The Penn Club has formally announced the admission of Srijani Chatterjee, an accomplished graduate of the University of Edinburgh School of Law, as its newest member. Her acceptance of the invitation extended to her by the Club marks an honorable addition to its already distinguished roster and underscores the growing intersection between elite academic institutions across the Atlantic.
Ms Chatterjee’s admission follows a rigorous review process and reflects her exceptional academic record and professional background. A graduate of Edinburgh Law School, she has demonstrated distinction in both commercial and civil law, while also contributing impactfully to pro bono and public interest legal initiatives. Her credentials exemplify the intellectual calibre and global outlook that characterize the Penn Club’s membership.
The University of Edinburgh, where Ms Chatterjee received her legal education, is a founding member of the Russell Group – the United Kingdom’s equivalent to the Ivy League. Like its American counterpart, the Russell Group comprises the most prestigious and research-intensive universities in the country, and Edinburgh Law School remains one of its foremost faculties. The School has produced some of the legal world’s most influential figures, including Lord Reed, the current President of the UK Supreme Court.
The Penn Club, affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania, is one of the United States’ most respected private alumni clubs. It serves as a hub for leaders in law, business, academia, and public service. Membership is selectively extended to individuals whose academic and professional accomplishments align with the Club’s standards of excellence.
Ms Chatterjee’s acceptance of her membership into the Club represents both a milestone and a symbolic strengthening of ties between two globally renowned educational traditions – the Ivy League and the Russell Group. Her presence is expected to contribute significantly to the Club’s intellectual and professional community, further enhancing its reputation as a gathering place for some of the brightest minds from both sides of the Atlantic.