Editor-In-Chief
Josie Tarin
Josie Tarin is a 3L from Siloam Springs, Arkansas who graduated from Duke University in 2020 with an A.B. in Political Science. During her undergraduate studies, she spent time abroad in Geneva, Switzerland; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Mexico City, Mexico; and Amman, Jordan. She is fluent in Spanish and has elementary proficiency in French. Before law school, Josie served with AmeriCorps, working to support her community in Northwest Arkansas. Her comment, "In Violation of Diplomatic Treaties: A Look into Ecuador’s Forced Extraction," was published in AUILR (Volume 40, Issue 2). At WCL, Josie is an active mentor with ADVANCE, an organization that supports first-generation law students, and serves as a Student Attorney in WCL’s International Human Rights Clinic. During her 2L year, she interned with the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of International Affairs and the Commercial Law Development Program at the U.S. Department of Commerce. She has also interned with Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) and the U.S. International Trade Commission. Outside of law school, Josie enjoys traveling, visiting friends, trying new foods, and watching the Mexican National Soccer Team with her family.
Managing Editor
Brooke Sim
Brooke Sim is a 3L from Fishers, Indiana. She received her B.A. from Indiana University in Media, Cinematography, and Film Production. During this time, Brooke had the opportunity to travel Asia and Europe, sparking her curiosity in international law. After graduation, she earned her M.B.A. from Western Governors University and worked on political campaigns. During law school, she has interned at the Computer and Communications Industry Association and the Glen Echo Group. Outside of law school, Brooke enjoys traveling, walking around the city, cooking, and reading.
Executive Editor
Julie Gobble
Originally from Texas, Julie Gobble earned her B.A. in Political Science with a minor in Psychology from the University of Texas at Tyler, graduating summa cum laude as a Bill Archer Fellow. Before law school, she worked in nonprofit and political communications. Most recently, she served as an Internal Communications Officer at the World Resources Institute, where she led executive communications and policy coordination, streamlined messaging platforms, and strengthened staff engagement across the organization’s 14 international offices. As a 3L at WCL, Julie is driven by a deep commitment to criminal justice, and is preparing to pursue post-graduate work in public defense. Outside of law school, Julie enjoys gardening, running a vintage clothing shop, and exploring D.C.'s trails and parks with her husky, Sirius.
Senior Note & Comment Editor
Nicholas Schwartz
Nick Schwartz is a 3L from Norwalk, Connecticut who attended his home state’s University of Connecticut, graduating with a degree in History. In between undergrad and law school, he worked as a legal assistant for Morrison Foerster LLP, where he became steadfast in his desire to attend law school. He has spent the past two summers working for the federal government; first for the Office of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and then in the Office of Privacy and Civil Liberties at the U.S. Department of Justice. His legal interests focus primarily on national security, privacy, and international humanitarian law. Nick’s Comment, entitled “Holding Out for Better Weather: Foreign Aid and the Principle of Humanity in Armed Conflicts and Natural Disasters” was published in Volume 40 of AUILR. Outside of the academic and professional spheres, Nick is an ardent supporter of his UConn basketball teams and various New York sports teams. He enjoys creative writing and can often be found with a book for leisure reading.
Academy on Human Rights & Humanitarian Law Book Editor
Bolu Jegede
Bolu Jegede is a 3L born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria. When she was 15, her family migrated to the U.S., where she completed her high school education in New Jersey. Bolu received her B.A. in philosophy from Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights, Illinois. Bolu Speaks Yoruba, and has working knowledge of French and Spanish. Bolu is passionate about protecting human rights of indigenous communities, especially where there are high value, raw materials and minerals. In short, making sure that businesses are conducting due diligence. Her comment focusing on this issue, titled "Blood Cobalt: Unmasking and Charging Corporations for Involvement in International Law Violations in The Democratic Republic Of Congo" has been approved for publication by AUILR. While in law school, Bolu has interned for the national Center for State Courts, where she focused on judicial efficiency for trying national terrorism cases in Nigeria.
Symposium & Events Editor
Keisuke Fujio
Keisuke Fujio is a 3L passionate about international criminal law and international human rights law. He is a graduate of American University where he earned a B.A. in Communications, Legal Institutions, Economics, and Government (CLEG) and was a visiting student at the University of Oxford (Lady Margaret Hall) during his junior year. During law school, Keis has interned with the U.S. Department of Justice Office of International Affairs and TrialWatch of the Clooney Foundation for Justice and Columbia Law School Human Rights Institute. During the Fall of 2025 he will be a law clerk with the U.S. Department of Justice Human Rights and Special Prosecutions Section. Outside of law school, Keisuke enjoys baseball, poker, and his cat, Zorro.
