Ok to bring parents on law school visit? Forum

[stonepeep]

I love how people spaz out about this every year. I was 28 when I went to admitted students' days, I brought my Mom with me because I wanted her to see the schools, no one in my section ever knew or cared, and anyone who would have cared is a moron whose opinion I would not value.

Tl;Dr do what you want, it has no impact on anything except your own feelings.

[sophia.olive]

^hahahaha
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[FlanAl]

What about being with my girlfriends mom? Haha just thought about this because we went to her old undergrad and she showed us around. I checked out the law school strictly visually. I really lucked out because my gf's mom would be the type to talk to an admissions person for me (whether I liked it or not)

Also one of the law schools I went to is where my mom went to UG. She hasn't been back in like 40years so I'd feel kinda weird not inviting her along when I go to visit. I'd obviously do my best to not have her around if I'm talking to admissions people etc but I think it would be super lame to be like "you stay in the hotel, I'm going to your old UG and you aren't allowed to come with me"

[whymeohgodno]

Wow, I didn't realize that so many people on TLS were so insecure about how they are perceived.

[Fred_McGriff]

What's the youngest realistic age people enter law school? 21? 22?

Really?

[clone22]

On a somewhat related question that has been asked and brushed aside, is it acceptable to bring a significant other to ASW? If not, how to explain to girlfriend why she can't come along?

[Cupidity]

Do not.

Reason #1: You are "that guy who brought his gf to asw"
Reason #2: After you split with gf during 1L, your game is severely damaged
Reason #3: ASW's are one of the most important parts of the selection process, do not waste this special opportunity dealing with her feeling awkward all day.

[03121202698008]

Do not.

Reason #1: You are "that guy who brought his gf to asw"
Reason #2: After you split with gf during 1L, your game is severely damaged
Reason #3: ASW's are one of the most important parts of the selection process, do not waste this special opportunity dealing with her feeling awkward all day.

A few people had them along last year and it wasn't a big deal. Especially if they were moving here as well. I doubt anyone really cares.

[03121202698008]

I love how people spaz out about this every year. I was 28 when I went to admitted students' days, I brought my Mom with me because I wanted her to see the schools, no one in my section ever knew or cared, and anyone who would have cared is a moron whose opinion I would not value.

Tl;Dr do what you want, it has no impact on anything except your own feelings.

Agreed. During my ASW a guy pissed on his hotel room floor in front of his roommate (drunk). He re-identified himself as having done so during MAP and I've never heard anyone mention it again let alone shun him or anything.

[FMaze]

My parents are sooo excited about my admission, no way would I say stay home.

[emhellmer]

Bring your parents. They sacrificed a lot to get you where you are today and love you more than you could ever imagine. The only thing that could make them happier than you getting into law school is that you still care about them enough to invite them.

Grow up indeed. I am 30 years old and am bringing both of my parents to look at law schools with me! I'm also bringing my daughter

This isn't a trip to the mall, and you aren't 12 years old. Stop worrying about what people think; anyone who would judge you is an insecure dork who doesn't really matter in the big scheme of things.

[lisjjen]

How old are we? I mean, I get the whole, "park around the corner so the new kids don't see your mom driving you to Jr. High in a minivan" thing. At least I did in Jr. High. If you want to go with your parents, go with your parents. I'm pretty sure you don't need the approval of everybody at your new school because

a) People who would disapprove of you having a friendship with your parents are going to be douchebags anyways
b) How insecure are you? I didn't know they gave Bachelors out in grade school these days (I'm joking)

I know I'm going to try and drag my dad along, but only because he's an international consultant with about 80,000 frequent flyer miles saved up. Flying all across the country to tour schools would be effing expensive on my own .

[09042014]

Bring your parents. They sacrificed a lot to get you where you are today and love you more than you could ever imagine. The only thing that could make them happier than you getting into law school is that you still care about them enough to invite them.

Grow up indeed. I am 30 years old and am bringing both of my parents to look at law schools with me! I'm also bringing my daughter

This isn't a trip to the mall, and you aren't 12 years old. Stop worrying about what people think; anyone who would judge you is an insecure dork who doesn't really matter in the big scheme of things.

ASW isn't for your mommy to be proud. Take them on a visit during the semester if you want.

[emhellmer]

Bring your parents. They sacrificed a lot to get you where you are today and love you more than you could ever imagine. The only thing that could make them happier than you getting into law school is that you still care about them enough to invite them.

Grow up indeed. I am 30 years old and am bringing both of my parents to look at law schools with me! I'm also bringing my daughter

This isn't a trip to the mall, and you aren't 12 years old. Stop worrying about what people think; anyone who would judge you is an insecure dork who doesn't really matter in the big scheme of things.

ASW isn't for your mommy to be proud. Take them on a visit during the semester if you want.

