Student Life
Working It Out
Can and Should I Work through Law School?Libby Rohr, 3LThere 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…
Hands-On Learning Q&A: Tyler Schembri, Criminal Prosecution Field Placement
Tyler Schembri, 3LFrom 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…
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. Karen Campbell, 2L 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,…
Calling All Cat (or Animal) Lovers!
KU Law Ambassador explores new cat cafe in LawrenceDesiree Duke, 3LIf 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…
Best Places to Caffeinate Yourself When Staying Awake Feels Like a Chore
Uncovering the ultimate coffee havens for the sleep-deprivedIsrael Nelson, 2LIt’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…
Best Bites in Lawrence
Grab a bite at any of these classic Lawrence restaurants located on Mass StreetRachel Henderson, 3LI can count several reasons why Lawrence is a great place to live, but the local food scene tops the list. Check out my favorite restaurants below–you’ll be hungry by the time you’re done reading!Best…
Exploring the Emerald Island with KU Law
Study abroad opportunities with KU Law Reagan Hoskin, 2L Studying abroad is a transformative experience. Students have the opportunity to broaden their horizons while enriching their educational experience. I know my educational experience was positively impacted by my three-week stay in…
Hands-On Learning: Alexandria Vazquez, Field Placement Program
Alexandria Vazquez, 2LOriginally from Santa Barbara, California, Alexandria Vazquez, 2L, previously worked as an orthopedic surgery coordinator. She cites the field placement program as helping to shape her understanding of criminal law, legal research and the nuance of working alongside…
Hands-On Learning Q&A: Desiree Duke, Medical-Legal Partnership
Desiree Duke, 3LDesiree 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…
Feeding Minds and Building Community
Lunch hour at KU LawRyan Love, 3LLaw schools are often seen as havens of quiet study and rigorous research, where students devote long hours buried in books and legal texts. While this stereotype certainly holds true for many parts of the day, there's a vibrant and bustling side to law school…