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[Anonymous User]

You do need one from a professor or employer of some kind. If you have an additional one from an Alum that is great, but make sure you read the requirements and include one from a professor/employer.

Does it have to be a current employer? What of those applicants who are several years removed from undergrad and/or who wishes to not use a current employer as a recommender (in an attempt to be discreet of law school plans)? Would a recommendation loaded onto LSAC do?

No, it's any employer, past or present, or any professor you took some relevant class in. It's pretty straight forward, they just want someone who will be able to speak to the quality of your work experience, or how you do in class etc. An Alum who has never worked with you or taught you can't really do that. You can include an Alum on as additional, they just want at least one recommendation from someone who knows you in a professional/academic capacity.

Don't look into it to much, just follow the directions. If you think you are some special case and don't know if you potential recommender is what they intended, just call them and ask.

Bingo.

The alum reference should be in ADDITION to the actual reference they are asking for.

I'm glad someone actually did due diligence here.

[BlaqBella]

You do need one from a professor or employer of some kind. If you have an additional one from an Alum that is great, but make sure you read the requirements and include one from a professor/employer.

Does it have to be a current employer? What of those applicants who are several years removed from undergrad and/or who wishes to not use a current employer as a recommender (in an attempt to be discreet of law school plans)? Would a recommendation loaded onto LSAC do?

No, it's any employer, past or present, or any professor you took some relevant class in. It's pretty straight forward, they just want someone who will be able to speak to the quality of your work experience, or how you do in class etc. An Alum who has never worked with you or taught you can't really do that. You can include an Alum on as additional, they just want at least one recommendation from someone who knows you in a professional/academic capacity.

Don't look into it to much, just follow the directions. If you think you are some special case and don't know if you potential recommender is what they intended, just call them and ask.

Interestingly enough I worked with an alum (associate) at a law firm, so I guess my case is unique in this respect. From him/her, I was told the information I relayed in this thread.

Thanks for responding (and not attacking) like others did.

[BlaqBella]

I'm glad someone actually did due diligence here.

Keep going. You're doing a mighty fine job.

[Anonymous User]

I'm glad someone actually did due diligence here.

Keep going. You're doing a mighty fine job.

In your case you actually worked for an alum. I think the clarification was for whether you should be getting references from alums even if you haven't worked for them.

[Anonymous User]

For those who received letter of rec requests, about how long ago did you interview?

[Anonymous User]

For those who received letter of rec requests, about how long ago did you interview?

2 or 3 weeks ago

[facile princeps]

Those in the know:

Is there a general age range of SEO scholars? Are there exceptions to such ranges? For example, is it common to see an SEO scholar in their late 20s/early 30s here or there?

I had asked this. The representative I asked did not give me an age range, but she said your age does not matter; they only care about you going to law school. She also confirmed that they accepted people in their 30s last year.

[BlaqBella]

Those in the know:

Is there a general age range of SEO scholars? Are there exceptions to such ranges? For example, is it common to see an SEO scholar in their late 20s/early 30s here or there?

I had asked this. The representative I asked did not give me an age range, but she said your age does not matter; they only care about you going to law school. She also confirmed that they accepted people in their 30s last year.

Thank you SO much, facile. I'm so happy to hear this!!!

[Anonymous User]

For those who received letter of rec requests, about how long ago did you interview?

2/3 weeks ago

[Anonymous User]

Ok I know realistically I'm not going to hear back until April, but my current job is beyond boring and I just feel like if I had something intellectually challenging to look forward to that was happening in May rather than in August (which seems really very very far away) I wouldn't be so depressd. Anyone in the same boat?

[Anonymous User]

Ok I know realistically I'm not going to hear back until April, but my current job is beyond boring and I just feel like if I had something intellectually challenging to look forward to that was happening in May rather than in August (which seems really very very far away) I wouldn't be so depressd. Anyone in the same boat?

Meeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!! The only thing that's keeping me at my job is the $$$.

