Agrawal Gunwati, Writer
Gunwati Agrawal graduated with a B.S. in Physics and Computer Science from Loyola University Chicago in 2024. Prior to Illinois Law, she worked as a tutor and conducted particle astrophysics research. Her interests in law include the intersection of science and policy and immigration and tax reform. When she’s not studying, Gunwati enjoys a good detective show or a game of spades.
Arijeta Ajrulla, Writer
Arijeta is a first-year student at the University of Illinois College of Law. She received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Loyola University Chicago. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and going on long walks.
Giulnara Khatuaeva, Writer
Giulnara is a second-year student at the University of Illinois College of Law. She graduated from the North Caucasian State Academy with a degree in Real Estate Management and Expertise. Prior to law school, she founded and managed several business ventures, including a real estate company and a stationery boutique. She is interested in business and real estate law. Outside of law, Giulnara explores Karachay cultural heritage, enjoys the arts through ballet, museums, and arthouse cinema, and challenges herself through skydiving and studying languages.
Young Su (Mike) Kim, Writer
Mike is a first-year student at the University of Illinois College of Law. He received a Bachelor of Arts in Government and History at Georgetown University. Mike is interested in business litigation and international trade law. In his free time, Mike enjoys watching soccer and playing board games.
Edna Obiri, Writer
Edna Obiri is a JSD candidate at the University of Illinois College of Law and a Lecturer at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA)in Ghana, West Africa. Her research focuses on environmental and natural resources law, with particular emphasis on fisheries governance, climate justice, and sustainable ocean management in the Global South. She is especially interested in the intersection of business, regulation, and environmental accountability, including how investment regimes, corporate conduct, and legal frameworks can be aligned with long-term sustainability and community resilience. Edna also engages in public scholarship through policy-oriented writing and environmental advocacy.
Cal Shaklee, Writer
Cal Shaklee is a first-year law student at the University of Illinois who aims to work as a patent litigator. He earned a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from the University of Oklahoma. At OU, he gained experience with a variety of different biomedical topics, with a focus on neuro-imaging research. He spends most of his free time watching college or professional football and watching movies.
Natalie Sud, Writer
Natalie is a first-year student at the University of Illinois College of Law. She graduated from the University of Iowa with a bachelor’s degree in Biology with a Genetics and Biotechnology emphasis. Natalie is interested in Sports and Entertainment law, inspired by her many years as a dancer. In her free time, she enjoys film photography, pilates, reading, and playing guitar.
Hunter Palandri, Writer
Hunter is a second-year law student at the University of Illinois College of Law. As a double Illini, he graduated summa cum laude from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a bachelor’s degree in economics and political science, earning Bronze Tablet honors. Hunter has interned with Congressman Krishnamoorthi in both his Washington, D.C. and Schaumburg offices. Last summer, Hunter externed with the 19th Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois. He is interested in pursuing a career in business law and will be a 2026 Summer Associate at BakerHostetler. In his free time, Hunter enjoys attending Illinois athletic events, playing pickup basketball, and investing in the stock market.
Chen-Huan Wang, Writer
Chen-Huan is a second-year student at the University of Illinois College of Law. She received a bachelor’s degree in law from National Taiwan University. Prior to law school, she worked as a legal specialist at a consulting firm, advising clients on trust and estate planning matters. In her free time, Chen-Huan enjoys photography, hiking and watching Formula 1.