I wanted to start off by saying, in addition to the Cayman Islands and London programs you have asked me about, I have also participated in the Cuba Spring Break Program and the Granada, Spain summer program.
Q) Can you tell me a little about your background and your path to law school?
A) During my senior year of high school I enlisted in the Army as a Military Intelligence Analyst. I served in the Army for over 5 years, most of which was spent overseas. When my time in service was coming to an end, I knew I would struggle to find a job comparable to what I did in the military. So instead of looking for similar jobs, I looked for a career path where I could use the skills I developed as an intelligence analyst, namely, research and writing. Those skills flowed naturally into the practice of law, setting me on …show more content…
Is there anything that particularly surprised you or impressed you about the experience?
A) The main thing that I have gained through the study abroad programs I have done is an insight into international legal issues. Most law school classes are focused on domestic issues and law, but the Cayman program allowed me to learn about money laundering and international financial reporting, subjects that have major political and legal ramifications. Another valuable aspect of programs like the Caymans study abroad program, is that it brings together students from around the country, from varying cultures and with unique perspectives on legal and social issues. These are people that I would have never had the opportunity to meet, but since I participated in the program with them, I was able to develop lifelong friendships and learn from people with perspectives different than mine.
Q) Would you recommend intersession programs to other students?
A) Absolutely. You gain credit towards your JD, get to live in an exotic location, experience a new culture, all while developing lifelong friendships and career
Q) Can you tell me a little about your background and your path to law school?
A) During my senior year of high school I enlisted in the Army as a Military Intelligence Analyst. I served in the Army for over 5 years, most of which was spent overseas. When my time in service was coming to an end, I knew I would struggle to find a job comparable to what I did in the military. So instead of looking for similar jobs, I looked for a career path where I could use the skills I developed as an intelligence analyst, namely, research and writing. Those skills flowed naturally into the practice of law, setting me on …show more content…
Is there anything that particularly surprised you or impressed you about the experience?
A) The main thing that I have gained through the study abroad programs I have done is an insight into international legal issues. Most law school classes are focused on domestic issues and law, but the Cayman program allowed me to learn about money laundering and international financial reporting, subjects that have major political and legal ramifications. Another valuable aspect of programs like the Caymans study abroad program, is that it brings together students from around the country, from varying cultures and with unique perspectives on legal and social issues. These are people that I would have never had the opportunity to meet, but since I participated in the program with them, I was able to develop lifelong friendships and learn from people with perspectives different than mine.
Q) Would you recommend intersession programs to other students?
A) Absolutely. You gain credit towards your JD, get to live in an exotic location, experience a new culture, all while developing lifelong friendships and career