Student Life
Weekend Getaways
Four places within driving distance of Lawrence, KS for you to get away.Helen Phillips, 3L, KU Law student ambassadorWhile in law school, you're bound to spend many weekends in Lawrence preparing for your next midterm or writing a brief. But to make sure I maintained a healthy balance of school AND…
Running From the Law
Recommendations for running spots in LawrenceIsrael Nelson, a 1L KU Law Student AmbassadorEveryone needs a law school coping mechanism. Some people do yoga. Some people draw or paint. I decided running a weird number of miles on a regular basis was going to be mine. If you also enjoy getting your…
Three Reasons Why You Should Travel Abroad
Back from her semester abroad, Jamie shares why you should follow in her footstepsKU Law offers multiple study abroad options that can fit any student's wishes. Whether you're a student who wants to spend a quick summer in Ireland or Turkey, or fully committed to an entire semester in Italy or…
Considering Law School as a Non-traditional Student
Three things non-traditional students should consider Christy Harris a 1L KU Law Student Ambassador So, you're considering law school, but a great amount of time has passed since you graduated from college. Perhaps you've had a full career, raised a family and now you wonder if you can…
And Now, Your Hosts for This Evening, The Moody Bluebooks
An interview with members of The Moody BluebooksCameron SavardNo night is more fun in one's law school career than Pub Night. It brings together professors, students, and staff to enjoy an evening of good food, responsible drink, and great company.At KU Law, however, we've turned this night into…
Finding Happiness Outside of Law School
How to stay YOU while in law schoolDesiree Duke a 2L KU Law Student AmbassadorWake up at 5:00 a.m., study all day, eat a meal or two, study some more, and go to bed around 11:00 p.m. When I came to KU Law, my life revolved around law school. Everything I did, every move I made, and all that I was,…
Taking a Leap of Faith
Whether you're a townie or an out-of-towner, KU Law is the place to be.Matt Koegel, a 1L KU Law Student AmbassadorWhen I first visited KU, I wasn't sure that I would end up going to law school here. I visited Lawrence for the first time in the beginning of February 2022 during a bit of a cold spell…
Building Relationships in Green Hall
The importance of building relationships with those around you Reagan Hoskin, 1L, KU Law Student Ambassador Law school is an exciting time. I know in the whirlwind of everyday life, the excitement of this time in our lives can get lost. But now is a wonderful opportunity to build…
Earning Pro Bono Hours: Volunteering for VITA
All you need to know about the VITA clinicWhat is VITA?Rachel HendersonThe Volunteer Income Assistance (VITA) clinic is offered by the University of Kansas School of Law each spring. Through VITA, law students prepare free federal land state tax returns for Douglas County residents earning less…
Hands-on learning: KU Law's Judicial Field Placement Program
Five reasons why you should consider a placement programKarlie BischoffI chose to attend KU Law, in part, because of its hands-on learning opportunities. My experience has exceeded my expectations, largely due to the Judicial Field Placement Program.I recently completed the first half of my field…