BC Law Ambassadors

Name: Courtney Ruggeri, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: Colgate University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I worked as a ​ Public Relations Specialist at a major law firm in DC. Activities at BC Law: Executive Notes Editor of BC Law Review; ​ President of BC Law Impact Blog; Board of Student Advisors Favorite Class: Privacy Law ​ Summer Employment: Legal Intern at Citrix (2L); Judicial Intern ​ for Judge Erik Christian, DC Superior Court (1L) Why BC Law? I wanted a school with both a strong community ​ and challenging academics, and BC was the perfect match. Plus, Boston is a great city!

Name: Rebecca Langsam, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: University of Michigan – Ann Arbor ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I knew I ​ wanted to go to law school after college, but needed a break from school. I wanted to try the West Coast and get practical experience. So, I spent two years as a Litigation Administrative Assistant at Altshuler Berzon LLP in San Francisco, CA. Activities at BC Law: National Lawyers Guild, President; 1L ​ Spring Break Pro Bono Trip; Section 3 Softball Team Favorite Class: Law Practice I & II with Professor Jeffrey Cohen ​ Summer Employment: Prisoners Legal Services of MA (2019) ​ Why BC Law? I wanted an impressive program that cultivated ​ learning, collegial relationships, and a deep connection to the legal community beyond the classroom.

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Name: Caitlin Maloney, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: Bucknell University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: The ​ first year after I graduated college I worked as a paralegal in Antitrust Litigation at a firm in Washington, DC and my second year out of college I worked as the paralegal to the General Counsel of City Year, a national education non-profit headquartered in Boston. Activities at BC Law: Law & Religion Writing Program ​ Co-Chair; LexisNexis Student Representative; Law Students Association, Community Service Committee Chair (3L) and New Students Committee Chair (2L); Clough Public Service Fellow (2L); Pro Bono Spring Break Trip (1L) Favorite Class: Property with Professor Bilder ​ Summer Employment: Summer Associate with ​ McGuireWoods (2L); Intern with The EdLaw Project (1L) Why BC Law? I continue to be impressed with BC’s unique combination of a collaborative ​ learning community, rigorous academics, and exceptional alumni network. I also am grateful for the positive impact that BC’s Jesuit values have on my legal education and experience.

Name: Carson Heyer, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: Vanderbilt University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I knew ​ that I wanted to go to law school as a junior in undergrad, and so I decided to go straight through. Activities at BC Law: Intellectual Property and ​ Technology Forum, Business Law Society Favorite Class: Mergers and Acquisitions with Professor ​ Quinn Summer Employment: Summer Associate at Gunderson ​ Dettmer (2L); Legal intern at Boston Public Market, Sconce PLM (1L) Why BC Law? After looking at similar schools, I felt a ​ unique connection to BC due to the friendliness of both professors as well as students. The combination of this friendly environment as well as a strong commitment to academics ultimately drove me to choose BC.

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Name: Jana Haikal, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: Boston College ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ worked at a large hedge fund in Chicago in the recruiting department. I enjoyed the work and the experience, but it reaffirmed that I wanted to go to law school. Activities at BC Law: Managing Editor on Boston ​ College Law Review, Section 2 Softball Team, TA for Civil Procedure with Professor Brodin (2019) Favorite Class: Corporations with Professor Quinn ​ Summer Employment: Jones Day Summer Associate ​ (2020), Civil Litigation Clinic (2019) Why BC Law? I went to BC as an undergraduate and ​ wanted a similar environment upon deciding to go to law school. When I visited BC Law, I knew it was the perfect fit because of the academics, the people, and the opportunities. I could not be happier with my choice!

Name: Maria Massimo, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: Villanova University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I went straight through from College! ​ Activities at BC Law: BC Law Review; LSA ​ Sports Committee Chair; Teaching Assistant for Contracts Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Young ​ Summer Employment: Summer Associate at ​ Goodwin, New York (2L); U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of New York (1L) Why BC Law? BC Law felt a lot like my ​ undergrad--it had the same balance of strong academics with a friendly and supportive community--which made me feel right at home. After two years I’m very confident I made the right decision by going to BC.

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Name: Rachel Weiss, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: Washington University in St. Louis ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I spent a ​ year working as a legal assistant in pharmaceutical litigation at a firm in St. Louis Activities at BC Law: Managing Editor on Boston College ​ Law Review, Real Estate Law Society, Jewish Law Students Association, 1L Spring Break Pro Bono Trip Favorite Class: Corporations with Professor Quinn and Trusts ​ & Estates with Professor Madoff Summer Employment: Summer Associate at Sullivan & Cromwell ​ and RA to Professor Steven Arrigg Koh (2L); Judicial Intern in Judge Connolly’s Chambers, U.S. District Court of D. of Del. (1L) Why BC Law? I knew that law school would be demanding ​ regardless of where I went, but I was drawn to BC because of its supportive community centered around student collaboration. From my devoted professors and peers to the generous and friendly alumni that I have met, the BC network has greatly enhanced my law school experience.

Name: Karysa Norris, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: Dartmouth College ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I was a ​ curatorial assistant in New England art museums for five years, then spent a year as a legal administrative assistant at a mid-sized firm in Worcester, MA. Activities at BC Law: Art Law Society, Black Law Student ​ Association, Navajo Nation Pro Bono Spring Break Trip, 2019 LAHANAS Retreat Co-Chair. Favorite Class: Property with Professor Bilder. ​ Summer Employment: Summer Associate at Latham & ​ Watkins, Chicago (2L); Summer Associate at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, Boston (1L). Why BC Law? While working as a legal assistant at a local firm, I saw the true strength of the ​ BC Law network. Our alumni are incredibly engaged and willing to help current students any way that they can.

