Stories That Inspire 1L Student Aspires to Build a Legacy of Advocacy for the Underrepresented Through Development and Empowerment 1L student Justyn McKee plans to leave a legacy of empowerment and support for underrepresented communities. Access and Opportunity: First Generation Law Student Breaks Barriers, Builds Opportunities, and Empowers Black Law Students and Future Entrepreneurs Read more how 3L student Troy Edwards plans to create more access and opportunity for future Black legal professionals and entrepreneurs. Student Curates Law School Experience In support of Increasing Black Representation in the Legal Field Read how 3L student Julian Little has used his influence to mentor and guide younger Black law students. 3L Student Utilizes Strength of “Community” to Break Down Barriers in Law School Read more on how Austin Perry leaned on the strength of “community” to break barriers and succeed in law school. Shifting the Perception: Law Student’s Quest to Pave a Path for Future Black Attorneys Former college football player Joshua Forrest is shifting his sights from the field to the courtroom. UIC Law Prepares First Generation Graduate to Fulfill Dream of Being Entered into the Judiciary First generation law graduate Leah Hall discusses how UIC Law prepared her to fulfill her legal dreams. Part-Time Evening Student Named Fall 2024 Valedictorian How these UIC Law resources aided Anastasiya Samafálava’s academic success and career advancement in Immigration Law. Connection Made Through Alumni Mentorship Program Leads to Legal Externship with #1 Ranked Hospital Sadie Embser's experience as an Extern for the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago. Health Law Society (HLS) at UIC Law Donates Funds in Support of Important Medical Screenings for Women Equal Hope receives support to provide free mammograms and cervical cancer screenings for those who are uninsured. UIC Students Use Restorative Justice Practices to Lead Community Circle at Fair Housing Summit Students address the challenges to creating a restorative community at the offices of Illinois Representative Justin Slaughter in the Roseland community in Chicago. 1 2 3 4 5 Next
