Dear 2L,

Don’t overextend yourself with too many extracurriculars.

Some 2Ls sign up for every committee.
They do a journal and moot court.
They attend every social event.
They even work part-time.
They have no free time.

Don’t be like that.

You’ll start to give up “me” time.
You’ll stay up too late at night.
You’ll start eating crap.
You’ll eat too much.
Or not enough.

And, over time, you’ll stress, you’ll tire, and you won’t fare well.

In fact, amassing a ton of extracurriculars may even hurt you.

⬇️

I see loads of law-student resumes. Many recite long lists of groups and organizations in which they’ve been a “Member.” 👉 I am not impressed.

🔻 That type of laundry list tells me no more than that you signed up for something and attended a few meetings.

Instead, pick 1-2 (or 3, max) and invest yourself fully.
—Become an elected leader.
—Start a new group initiative.
—Accomplish something tangible you can discuss in a job interview.

🗳️ 3Ls and JDs: Which extracurriculars did you pursue? Which did you find most valuable? How would you advise 2Ls?

Fondly,
💌 Amanda

#Dear1L