Board 2025 - 2026
Daily Board 2025 - 2026
Max Mennen – Chairman
Gio Weijtens – Vicechairman
Eva Groeneveld – Secretary
Julia Hejduk – Treasurer
Esmee Dijkstra – PR Commissioner
Pepijn Lampe – Education Commissioner
Chairman
Max Mennen
chairman@magisterjft.nl
Hi everyone! My name is Max Q. Mennen, I am 21 years old, and I am currently in my third year of the Bachelor’s program in Business Law. In my role as Chair of Magister JFT, I hold several responsibilities. First and foremost, I preside over the meetings of both the Daily and General Board, as well as the General Assemblies. In addition, I stay fully informed about everything that takes place within Magister JFT. This includes maintaining active contact with various entities, such as the Chambers and the Party of Magister JFT, the Faculty Board of TLS, the Executive Board of Tilburg University, other associations in Tilburg and beyond, and many more.
My duties include developing new policies and ideas, improving existing processes, and ensuring a positive atmosphere within the board. Lastly, I also serve as the Chair of TiGeAk, an umbrella organization that, in collaboration with other associations in Tilburg, represents the interests of all association boards of Tilburg University.
Vice-Chairman
Gio Weijtens
vicechairman@magisterjft.nl
I’m Gio Weijtens, a fourth-year Public Administration student at Tilburg University. This year, I serve as the Vice Chair of Magister JFT, the law faculty association of Tilburg. In this position, I am responsible for acquisition on both a national and regional level and act as the primary contact person for our cooperation partners.
During the summer period, I visit various offices for acquisition meetings, which allows me to gain valuable insight into both the legal and public administration fields. Throughout the year, I focus on further expanding our network and exploring new, creative forms of collaboration, sponsorship, and member benefits.
In addition, I coordinate several committees within the association, including the JBT Committee, which organizes the Juridische Bedrijvendagen Tilburg (Law Business Days Tilburg), and the Pro Bono Committee, which, since this year, has been focusing on social advocacy.
Secretary
Eva Groeneveld
secretary@magisterjft.nl
I’m Eva Groeneveld, I’m 20 years old, and I’m currently in my fourth year of the Bachelor’s program in Global Law with a minor in Dutch Law. This year, I have the pleasure of serving as the Secretary of Magister JFT. As Secretary, I am the first point of contact for both internal and external relations. I manage several email accounts, conduct interviews for the central committees, and maintain active contact with students, members, former board members, and our sister and brother associations. In addition, I coordinate several committees, such as the Activities Committee, the Dies Committee, and the Sports Committee through which I organize a wide range of events. I also chair the Application Committee.
Besides these responsibilities, I handle various administrative tasks, such as maintaining the member database, sending out the monthly member newsletter, writing contributions for the almanac, and taking minutes during meetings. In short, it’s a versatile position that allows you to gain a lot of valuable experience.
Treasurer
Julia Hejduk
treasurer@magisterjft.nl
My name is Julia Hejduk, I am 20 years old, and I am currently pursuing the Bachelor’s program in Global Law. Within Magister JFT, I hold the position of Treasurer and am responsible for the overall financial management of the association. This includes, among other things, the final responsibility for the financial flows within the Chambers, Committees, and the Party. A key part of my duties involves preparing the annual budget and drafting the financial reports.
In addition to my financial responsibilities, I manage the association’s website and oversee the publication of events. I also coordinate two committees focused on organizing trips, both within and outside of Europe. Finally, together with the Chair, I take part in the National Consultation of Law Faculty Associations (LOJFV), which takes place twice a year.
PR Commissioner
Esmee Dijkstra
prcommissioner@magisterjft.nl
Hi everyone! I’m Esmee Dijkstra, 22 years old, and I’m currently pursuing the Master’s program in Law with a specialization in Contract and Liability Law. This year, I serve as the Commissioner of Public Relations on the Daily Board. My main responsibilities include managing promotion and coordinating the mentorship program. In addition, I coordinate several central committees, namely the First-Year Committee, the Introduction Committee, and the Media and Promotion Committee.
