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FIRE Welcomes Luke Ripp to Our Staff
FIRE is proud to introduce Luke Ripp, our new Program Associate for Campus Outreach.
Luke Ripp graduated from St. Norbert College with a degree in political science and received his J.D. from Marquette University Law School. While at Marquette, he was active in the Federalist Society and served on the International Executive Board of Students for Liberty. Luke joins FIRE after gaining experience working professionally in a variety of legal, policy, and outreach roles, in both Wisconsin and Washington, D.C. In his free time, Luke enjoys rowing, campfires, and studying the philosophy of God.
Please join us in welcoming Luke to FIRE!
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