Volume 14, Issue 7 | March 2023
The Newsletter of the Carnegie Mellon University Pre-Law Program
Most law students struggle with mental health, survey says
Results from the Law School Preparedness survey focused on well-being during the fall 2022 semester.and included more than 1,000 law students, showed that 75% of respondents reported increased anxiety due to law school-related issues and more than half reported experiencing depression.

Baylor Law dean to step down, school out of ABA compliance for diversity
Brad Toben, the current longest-serving law school dean, will step down in July and return to the Baylor University School of Law faculty. This change was announced about a month before the American Bar Association posted a public notice of noncompliance for the lack of faculty diversity at the school.

Five reasons why law students shouldn’t rely on ChatGPT to write for them
As a law student, you have a big challenge ahead of you when it comes to writing.Although it might seem like ChatGPT (or other chatbots) can do the work for you, this is often not true

Diversity vs LSAT and U.S. News & World Report Rankings
Leading educators are reconsidering both the LSAT and the U.S. News & World Report's annual rankings.

Pack your bags, we’re taking you to law school
After you have been accepted to one or more law schools, it will be time for you to choose where you will attend. We’re taking you on a road trip to explore the various regions of the U.S. and some of their law schools.

ABA council will resubmit proposals to eliminate admissions-test standards and consider more distance ed credits
The LSAT still could be made optional for law schools. The council of the American Bar Association’s Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar voted to resubmit a proposal to eliminate the test requirement for accredited law schools.

Stanford administration apologizes after law students boo and protest Federal judge during speech
Stanford University president Marc Tessier-Lavigne and Stanford Law dean Jenny Martinez issued an apology to Judge Kyle Duncan, after students walked out and protested during his visit on March 9.
Events

2023 Pitt Law Student of Color Visitation Day
Friday, April 14, 2023
Noon to 6 p.m.
Barco Law Building

Join the University of Pittsburgh School of Law for the Annual Person of Color Event! This event invites both recently admitted and prospective students who identify as persons of color to an afternoon showcasing the high-quality JD program available at Pitt Law!

You will have the opportunity to:
  • Tour the Barco Law Building and participate in a mock lecture
  • Hear from current students of color and meet with Pitt Law alumni
  • Engage in a Q&A with Pitt Law Admissions, Financial Aid, Dean of Students, and Professional Development Office
Opportunities

Launchpad Scholars Program: Applications Now Open!
The Yale Law School Launchpad Scholars Program, powered by Latham & Watkins, is for applicants who are planning to apply to law school in the fall of 2024, with the goal of enrolling in law school in the fall of 2025. The program is open to current college students as well as college graduates. Applicants must have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.3. There is no cost to apply to, or participate in, the program.

Job Opportunity for Carnegie Mellon Pre-Law Students
Schlichter Bogard & Denton has an exciting opportunity for a recent or upcoming college graduate with outstanding academic credentials and an interest in pursuing a legal career. We are seeking a full-time Legal Analyst who will support our nationally recognized trial attorneys, and who may also collaborate across our practice groups on business development efforts. This is an opportunity for an aspiring professional to gain meaningful exposure to important facets of legal practice with a values-driven, award-winning litigation firm that focuses on bringing high-impact litigation on behalf of individuals.
Advice
How to set yourself up for a successful LSAT
The ABA recently decided to retain the law school standardized testing requirement, so how can you set yourself up for success on what is often considered a challenging test?

3 tips to reduce stress during the homestretch of your law school journey
You may experience mixed emotions as you wrap up your final semester in law school. Follow these three tips to manage your expectations and time, set yourself up for success and reduce stress as you apply and prepare for the bar exam
About Us
Pre-Law Advising Office
Dr. Joseph E. Devine
University Pre-Law Advisor
For an appointment, call 412-268-2831 or email jd0x@andrew.cmu.edu)

Thomas M. Kerr, Jr. Student Pre-Law Society
Sheldon Yawson
Psychology
President, Thomas M. Kerr, Jr. Student Pre-Law Society