University of Kansas Law School Blog
Running on Empty
How to keep up with your hobbies even when you're a stressed-out law student It is no secret that law school can be a stressful time! One way that I (and many other students) stay afloat is by keeping up with other hobbies that have nothing to do with law. For me, that is running! Taking the time…
Opportunity in Community
Student finds community outside of his hometown By the end of my first semester, I was feeling ready for a break, and in this, I doubt I was alone. Immediately following my last exam, I picked up my girlfriend and drove directly to the airport. After spending three months at a study carrel it was…
¿Donde Esta la Biblioteca?
Books, resources, events and more!When I was younger, my mom would take my siblings, cousins, and me to our hometown public library. On the weekends, we would go to the free movie screenings in the library basement and enjoy the freshly popped popcorn. On weekdays, after school, we would get hour-…
Creating Pawsitive Connections
Why I Love Pet Sitting for the KU Law CommunityThe ABA published an article in 2020 about the benefits of pet ownership for lawyers. Physical, mental and emotional well-being are among the listed benefits of having a furry friend. Lawyers are particularly stressed out and often suffer from…
Working It Out
Can and Should I Work through Law School?There are a lot of reasons why you might ask the question. Law school is obviously expensive, even at a place like KU, where affordability is a genuine priority. Some people like to use non-law school work to stay grounded or to follow an external passion.…
Hands-On Learning Q&A: Tyler Schembri, Criminal Prosecution Field Placement
From nearly the beginning of his higher education journey, Tyler Schembri, 3L, knew that criminal prosecution was where he wanted to be. He graduated from the University of New Mexico with a degree in Criminology and, after graduation, was commissioned into the U.S. Army on active duty, where…
Chief Justice, Justices and May it Please the (Moot) Court
Oyez, Oyez, Oyez! Reporting live from Green Hall Room 201 - it's In-House Moot Court Competition week. KU’s nationally ranked Moot Court program is more than just a trophy-stocked room on the 5th floor. It’s an opportunity to engage deeply with an important issue, work closely…
Calling All Cat (or Animal) Lovers!
KU Law Ambassador explores new cat cafe in LawrenceIf you haven’t heard the news already, Lawrence had its very first cat cafe open in late July 2023. Located on Mass St., Espurresso Cat Cafe is the perfect place to get your coffee and cat fix in.Espurresso Cat Cafe is partnered with the…
Best Places to Caffeinate Yourself When Staying Awake Feels Like a Chore
Uncovering the ultimate coffee havens for the sleep-deprivedIt’s October. Which means, that for law students, assignments are quickly coming due, midterms are happening, and every single event for clubs is happening all at once. To top it all off, the weather is becoming drearier and all you…
Hands-On Learning Q&A: Desiree Duke, Medical-Legal Partnership
Desiree Duke, 3L, is no stranger to the world of law and justice, thanks to her mother. Originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, Duke worked as an assistant to a Legal Life Care Planner/Burn Injury Expert as part of her pre-law school work experience where her true passion for plaintiff personal…