Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience.

Episode 1: This introduction episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President), Lilianel Mullenex (LALSA Vice President) and Tommy Begley (LALSA Treasurer). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as first generation, Latin-American, Widener Commonwealth Law students.

Watch the video version of this episode on WLC's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/wgFYEs9THz0.

Timestamps

0:00 Episode Teaser

0:45 Episode Start

7:16 Learn about LALSA

14:50 First Generation Law Students

23:02 Mental Health in Law School

30:48 What's Coming Up

Audio Transcript (PDF)

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio

https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio