Veterans Day 2025: Honoring our ND Law student veterans and reflecting on God, Country, Notre Dame | News | The Law School

Notre Dame Law School is proud to honor our students who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. These individuals embody courage, leadership, and a steadfast commitment to service—values that strengthen and inspire the entire ND Law community. Representing all branches of the military, some of our students have completed their service, others continue to serve in the reserves, and several will go on to join the JAG Corps after graduation.

Their experiences and dedication deeply enrich our classrooms, our community, and our shared mission of service and justice. Notre Dame Law School remains committed to supporting veterans and their families through programs such as the Post-9/11 GI Bill Yellow Ribbon Program.

This Veterans Day, we proudly recognize and celebrate the stories of the men and women whose service to our country continues to shape their pursuit of law and leadership at Notre Dame.

Learn more about the Military and Veterans Law Society here.

Madisen Campbell, A smiling Air Force cadet in a blue service dress uniform, white hat with an eagle crest, white gloves, and a yellow sash salutes. She has freckles and holds a blue folder.

Madisen Campbell, 1L

U.S. Air Force

Originally from The Woodlands, Texas, Madisen Campbell graduated from the United States Air Force Academy, where she earned the Air Force Jump Wings “Freefall” badge and received the Colonel Brian J. Neff Award for Exemplary Leadership in The Martinson Honors Program. She currently serves as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force and will continue her service after law school as a Judge Advocate (JAG) in the Air Force JAG Corps.

To Campbell, “God, Country, Notre Dame” is both a calling and a commitment, an honor to prepare for a life of service as an Air Force officer, shaped and supported by the people and mission of Notre Dame.

Tyler Beamish, a person in military camouflage with a red bandana holds a large red, white, and blue American flag horizontally. A dark green Chinook helicopter is parked on a concrete tarmac, with distant mountains under a light sky.

Tyler Beamish, 1L

U.S. Air Force

Originally from Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, Tyler Beamish served in the U.S. Air Force for 11 years as a Combat Controller, deploying twice to Afghanistan and once to Africa. He separated from the Air Force as a Technical Sergeant and was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and several other honors for his service. Beamish hopes to return to West Michigan after graduation, though he is still exploring which area of law he would like to pursue.

To him, “God, Country, Notre Dame” means a lasting sense of purpose and community that extends beyond his time in the military. It’s a reminder that there are many ways to serve, and that his passion for serving his community didn’t fade when he took off the uniform for the last time. At Notre Dame, that same commitment to service is readily apparent, and Tyler looks forward to using his legal education to continue serving others.

Parker Felterman in an olive-green military uniform with shoulder boards, a branch insignia, and ribbon rack looks at the camera. An American flag and colorful banners are visible in the background.

Parker Felterman, 3L

U.S. Army Reserve

Originally from Patterson, Louisiana, Parker Felterman holds multiple degrees from Carnegie Mellon University, including a BFA in Drama, a BA in Philosophy, a BS in History, and an MA in Philosophy. He enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve in 2019 and served until 2022, when he was commissioned as a Military Police Officer. In 2023, he transitioned to Military Intelligence and currently serves as an infantry company commander.

After graduating from Notre Dame Law School, Felterman will clerk for the Honorable Eva Dossier of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. To Felterman, “God, Country, Notre Dame” embodies Our Lady’s university: a call to faith, service, and community that forms the foundation of the Notre Dame tradition and a mission he is honored to uphold.

Austin McEwen in a camouflage uniform and green mask smiles, posing with President Joe Biden, who wears a dark suit and black mask, in a military hangar. An American flag is visible in the background.

Austin McEwen, 1L

U.S. Air Force

A native of Austin, Texas, Austin McEwen earned his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland Global Campus. During his service in the U.S. Air Force, he achieved the rank of Senior Airman and was stationed in England for most of his career, with a six-month deployment to Bahrain.

McEwen hopes to pursue a career in public-interest law, where he can continue serving others beyond the military. To McEwen, “God, Country, Notre Dame” signifies a responsibility to take the lessons learned at Notre Dame and use them to strengthen his community, his country, and the world.

Zachary Boeckmann in camouflage combat uniform and tactical vest, featuring a Betsy Ross flag patch and "C11" shoulder patches, stands with a neutral expression in a green forest. He wears a black baseball cap.

Zachary Boeckmann, 1L

U.S. Army

Hailing from Westphalia, Missouri, Zachary Boeckmann graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in 2016. He began his career as a reconnaissance scout with the 10th Mountain Division at Fort Drum, New York, before being selected to serve as a Green Beret in the 3rd Special Forces Group at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Boeckmann retired from active duty in October 2025 after deployments in support of Sentinel Guardian (Kosovo, 2017–18) and Operation Inherent Resolve (Syria, 2023). His military honors include the Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign Star, and NATO Non-Article V Medal.

At Notre Dame Law School, Boeckmann is involved with the Military and Veterans Law Society (MVLS), which he values for its sense of camaraderie and its mission to support veterans both within and beyond the campus community. He plans to pursue a career in private practice or work in national security. To him, “God, Country, Notre Dame” embodies the values that guided his military service—faith, duty, and honor. They represent the pillars of purpose and trust that define the military community, and Boeckmann remains deeply proud of the country and the calling that shaped his life.

Haley McClure with light brown hair, wearing a navy blue blazer and cream blouse, stands in a hallway of warm-toned stone arches.

Haley McClure, 1L

U.S. Army

From Southbury, Connecticut, Haley McClure graduated from Villanova University and commissioned as an Engineer Officer in the U.S. Army in 2021. Over the past four years, she has served with the 15th Engineer Battalion in Germany, where she planned and supervised construction projects supporting U.S. and NATO training operations in Germany, Romania, and North Macedonia. Now an active duty Captain, McClure is attending Notre Dame Law School through the Army’s Funded Legal Education Program and will continue her service as a Judge Advocate (JAG) upon graduation.

To McClure, “God, Country, Notre Dame” reflects a commitment to a purpose greater than oneself. She believes Notre Dame recognizes that faith and service to country are deeply interconnected, both dedicated to advancing the common good.

James Baird, a smiling graduate in a blue stole and honor cords stands between a blonde woman and a man in a suit, against a blue curtain with the Notre Dame seal.

James Baird, 1L

Military and Veterans Law Society Member

From Lebanon, Ohio, James Baird earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame. He plans to clerk for a judge after graduation and later gain experience working at a law firm.

Though not a service member himself, Baird’s deep family ties to the military—especially his father’s career as an Air Force Colonel—inspired him to join the Military and Veterans Law Society. For him, it’s a way to honor his family’s legacy and express gratitude to all who have served. He views Veterans Day as both a moment to reflect on the sacrifices of those who protect our freedoms and a reminder of the ongoing responsibility to support veterans in meaningful ways.

Mitchel Deboskey, young man with brown hair and light beard, smiling, wearing a dark grey suit jacket and white shirt.

Mitchel Deboskey, 1L

U.S. Army

Hailing from Findlay, Ohio, Mitchel Deboskey earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame, where he commissioned through the Army ROTC program as an infantry officer. He served three years in that role before leading an innovation team during his final year of active duty, separating from the Army in August. Deboskey hopes to pursue a legal career in either Washington, D.C., or Chicago after graduation.

To him, “God, Country, Notre Dame” is a creed that embodies service beyond self—both personally and institutionally. It reflects the same spirit of purpose and integrity that drew him back to Notre Dame to continue his journey of service through the study of law.