Ok to bring parents on law school visit? Forum

[artichoke]

Of course you can bring your parents. Though I must say, it does seem a bit more appropriate to bring only one, rather than both...

[Kilpatrick]

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?

I think it's just a coincidence. I have less than 1,000 posts and let me assure you - it's a terrible idea.

[bk1]

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?

You caught us! All us 1000+ posters are D&D nerd virgins living in our parents' basement while we waste our day away playing WoW and posting here. We have too much shame and despair to be seen in the daylight ourselves let alone to be seen in the daylight with our parents. We would die of mortification.

[NayBoer]

Look at the itinerary of your school's ASW or ASD. At Northwestern, there were no events for parents. The weekend was just not geared toward anyone but the students themselves and their partners. I don't think it's a big deal to take your parents with you on a tour necessarily, but I wouldn't.

[lisjjen]

And if I might add one thought, even though you shouldn't care if people judge you, they will. I know I would.

[Shooter]

I know I would.

I am imagining that your avatar, not you, made this statement - making it completely hilarious and awesome.

[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?

You caught us! All us 1000+ posters are D&D nerd virgins living in our parents' basement while we waste our day away playing WoW and posting here. We have too much shame and despair to be seen in the daylight ourselves let alone to be seen in the daylight with our parents. We would die of mortification.

Well, I guess that answers that. Thanks.

[JazzOne]

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?

It's pretty sad when even the social retards think it's a pussy move.

[artichoke]

What is with everyone? Is it really that big of a deal if someone's mom or dad goes with them to visit a school? I would be excited if my mom or dad wanted to come visit a school with me. You seem like high school kids who want their parents to drop them off a block away so they won't be embarrassed by being seen with them. How is a parent different from a friend or partner? Jeeesus

[sundance95]

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?

Because those posters who are for bringing parents are only allowed to use the internet for 45 minutes a day.

I find the fact that this is even debated to be laughable. Grow the eff up, helicopter parents are already absurdly overinvolved in their children's college careers, and they aren't needed in professional schools.

[sundance95]

What is with everyone? Is it really that big of a deal if someone's mom or dad goes with them to visit a school? I would be excited if my mom or dad wanted to come visit a school with me. You seem like high school kids who want their parents to drop them off a block away so they won't be embarrassed by being seen with them. How is a parent different from a friend or partner? Jeeesus

Visiting is one thing. Attending an ASW (Admitted Student Weekend) is another.

[Dany]

Visiting is one thing. Attending an ASW (Admitted Student Weekend) is another.

This is - obviously - the credited response. How these threads go on for page after page is beyond me.

[artichoke]

Visiting is one thing. Attending an ASW (Admitted Student Weekend) is another.

This is - obviously - the credited response. How these threads go on for page after page is beyond me.

This.

Now we can stop debating.

[bk1]

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?

You caught us! All us 1000+ posters are D&D nerd virgins living in our parents' basement while we waste our day away playing WoW and posting here. We have too much shame and despair to be seen in the daylight ourselves let alone to be seen in the daylight with our parents. We would die of mortification.

Well, I guess that answers that. Thanks.

Happy to be of service.

[cinephile]

What is with everyone? Is it really that big of a deal if someone's mom or dad goes with them to visit a school? I would be excited if my mom or dad wanted to come visit a school with me. You seem like high school kids who want their parents to drop them off a block away so they won't be embarrassed by being seen with them. How is a parent different from a friend or partner? Jeeesus

It's not about being embarassed to be seen with my mom, it's just that it would be really weird to involve her in this at this point in my life. I'm sure this has been said before, but not all of us are 22. For those of us who are older and independent, it just seems strange.

[eandy]

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

Really?

I was 20 when I started. I didn't bring my parents to ASD, and I sort of wish that I had. Everyone else had their parents.

[eaglemuncher]

I was older when I started UG and I went to orientation by myself, I felt stupid because I was prob the only one there without a parent there, but thats a different story. It's really about whether or not you give a shit what people think.

[AreJay711]

Eh. I'm thinking about bringing my parents but not necessarily with me to events. I'll probably need their trucks when I move up there to save some $ on a moving truck so it would probably be best to humor them. Also, my mom is a beast at assessing homes which I might use looking for an apartment. It might seem juvenile but usually they have good advice / perspectives and I might as well use it.

[Lwoods]

What is with everyone? Is it really that big of a deal if someone's mom or dad goes with them to visit a school? I would be excited if my mom or dad wanted to come visit a school with me. You seem like high school kids who want their parents to drop them off a block away so they won't be embarrassed by being seen with them. How is a parent different from a friend or partner? Jeeesus

It's not about being embarassed to be seen with my mom, it's just that it would be really weird to involve her in this at this point in my life. I'm sure this has been said before, but not all of us are 22. For those of us who are older and independent, it just seems strange.

When I visited the local T1, the admissions office overlapped my visit with another potential student for the tour portion. He's a college senior and was there with both parents. They were lovely people, but I think their being there made me feel old (compared to their son) and him feel awkward. Their questions on the tour also seemed incredibly irrelevant (like "are law students allowed to use the gym?").

That said, the admissions officer seemed happy to show them around and address their concerns. I can't imagine they hurt his chances at admission, so if you want to bring them on a visit, go for it.

ASD/ASW, though, based on the agendas I've seen, don't really seem geared toward parents. If your s/o will be moving with you, though, that would seem appropriate. Part of the "sale" during ASD/ASW is the city, so your s/o should know what s/he's getting into by moving there.

[bloobook]

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[dcgirl1013]

On the information for emory's asd it says that "family and friends are encouraged to attend".

[BlakcMajikc]

http://www.top-law-schools.com/forums/v ... 8&t=145729

the debate never ends

[FuManChusco]

check your post dates. this shouldn't even be a conversation in the first place. the answer is obvious. do we have to bump it after 3 months?

[Kohinoor]

On the information for emory's asd it says that "family and friends are encouraged to attend".

Emory trolls people constantly.

[d34d9823]

On the information for emory's asd it says that "family and friends are encouraged to attend".

Emory trolls people constantly.

See: employment prospects.