Thanksgiving comes at a difficult time of year for law students. While we want to enjoy the holiday, the hours of travel and time away from our computers can make it stressful as finals inch ever closer. But this year, I wanted to make sure we as a community took at least a little time to focus on what the holiday is all about. There’s plenty to be thankful for here at Boston College Law School, so take a moment to remember what you love about this school. Here’s what some students had to say when they were asked what they’re thankful for at BC Law.
Conner Packebush, 1L: The community, which is incredibly kind. It’s also so easy to talk and connect with professors.
Maria Russo, 2L: Friends who make the stressful finals season more bearable.
Adel Clemonds, 3L: Affinity groups and free food.
Meghan Doyle, 1L: The welcoming community.
Jared Coltey, 2L: First Generation Professionals — this group has given me a sense of community and belonging during stressful times in law school.
Katie Cross, 3L: The amazing friends Boston College has given me that make coming to school everyday something to look forward to.
Christian Bilgrien, 1L: The professors showing care for our mental health.
Laura Stateler, 2L: Community, community, community.
Paul Sevigny, 3L: Community, support, and being treated like a human first and foremost.
Katarina Bettencourt, 1L: The kindness and support of students and faculty.
Nicole Kerrigan, 2L: My section’s softball team.
Aaron Morris, 3L: The understanding and appreciation of life outside of law school from professors, faculty, and other students that allow law school — and the stresses it brings — to not overtake my entire life.
Andres Leiva, 1L: The opportunity to meet lawyers from big law firm practices and make professional connections.
Cordelia Houck, 2L: The sense of community both inside and outside the classroom, which makes the stress of law school more manageable. When things get stressful, the people around me keep me grounded and remind me that there’s more to life than law school.
Gabriel (Gabe) McCarthy, 3L: The friends I have met from all walks of life, and the chance to learn from such amazing professors.
Tess Halpern is a third-year student and president of the Impact blog. Contact her at halperte@bc.edu.