How to Make the Most of Orientation but Not Worry Too Much About It, Regardless.
It's Law School Orientation season and I'm trying to come to grips with the fact that I won't be returning to my beloved campus this fall. Law school bloggers didn't really exist when I was applying and entering law schools; we were left with more ~nefarious~ sources that arguably provided good information but chased out alternative veiwpoints. Orientations vary substantially in programming (and dress code). My orientation was nearly a week of both mandatory and optional events of differing levels of usefulness, including mock classes, a service day, information about student organizations, millions of panels about how to succeed in law school, and a lot of free pizza. I was also trying to get situated in my new apartment after moving across the country, which didn't make it any easier. However, there are some things, imho, that are critical to making the most of your orientation program. 1. Engage with your classmates. You're going to spend the next...