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Name: Matt Suhosky ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: The Catholic University of America ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I’ve ​ always known I wanted to go to law school, so I went right after I graduated from college! Activities at BC Law: Student Attorney with the ​ Entrepreneurship and Innovation Clinic; Chairman of the LSA Committee on Rankings and Student Satisfaction Favorite Class: Corporations with Professor Quinn ​ Summer Employment: Summer Honors Legal Intern at ​ the Securities and Exchange Commission (2L); Law Clerk at Northeastern University’s Office of the General Counsel (1L) Why BC Law? The community! I was hesitant about ​ going to law school because of the cut-throat and competitive atmosphere, but once I took a tour of BC Law, I could see how the students and faculty here are supportive and friendly. My instincts were right, and I am so glad I chose to come here!

Name: Sarah Nyaeme, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: Indiana University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ went straight through from undergrad but learned how to bartend over the summer! Activities at BC Law: Co-President: Board of Student ​ Advisors, TA for Professor Chirba, Law Student Association: Career Mentoring Chair, Defenders Clinic Favorite Class: Law Practice ​ Summer Employment: Summer Associate at Foley ​ Hoag (2L), Judicial Intern for Judge Leinenweber at the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (1L) Why BC Law? After growing up in the Midwest, I ​ wanted to leave Chicago and branch out to a major city on the east or west coast. After visiting many schools, I realized BC’s community, professors, and alumni network were very unique.

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Name: Julia Ciachurski, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: UCLA ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ spent a year after graduation working as a law clerk at a civil litigation firm in Southern California. Activities at BC Law: Jessup Moot Court Team; ​ Sports and Entertainment Law Society, Section Rep; Women’s Law Center; Immigration Law Group Favorite Class: Evidence with Prof. Cassidy ​ Summer Employment: Student Attorney in the BC ​ Immigration Clinic and Intern at the Political Asylum/Immigration Representation Project (2L); Intern at the Norfolk District Attorney’s Office (1L) Why BC Law? After spending my whole life on the ​ west coast, I knew that I wanted to go to the east coast for law school. I applied to a few different schools, but I was blown away by the support from BC Law alumni, students, and faculty, as well as its welcoming and collaborative environment.

Name: Caroline Tompkins, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: University of Georgia ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I came straight ​ through! Activities at BC Law: Finance and Elections Committee Chair and ​ Appointments and Promotions Committee Chair in LSA. Favorite Class: Con Law with Professor Farbman ​ Summer Employment: Legal Intern at Indigo Ag, Inc. (2L); Law Clerk at ​ Beck Reed Riden (1L) Why BC Law? As a UGA alum, I know how important being a part ​ of a team is (Go Dawgs!). BC Law was the only school that seemed to recognize the importance of teamwork, and even emphasizes the collaborative nature of the legal field. Since being at BC, the “open door policy” and support from professors has truly made my time at BC better than I could have ever hoped for.

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Name: Megan Resnik, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: Notre Dame ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ came straight through from undergrad, but worked at the U.S. Embassy in Rome and for the Notre Dame Admissions Office (go Irish) during my time in college. Activities at BC Law: Gulf Coast Recovery ​ Pro-Bono Spring Break Trip, Women’s Law Center, Section 3 Softball Favorite Class: Torts with McMorrow ​ Summer Employment: Legal Intern at the Bureau ​ of Special Education Appeals Why BC Law? I was looking for a law school ​ experience similar to that of my undergrad - academically challenging with an emphasis on service and community. BC offered all that, with the added bonus of being in a city full of unique legal opportunities and fun things to do!

Name: Hannah Shepherd, [email protected] ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: Miami University (Ohio) ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ came straight through from Miami but I did a combined undergraduate and graduate degree in Political Science Activities at BC Law: LSA Risk Management ​ Committee, Business Law Society, Negotiations Competition, Women’s Law Society, and the Federalist Society. Favorite Class: Property with Bilder ​ Summer Employment: Summer Law Clerk at ​ Southern New Hampshire University Why BC Law? I was looking for a community where I ​ could be surrounded by passionate and talented peers but where we would be able to support each other throughout this journey. As cliche as it may sound I have found that here and I am so happy that I chose BC!

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Name: Julie Hernandez ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: University of Florida ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I went straight through from ​ undergrad Activities at BC Law: Law Students ​ Association, 3L Rep; Latin American Law Students Association Favorite Class: Criminal Law with Professor ​ Cassidy Summer Employment: Morgan Lewis ​ Why BC Law? Choosing a law school with a ​ strong sense of community was especially important to me. Once I visited BC for the first time on admitted students’ day and met some students and prospective classmates, I knew BC Law was the right fit for me!

Name: Kayla Snyder ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: University of Arizona ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I took three years off and worked as ​ an office assistant at a boutique San Diego law firm Activities at BC Law: Law Students ​ Association, President 2020-21, Treasurer 2019-20; Black Law Students Association, Internal Vice President Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor ​ Hillinger and Criminal Law with Professor Cassidy Summer Employment: Legal Intern at ​ Lawyers for Civil Rights - Boston (1L); Ropes & Gray LLP (2L) Why BC Law? BC just seemed like the ​ obvious choice. I knew I would have a rigorous and rewarding academic experience and a multitude of opportunities, but would also make genuine relationships with my peers and professors at BC and that was really important to me.

