Student finds his professional calling through the Legal Aid Clinic When Matt Koegel, L’25, first visited KU Law in the middle of a chilly February in 2022, he wasn’t sure this was where he’d end up. The quiet streets of Lawrence didn’t initially make a strong impression on the New Yorker, but a return visit changed his mind and ultimately …
Graduate Profile: Anne Marie Yatsula, L’25
From the Sunshine State to the Sunflower State Anne Marie Yatsula, L’25, likes to joke that she randomly looked at a map to decide where to go to law school. The truth is, the Florida-native fell in love with Lawrence when she visited. “I got the sense that KU would be a place where I could be part of a …
Graduate Profile: John Harris, L’25
Native American Law Students Association president to continue his passion for public service For John Harris, L’25, public service and Jayhawk pride run deep. Originally from Shawnee, Kansas, his journey through law school wasn’t just about building a career; it was about answering a lifelong call to public interest. “Both of my parents worked for government employers, so I was …
Graduate Profile: Leah Stein, L’25
KU Law student looks ahead to a career in civil litigation As a Dodge City native with deep roots in southwest Kansas, Leah Stein always knew she wanted to make a meaningful impact close to home. When it came time to choose a law school, the decision was easy. “I picked KU Law because I grew up in southwest Kansas …
Planning for the Future
Steve Novak’s Enduring Commitment to KU Law Steve Novak doesn’t spend his time considering his legacy, but he does think everyone should plan ahead. “I don’t want to be too cliché, but the old saying is true,” he explains with a laugh. “If you don’t create an estate plan, the state where you live will be happy to provide one …
Alumni gift turns taxes into impact
How an IRA QCD Can Support KU Law Students As both a tax attorney and the dean of the KU School of Law, Stephen Mazza knows something about taxable income and funding the school. “We don’t want to get into the business of giving out tax advice,” Mazza joked. “But the tax benefits of transferring minimum distributions from an IRA …