American 2010

[windycindy]

Hey Y'all, I wanted to start a thread for all those going to or considering American.  Maybe we can consolidate info and get to know each other, share leads on housing and what not.

So here's my story and why I'm leaning toward American. I really want to pursue international legal studies and American is definitely one of the places to be for that. Also, they've got some semester abroad opporuntities in Latin America I'm interested in. Cost, however, could be prohibitive. I'm in at Indiana-Bloomington with a scholarship and am torn between the two. If I did American, I would definitely want to split an apartment with other 1Ls to cut costs. Plus it would create a built-in study group.

I'm going to visit American in a few weeks and will get as much info as I can about rent and transportation. Plus I'll take tons of pics.

So who else?   

   

[Sell Out]

I got wait-listed.  I'd also REALLY like to go there. If you see an adcomm member please let them know that I am a worthwhile human being.  That being said, enjoy the visit to DC!

[jdhu]

Hello...

I am accepted into American and also like the focus on international law.  I have 25 aps yet to hear back on so, its far too early to say.  I do like American however...

And, badlikeamug, I grew up in Lubbock, although I now live in California.  Hoping you get in off the waitlist.  Is Tubbs elementary still around?

[Commie Panda]

Hey to all...

I'm in at American. I've still go to hear from 11 of my schools and am in at Emory. In all likelihood I'm going to go to Emory if it comes down to WCL vs Emory. I'm not ruling American out though, and am going to some reception this Thursday and also want to visit before making a final decision...but I'll keep you all posted. I was just reading through some of their materials and I do like the international/public interest emphasis.

[Tuttipoopoo]

How can a law degree with an international studies touch apply in the real world?  I don't mean that question in a rhetorical or sarcastic way.  Just wondering how that kind of law degree can be useful?  Would people wanting to go into immigration law find use in that?  Thanks...

P.S. - I REALLY want to get into American.  As of right now I'm going to Tulane, but still waiting to hear from about 15 schools.

[jdhu]

How can a law degree with an international studies touch apply in the real world?  I don't mean that question in a rhetorical or sarcastic way.  Just wondering how that kind of law degree can be useful?  Would people wanting to go into immigration law find use in that?  Thanks...

P.S. - I REALLY want to get into American.  As of right now I'm going to Tulane, but still waiting to hear from about 15 schools.

International studies can cover a huge subject area.  I am interested in international economic law, specifically trade and intellectual property/copyright issues.  I think if you select the appropriate electives, you can tailor your education to something that would be applicable in the real world.

[windycindy]

How can a law degree with an international studies touch apply in the real world?  I don't mean that question in a rhetorical or sarcastic way.  Just wondering how that kind of law degree can be useful?  Would people wanting to go into immigration law find use in that?  Thanks...

P.S. - I REALLY want to get into American.  As of right now I'm going to Tulane, but still waiting to hear from about 15 schools.

Here's something on international law careers from Chicago-Kent:
http://www.kentlaw.edu/depts/cso/intl-careers.pdf

[SilentSwirl]

Tag.

American is at the top of my list barring a major bout of luck.

I, too, love American's strength in the "international" field. I'm an International Studies major right now and find everything that falls under that umbrella just thrilling.  Like I was telling you (WindyCindy) the other day, I'm not too interested in writing policy. I'm more interested in the business side of it, and how that all inter-relates with internaional political economic policies haha. So, I dont necessarily want to write it, but I definitely want to be trained in how to work within it. If that makes any sense!

To the poster who asked how an international studies 'touch' apply to the real world ... I can't help but wonder what part of the real world it does NOT apply to? I understand that bankruptcy and tax and things like that you can pretty much hole up and never see past our own borders, but the world is globalizing! More and more businesses have international reach, and I think it's important to be well versed in how to practice the law in other countries as well as through international organizations. Obviously its neither for everyone, nor necessary for everyone, though.  But I love it and think it's -incredibly- pertinent!

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As for whether or not I'll be at American, it's highly likely but not definite. I wanted to tag the thread though!

[SilentSwirl]

How can a law degree with an international studies touch apply in the real world?  I don't mean that question in a rhetorical or sarcastic way.  Just wondering how that kind of law degree can be useful?  Would people wanting to go into immigration law find use in that?  Thanks...

P.S. - I REALLY want to get into American.  As of right now I'm going to Tulane, but still waiting to hear from about 15 schools.

Here's something on international law careers from Chicago-Kent:
http://www.kentlaw.edu/depts/cso/intl-careers.pdf

That's a great link!

See "Private Law Firms" and "Corporate Law Departments" and you'll see what I want to do!

[Sell Out]

So far as I know Tubbs is still there.  I grew up in Houston (throws super-secret Sugar Land suburb gang sign) so Lubbock was a shock.  That being said, I still love/hate American.  Why would they WL and torture me like this?  I could have been somebody... I could have been a contender...

What if I just called their Admissions office and started sobbing uncontrollable tears of confusion and rejection?  Does anyone think it would would work?