Hello, strangers

Ah yes, it’s been a long time since last I posted. The truth is, the last few months have been rather busy. I’m sure all of you who have dealt with or are currently dealing with finals and due term papers and such-like know what I mean.

 I originally started this blog with the intent to commiserate with those of you who–like me–were facing the torturous law schoo admissions process. Now that I have found out that I have been accepted into my school of choice, one might wonder, “Where the heck do we go from here?”

Well, in case you’re wondering, I’m officially a college graduate and taking just a little time off to chill, read, and focus on my artwork. Law school starts in August and I look forward to it with a mix of excitement, fear, and impatience. I’m taking a sort of mini-break from this blog until law school starts. Of course, I’ll be posting cool law-related tidbits from time to time or just giving periodic updates between now and then.

But just wait until August–once law school starts, I’ll really be cooking with grease!

Here I go again…

I know it’s been awhile. Things have been pretty nuts lately–I’m sure you’re all going through finals too.

I promise I’ll be around more in the very near future. There’s much to talk about–including my little doubt-lettes about going to law school!

I got in — Part Deux

Hello, everybody. As you know, the last time we talked I was happy about getting into my first-choice law school, but not as ecstatically ecstatic as I thought I would be. This is because I was accepted into the part-time (rather than full-time) division.

Seems like I’m quibbling, right? I mean, who cares, I got accepted into my first-choice school. Where’s the freaking champagne?

I guess I wouldn’t have been so disappointed if it wasn’t for the fact that kinda sorta almost just a little bit… requested the part-time evening division. It’s pretty much my own fault. You see, I had a few really bad semesters a few years ago, and they have been dragging my GPA down ever since. Also, I got a lower score on the LSAT than I originally anticipated (which you probably know all about if you’ve been reading my rantings.)

This was my strategy: I noticed that the part-time evening division typically had slightly lower GPAs and LSATs than the full-time division. I wasn’t sure whether or not I could get into the full-time division (though I preferred this option) but I found out that, after the first year, any part-time student can transfer into the full-time division. So I figured that if I could get into the full-time division, then great. But if my scores were only good enough for the part-time division, I could always transfer into the full-time division later.

Not a bad strategy, considering my GPA is well below their average and my LSAT score is kind of in the middle. So I’m really, really grateful that I got in.  I’m finally starting to get really excited!

I got in!

Yes, Internet… I GOT IN!

My first-choice law school said yes, yes, yes.

Why is this post not all in caps, then? Well, I got accepted into the part-time evening division, though I really wanted the day division since it’s full time. However, after my first year I can transfer to the full-time division without any problems whatsoever.

But (not to be a total buzzkill) I have noticed that the part-time evening division is generally the division with the lower LSAT scores and GPAs. So, being me, I’m a little disappointed. I must be nuts to feel anything but elated, but I gotta be honest…

I’ll write more on this later. I’ve got a ton of calls to make.

Minority Law Day–to attend or not to attend?

I guess I should start by mentioning that I’m not white. Certainly the title of this post implies this, however I understand based on my avatar/page banner that some of you might have either assumed otherwise or (most likely) didn’t even think about it.

So I’ve taken my tour of First Choice School of Law, sent my app, and all that nice stuff. Yesterday I got an invitation to attend Minority Law Day, where I’ll get to hang out at my school of choice, rub elbows with other wannabe students, and learn things about minorities in law today. Sounds ok, right?

I guess I’m just a little reluctant to start my career off thinking of myself as a “minority lawyer” rather than just an “awesomely great lawyer.” Of course the categories are hardly exclusive. Also, First Choice School of Law has such a startlingly tiny minority presence that perhaps it wouldn’t hurt to see with my own eyes that there are some people of color there.

It’s hard to say, really. I’ll def give you guys an update once I figure out what’s going on.

“Legally Blonde” for the weekend

Yes, I like the movie “Legally Blonde.” I’m also a fan of the musical, too.

