You must not watch..VincentChase wrote:I'm sorry ... bit isn't it Snookie?Nietzsche_Addy wrote:I hope you don't have to experience it too. It's like dreaming you slept with Jennifer Aniston [insert your own dream bone] and waking up next to Snookers.VincentChase wrote:Bracing myself for the same.Nietzsche_Addy wrote:I learned that 3 As can be really great, until a C pops up. FML.
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Isn't 3 As averaged with a C still comfortably above median?Nietzsche_Addy wrote:I learned that 3 As can be really great, until a C pops up. FML.
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They oscillate between calling her snookers and snickers on the show. I think The Situation is pretty much the only guy who calls himself that.VincentChase wrote:No, I've never seen it. But I'm aware of Snookie and "The Situation."
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jiminy christmas, thats freaking nuts. That basically means all the A's went to the same group of people.
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Yes. But above the median isn't what I was shooting for, and definitely not what I was expecting after 3 As.Kohinoor wrote:Isn't 3 As averaged with a C still comfortably above median?Nietzsche_Addy wrote:I learned that 3 As can be really great, until a C pops up. FML.
It's Snooookaaahs! Or Snickers. I want a little Snookers for a pet.VincentChase wrote:I'm sorry ... bit isn't it Snookie?
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The Situation might be the best nickname ever, 'cept he fucks up nearly every "situation".
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I hate Snookie, but I felt really bad for her when she got punched. I'm not sure why people find that so funny.Bankhead wrote:Snookie is so cute. Not in a sexual way, but I just want to eat her up.
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I found it really disturbing -- especially since she's like 4'10 and completely harmlesss.JazzOne wrote:I hate Snookie, but I felt really bad for her when she got punched. I'm not sure why people find that so funny.Bankhead wrote:Snookie is so cute. Not in a sexual way, but I just want to eat her up.
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Yeah, it is definitely never kosha for a man to hit a woman. But, anything goes on the showa! I can't believe I am on a message board talking about an MTV reality show, but I love it!Bankhead wrote:I found it really disturbing -- especially since she's like 4'10 and completely harmlesss.JazzOne wrote:I hate Snookie, but I felt really bad for her when she got punched. I'm not sure why people find that so funny.Bankhead wrote:Snookie is so cute. Not in a sexual way, but I just want to eat her up.
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Agreed ... as a 3.50, this is still well above the median (even at a T14 with a B+ median). It's just the black-eye that comes with the C ... still a solid GPA though.Kohinoor wrote:Isn't 3 As averaged with a C still comfortably above median?Nietzsche_Addy wrote:I learned that 3 As can be really great, until a C pops up. FML.
Although I didn't get hit with a C (in part b/c the school that I attend seemingly refuses to give any C's), I experienced something very similar. I also think that it will be easier to explain away one lower grade amongst a number of A's.
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I assume it will be easier to explain the C becuase of the As, but I don't want to have to explain a C! Oh well. I posted this in another thread and got some solid reassurance that I'm not totally boned. For now, I'm focusing on repeating the As and forgetting about the C.chadwick218 wrote:Agreed ... as a 3.50, this is still well above the median (even at a T14 with a B+ median). It's just the black-eye that comes with the C ... still a solid GPA though.Kohinoor wrote:Isn't 3 As averaged with a C still comfortably above median?Nietzsche_Addy wrote:I learned that 3 As can be really great, until a C pops up. FML.
Although I didn't get hit with a C (in part b/c the school that I attend seemingly refuses to give any C's), I experienced something very similar. I also think that it will be easier to explain away one lower grade amongst a number of A's.
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Was there anything different about the study methods you used for the C class v. the A classes? Did your notes look the same? Did you feel as comfortable with the material? Did you have a great teacher with a tough curve? If you can figure out why you got the C, you'll be able to truly hone your methods and ensure you get As from here on out.Nietzsche_Addy wrote: I assume it will be easier to explain the C becuase of the As, but I don't want to have to explain a C! Oh well. I posted this in another thread and got some solid reassurance that I'm not totally boned. For now, I'm focusing on repeating the As and forgetting about the C.