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Name: Karl Patzwahl ​ Year: 2021 ​ Undergrad: The George Washington University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ took one year off and travelled in Europe for a few months, worked at a non-profit, and designed and built a house. Activities at BC Law: Law Students Association, ​ Committee Chair; Real Estate Law Society, Treasurer; LAHANAS, Lambda Favorite Class: Deals and Disputes with Professor ​ Anderson Summer Employment: Summer Law Clerk at Joyce ​ & Associates - Boston Why BC Law? It’s intellectually challenging with a ​ distinction on collegiality and service. Boston College is in a city full of legal opportunities, with an alumni network that goes above and beyond what anyone could imagine. It only took a few minutes on campus to understand how unique of a place BC is––I couldn’t imagine learning anywhere else!

Name: Grayson Bethel, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ graduated in December of 2018, and spent the following months working at my family’s furniture store in North Carolina and travelling in Europe. Activities at BC Law: Sports and Entertainment Law ​ Society, Intellectual Property and Technology Forum. Section Softball Captain Favorite Class: Law Practice with Professor Keller ​ Summer Employment: BC Law Covid Relief Legal ​ Services Project: Unemployment Assistance and Midwest Environmental Advocates Why BC Law? BC has an incredible community with a ​ helpful alumni network. The students, professors, and administration are very supportive and want to see you succeed. Even before I enrolled, I knew it would be an institution I would be proud to say that I went to. Boston is also a beautiful city that offers great activities, history, and culture.

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Name: Madeleine Kausel ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: McGill University ​ Experience between College and Law School: I went ​ straight through but during the summer I interned with the Public Policy Team at Planned Parenthood and traveled around Europe! Activities at BC Law: Board of Student Advisors, ​ Co-Chair; Law Review, Staff Writer; BC Ambassadors, Recruitment Chair. Favorite Class: Constitutional Law with Professor ​ Farbman Summer Employment: Judicial Intern with the First Circuit ​ Court of Appeals Why BC Law? The people. BC Law’s community is truly ​ one of a kind. Everyone is extremely supportive, both in and out of the classroom. In shaping its students, BC emphasizes not only intellectual rigor, but also the commitment to service. This unique perspective is reflected in the BCLS curriculum and extends to the robust alumni network around the country.

Name: Marina Rothberg ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Wesleyan University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I took ​ three years off between undergrad and law school. I taught at an international school in Tokyo and at the Boys and Girls Club of Philadelphia, and I worked for the Philadelphia Orchestra. Activities at BC Law: Staff Writer for the Boston ​ College Law Review, Staff Editor for the Intellectual Property and Technology Forum Journal, Art Law Society, 1L Spring Break Pro Bono Trip Favorite Class: Property with Professor Lyons ​ Summer Employment: Legal Intern at Greater Boston ​ Legal Services’ Consumer Rights Unit Why BC Law? The professors and administration staff at Boston College are committed to ​ helping students succeed and fostering an environment of support, collaboration, and intellectual exploration. It was really meaningful to me that Boston College Law School’s alumni network is extremely strong throughout the country with lawyers always willing to pick up the phone to give advice, talk to you about a practice area, or facilitate a connection.

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Name: Caroline Gelinne, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Georgetown University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I took 3 years off between my undergraduate and starting BC Law. For that time, I worked on two political campaigns and did some government affairs work in Washington, DC. Activities at BC Law: Staff Writer on Law Review, TA ​ for Civil Procedure (Professor Bloom 2020), BC Law Democrats, Section 3 Softball Team Favorite Class: Civil Procedure with Professor Bloom ​ Summer Employment: Judicial Intern for the Federal ​ District Court, District of Massachusetts Why BC Law? My focus coming to law school was not ​ only to obtain a degree that would advance my career, but also build connections, friendships, and mentorships within a great community. Of all the schools I looked at, BC Law placed the most emphasis on becoming part of a network that would be supportive throughout law school and beyond. Also, knowing that my post-graduate job search would focus on the Boston and New York markets, I felt BC Law would put me in the strongest position to find a career path right for me.

Name: Zac Halpern, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Boston College ​ Experience between College and Law School: Immediately after graduation, I worked as a Field Organizer on President Obama’s re-election campaign. For the last three plus years, I lived in Washington, DC and worked at a major management consulting firm. Activities at BC Law: Law Review, Clough ​ Center Fellow, RA/TA for Prof. Keller/Law Practice Favorite Class: Constitutional law with Professor ​ Farbman! Summer Employment: Judicial Intern for the ​ Federal District Court, District of Massachusetts Why BC Law? I chose BC because it offers a world-class education with a supportive and ​ engaged community.

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Name: Laura Caro Ruiz, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Georgetown University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: After college, I worked as a litigation paralegal for a big law firm in New York City for 3 years Activities at BC Law: 1L section representative for ​ Women’s Law Center, Latin American Law Student Association, and International Law Society, Negotiations Competition Favorite Class: Torts with Professor Yen ​ Why BC Law? I knew that the BC Law community ​ was one of a kind through various interactions I had with students, faculty and alumni. The genuine, supportive and passionate spirit won me over. I’m also interested in working in Boston or New York after graduation and knew the BC alumni network is well established and eager to assist students in both cities.

