Law proves detrimental to Panamanian cultures
Almost all first-year law students cover the basic principles of land possession and land titling as a part of their introductory property courses. As second-year law students, we were excited to expand on these basic principles during our trip to research land disputes in Bocas del Toro, Panama. But nothing in our textbooks prepared us...
Future lawyers take the stage in annual lampoon
It’s not far-fetched that lawyers, known for their theatrics in court, would take naturally to the stage. But between property torts and the bar exam, law students never seem to have much time for jokes. That wasn’t the case Thursday evening at UM’s Storer Auditorium. The law school’s students, faculty, and staff gathered to laugh at...
Don’t let grades define self-worth
If students had to choose between sleep and studying for a test that could make or break their A in a class, most would choose studying. Even though we all know that sleeping is necessary in order to properly function and survive. College students put so much importance on a letter grade because it is...
Staff Editorial 4/23: Don’t judge food by its labels
In recent years there has been a trend toward healthier eating habits, especially among the college crowd. Restaurants are promoting healthier options on their menu and this can also be noticed on UM’s campus. Being conscientious of your food intake is important, but you should not be so quick to believe something is healthy just...
Law school realities revealed
As a first year law student, I have come to the conclusion that law school is not what it’s “supposed” to be. Here are a few tidbits that may help you in your quest to learn what law school is really like. The LSAT: before and after. The LSAT is a necessary evil in applying...
News briefs 9/26
Homecoming 2011 Groups of friends and members of organizations are encouraged to compete in the Homecoming events from Oct. 28 to Nov. 4. Team meetings are held on Mondays at 8 p.m. in the i-Lounge. Students can participate in the parade, perform an organized cheer, volunteer at the Hurricanes Help the Hometown service day or...
Law internships may be unnecessary for admissions
A recent report by Kaplan Test Prep questions the value of law internships in getting into law school.
Law students attend Multicultural Admissions Fair, discuss future plans
Dinner plans with a significant other was not the only thing prospective law students were planning for Valentines Day. Some went to the Multicultural Admissions Fair that was held on Feb. 14 at the University of Miami as a part of National Minority Law School Recruitment Month.
Law School helps Grove-area churchgoers
In a declining economy, a program known as the Historic Black Church Project is helping people gain tools for success in the impoverished area of West Coconut Grove. The University of Miami Law School’s Center for Ethics & Public Service program CEDAD (Community Economic Development and Design Clinic) is aligning themselves with churches in the...
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