Director, Faculty of Law
Abdulrhman Abbas
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As a Dual JD student at Windsor Law and Detroit Mercy Law, I bring a cross-border and interdisciplinary perspective to the UWSA Board of Directors. Navigating two legal systems has given me a deep appreciation for collaboration, communication, and the importance of advocating for fair and transparent governance principles I aim to carry into my role as Law Representative.
My professional background in technology, compliance, and entrepreneurship has shaped me into a practical problem-solver who values both innovation and accountability. I’ve worked in the cryptocurrency and fintech sectors, where I dealt with complex regulatory challenges and learned how policy decisions directly affect people’s lives. I want to use that same awareness to ensure that student voices guide the policies and priorities set by the UWSA.
As a law student, I understand the unique pressures our community face from academic intensity to financial and mental-health challenges. Having personally overcome barriers related to ADHD and remote learning, I’m committed to promoting accessibility, transparency, and well-being within our faculty.
If elected, my goal is to strengthen the bridge between Windsor Law and the wider campus community. I will advocate for greater academic support, improved student spaces, and stronger communication between administration and students. I believe our faculty has an important voice within the university, and I’m dedicated to ensuring that voice is heard clearly and consistently.
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Windsor Law students face several key challenges that impact both their academic and personal well-being. Tuition costs remain high, workloads are demanding, and access to mental health and academic support tailored to the realities of law school could be improved. Many students also feel that communication between the administration and the student body can be more transparent and responsive.
However, there are also great opportunities. Windsor Law students are passionate, diverse, and deeply committed to advocacy and community impact. By amplifying these voices through the UWSA, I see an opportunity to strengthen collaboration between law students and the broader campus community.
At the Board level, I would advocate for clearer communication channels, more accessible support programs, and increased student input on policy decisions. My experience working in fraud prevention at a cryptocurrency exchange taught me how to analyze complex issues fairly and make decisions rooted in integrity and accountability—skills I would bring to ensure Windsor Law students are effectively represented and supported.
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As a UWSA Director, I will ensure accountability and transparency by promoting open communication, clear decision-making processes, and student involvement at every stage. Students deserve to understand how and why decisions are made, and I will make it a priority to keep law students informed through consistent updates and open channels for feedback.
My background in fraud prevention at a cryptocurrency exchange has taught me the importance of fairness, accuracy, and integrity when handling complex issues. In that role, I learned how to evaluate information objectively, identify risks, and make balanced decisions under pressure—skills that directly translate to effective governance.
I also believe that fairness comes from inclusivity. I will encourage diverse student input and ensure that discussions within the Board are respectful, evidence-based, and focused on real student needs. By combining transparency with accountability, my goal is to build trust between Windsor Law students and the UWSA, and to make sure that every policy and initiative reflects the values and priorities of the students we represent.
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The UWSA Board should be the bridge that turns student voices into meaningful change. Its role is to ensure that every decision made at the university reflects fairness, transparency, and the real needs of students.
As a new Dual JD student, I have already seen how passionate and engaged Windsor Law students are, yet our demanding schedules and program structure can make it harder to participate in wider campus life. I want to help strengthen that connection by improving communication, supporting student wellness, and ensuring law students have an active voice in university-wide discussions.
Outside of school, I work for a cryptocurrency exchange where I deal with fraud prevention and risk management. That experience taught me how to analyze complex problems, make fair and ethical decisions, and hold systems accountable. I want to bring those same skills and values to the UWSA, helping to build a more connected, transparent, and student-driven campus community.