Oh please. Why the heck not?

[bk1]

Oh please. Why the heck not?

Because you're supposed to be a grown adult.

[09042014]

Bring your parents. They sacrificed a lot to get you where you are today and love you more than you could ever imagine. The only thing that could make them happier than you getting into law school is that you still care about them enough to invite them.

Grow up indeed. I am 30 years old and am bringing both of my parents to look at law schools with me! I'm also bringing my daughter

This isn't a trip to the mall, and you aren't 12 years old. Stop worrying about what people think; anyone who would judge you is an insecure dork who doesn't really matter in the big scheme of things.

ASW isn't for your mommy to be proud. Take them on a visit during the semester if you want.

Oh please. Why the heck not?

Because that isn't the purpose. It's for getting a feel about the school, meeting students and potential students. The events aren't made for your mom to go to.

At Northwestern ASW, a school with uniformly more mature than average students because of the work experience requirements, not one person brought their parents.

If you don't care what people think, fine, but don't pretend people won't make conclusions.

[emhellmer]

Oh please. Why the heck not?

Because you're supposed to be a grown adult.

I guess that's kind of what I'm getting at. I'm 30 years old and a parent myself. I am a grown adult; so much so that I know the opinion of a 22-year old 0L who I may or may not ever see again isn't worth a second thought. I understand that younger students may still feel a little insecure about having their parents around and think that it is childish, but it isn't. Enjoy your parents, let them feel like they are a part of your life. Be grateful that you have parents, and that they care enough about you to want to look at prospective schools with you. If you can't get through a conversation with the dean or professors without your mother hovering over your shoulder (when yes, it would be inappropriate), then you aren't mature enough for undergrad, much less law school. But there isn't a reason in the world why I wouldn't bring my parents with me, and I don't think anyone else need worry about it either (of course, let them look at the facilities if you are going to be meeting with the dean, etc.)

[09042014]

Oh please. Why the heck not?

Because you're supposed to be a grown adult.

I guess that's kind of what I'm getting at. I'm 30 years old and a parent myself. I am a grown adult; so much so that I know the opinion of a 22-year old 0L who I may or may not ever see again isn't worth a second thought. I understand that younger students may still feel a little insecure about having their parents around and think that it is childish, but it isn't. Enjoy your parents, let them feel like they are a part of your life. Be grateful that you have parents, and that they care enough about you to want to look at prospective schools with you. If you can't get through a conversation with the dean or professors without your mother hovering over your shoulder (when yes, it would be inappropriate), then you aren't mature enough for undergrad, much less law school. But there isn't a reason in the world why I wouldn't bring my parents with me, and I don't think anyone else need worry about it either (of course, let them look at the facilities if you are going to be meeting with the dean, etc.)

It's not about us being embarrassed to be seen with our parents, it's about why do you feel the need to bring your parents to an event they weren't invited to, nor have any reason to be at.

[daesonesb]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dy37wGK-6mY

[bk1]

I guess that's kind of what I'm getting at. I'm 30 years old and a parent myself. I am a grown adult; so much so that I know the opinion of a 22-year old 0L who I may or may not ever see again isn't worth a second thought. I understand that younger students may still feel a little insecure about having their parents around and think that it is childish, but it isn't. Enjoy your parents, let them feel like they are a part of your life. Be grateful that you have parents, and that they care enough about you to want to look at prospective schools with you. If you can't get through a conversation with the dean or professors without your mother hovering over your shoulder (when yes, it would be inappropriate), then you aren't mature enough for undergrad, much less law school. But there isn't a reason in the world why I wouldn't bring my parents with me, and I don't think anyone else need worry about it either (of course, let them look at the facilities if you are going to be meeting with the dean, etc.)

I just don't see the point. It isn't about insecurity, I doubt I would be mortified if my parents attended ASW. Why do they want to go? Why does one want to bring them?

If they truly just want to see where you'll be for 3 years then wait until you're actually in school. It is a far better time than ASW for them to look around. If it's because they want to have input on where you go to school then that is a tad ridiculous.

[d34d9823]

a tad ridiculous.

Is this like an adjective oxymoron?

[lisjjen]

I continue failing to see the importance of this conversation. There are those who do and those who don't. If just doing wtf you want is a hard decision...



then we might need to talk about attending law school.

[d34d9823]

I continue failing to see the importance of this conversation. There are those who do and those who don't. If just doing wtf you want is a hard decision...

then we might need to talk about attending law school.

People asked if it would be weird. We said yes. If they were going to do whatever they wanted regardless, they wouldn't have asked.

[bk1]

If they were going to do whatever they wanted regardless, they wouldn't have asked.

This is not actually true.

[FMaze]

Weird statistic―for the most part, people with ++1,000 posts are opposed to parents coming along to ASW. Wonder why the negativity from these high volume posters?