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Why Loyola

From Engineering Labs to Runway Tags: My Journey Into IP Law

My fascination with intellectual property (IP) began during my time as an undergraduate mechanical engineering student at the University of Michigan and continues today. My curiosity of IP didn’t come just from textbooks or lectures. It came from real-world experiences that showed me just how deeply IP is woven into engineering and everyday life.  Let me explain.

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Adelyn Schmidt
Why Loyola

From Pitch to Patents: How Soccer Led Me to IP

My first pair of shoes was a pair of children’s Adidas Sambas. My dad, an avid soccer fan, gave me this first pair as a baby gift. Soon after, I developed a love for the game. The rhythm of play, the strategic thinking, and the creative maneuvers gave me a sense of tranquility. On the pitch, I was at ease. Little did I know, part … Continue reading From Pitch to Patents: How Soccer Led Me to IP

Sophie Michael
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Securing Sisterhood: My First Introduction to IP

Since 2022, I have proudly worn the symbols of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated (Delta). Delta is a Black Greek Letter Organization committed to sisterhood, scholarship, public service, and social action. Before law school enrollment, I noticed a “®” symbol on my Delta crewneck. Now, I’ve noticed this symbol on things like Stanley Cups. But what would it have to do with my public service … Continue reading Securing Sisterhood: My First Introduction to IP

Kendall Henry
Access to Medicine, Why Loyola

From Code to Care: Debugging the Barriers Between Innovation and Access

If a system is broken, how do you fix it? I’ve been asking this question for years. First as a healthcare technology consultant, now as a law student studying the intersection of intellectual property (IP) and health law. At Epic, I was part detective, part problem-solver, and part translator. I dove into messy software bugs. I helped clinicians by implementing tools to check insurance coverage in real … Continue reading From Code to Care: Debugging the Barriers Between Innovation and Access

Nicole Celewicz
Why Loyola

Affirming the Path: Angling IP at Loyola

Getting Hooked on IP

Given my STEM background, once I shared my interest in law school, people frequently suggested intellectual property (IP) as a career path. At the time, I didn’t personally know any lawyers, but I was eager to explore this potential career path. A family friend connected me with a partner at Greer, Burns & Crain (“GBC”), who invited me to shadow an associate for a day.

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Taylor Lores
Why Loyola

Putting the Ball in Their Court, and Mine: Sports and Intellectual Property Law

Connecting a Love of Sports to a Love of Intellectual Property Law

Sports have always played a significant role in my life, shaping my personal identity and relationships along with my professional pursuits in intellectual property law. Before discussing how sports sparked my interest in practicing intellectual property, I want to share how my love for sports began. Playing soccer connected me to my community and taught me perseverance. Watching Manchester United kept me in touch with my European family and built a stronger relationship with my Nana. I found pride in being a student at the athletic powerhouse of the University of Georgia and, during my senior year, got to experience the feeling when your team wins a championship. My freshman-year roommate, a die-hard Chicago Bears fan, sparked my Bears fandom as we watched the team every football weekend. Since I have always been captured by sports’ power to unite communities, countries, and even the world, I knew I wanted sports to remain a meaningful part of my life.

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Emma Welch
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Taking a Tour of Intellectual Property at Loyola

Many students interested in intellectual property (IP) get asked a lot of the same questions. In my experience, the common questions have been:

“Why IP? Do you need to know if you’re interested in IP before law school? What about during law school? Do you need to have a science background for IP? What opportunities are there for students interested in IP at Loyola? How do you network in IP?”

I am sure prospective law students are wondering the answers to some of the questions posed above. As a former undergraduate tour guide, I love answering questions like these, so here’s the perspective of a current 1L (first-year law student) at Loyola.

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Maddie Clark
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How 911 Sent Me Code 3 To Law School

Imagine this: It’s 4 am and you’re working as an EMT running 911 calls. Dispatch notifies you that you need to respond to a call… now! You turn on the lights and sirens, also known as Code 3, and make your way to the call. You show up. It’s chaotic and you grab the gurney, nitroglycerin, and oxygen tubing amongst others. You save the patient, and everyone is happy. You clean the ambulance and sit down for a moment to relax. But dispatch rings and you’re off again.

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Megan Griffin