Yes, it’s fluffy. And no, it’s NOT exactly an accurate representation of the law school admissions process or (I’m guessing) law school in general. And something about hearing about how Elle got a 179 on the LSATs sort of makes me want to do a faceplant on my keyboard. And yet, I still keep coming back…

Here’s a little clip that might give you a chuckle as you wait, wait, and wait for those admissions letters to come in.

My Friend, Sallie Mae

I think we’re all on intimate terms with Sallie Mae, the student loan monopoly giant who so graciously handles all the sordid financial details of our educational experience.

This morning I got an email from them Re: my lack of school enrollment after 12/31/07. You know, I’ve been looking forward to finishing up my undergrad degree for a while now, but there was something so cool about getting a shout-out from Sallie Mae because of it–yes, they were asking for money, but STILL.

By the way, in case any of you happen to be December graduates like me, I called their help line and a friendly automated woman told me that, once I enroll in law school (or any school) then the school will let Sallie Mae know that I can’t pay off my loans just yet. Instead, I’ll be busy racking up about another hundred grand!

The Frugal Applicant

Hey everyone. Apologies for my absence. There just hasn’t been any law school-y news in the past few days. Like the rest of you, I am still in my old pattern of waiting, waiting, waiting.

I’m receiving some very friendly emails and snail mails from law schools who are generously offering me fee waivers. I’ve taken a few of them up on their offers. There are still a few schools to which I have yet to apply. Those are the ones that I have to pay for… You see, I’m a little reluctant to do so at the moment.

As of two months ago, I applied to my school of choice as a binding early-decision candidate. Thus, I am not too keen on spending perhaps $200-$300 more on schools that (with luck) I will eventually have to withdraw my application from anyway.

Your thoughts? There’s a part of me that says, “Hey, just let it ride until the end of December when First-Choice School of Law HAS to let you know.” And there’s another part that says, “Why take a chance on your future over a few hundred books? Charge it!”

Your thoughts?

The Adventures of LawGirl: Quantum Physics Edition

In this time of anticipation and anxiety, it’s a good idea to learn a little something about patience and staying centered.

Not to get all Oprah-licious on you, but I’ve been reading this interesting book by Deepak Chopra and thought I’d share my thoughts. First off, it was the title that attracted me. The Spontaneous Fulfillment of Desire–I thought to myself, “Hey, I effing love getting what I want! Right on.”

I know nothing about quantum physics. I’m honestly not sure I really “Get” what Chopra is saying right now, but as I read it I feel as if I’m connecting to the meanings at least on some level.

For now, I leave you with a quote I just read that I feel inspired to share:

“Intention provides opportunities that you have to be alert to. Good luck is opportunity and preparedness coming together. Intention will provide you opportunities, but you still need to act when the opportunity is provided.”

SlackerGirl

I guess I’ve kind of been MIA for the past few days, which brings me to my next post…

As you may know, this is my last semester of school and so far it’s been the longest one of my life! Most of you are going through something similar. There are a million things to do and turn in right now. Every night I’ve been putting in some mad study time, though it’s not necessarily because of a sudden deluge of homework.

Don’t get me wrong–I started the school year with really good intentions. I had lofty aspirations. I said to myself, “LawGirl, you’re going to finish this semester with high marks not because you have to, but because you are a hard-working person who takes pride in their work.”

Ahem… Now that it’s nearly November with a little over a month remaining in my undergraduate career, I’m turning into the kind of student that I never wanted to be. I’m still getting good grades and working my tail off, but I procrastinate like crazy, stay up late to read non-school books or watch Dr. Who, and generally don’t act like my usual studious self.

Senioritis is a very risky thing at this stage in my non-career. My GPA is slightly under the median at First-Choice School of Law and my LSAT is right at their median. If I am rejected this time, I may need to re-apply with this semester’s grades. On the other hand, it would be nice if they would frickin’ get back to me… Anyway.

On the other hand, my sister thinks I’m a lot more fun!