Name: Danielle Kemp, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: University of Connecticut ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I graduated in May 2019 from UConn with my degree in Mathematics/Actuarial Science. During undergrad, I held multiple Actuarial roles at insurance companies and consulting firms. I was a bartender the summer before law school, and currently am an Alumni Career Advisor for current UConn undergrads! Activities at BC Law: BC Law and Religion Journal, Staff ​ Writer; Criminal Law Society President; LSA New Students Committee Co-Lead; Lexis Ambassador Favorite Class: Restorative Justice ​ Summer Employment: United States Attorney’s Office, ​ District of Massachusetts Why BC Law? The moment I walked in the doors of BC Law I ​ could sense how different the community was. BC is not your typical law school. The students and teachers are constantly lending a helping hand. The supportive atmosphere helps students succeed and carries over to our enormous network of dedicated alumni who are always willing to meet with students to talk about law school or their jobs. Being just minutes away from the heart of Boston allows for immensely helpful networking opportunities, and fun-filled weekends with friends!

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Name: Alex Babkowski, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: The George Washington University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: Although I came to law school directly after I graduated college, I interned for both the House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services, and a Congressman. I also was an intern for a well-known restaurant group and a small cryptocurrency and fintech law firm. The summer directly before law school, I interned for the litigation department of Greenberg Traurig in their New York City office. Activities at BC Law: Staff Editor of the Intellectual ​ Property and Technology Forum Journal, Business Law Society, Sports and Entertainment Law Society, Women’s Law Center Favorite Class: Torts with Professor Yen ​ Summer Employment: Summer Intern at Justice Bridge Legal Center ​ Why BC Law? I chose BC Law because it was the best of both worlds. Coming from a large ​ school in Washington, D.C., I knew I still wanted to be close to a city, but I also wanted a sense of community. BC not only gives me a community where I feel supported and welcomed by my peers, professors, and the administration, but also offers unique opportunities and an extensive alumni network in the Boston area.

Name: Olubukola Ayetiwa, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: University of California, Riverside ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I took two ​ years off after graduating in 2017. I first worked for a small workers' compensation and personal injury firm as a legal assistant. Afterwards, I was a math tutor and substitute teacher for highschool students. Activities at BC Law: Black Law Student Association, ​ Intellectual Property and Technology Forum Favorite Class: Law Practice with Professor Keller ​ Summer Employment: This past summer I was a patent intern ​ at Bristol-Myers Squibb for their Innovation Law department in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Why BC Law? While choosing a law school, I was looking for a school that would provide a ​ close community and faculty that supports it’s students. Also, BC Law has one of the best alumni networks I’ve seen. Boston has a growing legal industry which will provide opportunities in the practice groups I’m interested in.

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Name: Anh “Duy” Nguyen, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Emory University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: After ​ college, I worked for a year and a half as a legal assistant at a large law firm in Atlanta. Then, I worked for another year in an Episcopal Church in downtown Manhattan as a service fellow with the Episcopal Service Corp. Activities at BC Law: BC Law Review, American ​ Constitutional Society, LAMBDA, Asian Pacific American Law Student Association, LAHANAS. Summer Employment: Summer Intern at Lawyers for ​ Civil Rights - Boston Favorite Class: Property with Professor Liu ​ Why BC Law: What initially drew me to BC was the ​ portability of its degree. You can choose to stay in Boston, which is a fantastic city on its own, or you can work in other cities like New York or DC. But what won me over was the supportive community that I found during my visits on campus. Now as a student, I’m continued to be in awe of the amount of support and care that students receive, both from each other and from faculty and staff.

Name: Sabrina Morelli, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Providence College ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I came ​ straight through from college. Throughout my undergraduate career I interned for the Attorney General of Rhode Island Civil Environmental Unit, and spent six months in Sydney, Australia studying environmental policy. Activities at BC Law: Environmental Law Society President; ​ Client Counseling Competition Finalist; Animal Law Society Vice President Summer Employment: Legal Intern for the Conservation Law ​ Foundation, Clean Air and Water Program Favorite Class: Civil Litigation with Professor Minuskin ​ Why BC Law? I was looking for a law school that fostered ​ intersectionality between environmental law with corporate sectors in a cooperative way, as well as provided connections to practicing in the broader U.S. I also value the religious foundations of BC, and think that contributes to the kind and supportive community we have here; students, faculty, and alumni actively look for ways to help one another succeed. It goes a long way, and is such a beautiful thing to be a part of.

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Name: Emily Jordan, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Grinnell College ​ Experiences between college and law school: I came ​ straight through from undergrad, but had the opportunity to intern for Project C.U.R.E and the Office of the Chief Counsel (researching human trafficking) during my time in undergrad. Activities at BC Law: Law Review, Staff Writer, Pro Bono ​ Spring Break Trip, Latin American Law Students Association, Secretary, Section 1 softball team, 2L BARBRI Representative Summer Employment: Judicial Intern for Justice Bolick, ​ Arizona Supreme Court Favorite class: Property with Professor Lyons ​ Why BC Law: When I visited BC, I was drawn to the ​ community on campus -- everyone I spoke to genuinely loved the school. On campus, I could immediately tell that the faculty and staff really go out of their way to support students and were eager to help students make the most of their time in law school. There are countless networking opportunities and events to help students transition into law school. As someone who was coming straight through and was very unfamiliar with the law school dynamic, this was really important to me. I knew BC would help me succeed and provide me with a supportive environment and strong alumni network.

Name: Scott Sheltra, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: University of Utah ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ completed a Master’s Degree in Art History, but decided that I did not want to pursue a Ph.D. During graduate school, I took a job with a healthcare financial management company, and ended up spending 11 years with them because I really loved the work. Activities at BC Law: Boston College Law Review ​ Staff Writer, Health Law Society, Art Law Society, Business Law Society, Eagle-to-Eagle Mentor, Client Counseling Competition Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Hillinger ​ Summer Employment: Summer Law Clerk with the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, Utah Office of ​ the Attorney General Why BC Law? Boston is an amazing market for both law and healthcare, so it was a natural fit ​ for my interests. I also loved my tour of Boston College; it just immediately felt like the right fit for me, full of passionate, hard-working people who go out of their way to support others. BC Law is truly special!

