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Sigma Alpha Nu
Sigma ALPHA NU
IRVING PEREZ
Rush Chair
irvingp@berkeley.edu
GRACE THOMAS
Co-Rush Chair
grace_thomas@berkeley.edu
AVA COOYAR
Marketing Chair
acooyar@berkeley.edu
APPLICATIONS DUE THURS 02/05/2026 11:59 PM
SPRING 2026
EVENTS
Attend a minimum of 2 rush events. If you are unable to attend the minimum number of events, please contact us at sigmaalphanu@berkeley.edu
to discuss accommodations.
INTERVIEWS
Complete interviews: group interview, formal individual interview, and optional coffee chat. Accommodations for formal wear are available.
Sign up links found on the application.
APPLICATION
Complete the application by the deadline. The application will include your resume, transcript, and a written portion. Plan ahead and apply as soon as possible!
RUSH TIMELINE
RUSH PROCESS BEGINS
The rush process begins. Application are live! Follow us on Instagram for updates on the rush process!
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MEET THE CHAPTER 01/27
Come to our first infosession to get to know Sigma Alpha Nu and meet the active body!
Dress Code: Campus Casual
Location: The Standard
Time: 8 - 9 PM PST
LEGAL NIGHT 01/29
Come to legal to learn more about the legal profession and participate in presenting your own elevator pitches!
Dress Code: Campus Casual
Location: Dwinelle 223
Time: 8-9 PM PST
PROFESSIONAL NIGHT 02/03
Attend Professional Development Night to review your resumé (bring a physical or digital copy) and conduct mock interviews before the application deadline!
Dress Code: Professional
Location: Dwinelle 229
Time: 8-9 PM PST
SOCIAL NIGHT 02/05
Get to know our members in a more casual setting and get a taste of SAN's social scene! (*Invite only)
Dress Code: Campus Casual
Location: Dwinelle 223
Time: 8-9 PM PST
APPLICATION DEADLINE 02/05
Submit your completed application!
Time: 11:59PM
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INDIVIDUAL INTERVIEW TBD
We want to know you more in a more individual setting. We will be discussing your resume and your application more in-depth.
Dress Code: Business Professional
Location: In-person
Time: 8:00AM to 9:00PM PST​
GROUP INTERVIEW TBD
Group interviews are a chance for us to assess your logical reasoning, argumentative skills, and teamwork capabilities.
Dress Code: Business Professional
Location: In-person
ime: 8:00AM to 9:00PM PST​
ACCOMMODATIONS
Sigma Alpha Nu recognizes the need for accommodations. If you are unable to attend minimum rush events, prepare formal business attire, or have concerns regarding dues, please email us. We would love to do everything we can to support you in this process. Here in Sigma Alpha Nu, we believe that financial or circumstantial burden should never be a barrier to achieving success or pursuing one's passion.
FAQ
What materials do I need for my application to join SAN?
You will need your resume, your transcript, and your answer to the essay questions. Please make sure to submit your application. Any late applications will not be considered.
What are the requirements to be considered as a candidate?
Attend at least 2 out of the 4 rush events.
Submit the application before the deadline.
Conduct both the informal and formal interview.
Do I have to be pre-law?
No! Our members are comprised of intelligent individuals interested in a wide range of careers, including business, environmental science, politics, engineering, media, education, and a variety of other non-legal professions.
What will I gain from joining SAN?
You will gain a variety of professional and leadership skills; here is a list of just a few of them:
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Public Speaking
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Mock Trial/Debates
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Job/Internship Interview Technique and Etiquette
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Critical/Analytical Thinking
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Basic Law School Knowledge
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Team Management
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Leadership Skills
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Effective Oral/Written Communication
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Organization Skills
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Time Management
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Professional/Social Networking Skills
I am worried about the time commitment. How can I manage my time during the pledging period?
You are not alone! Part of your first semester at SAN is built to help you become better at time management, which is a valuable skill to have in both your academic and professional life. Although the pledging process is meant to challenge you, the entire active body of SAN will be a supporting network that will guide you through these challenges.
Does SAN have a GPA requirement?
SAN has a GPA requirement of 3.0 or above. We encourage applicants to still apply as this is not a hard cut-off! We are more than willing to and have made many exceptions in the past. If this is a concern, please feel free to reach out to our email or any of our active members to discuss further!