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Find Your Community: Student Interest Groups (SIGs) in Law School
Law school can be an intense and isolating experience. But it doesn't have to be! Student Interest Groups (SIGs) are your gateway to connection, passion, and a richer law school journey. Why join a SIG? Community: Connect with fellow students who share your legal interests and passions. Specialized Knowledge: Dive deeper…
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Law School Hacks: Hidden Resources on Campus
Law school is a marathon, not a sprint. To survive (and thrive!), you need to be resourceful. Beyond the obvious library and career services, your campus is brimming with hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. Here's your insider's guide to unlocking those resources and maximizing your law school experience: 1. The…
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Career Spotlight: Corporate Law - Shaping the Business World
So, you've made it to law school and are eyeing the world of high-stakes deals and boardroom strategizing? Corporate law might be your calling. This field offers a challenging and rewarding career path for law students interested in the intersection of law and business. This spotlight dives into what you need to know now…
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Wellness Wednesday: Stress-Busting Activities for Law Students
Law school is tough. Between classes, readings, case briefs, and exams, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But don't worry, you're not alone! This Wellness Wednesday, we're sharing some stress-busting activities to help you stay balanced and focused throughout your legal journey. Quick & Easy Stress Relievers: Take a 10-minute…
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Law School Survival Kit
Law School Survival Kit: Essential Items for Conquering the Semester Hey future lawyers! Law school is a marathon, not a sprint. To help you navigate the late nights, mountains of reading, and Socratic method interrogations, we've compiled the ultimate law school survival kit. Consider these essential items your arsenal…
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Wellness Wednesday: Mindfulness
Hey everyone, Midterms stressing you out? Feeling overwhelmed by case briefs and legal jargon? You're not alone! Law school (and the legal profession in general) is known for its high-pressure environment. That's why this Wellness Wednesday, we're focusing on a powerful tool to help you navigate the challenges:…
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Law School Rewind: Reflecting on the Past Semester & Setting Intentions
Ahhhh Spring semester - the Winter break has ended, last semester is behind us, but just because last semester has come and gone does not mean that we have no more lessons to learn from that time. Early every semester you should take time to reflect on the semester before and set your intentions for the weeks ahead to…
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OCI Practice Tips
Interviews are stressful, and it is important that you are prepared. Here are some tips for before OCI that you can use to make sure you are the best version of you on your interview day. Research the company, the interviewer and the position: Understand the company's mission, values, and recent news. Research the specific…
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Building a Support System in Law School
Law school can be a challenging and demanding experience, but having a strong support system can make all the difference. Here are some tips for building a support system in law school: Connect with your classmates. Your classmates are going through the same experiences as you, so it's important to connect with them and…
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Financial Aid and Budgeting
If you are anything like I was when I was in law school, you’re broke. Or maybe you’re not broke, but law school requires so much of your time and energy that you’re definitely not rolling in the dough of a full time salary. So managing your finances while in law school is often a necessary evil, but with careful planning…
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Decoding Law School Culture: Navigating the Unwritten Rules
Law school is a unique environment with its own set of unspoken norms and expectations. Understanding these unwritten rules can significantly impact your experience. Here's a guide to help you navigate the often-confusing world of law school culture: 1. The Socratic Method Demystified: Embrace the Uncertainty: Yes, it's…
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Motivation Monday
☕️ Mondays aren't so bad when you've got the law on your side! ☕️ Happy Monday, future lawyers! It's a brand new week—a new semester—a fresh start, and another chance to conquer those case briefs and legal concepts. 💪 Here's your Monday motivation: Remember your "why": You started this law school journey for a reason.…