University of Kansas Law School Blog
Redefining student involvement as a law student
As an undergrad, I loved being involved. Coming from a small undergraduate institution, I had the opportunity to be involved in nearly every aspect of campus life including student organizations, leadership roles, community outreach and academic clubs. I found a lot of fulfillment in working with…
Looking back and moving forward
My 2.5 years at KU Law have been a journey of learning and growth. As I sit down to write my final blog post, I’ve found myself discarding numerous ideas, unsure of how to capture the significance of this moment. Instead of trying to find the perfect conclusion, I’ll focus on the things…
Work-School Balance: Having a Job in Law School
For many students, law school can be a financial burden. Not being able to work while still affording to pay rent and buy groceries is challenging. I’m here to tell you that having a job is not completely off the table while in law school. Below, I have laid out some tips on how to balance a…
Starting a Club as a 1L
Making an Immediate Impact on the Campus CommunityThe room buzzed with conversation — not about outlines or tomorrow’s contracts reading, but rather winter break plans, favorite restaurants and the chatter that followed a costly move in a game. Laughter mixed with the sound of captured…
How to Take a Break from Law School
As wonderful as the walls of Green Hall are, there is nothing more refreshing than a change of scenery. My law school life flourishes when I find time to escape and recharge. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or devising your first weekend getaway, I have some tips to make trip planning easier!…
Why Work as a Student Editor?
This November, Kansas Law Review co-hosted a symposium with the Tribal Law & Government Center on “Strategic Litigation Advancing Indigenous Rights.” The symposium featured scholars and advocates from across the country who presented on how indigenous communities have used legal…
Alumni Gift Turns Taxes Into Impact
How an IRA QCD Can Support KU Law StudentsAs both a tax attorney and the dean of the KU School of Law, Stephen Mazza knows something about taxable income and funding the school. “We don’t want to get into the business of giving out tax advice,” Mazza joked. “But the tax…
Growth in a Time of Change
Mid-November is always a stressful time for the students of Green Hall. With less than a month until finals, the realities of test preparation become unavoidable. For first-year students, this is a new kind of test and something that can be difficult to get comfortable with. Second-year students…
Compassion in the Chaos
This week especially, many students have been struggling with how to balance the very real need for self- and community care with the equally necessary and unavoidable grind. Classes are tough, work is hard and finding friends and support can be a real challenge. It’s important to be kind to…
Where the Misfits Fit
Finding time for yourself during law school As an out-of-state student from Virginia, I began to explore the Midwest and all the unique places to visit in Lawrence as a 1L. One of my favorite things to do is travel, whether in my home state of Virginia, saving up to visit family in Scotland or…