Welcome to the Office of Student Affairs

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) welcomes you to another safe space at the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law. We believe in transparency, authentic individuality, academic excellence and overall well-being. We embrace the changes that allow us to think of innovative ways to engage our students. The OSA supports the mission, vision and principles set forth by the University of Louisville.

This office is dedicated to helping students develop a strong platform for student success and wellness. We offer support, organizational leadership opportunities and guidance while facilitating meaningful relationships among students, faculty, and staff.

Image: Signature, Crystal Coel
Crystal Rae Coel, Esq., M.A.

Assistant Dean for Student Affairs

Student Spotlights

	Allison Florence Class of 2025 Hometown: LaGrange, Kentucky What do you like about Brandeis/Law School? One thing I admire about Brandeis is the desire to produce not only good lawyers and legal scholars, but well-rounded and passionate advocates who are ready and eager to serve their community. Service is at the heart of Brandeis, and the law school makes it a clear priority to support student passions and locate resources to help achieve student goals. Career goal – what do you want to do after graduation? I plan to dedicate my practice to real estate transactions with a focus on the development of affordable housing. Who has influenced you the most? My Nana takes the cake. For as long as I can remember, she has been my biggest cheerleader and pushed me to be the best version of myself. A retired public school teacher, she showed me the value of education and taught me resilience, compassion, and how to laugh when the going gets tough. Favorite Quote: “What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” – Nelson Mandela
	Trevor Christopher Warren Class of 2025 Hometown: Louisville, Kentucky What do you like about Brandeis/Law School? I appreciate the wide array of international opportunities available. I studied abroad in Budapest and will be traveling to Belize to present on the LMPD Consent Decree. These experiences allow me to engage globally while helping reform legal systems. Career goal – what do you want to do after graduation? I plan to work in civil litigation, specifically practicing insurance defense. Who has influenced you the most? My family. As the oldest among my siblings and cousins, I had to forge my own path. They supported me endlessly, especially as the first in my family to attend law school. Favorite Quote: “It is not the critic who counts... The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena...” – Theodore Roosevelt
	Nancy Kim Ngo Class of 2025 Hometown: Louisville, Kentucky What do you like about Brandeis/Law School? I love the supportive and collaborative nature of the student body, faculty, and administration. The community here is active both in and outside of school. Career goal – what do you want to do after graduation? I hope to work in a health-care legal environment—whether at a firm, hospital, or other organization. Who has influenced you the most? My family—Thanks Mom, Dad, and Betty! Favorite Quote: "Empathy is painful, but the alternative is unthinkable." – Lucy Chen, The Rookie
	Luke David Schultheis Class of 2025 Hometown: Evansville, Indiana What do you like about Brandeis/Law School? I came to Louisville for undergrad and fell in love with the community. I appreciate the school's connection to the city. Career goal – what do you want to do after graduation? I hope to continue practicing with the firm I'm clerking for—Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer—focusing on employment and labor law. Who has influenced you the most? My older sister, Natalie. Her work in deportation defense during COVID reignited my interest in law and inspired me to return to school. Favorite Quote: “Decisions are made by those who show up.” – Jed Bartlet
	Chandler Ann Flynt Class of 2025 Hometown: Bowling Green, Kentucky What do you like about Brandeis/Law School? I loved the hands-on experience and study abroad opportunities. Working in the Mediation and Elder Law clinics reaffirmed my career choice. Studying in Hungary and Belize was unforgettable. Career goal – what do you want to do after graduation? I plan to return to Bowling Green and join English, Lucas, Priest & Owsley. I’m excited to explore multiple practice areas and refine my legal focus. Who has influenced you the most? My mother and grandmother. Their resilience, support, and encouragement have been foundational in my growth. Favorite Quote: “You must always have faith in people. And, most importantly, you must always have faith in yourself.” – Elle Woods
	Amelia Grace Barr Class of 2025 Hometown: Hardinsburg, Kentucky What do you like about Brandeis/Law School? The welcoming environment and supportive community—everyone builds each other up. Career goal – what do you want to do after graduation? I hope to practice family law in Louisville. Who has influenced you the most? My family. They’ve taught me hard work, service, and self-belief. Favorite Quote: “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.” – Muhammad Ali
	MacKenzie Alexandra OBrien Class of 2025 Hometown: Charleston, South Carolina What do you like about Brandeis/Law School? I love the supportive community. It’s the opposite of the competitive environment I feared—my classmates have always lifted each other up. Career goal – what do you want to do after graduation? My dream is to work in sports and entertainment law, ideally for an MLB team—even one that’s not my Yankees. Who has influenced you the most? My parents. Their belief in me, no matter the circumstance, has shaped who I am today. Favorite Quote: “I’m not telling you to make the world better... I’m just telling you to live in it.” – Joan Didion

Inclusive Excellence

Hannah Marie Frierson

Class of 2025

Hometown: Beaver Dam, Kentucky

What do you love most about your family and friends?
Their connection and support. They celebrate my wins and walk with me through hard times.

Where did you attend undergrad?
University of Louisville, majoring in History

Why did you choose Brandeis/Law School?
I wanted to make a difference. Brandeis offered a fast-track program, a great community, and a campus that felt like home.

How have you changed since 1L year?
I’ve grown personally and professionally. I’m more confident in myself and my goals.

What are you most proud of?
My family and friends—they inspire me every day to be a better person.

How do you define inclusivity and excellence?
Inclusivity means valuing all people and perspectives. Excellence is striving to be outstanding and achieve your highest potential.

Where do you see yourself in five years?
Making a meaningful impact through law while maintaining a healthy life/work balance.

Favorite Quote:
“Our unity is our strength, and our diversity is our power.” – Kamala Harris

Parker Catherine Guy

Class of 2025

Hometown: Louisville, Kentucky

What do you love most about your family and friends?
They challenge, support, and push me to be my best every day.

Where did you attend undergrad?
Saint Louis University – Criminology and Criminal Justice major, Political Science minor

Why did you choose Brandeis/Law School?
Law is a tangible way to make a difference. Brandeis aligns with my values and my desire to practice in Louisville.

How have you changed since 1L year?
I’ve gained confidence, especially in learning through mistakes.

What are you most proud of?
Graduating college a year early while playing Division I field hockey, maintaining strong grades, and navigating COVID’s challenges.

How do you define inclusivity and excellence?
Inclusivity means everyone belongs. Excellence is working with integrity toward your best self.

Where do you see yourself in five years?
Working in personal injury law, being a trusted legal voice in Louisville, and potentially teaching law.

Favorite Quote:
“We can do no great things, only small things with great love.” – Mother Teresa