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Name: John Reilly, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Georgetown University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: The ​ summer after graduation, I moved back to my hometown of Albany, New York to work on a local political campaign. I then worked for two years as a legal assistant for a law firm that specializes in criminal defense and personal injury litigation. Outside of work, I coached middle school basketball players and founded the One Dream Basketball League, a competitive outdoor basketball league for young adults. Activities at BC Law: BC Law Basketball Team Captain, ​ LSA 1L/New Students Committee Co-Chair, Boston College Law Review Staff Writer Summer Employment: Judicial Intern for Judge D’Agostino, United States District Court for the ​ Northern District of New York Favorite Class: Criminal Law with Professor Koh and Evidence with Professor Cassidy ​ Why BC Law?: I knew the first time that I stepped foot on the BC Law campus that this was ​ going to be my home for the next three years. The community is incredibly supportive, collaborative, and friendly. BC Law is committed to helping students develop into the best lawyers and people that we can be. It is a law school like no other.

Name: Kristen Daly, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Boston College ​ Experience between College and Law School: After ​ graduation, I worked for a boutique law firm in downtown Boston as a litigation paralegal for a partner specializing in real estate litigation, trusts and estates, and general business litigation. Activities at BC Law: Boston College Law Review Staff ​ Writer, LAMBDA Social Chair, Black Law Students Association 2L Representative, 2L BARBRI Representative Favorite Class: Civil Procedure with Professor Spiegel ​ Summer Employment: This past summer I was a 1L summer ​ associate for Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP’s Boston office. Why BC Law? Having attended undergrad at Boston ​ College, I was excited to have the opportunity to once again be in an environment that fosters a strong community and recognizes the importance in fostering its students’ growth as a whole person and as students. Further, BC Law has a really strong and supportive alumni network that enables us to make far-reaching and lasting connections in the legal community.

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Name: Guodong Fu, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: University of Maryland, College Park ​ Experiences between College and Law School: After ​ college, I worked for about 4 years at a pharmaceutical company. I worked as a biopharmaceutical manufacturing associate before transitioning to the role of Validation (Quality) Engineer. Activities at BC Law: Client Counseling Competition, UCC ​ Reporter- Digest Staff Writer, Intellectual Property and Technology Forum Journal Article Editor, Asian and Pacific American Law Student Association, Eagle-to-Eagle Mentor, Pro-Bono Spring Break Trip (2020) Favorite Class: Criminal Law with Professor Hong ​ Summer Employment: Split Summer: Summer Associate at ​ ​ ​ Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft/Summer Legal Intern at Duke Energy Corp. Why BC Law? I chose BC Law because I knew I wanted to go to school in the Boston area due ​ to my interest in being near Biotechnology companies. When I visited BC Law, I could feel the sense of community by observing the interactions between students and faculty. On top of that, the BC Law alumni network is very strong, especially in the Boston Area. They are very genuine, and are always willing to connect with BC Law students.

Name: John Ferraro ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Boston University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: ​ Since undergrad, I worked for about four years as a digital media buyer at Digitas North America, a digital ad agency in Boston. Chances are you’ve gotten (and hopefully clicked on) at least one of my ads. Activities at BC Law: Law Student Association ​ (Treasurer), LAMBDA (Co-Chair), Boston College Law Review, TA for Professor Bratt’s LP Section Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Hillinger ​ Summer Employment: Over the past summer, I ​ interned with Judge McConnell of the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island Why BC Law: I was drawn to the incredible strength of BC’s community across students, ​ faculty, and alumni. Within literal minutes of your first steps on campus, you’ll meet a host of people who are so eager to help you and make sure you get the absolute most out of your three years here. Beyond that, you’ll find that faculty, especially your professors, really and truly want to get to know you and help you. I’m pretty sure it’s impossible to have a shortage of help available to you at BC

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Name: Connie Lee, [email protected] ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Boston College ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I came ​ straight through from undergrad where I was a Research Fellow for a professor in the Sociology Department. I was a Resident Assistant for three years and held a student manager position at a school cafe. Activities at BC Law: Vice President of the Asian Pacific ​ American Law Student Association; LAHANAS; Law Practice Teaching Assistant; Women’s law center; Environmental Law Society; International Law Society; Section 3 softball team. Summer Employment: (2020) Summer intern at W Medical ​ Strategy Group and The International Legal Foundation. Favorite Class: Close tie between Constitutional law and ​ Law Practice with Professor Blum. Why BC Law: The entire BC Law community really cares ​ about each other. Coming from BC undergrad, I always knew how impressive the program was and the respect the institution maintains among the legal community. But what it came down to was the people and the mission of the school. There are many places to get a great education, but BC hopes their students get more than that. Beyond the classroom, BC Law not only provides opportunities to gain practical experience and meet people in the legal community, but also tries to foster a community within the school to connect with each other and build valuable relationships.

