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Isabella Terracina, She/Her
President - Class of 2026'

I joined LPLS to connect with other Rutgers students who share my aspirations and cultural experiences. This organization has become the place not only where I have learned so much about the law school admissions process, but also a supportive community of mentors and friends that I have had the opportunity to help cultivate. 

Tatiana Sarmiento, She/Her
Vice President - Class of 2026

I joined LPLS because I was seeking a space where I could find mentorship from upperclassmen who could give me career and collegiate advice, since I was a first generation student. I am proud to say that I have paid this forward since, establishing LPLS as an organization that gives back.

Gregory Martinez, He/Him
Secretary - Class of 2026

I joined LPLS because I needed a space to find a cultural and professional community after switching to a pre-law track my sophomore year and struggling to connect with the Latine community as a commuter.

Marilyn Jaya-Zaruma, She/Her
Treasurer - Class of 2027

LPLS became an opportunity to be surrounded by a goal-oriented, humble community and discover my passion for law, while highlighting Latinx representation in the legal field.

Alex J. Lee, He/They
Public Relations - Class of 2027

Joining LPLS was one of the best decisions I’ve made throughout my college career. This organization has allowed me to connect with a wonderful community that not only has a passion for the legal field but also cares about representation and culture. LPLS will leave a great mark in Rutgers history for the opportunities it provides and the relationships that can be created.

Valentina Ramirez, She/Her
Events Coordinator - Class of 2027

I joined LPLS because I was seeking a community where my peers had similar ambitions and faced similar challenges as myself. LPLS helped me find my cultural and professional niche on such a large campus.

Isabella Vallejo, She/Her
Outreach Chair - Class of 2028

For me, LPLS was a community of young professionals who supported each other and wanted to see each other succeed. That is exactly what I wanted when coming to Rutgers, which made LPLS a perfect fit for me.

Rafael Escalante, He/Him
Senior Advisor - Class of 2026

As a first-generation college student, it can be difficult to find peers who truly understand your experiences—especially at a large school like Rutgers–New Brunswick. The Latinx Pre-Law Society has given me a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share my passion for using the law as a tool to improve the lives of the most disadvantaged.

A Message From Our Founder…


Hello! My name is Milena Guevara, and I’m the founding President of the Latinx Pre-Law Society (LPLS) at Rutgers University–New Brunswick. I graduated with the Class of 2025, with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science.

The idea for LPLS was born during my freshman year. From the moment I arrived at Rutgers, I knew I wanted to become a lawyer. But as a first-generation student at a large university, I didn’t know how to find or access the pre-law resources available to me. I also didn’t have family members in the legal field who could guide me through this process.

I realized there needed to be a space where first-generation and minority students could come together to share knowledge, support one another, and navigate the long, often confusing path to law school. LPLS became that space. We built it around hosting events with lawyers, judges, law students, and law school admissions officers to provide real-world insight into the legal profession.

Since our first meeting of just 10 members, LPLS has grown to over 200 members. We’ve hosted 38 events, launched a community-funded pre-law scholarship (raising $1,600 so far), and held our first-ever Pre-Law Gala featuring New Jersey Supreme Court Justice Fabiana Pierre-Louis as our keynote speaker. Most importantly, I’ve met incredible students whose dedication to our mission inspires me every day.

We know this work matters now more than ever. In a time when efforts to promote diversity and inclusion face challenges, we remain committed to being an accessible, welcoming community. There are no membership dues, attendance requirements, or applications to join. We understand that our members balance school, work, and family, so our doors are always open.

If you’re reading this: Welcome to LPLS! We can’t wait to see you at our next meeting.