Cornell 1L taking questions Forum

[PinkCow]

Any recommendations for a hotel to stay in for ASW?

There's also a Courtyard Marriott near the Airport that is cheaper than the Statler and closer to campus than the Super 8.

The Hilton in Downtown Ithaca is really nice too, and you can at least walk from there to the Law School.

That reminds me. There's also this fun bed and breakfast called the Henry Miller Inn. It's pricier than the other listed options, but I still think it's cheaper than the Statler. And the location can't really be beaten - just a tad above the commons so you can see how the rest of the world lives and then you just walk up the hill to collegetown/campus. IMO, it's a better option than Statler. And the people who run it are really nice and make yummy food/late-night cookies. And there's free parking, but you really wouldn't need your car if you're staying there. Everything's well within walking distance.

[FlanAl]

does clermont ever cold call? I'm super sick and pretty over doing the questions in the civ pro reading tonight

[orderofthings]

He cold called the first day of class maybe one or two people and then never again as far as I remember. And if he does, A. He won't push you and B. I wouldn't worry about the questions because this is kind of a review (assuming you're doing SMJ) and can half-ass it

[koalatriste]

does clermont ever cold call? I'm super sick and pretty over doing the questions in the civ pro reading tonight

mths, could you please share with the class my experiences with Clermont cold calls?

[KMaine]

Ask a 3L who had him first semester about his cold calling.

[koalatriste]

Ask a 3L who had him first semester about his cold calling.

"may I pass?"

[msblaw89]

recent admit... Can any of the 1L, 2L, or 3Ls talk about student life? Do the students make friends with each other? or is kinda everyone does their own thing in isolation

[FlanAl]

people do all sorts of fun stuff together, a lot of it consists of aggressive drinking though. you know not like a "hey, we're grad students lets have a mellow drink and intelligent conversation." much more like "beers' are only a dollar at big red barn? good thing I've got 20 bucks in my pocket!" A group of kids went to the hockey game the other night. I know people who have gotten together to go to movies etc. etc.

I'm definitely not the biggest fan of my 1L class but overall everyone is nice and fun to see out at the bar.

[FlanAl]

ALSO

anyone going to bring their sweet business cards to the public interest symposia/dinner tomorrow!?!?!?

[msblaw89]

people do all sorts of fun stuff together, a lot of it consists of aggressive drinking though. you know not like a "hey, we're grad students lets have a mellow drink and intelligent conversation." much more like "beers' are only a dollar at big red barn? good thing I've got 20 bucks in my pocket!" A group of kids went to the hockey game the other night. I know people who have gotten together to go to movies etc. etc.

I'm definitely not the biggest fan of my 1L class but overall everyone is nice and fun to see out at the bar.

Not the biggest fan..because?

[PinkCow]

ALSO

anyone going to bring their sweet business cards to the public interest symposia/dinner tomorrow!?!?!?

lolwut.

[johansantana21]

ALSO

anyone going to bring their sweet business cards to the public interest symposia/dinner tomorrow!?!?!?

Yeah and I'm also going to write my GPA on it.

[PinkCow]

recent admit... Can any of the 1L, 2L, or 3Ls talk about student life? Do the students make friends with each other? or is kinda everyone does their own thing in isolation

I was personally very surprised with how un-stereotypical student life is. Nobody I knew got their books stolen, sabatoged, etc. Aside from a few loud-mouth aspie kids, everyone's more-or-less normal and social.

[mths]

ALSO

anyone going to bring their sweet business cards to the public interest symposia/dinner tomorrow!?!?!?

Yeah and I'm also going to write my GPA on it.

/golf clap

[mths]

does clermont ever cold call? I'm super sick and pretty over doing the questions in the civ pro reading tonight

mths, could you please share with the class my experiences with Clermont cold calls?