Name: Indi Harris, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: University of Georgia ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I worked ​ for a Georgia State Representative as a legislative intern. During that year, I conducted research regarding healthcare, affordable housing, and statewide trafficking prevention. Outside of work, I volunteered as an outreach intern with my local Habitat for Humanity affiliate to combat homelessnes in one of Georgia’s poorest counties. Activities at BC Law: LSA Diversity & Inclusion Committee ​ Co-Chair, Black Law Students Association Secretary, and DEI Hiring Committee member Summer Employment: Judicial Intern for Magistrate Judge ​ Jeffrey T. Gilbert, U.S. District Court for Northern District of IL

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Favorite Class: Constitutional Law with Professor Greenfield ​ Why BC Law?: All other schools I applied to became irrelevant the moment I visited the BC ​ Newton campus for the first time. The Ambassadors, who gave a tour to my parents and I, sat down with us long after the tour was over, made us feel welcome, and answered all of my mom’s relentless questions. Not only does BC exemplify Jesuit values, every one of my peers is willing to lend a hand beyond what you will find at any other law school.

Name: Armen Grigorian, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2022 ​ Undergrad: Boston College ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ worked for two years in the technology industry doing sales and consulting. First, at Oracle I worked in business to business software sales, then at Follett Higher Education group I helped colleges and universities in the Boston area to better integrate Apple products into various aspects of their campuses. Activities at BC Law: Uniform Commercial Code ​ Reporter Digest Staff Writer, LSA Appointments and Promotions Committee Co-Chair, Eagle to Eagle Mentor Summer Employment: Judicial Intern for Judge George ​ A. O’Toole Jr. U.S. District Court for the District of MA, Derivatives intern at Shearman and Sterling Favorite Class: Secured Transactions with Professor ​ Hillinger and Criminal Law with Professor Koh Why BC Law?: Coming into law school I was incredibly unsure about where I wanted to go in ​ my legal career. Many law schools talked about all of the incredible opportunities available to their students, but BC Law was the only place that really talked about how they were going to help students find which of the opportunities was best for them. I felt the school would offer the kind of community and support I knew would be essential to both making the best of my three years in school, but also getting me wherever it was I wanted to go after graduating.

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Name: Joseph Rivera, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Northwestern University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I taught ​ middle school science and math in Minneapolis with Teach for America Activities at BC Law: Staff Writer on Boston College ​ Intellectual Property and Technology Forum, LAMBDA, Law Student Association, Latin American Law Student Association, Sports and Entertainment Law Society Favorite Class: Torts with Professor Yen ​ Why BC Law? The people, the people, the people. Everyone ​ at BC Law whether current students, alumni, or professors have been beyond supportive. I never got the chance to visit because of COVID-19 but had the ability to connect with students and the admissions office to learn about where I would be spending the next three years. I am new to Boston, but it is already feeling like home because of the people I have come to know here.

Name: Isabel Catanzaro, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Boston College ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I went ​ straight through from undergrad, however throughout my undergrad summers I interned for a U.S. Congressman in Washington, D.C., at the Public Defender’s Office of Cuyahoga County in Cleveland, and at Regan Communications Group here in Boston. Activities at BC Law: Sports and Entertainment Law ​ Society Section Representative, Business Law Society, Holocaust/Human Rights Project, and Women’s Law Center Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Hillinger and ​ Law Practice I with Professor Bratt Why BC Law?: There is no question that BC Law offers ​ its students incredible opportunities through its rigorous academic curriculum, hands-on clinical work, and inspirational commitment to public interest. However, one particularly special theme I noticed within BC Law was its emphasis on community. There are plenty of stereotypes about the cut-throat and competitive nature of law school. However, BC Law has somehow managed to offer its students both a high-achieving

OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL AID | BOSTON COLLEGE LAW SCHOOL | [email protected] BC Law: 2020 Admission Ambassadors 21 academic environment and a kind, collaborative, supportive student community. This positive ​ ​ energy permeates the campus culture and is really beneficial to the law school experience. This sense of community is also enduring, as can be seen in the unparalleled commitment of BC Law alumni to the school and its current students. Eagles look out for each other and take care of each other. Especially during these crazy times, I find such a powerful sense of community very important!

Name: John Landzert, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Fordham University ​ Experiences between College and Law School: After ​ graduating I worked on political campaigns in New York, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky. I then worked for a business improvement district in Brooklyn doing urban planning work. Activities at BC Law: BC Law Democrats, Real Estate ​ Law Society, Environmental Law Society Favorite Class: Property with Professor Lyons ​ Why BC Law? I had no plans to move to Boston from New ​ York, but after visiting the campus I met a student and faculty community that were incomparable. Despite the challenge law school can offer, students were genuinely enjoying their time here. The atmosphere made me confident that I would be in the best position to succeed at this school.

Name: Patrick Keating, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: University of Connecticut ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I went ​ straight through. Activities at BC Law: Board of Student Advisors 1L ​ Representative, Business Law Society, and Sport & Entertainment Law Society Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Hillinger ​ Why BC Law?: Community was always going to be a significant ​ factor in my decision. The BC Law community surrounds you with peers who not only challenge you but also support you. Law school is not easy, but at BC, you are surrounded by people who want to see you succeed and take an active role in your journey to success.

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Name: Nikita Patel, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Georgia Institute of Technology ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I spent a ​ year working as a biochemist for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta. Activities at BC Law: Staff Writer for Boston College ​ Intellectual Property and Technology Forum, Women’s Law Society, South Asian Law Student Association Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Hillinger ​ Why BC Law?: The community here is incredible! The ​ professors and faculty truly want to see everyone succeed. They provide countless resources and make themselves available so that 1Ls do get the help they need in their first year. Also, students are very supportive and friendly. After moving so far away for law school, I truly believe that the BC Law community has made me feel at home.

