Bench & Bar Executive Board

Kara Bivens - Co-President

Kara Bivens is a senior from Waxhaw, North Carolina, studying Statistical Science and Political Science with a minor in Spanish Studies. Kara plans to integrate her statistics background into her legal career, possibly specializing in Intellectual Property, Data Privacy, or Cybersecurity. 

Kimora Parboosingh - Co-President

Kimora Parboosingh is a senior from Miami, Florida, majoring in Political Science with a minor in Spanish Studies. She aims to expand equitable access to education by dismantling systemic barriers for vulnerable communities.

Taran Srikonda - Vice President

Taran Srikonda is a junior from Chantilly, Virginia, majoring in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Taran is interested in influencing AI policy and legislation and exploring Intellectual Property law.

Parishi Patel - Professional Development Chair

Parishi Patel is a senior from Mooresville, North Carolina, majoring in Political Science and International Comparative Studies. Parishi hopes to incorporate her interests in foreign policy and international affairs into her future legal career.

Samantha Zivitz - Professional Development Chair

Samantha Zivitz is a senior from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, majoring in Psychology with a certificate in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics. She plans to work as a litigation attorney or a corporate lawyer.

Yinuo Tong - Director of Communications

Yinuo Tong is a junior from Beijing, China. She is interested in exploring how technology intersects with policy, specifically in relation to AI and art.