The Not-So-Serious Truth About Law School
The biggest myth about law school? That it’s always serious. Every single day so far, I’ve found something to laugh about. Whether it’s a professor’s perfectly timed joke or a classmate’s …
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When You Feel Good, You Do Better
When I would tell people I was going to law school in the fall, I got many comments about how I won’t have time to do anything outside of school, how …
Hi, I’m Ramsey
It’s 6am on a Sunday. I’m waking up to the dark morning and cold air. I throw on a pair of jeans and a light gray, coffee-stained crewneck then grab my …
Purpose Beyond the Casebooks
“Why law school?” I heard that from many people around me. I had worked in several capacities over the last few years and was set up to work full-time after graduating …
Opening Statements: Introducing Me
Hi everyone, I’m Elizabeth! I’m currently a 1L at Loyola Law School in the day program. I came to law school directly from the University of Washington, where I double majored …
A 1L of a Summer
While many pre-law students worry about cold calls and networking in law school, I worried about securing a 1L summer position—before I had even finished writing my personal statement. Fortunately, the …
Where Academia Meets Advocacy: 1L Summer Journey
As a 1L at Loyola Law School, I set out to make my summer count—striving to strike a balance between academic enrichment and real-world legal experience. I’m excited to share that …
Bridging Law and Life: Experiential Learning at LMU Loyola Law School
At LMU Loyola Law School, experiential learning is not just a supplement to classroom education—it is the heart of legal training. Loyola’s dynamic clinical programs provide students with exceptional hands-on opportunities, …
Conquering Nerves, Creating Connections: Networking for the Big Picture
Networking in law school can feel awkward. You know it’s important, but reaching out to busy judges and lawyers, professors, or alumni can seem intimidating. If you’re shy or worry about …