EXECUTIVE BOARD
Nicolas Scola
President - Class of 2027
Nick is a junior pursuing an uncoordinated dual-degree through Wharton and the college, concentrating in Finance and studying Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE). He is currently interested in corporate and Constitutional Law and has even published a legal brief regarding the constitutionality of the Federal Reserve.
After graduating from Penn, Nick plans to work in finance before attending law school and later practicing corporate law as a Mergers & Acquisitions attorney.
Outside of his academics, Nick enjoys investing, traveling, playing basketball and hanging out with friends.
Redina Rapi
Vice President, Re-Founder - Class of 2026
Redina is a senior in the college studying Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE) and minoring in Consumer Psychology and Hispanic Studies. Redina re-started JMS because she was looking for a welcoming, inclusive community of other pre-law students.
She envisions JMS as a valuable resource to help her and other students understand the law school application process and connect with alumni who have undegone this experience.
Outside of JMS, Redina is also is involved with the Penn Albanian Society, The WALK Fashion Magazine, and the Philadelphia Institute of Contemporary Art. In her free time, she loves to cook new recipes, visit art exhibitions, and go on road trips to spontaneous places.
Jack Grbic
Co-External Chair - Class of 2027
Jack is a sophomore in the College studying History with minors in Art History and Legal Studies. As Co-External Chair, he hopes to bridge the gap between law students, the legal profession, and undergraduates by creating opportunities for collaboration and mentorship.
He envisions JMS as a community that exposes members to the many niches within the legal field, helping students discover how their individual interests can uniquely contribute to a better world. Jack is particularly interested in international law, including private collector and museum acquisitions, repatriation, and the protection of cultural heritage sites in times of war and conflict. He is also involved with art institutions in the Philadelphia area, where his research focuses on South Asian art.
Outside of JMS, Jack enjoys visiting Philadelphia’s art museums, going to the gym, and reading.
Luiza Sulea
Co-External Chair - Class of 2027
Luiza Sulea is a junior in the college studying Intellectual History. In her JMS role, she is excited to create opportunities for students to connect with legal professionals, from litigators to politicians to scholars.
Luiza hopes to shape JMS into a space where students see the law not only as a career path, but as a lens for understanding power, responsibility, and community. She is especially interested in intellectual property, ownership, and access, and envisions JMS events as chances to explore similar ideas while preparing for law school.
Luiza is also involved with the Mayor’s Scholars of Philadelphia and Penn Records, and works at Penn Carey Law and WXPN. She enjoys live music, writing elaborate café reviews on Beli, and following hyperlinks to the bottom of the internet.
Sarah Shahed
Internal Chair - Class of 2028
Sarah is a sophomore in the college studying Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE) and minoring in Psychology as well as Legal Studies & History. She joined JMS to connect with other pre-law students at Penn and to be part of a supportive community.
She envisions JMS as both a space for professional development and guidance through the law school application process, as well as an opportunity to form lasting friendships within a collaborative pre-law space.
Outside of JMS, Sarah is involved with the South Asia Society, The Daily Pennsylvanian, Wharton Women, and the Penn Association for Gender Equity. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and trying new food, going to the gym, and spending time outdoors.
Rawan Awadalla
Social Chair - Class of 2026
Rawan is a senior in the college studying Sociology with a concentration in Law and Society and a minor in Legal Studies. She joined JMS on the quest for legal knowledge that is complemented by networking opportunities and insights into the intricacies of the legal profession.
Rawan aspires to help transform JMS into a valuable resource facilitating the understanding of the law school application process and fostering connections with alumni who have undergone similar experiences.
Outside of JMS, Rawan is a part of the Sociology Undergraduate Assembly Board, Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity, Penn for Unicef, International Affairs Association, and Penn Arab Society. Outside the realm of academia, Rawan finds joy in baking, exploring new places, and visiting different art exhibitions and installations.
Zara Tena
Marketing Chair - Class of 2026
Zara is a senior in the college studying Political Science and minoring in Legal Studies and History. Zara joined JMS because she wanted to connect with other pre-law students at Penn.
As an international student, she believes that JMS can be a valuable tool for students to understand the process of going to law school and what this entails.
Outside of JMS, Zara is also involved in The Daily Pennsylvanian, F-Word Magazine, the WALK, and Perry World House. In her free time she loves to go on walks, read, and go on shopping trips with her friends.
Vivi Sankar
Finance Chair - Class of 2027
Vivi is a junior in the College of Arts & Sciences and the Wharton School studying a dual degree in Biochemistry and Finance. She is interested in the intersection between medicine, equity and policy applications, as well as in solving global challenges in patent and intellectual property law.
Outside of JMS, Vivi writes for The Daily Pennsylvanian, is involved with Moot Court, the West Philadelphia Tutoring Project and Penn Undergraduate Chemistry Society. She also does chemistry research with the Fakhraai Lab at Penn.
In her free time, Vivi loves crocheting, baking new recipes and traveling.
Jonathan Jones
Professional Development Chair - Class of 2028
Jonathan is a sophomore in the Wharton School concentrating in Finance. He is a member of the Penn Sailing Team and is deeply interested in finance, law, and public policy.
Following his time at Wharton, he plans to attend law school and later pursue a career in public service.
Outside of academics, Jonathan enjoys sailing, kayaking, cycling, traveling, and engaging in thoughtful discussions on current events and ideas.
Thivya Jeyapalan
Freshman Liaison - Class of 2029
Thivya is a first-year student in the Wharton School and a member of the Joseph Wharton Scholars Program from Canada.
She views the freshmen liaison role as an opportunity to introduce her class to legal opportunities early on while organizing welcoming events that bring freshmen together within JMS.
Thivya also works part-time at Penn Carey Law in marketing and, outside of that, enjoys playing piano and exploring the Philly food scene with friends.
Reagan Reese
Director of Web Content - Class of 2026
Reagan is a senior in the college studying Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE) with minors in Neuroscience and Consumer Psychology. She joined JMS for more opportunities to connect with others in the legal profession.
Outside of JMS, she is an EMT through Penn's Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT), Director of Marketing and editor of The Pennsylvania Post, member of Chi Omega Fraternity, Engagement Chair of Penn Traditions, and is on the Penn Panhellenic Executive Council.
Reagan is currently a fall intern in the U.S. Senate and has previously interned in the U.S. House of Representatives, where she found a passion for government and law. After graduating from Penn, she plans to return to Capitol Hill as a staffer before attending law school.