AluMNae Network

Minnesota Law launched the AluMNae Network in 2023 to bring together and celebrate women graduates.

The Alumnae Network Board of Directors standing in Mondale Hall

AluMNae Network board members, L to R: Kendra Brodin ’03, Grace Song ’97, Jeannine Lee ’81, Jeanette Bazis ’92, Yuka Shiotani ’20, Barb D’Aquilla ’80, Michelle Miller ’86, with Laura Coates ’05 (center).

At its heart, the Network is about building an inclusive, supportive community — one where women students and alumni can stay connected to the Law School, grow their networks, champion one another’s careers, and make a difference through volunteer and philanthropic opportunities. Since its launch, the group has hosted a range of gatherings, including networking events, CLEs, and professional development programs that foster collaboration and mentorship. And this is just the beginning — the Network continues to grow, creating new ways for women in the Minnesota Law community to connect, support, and inspire one another.

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2024-2025 AluMNae Network Board

Board Co-Chairs

  • Barbara J D'Aquila ’80 Partner, Fisher Phillips
  • Michelle Miller ’86
Vice President and Senior Counsel, Medtronic (Ret.)
  • Jeanette Bazis ’92
Partner, Greene Espel 

Advancement Co-Chairs

  • Catherine Abbett ’14
Corporate Counsel, Compliance, STERIS
  • Grace Song ’97
Assistant Hennepin County Attorney

Events Co-Chairs

  • Katie Krisch ’10
Associate General Counsel, Pentair
  • Jeannine Lee ’81
Partner, Stinson (Ret.)

Communications Co-Chairs

  • Kendra Brodin ’03
Founder & CEO, EsquireWell
  • Megan O’Rourke ’10 Senior Attorney, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

GOLD Alumnae Chair

  • Yuka Shiotani ’20
Associate, Taft Stettinius & Hollister

Regional Representatives

  • Los Angeles -
Seshma Kumararatne ’16
Associate General Counsel at Patreon
  • San Francisco
- Mary Jane Weaver ’89
Partner, Weaver Schlenger
Three alumnae at a social function.
A group of alumnae posing together for a photo.
Laura Coates and Dean McGeveran.
A group of alumnae sitting at a dinner table together.
Two alumnae smiling.