Name: Kristen Parnigoni, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Georgetown University ‘16 ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I stayed in ​ Washington, D.C. and worked at an OB/GYN medical practice for two years. I then transitioned to a boutique healthcare law firm, where I worked as a paralegal primarily writing technical and medical appeals for our client hospitals. Activities at BC Law: Health Law Society, If/When/How: Law ​ Students for Reproductive Justice, Business Law Society, Negotiations Competition Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Hillinger ​ Why BC Law?: After 8 years in the same city, I definitely called ​ DC “home” and I was eager to find the same sense of comfort and family in a new city and school. Of course COVID was a challenging development during the admissions process, but the numerous virtual events quickly showed me that BC Law treats everyone like family. The students are supportive, down-to-earth, accomplished, and humble—exactly the type of people you want by your side during the stress and excitement of law school. There are so many opportunities to meet people (even with Zoom!) and participate in events, competitions, alumni panels, and mentoring services. The alumni community is extremely active and willing to help students discover their interests and network all over the country and world. You’ll hear everyone say it because it’s true: community is everything!

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Name: Maureen Berry, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Georgetown University ‘18 ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I moved back ​ to Boston and spent two years working for a healthcare non-profit, the Institute for Healthcare Improvement. Activities at BC Law: Lamda Negotiations Competition ​ Favorite Class: Civil Procedure with Professor Spiegel ​ Why BC Law?: When I made the decision to apply to law ​ school, I knew after moving back from D.C. that I wanted to stay in the Boston area. BC quickly rose to the top of my list thanks to the Law School’s tangible commitment to its students and their legal training. I felt, and still feel, like my classes, professors, and peers are pushing me to really engage with our readings and think critically about the world around us. Plus, the community of current and past students is an incredible network of support.

Name: Carrington Kyle, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: University of Pennsylvania ​ Experiences between College and Law School: After ​ graduation, I moved back to Dallas and worked at an investment firm for a year. I provided investment research and assisted with the trading operations at the firm. Activities at BC Law: Board of Student Advisors 1L ​ Representative, LSA Career Mentoring Committee, Business Law Society, Christian Legal Fellowship Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Hillinger ​ Why BC Law?: The idea of law school having an impact ​ beyond the three-year stint that I would be on campus was at the forefront of my mind when making a decision. Here, the alumni network and the relationships between students and alumni were emphasized from the beginning through panels and conversations. Honestly, in my limited time here so far, it could not be more accurate. Whether it is an alum or a current student, people are willing to help each other in and out of the classroom, and I think seeing that as a prospective student and hearing it in every single discussion I had with members of the community struck a chord. I knew if I decided to attend BC that it would not become an excessively cutthroat environment but one in which people from all walks of life can come together and build lasting relationships.

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Name: Claire Maire Kuhn, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: University of Notre Dame ‘19 ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ completed a year of service as an Amate House fellow on the Southside of Chicago. As a fellow I worked at Kolbe House Jail Ministry, down the street from the Cook County Jail where I served as a psycho-social programmer and a re-entry case manager. Activities at BC Law: BC Law Negotiations Competition ​ (Finalist), BC Law Magazine (Contributing Writer), Criminal Law Society (1L Representative), Good Governance Project (Campaign Finance Working Group Member) Favorite Class: Civil Procedure with Professor Brodin ​ Why BC Law? Jesuit education! I was looking for a law ​ school which represented the values I hold most dear--an education guided by a spirituality that seeks justice and forms men and women for others. I think you can see that most in the community BC has formed; everyone here has the utmost respect for people doing public interest work and seeks to leave the world a better place than they found it. There is charism of care for the whole person that is also important to me as someone who faces health issues: the support from faculty, staff, alums, and fellow students has been so helpful.

Name: Sarah Litwin, [email protected] ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: University of Pennsylvania ​ Experiences between College and Law School: Prior to BC ​ Law, I was a Candidate Experience Specialist at Toast POS. I also worked for a large talent agency in New York, WME, commonly referred to as the inspiration for the TV show Entourage. There, I supported the company’s attorneys, ​ collaborating with a wide range of executives on behalf of professional athletes, coaches, and entertainers. I currently serve on the Young Professionals Board for the Boston chapter of Friends of the Children. Activities at BC Law: Board of Student Advisors 1L ​ Representative, Public Interest Law Foundation (PILF) 1L Representative, Jewish Law Students Association, Women’s Law Center 1L Representative. Favorite Class: Civil Procedure with Professor Brodin and Law Practice with Professor Keller. ​ Why BC Law?: I knew that attending law school during a pandemic would bring challenges, ​ and I wanted to be surrounded by students who would challenge me to make the most of the

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Name:Farrah Way, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Boston College ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I went ​ straight through from undergrad. Activities at BC Law: Black Law Student Association 1L ​ Representative, Negotiations Competition, LAHANAS Favorite Class: Law Practice with Professor Chirba ​ Why BC Law?: During my first few months at BC undergrad, I ​ recall walking through the halls and sitting in one of the law school classrooms. At that moment, I knew I wanted to come to BC law. BC law has a fantastic community of people who are always there to help you .Professors are more than willing to answer questions, and clarify any misunderstandings. And, your classmates are an encouraging group of people who are happy to go over class material or take a break from homework with you. Law school does come with challenges, but with a great community of people who want you to succeed and push you to become the best version of yourself, makes this a fruitful experience that I am very thankful for!

Name: Joanna Plaisir, [email protected] ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Florida State University ​ Experiences between college and law school: I worked as a ​ Debate coach at my high school for a year! Activities at BC Law: Just Law Podcast co-host at BC, BLSA, ​ LSA 1L Section 3 Rep, Space Law Society Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Quinn ​ Why BC Law: The strong community surrounding BC Law and its ​ strong impact on the Boston legal field.

