UVA Law Class of 2019 Forum

[rska884]

Anyone else flying in from NYC? I wasn't sure I was going to be free with work so I wasn't able to book my flight yet, curious what rates the rest of you have gotten.

I'm taking Amtrak and it was pretty cheap ($136 round trip), though there is only one train each day so you don't have a lot of options on times. Not sure how many tickets are still available.

Also taking Amtrak in from NYC. When I booked, there were a good number of trains, but the times weren't great. It came down to either taking a train down Wednesday afternoon after the NYC alumni reception or flying in Thursday morning. Amtrak was cheaper.

I'm flying in Thursday morning (6 am from Newark... ). Where's everybody staying? Just realized I need to look into a carpool...

[RedWhite&Blonde]

Anyone else flying in from NYC? I wasn't sure I was going to be free with work so I wasn't able to book my flight yet, curious what rates the rest of you have gotten.

I'm taking Amtrak and it was pretty cheap ($136 round trip), though there is only one train each day so you don't have a lot of options on times. Not sure how many tickets are still available.

Also taking Amtrak in from NYC. When I booked, there were a good number of trains, but the times weren't great. It came down to either taking a train down Wednesday afternoon after the NYC alumni reception or flying in Thursday morning. Amtrak was cheaper.

I'm flying in Thursday morning (6 am from Newark... ). Where's everybody staying? Just realized I need to look into a carpool...

You can Uber! Some hotels also have shuttles to the school.

[rska884]

Anyone else flying in from NYC? I wasn't sure I was going to be free with work so I wasn't able to book my flight yet, curious what rates the rest of you have gotten.

I'm taking Amtrak and it was pretty cheap ($136 round trip), though there is only one train each day so you don't have a lot of options on times. Not sure how many tickets are still available.

Also taking Amtrak in from NYC. When I booked, there were a good number of trains, but the times weren't great. It came down to either taking a train down Wednesday afternoon after the NYC alumni reception or flying in Thursday morning. Amtrak was cheaper.

I'm flying in Thursday morning (6 am from Newark... ). Where's everybody staying? Just realized I need to look into a carpool...

You can Uber! Some hotels also have shuttles to the school.

Oh awesome, that's a good idea. Thanks!

[bellanoche2019]

Attire is casual you guys, FYI.

[earthabides]

why would you wear business casual to an ASW?

I personally prefer to err on the side of overdressed - I'd much rather be the only person in a button down than the only person in shorts and flip flops. But that's just for me, if you'll be comfortable without dressing up at all, go for it. They're not going to rescind your admission.

You know people just dress normally in law school though right?

[rska884]

why would you wear business casual to an ASW?

I personally prefer to err on the side of overdressed - I'd much rather be the only person in a button down than the only person in shorts and flip flops. But that's just for me, if you'll be comfortable without dressing up at all, go for it. They're not going to rescind your admission.

You know people just dress normally in law school though right?

Yup, and when I'm going to classes, I'll wear whatever. But when I'm going to a reception with professors and administrators, even as a current student? You bet I'll err on the side of overdressed again.

[benwyatt]

why would you wear business casual to an ASW?

I personally prefer to err on the side of overdressed - I'd much rather be the only person in a button down than the only person in shorts and flip flops. But that's just for me, if you'll be comfortable without dressing up at all, go for it. They're not going to rescind your admission.

You know people just dress normally in law school though right?

Well I'm in trouble, this is the only outfit I packed:

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[benwyatt]

why would you wear business casual to an ASW?

I personally prefer to err on the side of overdressed - I'd much rather be the only person in a button down than the only person in shorts and flip flops. But that's just for me, if you'll be comfortable without dressing up at all, go for it. They're not going to rescind your admission.

You know people just dress normally in law school though right?

Yup, and when I'm going to classes, I'll wear whatever. But when I'm going to a reception with professors and administrators, even as a current student? You bet I'll err on the side of overdressed again.

Why is this still being debated when:

[rska884]

why would you wear business casual to an ASW?

I personally prefer to err on the side of overdressed - I'd much rather be the only person in a button down than the only person in shorts and flip flops. But that's just for me, if you'll be comfortable without dressing up at all, go for it. They're not going to rescind your admission.

You know people just dress normally in law school though right?

Yup, and when I'm going to classes, I'll wear whatever. But when I'm going to a reception with professors and administrators, even as a current student? You bet I'll err on the side of overdressed again.

Why is this still being debated when:

Haha yeah, that's true. Wasn't planning on wearing a suit anyway, but a nice button down and khakis or other non-jeans? Just much more comfortable in these types of settings than sweatpants, in my personal opinion.

[ChocoFreeze]

Guys where should I eat around here?

[bellanoche2019]

why would you wear business casual to an ASW?

I personally prefer to err on the side of overdressed - I'd much rather be the only person in a button down than the only person in shorts and flip flops. But that's just for me, if you'll be comfortable without dressing up at all, go for it. They're not going to rescind your admission.

You know people just dress normally in law school though right?

Yup, and when I'm going to classes, I'll wear whatever. But when I'm going to a reception with professors and administrators, even as a current student? You bet I'll err on the side of overdressed again.

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[RedWhite&Blonde]

why would you wear business casual to an ASW?

I personally prefer to err on the side of overdressed - I'd much rather be the only person in a button down than the only person in shorts and flip flops. But that's just for me, if you'll be comfortable without dressing up at all, go for it. They're not going to rescind your admission.

You know people just dress normally in law school though right?

Yup, and when I'm going to classes, I'll wear whatever. But when I'm going to a reception with professors and administrators, even as a current student? You bet I'll err on the side of overdressed again.

The dean of admissions stated the attire is casual...

I mean, casual means different things for different people *shrugs* Their clothes, their choice.

[OtterLaw]

I'm boarding my red-eye flight in Seattle. See some of you tomorrow at the open house!

[Bearlyalive]

Hopping on a 5am from LA. See you all soon!

[OtterLaw]

I'm boarding my red-eye flight in Seattle. See some of you tomorrow at the open house!

So it turns out red-eye flights are the worst thing ever. Didn't sleep a bit. So if you see a guy wandering around like a zombie today with bloodshot eyes, say hello!

[benwyatt]

UVA's ASDs are this week?

Whoops.

[hamiltoniana]

Do you guys think we should bring a bag to carry any crap they might give us around in? I hate to tote things around all weekend, but do they normally hand out a lot of things at ASWs?

[coldmonkey13]

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[lawandorder2019]

Do you guys think we should bring a bag to carry any crap they might give us around in? I hate to tote things around all weekend, but do they normally hand out a lot of things at ASWs?

I'm bringing a bag to tote my own things in and whatever they give us. And you may want something to carry the readings we're supposed to do before the mock classes tomorrow. I think it's personal preference. I'm not sure how much material they'll be handing out though

[OtterLaw]

Sedona Taphouse down the street from the law school has some great beers and ciders on tap. I mean.....I've heard.....*hiccup*

[barley]

Who's ready for BBQ?

[benwyatt]

Who's ready for BBQ?

[benwyatt]

Catch me if you can

[barley]

Catch me if you can

I spotted you but didn't say hi. I prefer to preserve my anonymity.

[OtterLaw]

Imma let y'all finish, imma let ya finish, but Don't Faulk With Us was the best trivia name of all time!