Category Archives: 1L Life
Student Spotlight: Pilar Mendez, A passion for health law and policy
Pilar Mendez, a 1L at Loyola University Chicago, wants to use the law as a tool to become a better advocate and policymaker. Mendez holds a BS in public health from New York University and an MPH in global health … Continue reading
Spring Break in Law School
Hi all! Spring break: does it cease to exist after undergrad? NO! I’m settling back in from my spring break trip to California and will be sharing with you my tips to having a successful, stress-free law-school break. Initially, I … Continue reading
Loyola University Chicago Law + IP = The Perfect Match for Me
Hi all! This week we’re starting with the basics as I narrate how my decision to go to Loyola lead to my interest in intellectual property (IP). Why I chose Loyola University Chicago School of Law While choosing law schools, … Continue reading
Introducing Maria Black, 1L at Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Hello! My name is Maria Black and I am a 1L at Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Starting a new school may seem daunting, but I am here to give you a sneak peak into what my first year … Continue reading
Keeping up with Keala: How to Survive your First Semester of Law School
Hi everyone! This week, I’ll be giving a few tips for surviving your fist semester of law school. The transition from undergrad to law school can be tough, but stick with me and you’ll be “thinking like a lawyer” in no … Continue reading
Keeping up with Keala: Aloha all! It’s so nice to be back!
Aloha all! It’s so nice to be back! As it nears the height of application season, things can seem hectic and stressful; every day seeming like an eternity as you wait to hear back from schools. It’s completely natural to … Continue reading
Keeping up with Keala: Meet Professor Cynthia Ho!
Hi all! Ever wonder what professors of the law are actually like? If you’ve ever seen The Paper Chase or Legally Blonde, rest easy, because Loyola’s professors are nothing like that! In fact, every professor I’ve met thus far is … Continue reading
Keeping up with Keala: Differences between Undergrad and Law School
Keeping up with Keala Hi all! This week, I will be highlighting the differences between undergrad and law school. Keep in mind, that this is not to frighten you the about difficulties of law school. Rather, it is to get … Continue reading
Keeping up with Keala: Favorite Things About Loyola
Keeping up with Keala This week I will be highlighting my two favorite things about Loyola: student involvement and the Law Library. Student Involvement As I mentioned in one of my previous blogs, Loyola offers many opportunities to be involved … Continue reading
Breaking Through: My Journey to Law School, Khalil Watson
Breaking Through: My Journey to Law School Hi everyone, hope all has been well. As I recently prepared for my last mid-term exam, I found myself reflecting on how I got here. I was the first in my family to … Continue reading