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Name: Longle Ma, [email protected] ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Nankai University, Tianjin, China ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ completed my Ph.D. in chemistry at Rutgers University and then conducted research in radiochemistry and nuclear medicine at the Massachusetts General Hospital as a postdoctoral fellow. I later joined Choate, Hall & Stewart where I assist clients in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors with a wide range of intellectual property matters. Activities at BC Law: LAHANAS, APALSA, BC Law ​ Ambassador Favorite Classes: Contracts Law with Prof. Kaveny and ​ Property Law with Prof. Lyons Why BC Law? Because I am working in Boston, BC Law has always been on my narrow list when I ​ was planning to build my legal education on my science foundation. I have been getting a lot of exposure to BC Law students and alumni at my workplace and have really been attracted by the sense of an intimate community BC has to offer. BC Law’s strong academic reputation and alumni network make me feel it will set me on a success track and my first few months at BC Law have proved it to be right.

Name: Joy Sgobbo, [email protected] ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: University of Connecticut ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I spent ​ two years working as a legal assistant at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP (New York) in the Financial Institutions Group. Activities at BC Law: Business Law Society, Women's Law ​ Center, First Generation Professionals Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Kaveny ​ Why BC Law?: The Law School's network of diligent and ​ successful alumni was the deciding factor in my choice to attend BC Law. I found that BC Law's alumni have been willing to help me through every step of my law school career so far (from helping me decide whether BC would be right for me, to mentoring me as I face the challenges of being a 1L). I am grateful to be part of a community of people who consistently go out of their way to help one another.

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Name: Kian Azimpoor, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: University of Texas at Austin ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ worked at the U.S. House of Representatives as a Legislative Correspondent & Staff Assistant for Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07). Prior to that, I spent two years working as a Research Data Coordinator at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Department of Critical Care. Activities at BC Law: Health Law Society, Jewish Law ​ Student Association Board Member, Negotiation Competition, BC Law Democrats Favorite Class: Torts with Professor Yen and Contracts ​ with Professor Hillinger Why BC Law: BC Law’s faculty is committed to your ​ success and peers are equally invested in creating a cohesive academic environment. Despite the challenges of being in law school during a global pandemic, BC Law has afforded meaningful faculty mentorships and friendships, a testament to the law school’s commitment to community.

Name: Amy LoBue, [email protected] ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ worked as a Chemistry and Engineering teacher for 2 years at KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate in Lynn, MA (on the North Shore of Boston). During my time there, I had two summer fellowships. The first was with the MIT Haystack Observatory where I was part of a cube satellite research group and took inspiration from the team updates and developed k-12 chemistry and physics curriculum. The summer before law school, I was the Leadership in Equity Education, Policy and Advocacy fellow at the Harvard Education Redesign Lab (ERL). Here I developed an interest in technology equity through research of student data privacy and education’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. I have continued working with the ERL in my first year. Activities at BC Law: Intellectual Property and Technology Forum (Journal Staff Writer and 1L ​ Representative), Negotiations Competition, Client Counseling Competition Favorite Class: Contracts with Professor Hillinger and Torts with Professor Yen ​

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Why BC Law?: I knew that I wanted to stay in the Boston area since I have built a life here in the 2 ​ years leading up to Law school. When deciding where to apply in Boston, I had met a couple current students at BC and was struck by how kindly they spoke of their classmates and experiences. I wanted to go to a school that not only spoke of creating a strong and friendly community, but actually had one. To this day, I am blown away by the other 1Ls in my section and how genuinely helpful and supportive everyone is. Since being accepted to BC, I’ve learned more about the experiential learning and clinic opportunities that demonstrate the culture of serving others. This commitment to service has become an important factor in how I value BC’s impact on its community of students and the community at large.

Name: Manuel Alejandro Sanchez-Wong, ​ [email protected] Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: University of Havana School of Law ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I ​ graduated as a lawyer in 2012 in Cuba. I practiced law in my native country until I migrated to the United States. As an immigrant, I took several unrelated jobs that among other expenses, helped cover my LSAC fee and school application. Activities at BC Law: Co-Chair of Stipends at PILF, ​ Member of LALSA, Member of American Constitution Society, Member of Business Law Society. Favorite Class: Contract with Professor Hillinger ​ Why BC Law?: Even while living in Cuba, one of the ​ cities I dreamed of visiting was Boston. It was the image my mind would bring up when I thought of the United States. Though I migrated to Miami for logistical reasons, I always kept the dream alive of moving to Boston. Thus, in March of 2019, I made a trip to visit the city while it was still cold to see if it would be everything I imagined it would be. On that trip, I went to see the Boston College Campus. I knew about the university even before I moved to the United States because of its international prestige. And I made sure to research more before I made my visit to its beautiful campus. The afternoon I set foot on the Boston College campus, my breath was taken away-- I was in love. I am privileged because I have the opportunity to learn Law in a Democratic country, but more so because I get to do it in the school of my dreams.

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Name: Hunter Tracey, [email protected] ​ ​ Year: 2023 ​ Undergrad: Boston College ​ Experiences between College and Law School: I am part of ​ BC's 3+3 Program, so my senior year of undergrad is combined with my first year of law school. Activities at BC Law: Law Student Association Community ​ Service Committee, Health Law Society, Business Law Society Favorite Class: Law Practice with Professor Cohen ​ Why BC Law: The strong community of students and alumni. ​ When applying to law school, I spoke with several current students and alumni who were extremely excited to talk about BC Law!

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