Division
Hometown: Baltimore, MD
Undergraduate: Penn State
Major: Journalism with a minor in Political Science.
Samantha has a rich journalism background having worked for Baltimore Magazine and Kiplinger’s in Washington, D.C. She also interned with Congressman John P. Sarbanes.
What does Samantha like most about Widener Law? The friendly and welcoming students helped her decide to attend Widener.
Brandon Accardi
bpaccardi@mail.widener.edu
Second Year, Regular Division
Hometown: Washington Township, NJ
Undergraduate: University of Delaware
Major: International Relations
Legal Interests: Corporate Law - Mergers and Acquisitions, Corporate Restructuring, Constitutional Law - Human Rights
Brandon is involved in the Widener Law community as a Phi Alpha Delta member, President of OUTlaw and staff on the Delaware Journal of Corporate Law. He also interns at the Delaware Bankruptcy Court under Judge Kevin J. Carey
What does Brandon like most about Widener Law? Along with many other students, Brandon appreciates the quality of the faculty. He finds that “they effectively prepare us for taking the Bar and practicing as an attorney. They want nothing more than the success of their students.”
Patrice Turenne
pturenne@mail.widener.edu
Second Year, Part-Time Extended Division
Hometown: Norristown, PA
Undergraduate: University of Pittsburgh
Major: Economics
Patrice is a member of Phi Alpha Delta and works full-time as a Client Service Manager for an insurance consulting company. In the past, she volunteered at animal shelters and served as a mentor to underprivileged youth.
What does Patrice like most about Widener Law? “There is so much to love about Widener Law! First, I have to say the faculty and staff are amazing. Everyone is so helpful. All of the professors are approachable both in and out of the classroom. Law school is tough so it is great that Widener has professors that are willing to help students not only with the substance of the classes they teach but they are also willing to help students develop as legal professionals.”
Lindsay Bennett
lnbennett@mail.widener.edu
First Year, Part-Time Extended Division
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Undergraduate: University of Pittsburgh
Major: History
Legal Interests: Criminal Prosecution, Immigration, International Law
Lindsay was a Resident Assistant and tour guide at the University Pittsburgh and interned at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s office. She also worked at the Municipal Court with Judge Bradley K. Moss.
What does Lindsay like most about Widener Law? As a relatively young law school, Lindsay was impressed with Widener Law’s stellar reputation and solid placement percentage.
HARRISBURG CAMPUS AMBASSADORS
Rebecca Bailey
rlbailey@mail.widener.edu
Second Year, Extended Division
Hometown: Hershey, PA
Undergraduate: Kutztown University & Universidad del Azuay
Major: Criminal Justice
Legal Interests: Drafting legislative proposals; Specific focus on revising the Workers' Compensation Act and Protection from Abuse Act in Pennsylvania.
Rebecca is part of the Student Bar Association, the Mentor/Mentee Program, and serves as a volunteer notary for Wills for Heroes. Outside of school, she serves as the Public Relations Committee Chair for the Central Pennsylvania Paralegal Association and a volunteer for the Dauphin County Bar Association - Homeless Outreach Program
What does Rebecca like most about Widener Law? "The comradery that exists between the students and professors at Widener Law is a unique and invaluable asset of the school. Whether it’s holding optional review sessions on the weekends, or staying late after class to answer questions, the professors at Widener are committed to ensuring their students obtain the necessary skills to succeed both now and in the future."
Ryan Gonder
rtgonder@mail.widener.edu
Second Year, Extended Division
Hometown: Millersburg, PA
Undergraduate: Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Major: Economics with an option in Finance
Legal Interests: Business Law, Employment Law, Constitutional Law
Ryan is a Student Bar Association Representative, a member of the Moot Court Honor Society, and serves as a Research Assistant to Professor Christopher J. Robinette.
What does Ryan like most about Widener Law? “What I like most about Widener Law in Harrisburg is the authenticity of the faculty and staff. From day one they go above and beyond to ensure that our experience here at Widener puts us in a position for success both in school and in our careers after graduation. While attending law school at Widener you are more than just a number on paper, every person in the Widener community is genuinely concerned about what you have envisioned for your future.”
Rachel Hadrick
rrhadrick@mail.widener.edu
Third Year, Regular Division
Hometown: Norristown, PA
Undergraduate: Lebanon Valley College
Major: Music Recording Technology
Legal Interests: Employment Law, Business Counseling, Litigation
Along with active involvement with the Admissions office, Rachel participates with the Widener Law Journal, Black Law Student Association (BLSA) and OUTlaw. Furthermore, she serves as an Academic Support Fellow for Legal Methods. Rachel previously worked in higher education in student affairs and diversity. This past summer, she interned with McNees, Wallace & Nurick LLC. When she is not studying, Rachel sings with her church’s music department.
What does Rachel like most about Widener Law? “I truly appreciate the relationships that I have made with both my classmates, professors, and alumni. Wherever I go, people have amazing things to say about Widener Law. I am confident that our students can compete with the best of the best with a Widener Law education.”
Chase Magaziner
cbmagaziner@mail.widener.edu
First Year, Regular Division
Hometown: Potomac, MD
Undergraduate: Pennsylvania State University
Major: Political Science w/minors in International Studies & Sociology
Legal Interests: Healthcare Law, Environmental Law, and International Law
Chase serves as a Student Bar Association Representative.
What does Chase like most about Widener Law? "Faculty - the professors are obviously very intelligent, but what really stands out is their dedication to the students. It is very clear how much they want us to succeed."
Konstantinos "Kosta" Patsiopoulos
kpatsiopoulos@mail.widener.edu
First Year, Regular Division
Hometown: Nutley, New Jersey
Undergraduate: Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Major: Political Science with a Law Concentration
Legal Interests: Criminal Law
1L Student Representative for the Student Bar Association; BARBRI Student Representative
What does Kosta like most about Widener Law? "The availability of professors and their willingness to assist students."
Ta-Meka Winston
tswinston@mail.widener.edu
First Year, Extended Division
Hometown: Richmond, Virginia
Undergraduate: Mary Baldwin College
Major: Asian Studies
Legal Interests: International Law, Criminal Law
Ta-Meka is a member of the Black Law Students Association (BLSA) and of the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
What does Ta-Meka like most about Widener Law? "What I like most about Widener Law is the warm learning environment combined with the fact that the faculty truly cares about the success of the students. Widener is a true teaching school that prides itself in graduating students that are well prepared to join the legal community."