Digital Articles Editor
Johanna Leffler
Johanna Leffler is a 3L from Silver Spring, Maryland. She earned her B.A. in International Studies and French from the University of Rhode Island and earned a Certificate of Political Studies from L'Institut d'Études Politiques de Rennes (Sciences Po Rennes) during her junior year while studying abroad. Johanna is fluent in French and German. Before law school, she worked as a litigation paralegal in international arbitration and antitrust and consumer protection practices. Since coming to WCL, Johanna has been involved in ADVANCE, the first-generation law student society, the Human Rights Brief, and has worked as a research assistant for international environmental law Professor David Hunter. Johanna has interned as the U.S. Department of Justice Office of International Affairs and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Maryland, and spent her 2L summer as a Summer Associate at Blank Rome LLP. Her comment titled, "Martinique’s Octroi de Mer: Ancient Dock Dues Threaten the Integrity of the European Union’s (EU) Internal Market and Contribute to the Cost of Living Crisis" will be published in Vol. 41 Issue 1 of AUILR. Outside of law school, Johanna enjoys reading fantasy books, swimming, and enjoying the D.C. food scene.
Associate Digital Articles Editor
Ariana Gravinese
Ariana Gravinese is a 3L from the New York/Connecticut area. She earned her B.A. in Economics and Political Science, with a minor in Hispanic Studies, from Vassar College. Prior to law school, Ariana served as a Legal Research Fellow to Professor Taneisha Means, co-authoring scholarly articles exploring how Black and white judges perceive the influence of identity, individuals, and institutions on judicial decision-making. At WCL, Ariana serves as a Compass Mentor, supporting first-year students as they navigate the transition to law school. During her 2L year, she interned for the Honorable Kevin G. Hessler at the Maryland Circuit Court for Montgomery County and spent her 2L summer as a Summer Associate at Morgan Lewis in Washington, D.C., in the investment management practice group. Outside of law school, Ariana is a dedicated equestrian and competitive polo player. She actively volunteers with animal rescue organizations and is passionate about strengthening legal protections for animal welfare both in the U.S. and abroad.
Senior Articles Editor
Erin Soro
Erin Soro is a 3L with a strong passion for international economic development law, particularly as it relates to creating sustainable legal and economic frameworks. Originally from Côte d’Ivoire and Canada, Erin graduated from Purdue University in 2023 with a B.S. in Economics and minors in Human Resource Management and Global Liberal Arts Studies. During high school, she founded the first student-led breast cancer foundation in Côte d’Ivoire, a milestone that sparked her commitment to social justice and community-driven change. At WCL, she serves as a Research Assistant for Professor Fernanda Nicola, Director of the International Organizations, Law, and Development Program (DIOLP), and interned with the Legal Vice Presidency of the World Bank, where she contributed to projects on legal aid and gender equity. Erin is fluent in French and has limited proficiency in Spanish. Outside of law school, she enjoys musical theater, watching movies, and cooking.
Associate Executive Editors
Brooke Atkinson
Brooke Atkinson is a 3L who grew up in North Augusta, South Carolina. She received her B.A. in Political Science and Criminal Justice from Clemson University. After graduating, she worked as a paralegal for a year at a law firm in Greenville, SC. Working at the firm sparked her interested in applying to law school. Aside from AUILR, she is part of the Women’s Law Association and is a Dean’s Fellow for Legal Research and Writing. Outside of school, she enjoys trying new restaurants, listening to podcasts, and working out.
Oscar Cheng
Oscar Cheng is a 3L who was born and raised in Taiwan. He received his B.A. in Philosophy and Political Science from National Chengchi University in Taiwan. Currently, Oscar works as a research assistant with Professor Rebecca Hamilton and assists Just Security, a daily digital law and policy journal, in maintaining its Litigation Tracker. In addition to being part of AUILR, he is involved with the National Security Law Brief and will be engaged in the Lawyering Peace Program as well as the International Human Rights Clinic during his upcoming 3L year. Oscar is interested in public international law, including human rights, international criminal law, and the law of war. Oscar specializes in Taiwanese issues in international law. Outside of law school, Oscar is a storyteller in games and enjoys sharing Taiwanese cuisine with his friends.
Ryan Vulpis