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scribelaw wrote:What are the rooms like in Lenfest and Lionsgate? Can't find any pictures on the CLS Web site.

scribelaw wrote:What are the rooms like in Lenfest and Lionsgate? Can't find any pictures on the CLS Web site.

Also, what are your fellow 1Ls like? You sometimes hear (maybe unfairly, I don't know) that CLS might be a little stuffy compared to, say, NYU.

Frank wrote:I'll stick around a bit to take questions. It's been a long time since posting on this site, but it was helpful for applying. I must admit, though, it gives a shockingly positive view of the economic outlook (or, simply ignores it). It is not a good time for jobs (and, yes, I know that is scary, but it is the absolute truth, even at CLS).

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CG614 wrote:How is the On Campus Interview process for 1Ls? Heard of any 1Ls get an SAs? What is the surrounding area like? Is there much to do on the upper west side, or do you have to head to midtown or lower? Thanks for taking questions!

1. How is the On Campus Interview process for 1Ls? Have not done it yet. It happens the summer after your first year (August). We will be getting training on it very soon

2. Heard of any 1Ls get an SAs? Indeed, I have. Before this economy, it used to be much more common. Nowadays, not so much. But, diversity programs are still strong, and some non-diversity programs are still happening. Some 1Ls have SA jobs, yes. But, most firms have cut back on these drastically, and a ton have no 1L program, nowadays. Even before this economy, it was very hard to get a 1L SA, just to give you perspective.

3. What is the surrounding area like? Very nice. The subway isn't too far, and there are some bars/restaurants nearby. Everything is within walking distance, and you can walk down to Harlem, too, if you'd like. Nothing is too far. It's a city.

4. Is there much to do on the upper west side, or do you have to head to midtown or lower? Totally stuff to do around Columbia. Do not worry about it. You can go midtown or lower, of course, if you want, but there is plenty to do around Columbia--bars, restaurants, etc. It is jsut enough to be entertained while not being a nuissance.