Current Exchange Students

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  Rían Ó Gallachóir

  Ireland
  Spring 2026; Fall 2025

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  Rían Ó Gallachóir

  Ireland
  Spring 2026; Fall 2025

  Rían Ó Gallachóir is a law student at Trinity College Dublin with a strong academic focus on corporate law and corporate finance. His interest in these areas grew from his involvement with the Trinity College Student Managed Fund and was further developed through internships at both Matheson and Goodbody Stockbrokers. Rían is passionate about understanding the intersection of law and financial markets and hopes to pursue a career in this space. Outside the classroom, Rían is a keen sports enthusiast and serves as a sports ambassador for Trinity College. He has a particular love for Gaelic football, and is heavily involved in the Trinity College GAA club. During his time at Notre Dame, he is excited to immerse himself in the famous Fighting Irish spirit, especially game days and tailgating, and looks forward to representing the Notre Dame GAA club on the field.

   

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  Yaroslav Ovcharuk

  Ukraine
  2026 Spring

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  Yaroslav Ovcharuk

  Ukraine
  2026 Spring

  Yaroslav Ovcharuk (Ukraine) is a Master’s student at the Faculty of Law of the Ukrainian Catholic University. He completed his Bachelor’s degree at UCU Law School in 2025. In recent years, Yaroslav has been involved in providing legal assistance to service members, veterans, their family members, and persons with war-related disabilities. He works as a supervisor at the UCU Legal Clinic and has also gained experience working with NGOs and rehabilitation centers. His academic interests include human rights, the history and philosophy of law, as well as administrative and criminal law. Outside of his studies, Yaroslav enjoys playing tennis and singing. During his exchange semester at the University of Notre Dame, he looks forward to meeting new people, academic growth, and cultural exchange.

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  Iryna Panteleimoniuk

  Ukraine
  2026 Spring

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  Iryna Panteleimoniuk

  Ukraine
  2026 Spring

  Iryna Panteleimoniyk (Ukraine) is a third-year law student at the Faculty of Law of the Ukrainian Catholic University (UCU). Her primary academic focus is international law, with a particular interest in international criminal law. She is an active member of UCU’s team at the IBA ICC Moot Court Competition.

  Beyond academics, Iryna has been actively involved in student self-government. She previously coordinated a course on social project development, working with more than 400 first-year students, and led a university initiative supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

  Since the beginning of summer 2025, Iryna has been practicing at the UCU Legal Clinic, where she provides pro bono legal aid to veterans and people affected by the war.

   

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  Katharina Reidt

  Germany
  Fall 2025

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  Katharina Reidt

  Germany
  Fall 2025

  Katharina Reidt is a law student from Germany, studying at Humboldt University of Berlin, where she recently completed her third year of studies. Her academic focus lies in the Europeanization and internationalization of private and commercial law, with particular interest in intellectual property, competition, and sports law. She wrote her bachelor's thesis on the liability of host providers for infringements of intellectual property and personality rights. Katharina also gained experience working at several law firms, where she focused on these areas in practice. Before preparing for her First State Examination, she is excited to spend a semester at Notre Dame Law School. She looks forward to engaging with a new academic environment, gaining insight into the common law tradition, exploring comparative perspectives, and connecting with students and professors. Beyond the classroom, she is eager to experience life on an American campus and become part of the vibrant Notre Dame community.

   

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  Émile Renner-Arsenault

  Germany
  Fall 2025

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  Émile Renner-Arsenault

  Germany
  Fall 2025

  Émile Renner-Arsenault is an international exchange student from Humboldt University in Berlin, Germany. He will be studying at NDLS for one semester. During his studies, he specialized in intellectual property law. Looking ahead, he is particularly drawn to litigation and envisions the possibility of working in an international context. This has deepened his interest in examining the international aspects of civil law more thoroughly. Therefore, at NDLS, he hopes to build lasting friendships and meaningful academic connections. In his free time, he is an athlete. At the beginning of his studies, he discovered martial arts. He is now an avid Muay Thai practitioner and is currently expanding his skills in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Beyond this, he’s a passionate hiker. His last adventure was the “Peaks of the Balkans” trail. At Notre Dame, he looks forward to participating in campus life and embracing the cultural differences between Europe and the United States.

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  Richard Riemer

  Germany
  2026 Spring

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  Richard Riemer

  Germany
  2026 Spring

  Richard Riemer (Germany) is an exchange student arriving from the Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany, having recently completed his Bachelor of Laws. His key academic focus lies in Public Law. Mr. Riemer brings practical experience to his studies, including an internship at an American law firm. He possesses a deep personal connection to the U.S., having lived previously for a year as an exchange student in Indiana, where he maintains close ties with his host family and friends. During his time at Notre Dame Law School, he aims to expand his knowledge of the American Legal System. A dedicated soccer player, he looks forward to joining the university sports scene and is especially excited about meeting new people and forging international connections within the community.

   

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  Sara Stronati

  Italy
  2026 Spring

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  Sara Stronati

  Italy
  2026 Spring

  Sara Stronati (Italy) is an international exchange student from Italy and a law student at Bocconi University. Her academic interests include criminal law, international law, and anti-discrimination law. She is currently involved in a legal clinic, volunteering at the legal assistance desk of Bollate Prison in Milan, an experience that has further shaped her academic and professional goals.

  Outside the classroom, Sara has a strong passion for sports. She swam competitively for many years and enjoys playing beach volleyball. During her time at Notre Dame Law School, she looks forward to experiencing life on an American university campus, engaging fully with the student community, and deepening her understanding of international law. She hopes her experience at Notre Dame will foster both personal and academic growth, as well as meaningful connections with students and faculty from around the world.

   

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  Emma Tünke

  Germany
  Fall 2025

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  Emma Tünke

  Germany
  Fall 2025

  Emma Tünke is an international exchange student from the Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany. Emma recently obtained her Bachelor of Laws, specializing in intellectual property law, especially trademark and media law. An internship focusing on compliance and competition law enriched her academic interests. In addition, she was employed as a working student at a law firm specializing in corporate and inheritance law. During her time as an exchange student, she aims to enhance her understanding of the American legal system and become part of the Notre Dame Law School community. Beyond her academic pursuits, Emma is passionate about sports and looks forward to the university football season. She has been doing ballet since she was three years old and occasionally takes contemporary dance and pilates classes. Overall, Emma hopes her time at Notre Dame will provide her with valuable experiences and lasting international connections.