OMG THIS IS MY FAVORITE LAW SCHOOL MOMENT

Guest Speaker in Clermont's class calls on koala...hilarity ensues

koala: I would like to invoke claim preclusion on this row because it was called on last class
outraged speaker: do you mean to tell me you will not be answering my question?
koala: *something smart ass essentially meaning that no, he would not in fact be answering*
outraged speaker: do you know that in my day, we would be docked a grade point for not being ready for a cold call
koala: good thing we're not in your day

class: *stunned silence*

[PinkCow]

That was beautiful.

[Arbiter213]

I was personally very surprised with how un-stereotypical student life is. Nobody I knew got their books stolen, sabatoged, etc. Aside from a few loud-mouth aspie kids, everyone's more-or-less normal and social.

We have feelings to you know

people do all sorts of fun stuff together, a lot of it consists of aggressive drinking though. you know not like a "hey, we're grad students lets have a mellow drink and intelligent conversation." much more like "beers' are only a dollar at big red barn? good thing I've got 20 bucks in my pocket!" A group of kids went to the hockey game the other night. I know people who have gotten together to go to movies etc. etc.

I'm definitely not the biggest fan of my 1L class but overall everyone is nice and fun to see out at the bar.

Fuck you too

[Arbiter213]

does clermont ever cold call? I'm super sick and pretty over doing the questions in the civ pro reading tonight

mths, could you please share with the class my experiences with Clermont cold calls?

OMG THIS IS MY FAVORITE LAW SCHOOL MOMENT

Guest Speaker in Clermont's class calls on koala...hilarity ensues

koala: I would like to invoke claim preclusion on this row because it was called on last class
outraged speaker: do you mean to tell me you will not be answering my question?
koala: *something smart ass essentially meaning that no, he would not in fact be answering*
outraged speaker: do you know that in my day, we would be docked a grade point for not being ready for a cold call
koala: good thing we're not in your day

class: *stunned silence*

[FlanAl]

I was personally very surprised with how un-stereotypical student life is. Nobody I knew got their books stolen, sabatoged, etc. Aside from a few loud-mouth aspie kids, everyone's more-or-less normal and social.

We have feelings to you know

people do all sorts of fun stuff together, a lot of it consists of aggressive drinking though. you know not like a "hey, we're grad students lets have a mellow drink and intelligent conversation." much more like "beers' are only a dollar at big red barn? good thing I've got 20 bucks in my pocket!" A group of kids went to the hockey game the other night. I know people who have gotten together to go to movies etc. etc.

I'm definitely not the biggest fan of my 1L class but overall everyone is nice and fun to see out at the bar.

Fuck you too

haha i hope that we are friends in the non message board world.

[msblaw89]

So who do I NOT want to have for Civil Procedure? Clermont?

[PinkCow]

So who do I NOT want to have for Civil Procedure? Clermont?

Both are great, but one is somewhat terrifying. You, however, have no choice, and will likely get both.

[MAapplicant]

Do the suites in Hughes Hall have a kitchen? Anyone having any opinions or reviews about living in Hughes Hall your first year?

Also for those people who do not live on campus, is it easy to find a place that allows large dog breeds? (i.e. Great Dane)

[Arbiter213]

So who do I NOT want to have for Civil Procedure? Clermont?

Both are great, but one is somewhat terrifying. You, however, have no choice, and will likely get both.Anyone. Civil Procedure is like getting raped in the eye by a runcible spoon.

[msblaw89]

So who do I NOT want to have for Civil Procedure? Clermont?

Both are great, but one is somewhat terrifying. You, however, have no choice, and will likely get both.Anyone. Civil Procedure is like getting raped in the eye by a runcible spoon.

I've heard that Civ Pro is a NIGHTMARE from several people now... why? Just the course itself? Or because of the instructors?

[Arbiter213]

So who do I NOT want to have for Civil Procedure? Clermont?

Both are great, but one is somewhat terrifying. You, however, have no choice, and will likely get both.Anyone. Civil Procedure is like getting raped in the eye by a runcible spoon.

I've heard that Civ Pro is a NIGHTMARE from several people now... why? Just the course itself? Or because of the instructors?

Course itself. I actually really enjoyed Clermont's class.