URM 2014-2015 Cycle Thread Forum

180kickflip · Post by **180kickflip** » Wed Jul 02, 2014 5:01 pm

FairchildFLT wrote:
Jawbreakaz wrote:3.7x 163 AA Male checking in, hoping this is a down cycle for URMs, good luck to the September takers.
What does down cycle mean?

Fewer URM applicants and/or lower URM median LSAT scores

sashafierce · Post by **sashafierce** » Thu Jul 03, 2014 10:18 am

Checking in

Yaaaas2013 · Post by **Yaaaas2013** » Thu Jul 03, 2014 2:51 pm

MrsHuxtable wrote:Been waiting on this thread to pop-up. I've been putting off the LSAT until I feel absolutely ready and I think this cycle is it. I'm so excited to start the next chapter!

+1

Lagniappe · Post by **Lagniappe** » Thu Jul 03, 2014 2:57 pm

isaiah1992 wrote:
txdude45 wrote:I said this to 2013-2014, I'll say it to you guys. APPLY TO SEO! Single best career move anyone going to law school can make.

Put this in the OP: http://www.seocareer.org/internships/law
I echo this! Currently in the program

Also currently in the program. It has been one of the best decisions I've ever made. Definitely do SEO if you can.

Lagniappe · Post by **Lagniappe** » Thu Jul 03, 2014 3:09 pm

I will add that SEO also recruits from outside the T14. There are 80+ of us this year and though most are attending Harvard, there are some from UCLA, UTexas, GW and Emory. The training has been amazing and the events engaging. We have SEO events about once a week where attorneys and partners come to speak to us on topics such as "What is Corporate Law", etc. after which we ask questions and then network over food and drink. This is separate from firm events that we are invited to. If you're part of SEO, there is no time for rest.

Our firm placements have also been great. I know a few SEO interns whose firm is taking them to the Beyonce/Jay Z concert this weekend. Another firm took their associates and SEO interns to the NBA Draft. I'll discuss more after it's over but if you get SEO, JUST DO IT.

Good luck this cycle!!

wsag826 · Post by **wsag826** » Sun Jul 06, 2014 9:59 pm

Is anyone doing/has anyone thought of doing the SEO Law program in Washington, D.C. who might be willing to share how they feel about the program? And in general, how you feel about the application process? I went through the SEO process for asset management (or something like that) not knowing at all what I was getting into and don't think I ever fully understood it, so I think I want to be prepared this time around if I do get into a law school I want to go to and decide to apply.

NativeLaw · Post by **NativeLaw** » Mon Jul 07, 2014 5:33 pm

Checking in! Ready to get this cycle rolling! 40 days until first applications open.

180kickflip · Post by **180kickflip** » Mon Jul 07, 2014 7:10 pm

If anyone is interested in swapping Diversity/personal statements let me know. I think I just got my diversity statement pretty much done today. Gonna start my PS tonight. Need all the feedback I can get!

bombchells · Post by **bombchells** » Tue Jul 08, 2014 3:10 am

Checking in

MadwomanintheAttic · Post by **MadwomanintheAttic** » Tue Jul 08, 2014 11:26 pm

Still chipping away at LSAT prep. I'll be so happy when this phase is over. On another note,,is anyone attending any LSAC Forums? Or been to one? I'm considering attending the one in Chicago, but I'm not sure how beneficial it will be. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

FairchildFLT · Post by **FairchildFLT** » Wed Jul 09, 2014 11:34 am

MadwomanintheAttic wrote:Still chipping away at LSAT prep. I'll be so happy when this phase is over. On another note,,is anyone attending any LSAC Forums? Or been to one? I'm considering attending the one in Chicago, but I'm not sure how beneficial it will be. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

80 more days...

