Native American Law Students Association president to continue his passion for public service For John Harris, L’25, public service and Jayhawk pride run deep. Originally from Shawnee, Kansas, his journey through law school wasn’t just about building a career; it was about answering a lifelong call to public interest. “Both of my parents worked for government employers, so I was …
“Leaning In” in Law School
“Lean into what you came to law school for.” This tidbit of advice was given to me in my first week of law school by Assistant Dean of Career Services Stacey Blakeman. It has now become a guiding principle for me. I came to law school with the clear intention of making a difference by becoming a civil rights litigator. …
Graduate Profile: Leah Stein, L’25
KU Law student looks ahead to a career in civil litigation As a Dodge City native with deep roots in southwest Kansas, Leah Stein always knew she wanted to make a meaningful impact close to home. When it came time to choose a law school, the decision was easy. “I picked KU Law because I grew up in southwest Kansas …
Focus on Your End Goal
Law school can be overwhelming, but maintaining a clear vision of your end goal can help you stay focused and motivated. Whether you aspire to be a litigator, corporate attorney or public service advocate, staying aligned with your ultimate objectives is key to success. 1. Define Your End Goal Early Start by defining what you want to achieve. Whether it’s …
Networking with Upperclassmen: A Retrospective
Your upperclassmen are your most valuable people to learn from to gain retrospection into the new environment of law school. Whether it be classes, future careers or places to eat, the upperclassmen always have some important insight. Networking with upperclassmen can seem like a daunting task for some. This will be a guide to help with the process. 1. Be …
The Importance of Community in Law School
In Green Hall, you’ll meet people from various walks of life and with different experiences with — and exposure to — the legal world. If you’re like me, that exposure was strictly confined to negative experiences with the criminal justice system and the countless barriers to accessing legal resources. If you are like many at the law school, then you …