Spring 2016 Volume 7 - Issue 2 - Ave Maria School of Law Moot Court Board Journal - Immigrants and Refugees: Modern Legal Implications

Sep 30, 2026

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Spring 2016 Volume 7, Issue 2 of the Ave Maria School of Law Moot Court Board Journal focuses on immigrants and refugees and their modern legal implications. The journal features a special article by Ulysses N. Jaen and covers topics such as immigration, assimilation, sanctuary cities, executive power over temporary bans, and standards for immigration-related decisions. It also reviews major legal frameworks and policies including DAPA and DACA, the Wet-Foot/Dry-Foot policy, the Real ID Act, and related enforcement debates.

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Moot Court Board President’s Message

The Immigration Dilemma

Can We Have Immigration Without Assimilation?

Sanctuary Cities: Hidden in the Waves of Immigration

THE TRUMPINATOR: Does the Executive Have the Power to Decree a Temporary Ban on All Muslims?

The Multilingual Lawyer

Where Are You From?

The Wet-Foot, Dry-Foot Policy: The Controversial Making of a Legal Immigrant

Finding the Proper Standard

American Security Against Foreign Enemies Act

The Real ID Act: Our de facto National Identification System

The Race to Protect America’s Immigrant Families Through the Implementation of DAPA and DACA

Undocumented in Dependency Court

Spring 2016 Volume 7, Issue 2 Ave Maria School of Law Moot Court Board Journal Immigrants and Refugees: Modern Legal Implications FEATURING: Ulysses N. Jaen Director of the Law Library and Assistant Professor of Law Ave Maria School of Law Moot Court Board Journal Spring 2016 Volume 7, Issue 2 Volunteer Opportunity to Serve as Judge for the Ave Maria School of Law Moot Court Board The Saint Thomas More Trial Competition in March 2016 Judges and lawyers interested in serving as a judge for the competition may contact: Aimee Schnecker, Vice President of Internals, [at](at mc.vpinternals@avemarialaw.edu)[ mc.vpinternals@avemarialaw.edu](at mc.vpinternals@avemarialaw.edu) for more information. EDITOR IN CHIEF: Antonette Hornsby MANAGING EDITOR: Daniel Whitehead EDITORS: Maria Contreras Brittney Davis Holly Paar WRITERS: Brian Ashby Cameron Colledge Maria Contreras Ashley Dorwart Monica Kelly John Manni Nicholas Michels Andrew Riordan Alexander Scarselli Aimee Schnecker John Spurlock Nicole Staller Paul Udouj Daniel Whitehead PHOTOGRAPHER: Rebekah Skiba SPECIAL CONTRIBUTOR: Assistant Professor Ulysses N. Jaen Ave Maria School of Law Moot Court Board Journal 1025 Commons Circle • Naples, Florida 34119 [mc.vppublications@avemarialaw.edu](mc.vppublications@avemarialaw.edu)[ ](mc.vppublications@avemarialaw.edu)[www.avemarialaw.edu/AveLaw/mcb/Index.aspx](www.avemarialaw.edu/AveLaw/mcb/Index.aspx) Ave Maria School of Law was founded in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in 1999, and in 2009 relocated to Naples, Florida. It is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, License Number 4007, and is fully accredited by the American Bar Association. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state. [http://www.freshfromflorida.com/divisions-offices/consumer-services 1-800-435-7352](http://www.freshfromflorida.com/divisions-offices/consumer-services 1-800-435-7352) . MOOT COURT BOARD PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Another semester has come and gone, marking my last semester as the President of this esteemed Board. I could not be more proud of this group of impressive men and women. Over the past year, I have witnessed so many positives, which only goes to show that all of our hard work has paid off. We’ve again shown improvements in our external competitions. In particular, we had phenomenal performances at the New York City Bar, Saul Lefkowitz, and Tulane competitions. At the New York City Bar Appellate Competition, one of our very best, Maria Contreras, finished the first round with a perfect score from the judges. But, it was the Bedell competition where our Board really showed that we were not to be taken lightly. Andrew Riordan and Carrie White etched themselves into Ave history by becoming the first team to ever advance to the quarterfinals of the Chester Bedell Mock Trial Competition. I had the privilege of watching their team compete, and never have I seen a team more deserving of such an honor. Our internal competitions were also a huge success. Congratulations to two of our very own, Daniel Whitehead and Aimee Schnecker, for winning the Robert Bork Appellate Competition. Our next and final internal competition, The St. Thomas More Trial Competition, will be held this spring. I am excited to see the talent that each team will showcase throughout this competition. The Ave Maria Moot Court Board attracts a certain type of person, a different breed, soto speak. Our current Board is no different. Never before in my life have such talented and outstanding people surrounded me. Words can never truly express how honored I am to have served as President of this Board. Each of you, in one way or another, made me a better competitor, a better leader, and most importantly, a better man. Th

FAQs

What theme does this journal issue cover?

It examines immigrants and refugees and their modern legal implications across multiple immigration-related legal and policy debates.

Who is the featured contributor in this issue?

Ulysses N. Jaen is listed as a special contributor.

What types of topics are included besides general immigration discussion?

The issue includes questions about assimilation, sanctuary cities, executive authority over temporary bans, and analyses of specific laws and policies such as DAPA/DACA, the Wet-Foot/Dry-Foot policy, and the Real ID Act.

Sep 30, 2026

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