IDream247 · Post by **IDream247** » Wed Jul 09, 2014 2:20 pm

Checking back in, took the June LSAT and didn't score what I wanted.I'm studying again and I'll retake it in either September or December

180kickflip · Post by **180kickflip** » Wed Jul 09, 2014 2:26 pm

IDream247 wrote:Checking back in, took the June LSAT and didn't score what I wanted.I'm studying again and I'll retake it in either September or December

This is pretty much where I'm at too, but I haven't even started studying again yet =/ I'm trying to get my diversity+ personal statements done this week. Then I'll move back to LSAT prep.

pdt1765 · Post by **pdt1765** » Wed Jul 09, 2014 4:13 pm

180kickflip wrote:If anyone is interested in swapping Diversity/personal statements let me know. I think I just got my diversity statement pretty much done today. Gonna start my PS tonight. Need all the feedback I can get!

Yeah I think I'll have mine done by Friday at the latest. I'm down once I get it done.

IDream247 · Post by **IDream247** » Wed Jul 09, 2014 8:06 pm

180kickflip wrote:
IDream247 wrote:Checking back in, took the June LSAT and didn't score what I wanted.I'm studying again and I'll retake it in either September or December
This is pretty much where I'm at too, but I haven't even started studying again yet =/ I'm trying to get my diversity+ personal statements done this week. Then I'll move back to LSAT prep.

I wrote my Personal Statement a while back but it has diversity aspects in it so I need to figure out how to either change it or find something new to write about for my diversity statement.

AlexandraM44 · Post by **AlexandraM44** » Mon Jul 14, 2014 12:37 pm

Checking In/Freaking Out

A-Modest-Proposal · Post by **A-Modest-Proposal** » Mon Jul 14, 2014 3:13 pm

Checking in - after briefly considering business school but then came to my senses. September LSAT here I come

pollohermano · Post by **pollohermano** » Mon Jul 14, 2014 3:17 pm

Checking in. MA Male here. Good luck to everyone!

alpha kenny body · Post by **alpha kenny body** » Tue Jul 15, 2014 1:38 pm

FairchildFLT wrote:
Jawbreakaz wrote:3.7x 163 AA Male checking in, hoping this is a down cycle for URMs, good luck to the September takers.
What does down cycle mean?

Usually, a decrease in applicants.

180kickflip · Post by **180kickflip** » Tue Jul 15, 2014 7:29 pm

Statement writing is SOOOO much more annoying than LSAT studying for me right now.

Was supposed to be done with both personal and diversity by last weekend, but I'm still lost. Now I have a 2 page "something" written that touches on a bunch of diversity points but not enough academic/law points. No idea what to do with it. Arghh

alpha kenny body · Post by **alpha kenny body** » Wed Jul 16, 2014 3:09 pm

180kickflip wrote:Statement writing is SOOOO much more annoying than LSAT studying for me right now.

Was supposed to be done with both personal and diversity by last weekend, but I'm still lost. Now I have a 2 page "something" written that touches on a bunch of diversity points but not enough academic/law points. No idea what to do with it. Arghh

Save your statements for when you're being super neurotic during the waiting period after taking the LSAT. Up until then, it should be only studying, unless of course inspiration strikes.

180kickflip · Post by **180kickflip** » Wed Jul 16, 2014 5:54 pm

MTH2 wrote:
180kickflip wrote:Statement writing is SOOOO much more annoying than LSAT studying for me right now.

Was supposed to be done with both personal and diversity by last weekend, but I'm still lost. Now I have a 2 page "something" written that touches on a bunch of diversity points but not enough academic/law points. No idea what to do with it. Arghh
Save your statements for when you're being super neurotic during the waiting period after taking the LSAT. Up until then, it should be only studying, unless of course inspiration strikes.

I know this is TCR, but it's hard as hell to just stop when it's unfinished. I'm gonna try to listen tho. I know I'll kick myself if I blow September over a few relatively unimportant paragraphs

pdt1765 · Post by **pdt1765** » Wed Jul 23, 2014 12:27 pm

Is anyone done with their DS yet? Willing to trade with someone.

IDream247 · Post by **IDream247** » Wed Jul 23, 2014 12:48 pm

pdt1765 wrote:Is anyone done with their DS yet? Willing to trade with someone.

What did you write about in your diversity statement if you don't mind me asking?I'm having trouble writing one that would be different from my personal statement.

Dr.Zer0 · Post by **Dr.Zer0** » Wed Jul 23, 2014 12:55 pm

MA male from last cycle, feel free to PM with questions. Good luck guys and gals!

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