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The only preparation I would recommend is learning about what a law school exam actually involves. Look at a couple sample exams and read a little bit about good answers, just so you know that what you're getting into is vastly different from college. This should only take a few minutes of your time, and that's it. Reading Getting to Maybe cover to cover isn't necessary - the detailed strategies in that book should be saved until you are actually starting to prepare for exams.
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TITCR.Cavalier wrote:Still only have one grade. Anyway, regardless of how I end up doing, I think I should point out something I learned during the first semester. Trying to prepare for law school as a 0L is a waste of time. I did more preparation than I am proud to admit (no, I didn't read through an entire E&E, but I did more than just reading Getting to Maybe), and it was not helpful at all. Even if I end up getting a great GPA, I would not recommend anyone do even 5% of the preparation I did.
The only preparation I would recommend is learning about what a law school exam actually involves. Look at a couple sample exams and read a little bit about good answers, just so you know that what you're getting into is vastly different from college. This should only take a few minutes of your time, and that's it. Reading Getting to Maybe cover to cover isn't necessary - the detailed strategies in that book should be saved until you are actually starting to prepare for exams.
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Civ Pro: A
Contracts: A-
Torts: A-
Crim: B+
Legal writing: A-
GPA: 3.66 (60th percentile)
Knowing that 40% of my colleagues here got higher grades than me makes me feel pretty crappy about getting an A- average at this university.
Also, what's this about A's being hard to get when HALF of us have a 3.5 or above
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+1 except for GTM's "detailed strategies." That book can be summed up in about a paragraph.vanwinkle wrote:TITCR.Cavalier wrote:Still only have one grade. Anyway, regardless of how I end up doing, I think I should point out something I learned during the first semester. Trying to prepare for law school as a 0L is a waste of time. I did more preparation than I am proud to admit (no, I didn't read through an entire E&E, but I did more than just reading Getting to Maybe), and it was not helpful at all. Even if I end up getting a great GPA, I would not recommend anyone do even 5% of the preparation I did.
The only preparation I would recommend is learning about what a law school exam actually involves. Look at a couple sample exams and read a little bit about good answers, just so you know that what you're getting into is vastly different from college. This should only take a few minutes of your time, and that's it. Reading Getting to Maybe cover to cover isn't necessary - the detailed strategies in that book should be saved until you are actually starting to prepare for exams.
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Curious, what makes you think that this is the 60th percentile? It seems to be that the 60th percentile is a little closer to a 3.50. Also, keep in mind that there may be some self-selection here. The only people willing to talk about their grades are often those that feel comfortable talking about them (i.e. having over a 3.50 GPA). Have you looked at the schools required curive. In a typical section of 62, the maximum # of A's (including A+'s, A's, and A-'s) that may be given is 35%, clearly not 50%.dcz222 wrote:Northwestern 1L:
Civ Pro: A
Contracts: A-
Torts: A-
Crim: B+
Legal writing: A-
GPA: 3.66 (60th percentile)
Knowing that 40% of my colleagues here got higher grades than me makes me feel pretty crappy about getting an A- average at this university.
Also, what's this about A's being hard to get when HALF of us have a 3.5 or above
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I can sum it up in one sentence: "Always discuss both sides of the issue and don't forget about policy." I didn't get anything else useful out of the book and I did just fine. I don't know why so many consider it to be such a godsend, but to each his own.JSUVA2012 wrote: +1 except for GTM's "detailed strategies." That book can be summed up in about a paragraph.
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Because law exams don't come naturally to some people. Personally, I didn't need it (nor did I finish the book), but I have some friends who struggled hard this first semester, and I'll be loaning them the book.BobSacamano wrote:I can sum it up in one sentence: "Always discuss both sides of the issue and don't forget about policy." I didn't get anything else useful out of the book and I did just fine. I don't know why so many consider it to be such a godsend, but to each his own.JSUVA2012 wrote: +1 except for GTM's "detailed strategies." That book can be summed up in about a paragraph.
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