Daniel
J. Dye
B.S., Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, FL
Class of 2003
"There are as many reasons for choosing a particular law school as there are
students attending. More important, I think, are the reasons students stay at
their chosen school and encourage others to come. My experience at KU Law has
been nothing short of incredible! I am in an environment that enhances itself
the more I put into it. The faculty’s and staff’s support of and
dedication to the student body is boundless. There are opportunities to get
as involved as you please and to shape not only your experience here, but that
of the entire student body. KU Law truly prepares its students for life not
only as attorneys, but as citizens and leaders."
Bryan
Didier
B.S., United States Naval Academy
Annapolis, MD
Class of 2004
"I’ve really enjoyed my first year at the University of Kansas School
of Law. I've been extremely impressed with the quality and professionalism of
the professors and the intelligence, diversity and camaraderie of the students.
Several important factors made KU my top choice for law school. First, being
a non-traditional student with a working spouse and two children, it was vitally
important to attend a school with a strong sense of community near a metropolitan
area. I make the short daily commute from Overland Park and I’ve found
my “road time” gives me a little time to organize my thoughts prior
to class in the mornings and decompress in the afternoon. Second, I strongly
feel that KU Law offers one of the best values in legal education available
in the country. Finally, after making a personal visit, I was firmly convinced
that KU has the best facilities, staff and people in the region and was the
'right fit' for me. Come to Lawrence, and I’m sure you’ll feel the
same!"
Michele
Stackhouse
B.A., Dickinson College
Carlisle, PA
Class of 2001
"My first year at KU School of Law was not only educational, but also very exciting.
When I walked into my first class at KU, I became a "lawyer." I immediately
felt a sense of pride and achievement, and most importantly,acceptance from
the very first day. I was attracted to KU because of its small section program.
The program divides the first-year class into sections of 18-20 students who
share a class schedule for the entire year, as well as one class together exclusively.
I especially enjoyed my small-section Torts class with Professor Steven McAllister
and 18 of the most diverse, witty and intelligent people I had ever met. We
bonded together as the "Tortanic" in the Small-Section Beach Volleyball Tournament
and the Barber Emerson Blue-Book Relays. Not only did I learn Tort law, but
I had a great time doing it! In fact, I had a great time in all my classes!"
Jill
Bachman
B.A., Midamerica Nazarene University
Olathe, KS
Class of 2001
"My decision to attend the University of Kansas School of Law was greatly influenced
by the Elderlaw Clinic the school offered. I knew I wanted to be a part of a
program that taught students to give back to their community while learning
the necessary tools of legal education. The law school is home to nine clinics
where students have the opportunity to participate in true hands-on legal work.
I believe that this clinical approach to legal education is only one of the
many factors that sets KU apart from the crowd and ready to enter the 21st Century.
The legal education that KU offers is also enhanced by the outstanding quality
of professors here. Not only are they skilled attorneys, but more importantly
they are teachers, colleagues and mentors. My experience at KU has been challenging,
enjoyable and memorable."
Jane
Williams
B.S., Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
Class of 2001
"The major factors that drew me to the University of Kansas School of Law were
the location, a diverse student population, and a standard of academic excellence.
As a mother of three school-age children, I needed to minimize my travel time.
Living in western Johnson County, I can easily get to Lawrence and onto campus
without worrying about Kansas City traffic. K.U. and the community of Lawrence
are both well known for accepting, and even seeking out, diverse populations.
Because I am a woman and a student of non- traditional age, I wanted to attend
a school where I would feel part of the student population. Finally, the law
school's reputation for academic excellence made it 'the one' school by whom
I most hoped to be accepted. Although I applied to other schools in the same
general geographic area, I felt the academic standards at K.U. would best prepare
me for my legal career."
Devon
Reese
B.A., University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Class of 2000
"Everyone chooses a law school for different reasons; some reasons
are better than others are! I chose to attend KU for a number of reasons.
First, KU's summer program offered a unique opportunity to gradually ease
myself into law school by taking a few courses the summer before my actual
first year. Then, during the fall and spring I was able to take electives
which allowed me to more quickly determine what areas of the law I was interested
in. Second, the tuition was one of the lowest of the schools I was considering.
More importantly was the cost of the tuition in relation to the high level
of academic and professional respect KU has both regionally and nationally.
I investigated the reputation of all of the schools I was considering by
speaking to practicing attorneys. The attorneys I spoke with consistently
encouraged me to consider KU. I truly believe that the faculty and staff
at the law school have thoroughly prepared me to begin my legal career as
a law clerk for the Nevada Supreme Court after graduation. Finally, after
visiting the law school and Lawrence with my wife, I knew KU was the best
choice for me. Lawrence is a great town to spend three years in. It is close
to two major legal communities (Kansas City and Topeka) which helps when
you are looking for a job, it has the "small town feel" with all of the
amenities of a major city, and you can't beat Kansas basketball!"
Bhavi
Shah
B.A., University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
Class of 2000
"My experience at the University of Kansas School of Law has been rewarding
academically, socially, and financially. The University of Kansas law degree
is well recognized amongst the legal community across the nation. This recognition
allows many KU law graduates, as well as myself, to seek a variety of job opportunities
across the nation. The law school atmosphere is very collegial. In my experience,
professors at the law school are enthusiastic to talk to the students. The professors
have been an excellent resource to discuss the law and to locate job opportunities.
During the first year, law students are placed in a small section, which is
a class of approximately twenty students. This arrangement fosters an environment
that allows students to conveniently share resources and experiences. The affordable
cost of attending KU is attractive to both in-state and out-of-state applicants.
In my experience, attending KU has been a wise decision because I have received
a top-notch education at a low cost."
