Student Profiles

What led you to pursue a law degree and why did you choose Seattle U?  

In my junior year of college, I interned for Senator Chris Coons in Capitol Hill as a legislative intern. The Senator offered each intern the chance to shadow him for the day. Fortunately, I was able to attend the hearing for Attorney General Bill Barr and get a look at behind-the-scenes action on communications with the senator’s Judiciary Committee staff as well as develop some Q&A type questions to ask Barr. Afterwards, the senator and I debriefed the hearing and he shared with me the value of a law degree. After college, I chose to expand my legal experience by visiting local firms and listening to my aunt at her firm while making connections and networking at events. Hearing the attorney’s experiences and the reason they joined the profession was eye-opening and revealed my true passion for law.

Hailing from the east coast, I did not know much about Seattle U. Most of my decisions were driven by location, such as Los Angeles, New York, Boston, and even D.C. One day, my friend stated that they applied to Seattle U which was my first time hearing about the law school. Once I conducted some research, I admired the school's stance on social justice and diversity and inclusion within the law school. I noticed the national recognition for their legal writing program and heard stories of a sense of community being built amongst the students. This was one of the best decisions I ever made.

What have you found especially valuable during your legal education?

The sense of community is the most valuable part of the law school. I value the culture that Seattle U emits into the halls of Sullivan Hall, building a strong, cohesive work environment that accepts one another’s opinions and ideals. In my classes, we are always accepting of other questions or answers in discussion.

What do you do outside of law school? What do you love about Seattle?

With the free time I do have I explore Seattle for all of its beauty and tiny little details. Coming from Delaware there is not much to do, but in Seattle, that is a different story. I can catch the bus downtown and see the Space Needle or walk down to the water and enjoy the Great Wheel or some of the best fried fish in the city. The summers in Seattle are one of the best experiences one can truly enjoy with hot tub boats, hiking trails, and cheap cruises across the Puget Sound.

What advice would you offer a prospective law student?

Do not be afraid to apply yourselves and invest in your future. Many people feel discouraged from going to law school, especially in underrepresented groups. I am glad that I pursued and will continue to break down barriers. The law profession needs to see more diversity. If law school is something that you want to do, then do it. Everything will eventually fall into place afterwards.