As Commissioner of PR, no two days are the same and that’s exactly what I love about my position. One thing never changes, though: every day I get the opportunity to express my creative and social side. For promotion, I manage all social media accounts and create content for central promotion campaigns. I also assist the Party and the Chambers with their promotional activities. Regarding the mentorship program, I coordinate all student mentors and work closely with the University to ensure first-year students get a great start. I’m also responsible for organizing our activities and campaigns during TOP Week. In short, it’s a very versatile role where you can gain a lot of valuable experience.
Education Commissioner
Pepijn Lampe
educationcommissioner@magisterjft.nl
Hello everyone! I’m Pepijn M. Lampe, 22 years old, and I’m currently in my fourth year of the Bachelor’s program in Public Administration, which I’m close to completing. As Commissioner of Education, I dedicate myself to supporting students in various ways. I organize educational events such as Fit for the Future and the Master’s Experience Day. In addition, I maintain close contact with TLS to explore how we can collaborate to improve education. I also coordinate the moot court association Magister JFT | DiCiT and serve as the editor-in-chief of the faculty’s legal magazine, SecJure. Furthermore, I manage the book list, summaries, and exam trainings.
Beyond these responsibilities, I also take on a range of general tasks, such as updating the website. In short, my position is diverse and offers room for a wide variety of activities!
General Board member and Chairman Magister JFT | Juribes
Silke Vogels
juribesvoorzitter@magisterjft.nl
Hi everyone! My name is Silke Vogels, I’m 19 years old, and I’m currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration. This year, I have the honor of serving as the Chair of Magister JFT | Juribes, the Chamber for all Public Administration students at Tilburg Law School.
In this role, I am responsible for the proper functioning of the Chamber, the board, and the various activities that are organized. In addition, I have the pleasure of coordinating the Activities Committee and the Podcast Committee.
Finally, this year I am also part of the General Board of Magister JFT, where we represent the interests of the entire association.
General Board member and Chairman Magister JFT | Justitia
Jens van Langen
justitiavoorzitter@magisterjft.nl
My name is Jens van Langen, I’m 19 years old, and I’m currently a second-year student in the Bachelor’s program in Dutch Law. This year, I have the honor of serving as the Chair of Magister JFT | Justitia. As Chair, I bear final responsibility for everything that happens within the Chamber. In this role, I coordinate the board, ensure that operations within the Chamber run smoothly, and step in wherever necessary.
In addition, I am part of the General Board of Magister JFT this year. This means that I not only dedicate myself to Justitia, but also contribute to the association as a whole. Within Justitia, I coordinate the Career Committee, which focuses on organizing office visits and workshops that help students further develop their legal careers. I also coordinate the Lustrum Committee, which is responsible for organizing the activities surrounding our anniversary in October.
General Board member and Chairman Magister JFT | Erga Omnes
Paula Dejonghe
ergaomnesvoorzitter@magisterjft.nl
Hi everyone! My name is Paula Dejonghe, I’m 19 years old, and I’m currently a second-year student in the Global Law Bachelor’s program. After being active last year in the Introduction Committee of Magister JFT | Global Law and the International Trip Committee of Magister Central, I have the honor this year of serving as the Chair in the very first board of Magister JFT | Erga Omnes.
As Chair, I hold final responsibility for the functioning of the Chamber and its board. Together with my board, I organize a variety of events ranging from informal get-togethers to academic and career-oriented activities for our target group: international students within Tilburg Law School. In my position as Chair, I also take part in the General Board of Magister JFT, where I represent the interests of the association as a whole.
Additionally, I coordinate the International Assist Committee, a committee that helps international students integrate into life in Tilburg.
General Board member and Chairman Vrijspraak, Student Party of Magister JFT
Thomas Prosman
vrijspraakchairman@magisterjft.nl
My name is Thomas Prosman, I’m 19 years old, and I’m currently in the second year of the Bachelor’s program in Dutch Law. This year, I have the honor of serving as a board member of Vrijspraak, the student party of Magister JFT. As a board member, I chair the Open Party Meetings, contribute ideas regarding communication within the party, and represent the interests of TLS students within the faculty. In addition, I am a member of the General Board of Magister JFT, where I represent the association as a whole.
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