Chess Club
The STU Law Chess Club is dedicated to enhancing its members’ intellectual and professional development by promoting strategic and critical thinking through the game of chess. In alignment with the College of Law’s mission to train lawyers capable of addressing complex legal and societal challenges, our organization fosters analytical reasoning, disciplined decision-making, and problem-solving skills essential to the practice of law.
Beyond its academic benefits, chess serves as a constructive and engaging reprieve from the rigors of legal studies, providing students with an opportunity to refine their competitive skills in a collegial environment. We advocate for the integration of chess-related educational and recreational opportunities within the law school’s programming, reinforcing a culture of lifelong learning, scholarship, and intellectual engagement.
Through tournaments, workshops, and outreach incentives, we aim to cultivate a thriving chess culture that benefits both the law school and the broader South Florida community. Ultimately, we strive to develop future legal professionals who embody the principles of logic, ethics, and analytical excellence in their pursuit of justice.
Board Members
- Xiomara Garcia, President
- Joshua Fernandez, Vice President
- Noel Fernandez, Secretary
- Guillermo Castillo, Treasurer
- Gregory Zaydman, Marketing Director
Faculty/Staff Advisor
- Professor Brian C. Potts