[Anonymous User]

Ok I know realistically I'm not going to hear back until April, but my current job is beyond boring and I just feel like if I had something intellectually challenging to look forward to that was happening in May rather than in August (which seems really very very far away) I wouldn't be so depressd. Anyone in the same boat?

Meeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!! The only thing that's keeping me at my job is the $$$.

Same here. Gotta pay rent. But I'm soo bored, every single day. Keep wondering whether I should let them that they are under using me but I don't want to sound like I haven't been doing anything this whole time. Even though, well, I haven't. SIGH.

[Anonymous User]

Ok I know realistically I'm not going to hear back until April, but my current job is beyond boring and I just feel like if I had something intellectually challenging to look forward to that was happening in May rather than in August (which seems really very very far away) I wouldn't be so depressd. Anyone in the same boat?

Meeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!! The only thing that's keeping me at my job is the $$$.

Seriously want to quit my job and hang out in Central America for two months. I know you can live in some of those countries off $15 a day. Only problem is I have a lease....

[Anonymous User]

I submitted late December, and other than a request for additional transcripts I have heard nothing back. Is this typical?

TIA

[Anonymous User]

I submitted late December, and other than a request for additional transcripts I have heard nothing back. Is this typical?

TIA

I don't know if it's typical, but I wouldn't be worried. Have you submitted all your acceptances yet? Are there any particularly good schools you haven't heard back from yet?

[Anonymous User]

Well, I just applied. Hopefully it's not too late but I didn't have acceptances until now.

[Anonymous User]

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[Anonymous User]

Has anyone already sent in a letter of recommendation?

I went to their website and had them send the rec letter request to my recommender. Will they send me an email notification once he's sent it, so I know that that's taken care of? Thanks.

[Anonymous User]

Has anyone already sent in a letter of recommendation?

I went to their website and had them send the rec letter request to my recommender. Will they send me an email notification once he's sent it, so I know that that's taken care of? Thanks.

After my recommender told me they submitted it, I logged in and there was a note that told me they had replied beneath their contact information in that section of the application. I didn't get an email though.

[unc0mm0n1]

Those in the know:

Is there a general age range of SEO scholars? Are there exceptions to such ranges? For example, is it common to see an SEO scholar in their late 20s/early 30s here or there?

Former SEO here, and I was this. While it's not common, I think there were 2 or 3 of us my year. I'd say the overwhelming majority of people were 25 or under.

[BlaqBella]

Those in the know:

Is there a general age range of SEO scholars? Are there exceptions to such ranges? For example, is it common to see an SEO scholar in their late 20s/early 30s here or there?

Former SEO here, and I was this. While it's not common, I think there were 2 or 3 of us my year. I'd say the overwhelming majority of people were 25 or under.

Thanks unc0mm0n1 ! So glad to hear this. I hope HLS is treating you well and you're making preparations for Storm Nemo. Be safe.

[Anonymous User]

Has anyone already sent in a letter of recommendation?

I went to their website and had them send the rec letter request to my recommender. Will they send me an email notification once he's sent it, so I know that that's taken care of? Thanks.

After my recommender told me they submitted it, I logged in and there was a note that told me they had replied beneath their contact information in that section of the application. I didn't get an email though.

Thank you for that!

[Anonymous User]

This might be a stupid question, but... is this program open to Asians? The website only mentions that it supports programs for "people of color," which is somewhat vague.

I understand that there are other types of URM that take priority, but have Asians (East, not South) been accepted by SEO in the past?

[Anonymous User]

This might be a stupid question, but... is this program open to Asians? The website only mentions that it supports programs for "people of color," which is somewhat vague.

I understand that there are other types of URM that take priority, but have Asians (East, not South) been accepted by SEO in the past?

Yes

[Anonymous User]

This might be a stupid question, but... is this program open to Asians? The website only mentions that it supports programs for "people of color," which is somewhat vague.

I understand that there are other types of URM that take priority, but have Asians (East, not South) been accepted by SEO in the past?

This may seem controversial, but Asians are URM in the legal field.