Chicago Class of 2012 Forum

[doyleoil]

chicago still hasn't cashed my deposit check yet. did they cash anyone's?

nope - haven't cashed mine either

[pehaigllleises]

They cashed mine.

[doyleoil]

They cashed mine.

did they send you confirmation that they received it?

[pehaigllleises]

I got a "Welcome to the Chicago Law Community" email, confirming that I had reserved a seat, on 4/17 a few days after I mailed the deposit. I filled out the form long before I sent my deposit (I wanted to keep my $500 as long as possible...), so I assume the two are related.

[RussianGirl]

I got a "Welcome to the Chicago Law Community" email, confirming that I had reserved a seat, on 4/17 a few days after I mailed the deposit. I filled out the form long before I sent my deposit (I wanted to keep my $500 as long as possible...), so I assume the two are related.

Don't think so... I received the same e-mail, and they haven't even gotten my check yet(!!!) USPS!!!

[pehaigllleises]

I don't know. Be happy for now that that $500 is still in your savings account... earning .001% interest.

[RussianGirl]

I don't know. Be happy for now that that $500 is still in your savings account... earning .001% interest.

Haha, silver lining!

[jayhawkai]

I finally withdrew from U of C. Anyone else notice how you could potentially withdraw someone else's name if you had their contact info?

[RussianGirl]

I finally withdrew from U of C. Anyone else notice how you could potentially withdraw someone else's name if you had their contact info?

I would hope the withdrawal would have to come from their official e-mail... but if someone leaves their e-mail open...

[Merriweather]

chicago UG checking in and regents alum....

don't fucking live in regents. it's a goddamn shithole.

see, e.g.: --LinkRemoved-- http://www.apartmentratings.com/rate/IL ... -Park.html

[gannak]

where in hyde park would you recommend living?

[sealrsqr]

Hi fellow future ILs. Just checking in as I went from an "option 2" to an "option 1" yesterday.

I'm your classic non-trad, out of school almost 16 years now. I lived the beachy California lifestyle for as long as I could stand it. Then I realized this nagging sense of ambition just wouldn't go away. Anyway, I'm lucky enough to sponge off my husband financially so I will spend this summer as I have spent the last seven summers, as a volunteer rescuing seals and sea lions. I still can't believe I am leaving my pinnipeds for the windy city, but it seemed like U of C was the best fit for me.

Don't think I'll end up at Regents. I'm looking at University housing. If I get a big enough place I plan to bring my air hockey table along. If I can't kick your butts in the classroom, I will wipe the floor with you in my living room.

and to jaen78: I haven't finished applying for my loans, but the SLA office confirmed that it is okay to use the general UofC code (00177400) since Discover doesn't like the law school one (00177463).

and to gannak: They cashed my deposit check a while back.

[Merriweather]

where in hyde park would you recommend living?

not in hyde park if you can avoid it

[jayhawkai]

I finally withdrew from U of C. Anyone else notice how you could potentially withdraw someone else's name if you had their contact info?

I would hope the withdrawal would have to come from their official e-mail... but if someone leaves their e-mail open...

I was referring to the online system instead. You log in using the generic credentials, then state your intention to enroll or not, then provide name, address, phone and email.

[TheNerdProject]

For those who haven't read Saturday's NYT article on Obama as a law professor: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/03/us/po ... ml?_r=1&em .

The article is about Obama's views on SCOTUS justices but also talks briefly about UChicago's continued and possibly increased involvement in the Obama administration.

Quite honestly, it made me have doubts about my decision to go elsewhere for money and lifestyle (Boalt).

Enjoy!

[chimeray]

I finally withdrew from U of C. Anyone else notice how you could potentially withdraw someone else's name if you had their contact info?

I would hope the withdrawal would have to come from their official e-mail... but if someone leaves their e-mail open...

I was referring to the online system instead. You log in using the generic credentials, then state your intention to enroll or not, then provide name, address, phone and email.

Ha, don't give anyone any ideas...

[chimeray]

where in hyde park would you recommend living?

not in hyde park if you can avoid it

Elaborate? Is it really that bad?

Suggestions on where to live then?

[southernlady]

where in hyde park would you recommend living?

not in hyde park if you can avoid it

Elaborate? Is it really that bad?

Suggestions on where to live then?

Especially for those of us who will not be bringing cars...

[etwake]

I'm moving to South Loop; 14th and prairie. I'll have a car, but have to stay down there for all 3 years, because I'm buying. It looks like if you don't have a car, south loop/printer's row are pretty good areas.

There's a good amount of younger people on the North Side (Lincoln Park/Lakeview), but I chose to stay away becuase:
1. The commute is about 20-40 minutes longer to UofC.
2. Real Estate prices are still sky-high
3. South Loop has a good amount of nightlife, but still quiet enough for me not to be distracted.

Just look at GoogleMap's bus and metra system before you figure it out. PM me if you're not familiar with the area, and I might be able to help you out.

[chimeray]

I'm moving to South Loop; 14th and prairie. I'll have a car, but have to stay down there for all 3 years, because I'm buying. It looks like if you don't have a car, south loop/printer's row are pretty good areas.

There's a good amount of younger people on the North Side (Lincoln Park/Lakeview), but I chose to stay away becuase:
1. The commute is about 20-40 minutes longer to UofC.
2. Real Estate prices are still sky-high
3. South Loop has a good amount of nightlife, but still quiet enough for me not to be distracted.

Just look at GoogleMap's bus and metra system before you figure it out. PM me if you're not familiar with the area, and I might be able to help you out.

This is really helpful. Like Southernlady I also won't have a car. I'll check out those areas. Thanks etwake!

[caoyun]

Did anyone else get an invitation to apply for the Patino fellowship today?

[southernlady]

Did anyone else get an invitation to apply for the Patino fellowship today?

Yeah. I am wondering if they sent this to everyone, because if I remember the scholarship correctly I have no chance haha...

[eruffin]

Did anyone else get an invitation to apply for the Patino fellowship today?

I did. Judging by the wording, though, I got the impression that everyone (or at least a lot of people) did? No?

I mean, my resume is relatively skimpy on "public service experience."

Unless the application is onerous, I'll probably apply anyway though...

[pehaigllleises]

I got excited for about 60 seconds but then I reread the email and realized that it was probably sent to and open to everyone.

[caoyun]

I got excited for about 60 seconds but then I reread the email and realized that it was probably sent to and open to everyone.

I figured the same. It's very, very general. I imagine they sent it to most applicants, if not all.