In this episode we talk about OCIs; what they are, and how to navigate the application step of this process.

If you yourself or anyone you know has thought about, or are currently applying for OCIs, make sure to listen and share. If there is anything you would like us to discuss please don't hesitate to let us know!

We can look at brochures, welcome videos and websites, attend zoom events and open houses; but the truth is, you can really never get the full grasp of the law school experience until you’re in it - and sometimes once you’re in it, the feeling of “oh I wish I knew that” tends to come to the surface. Well, during our series we are going to be interviewing students who are currently at several law schools across the country and we’ll be using the same criteria for you all, prospective students, heck, we might even get some transfer students listening in to see what it’s like at different law schools. Our first stop, is Osgoode Hall Law School located in Toronto Canada.

About Rachel:

Rachel Cruz is currently completing her J.D. at Osgoode Hall Law School and obtained an Honours BA from York University, with a Major in Law & Society and a Minor in Psychology. Within her degree, she came to learn of the law's role as a form of structural violence, but also its ability as a tool for social change. This knowledge kickstarted her desire to attend law school to learn the ways in which she can use the law to help real people in practice, her interest in pursuing public interest work, and her involvement as a law student with the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic as part of Osgoode's Feminist Advocacy Clinical Program.

Alongside her studies, Rachel serves as a Senior Editor for the Osgoode Hall Law Journal and plays an active role within Osgoode’s Asian Law Students Association as their Event Coordinator. She also volunteered with Law in Action Within Schools (LAWS) to develop a workshop for high school students introducing the relationship between law, intersectionality and social justice. Outside of law school, she volunteers for Migrants Resource Centre Canada and is an avid plant parent to 20+ houseplants.

Today we discuss some technical elements needed to be successful with Professor Angela Lee, a Faculty of Law Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University. We share parts of our experience and reflect on how Professor Lee helped us navigate the beginning of our 1L journey. For any 1L or student looking towards law school, this is definitely an episode you don't want to miss. 

A bit about Professor Lee: 

Angela Lee is an Assistant Professor at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law. She received her JD from the Peter A. Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia and her PhD from the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Law. Prior to joining the faculty at Lincoln Alexander, she taught part-time at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Law, and was a Schulich Fellow at Dalhousie University's Schulich School of Law. She won the Lincoln Alexander Law Student Society's Professor of the Year award in the 2020-2021 academic year, and the Dean's Teaching Award in 2022.

Welcome to Part 2 of Things We Wish We Knew Before Law School (1L). 

For all you 1L’s this episode will not be one you want to miss. 1L, otherwise known as the first year of law school is one of the most trying, tumultuous but foundational years of law school. The struggle is certainly real in 1L and while we do not wish we were you, if you are a current 1L or an aspiring one, but the truth is, it does get better. We’ll be talking about how to prep for 1L, what we wished we could have done now with a year of law school under our belt, and some tips and tricks on how to survive.

For all you 1L’s this episode will not be one you want to miss. 1L, otherwise known as the first year of law school is one of the most trying, tumultuous but foundational years of law school. The struggle is certainly real in 1L and while we do not wish we were you, if you are a current 1L or an aspiring one, but the truth is, it does get better. We’ll be talking about how to prep for 1L, what we wished we could have done now with a year of law school under our belt, and some tips and tricks on how to survive.

Imposters syndrome is something that many people struggle with, regardless of age or experience. But sometimes spaces that have a traditional archetype can make these feelings more intense for those who may not fit the mould. Coupled with the hype and prestige of law school, navigating new spaces, new norms, and unspoken rules can feel absolutely unbearable. In this episode, we’re talking about imposter’s syndrome from three different vantage points. Like, can we get an outline or summary for how to achieve this “confidence” we’ve been hearing about?

The footnoted gals will introduce themselves, and discuss a little bit more about themselves and their journey to law school.

Footnoted is a podcast about the trials and tribulations of law school. From two 20-something women Aminah and Nefisa, who are currently first-generation law students, in Toronto - real-time. On this podcast, you can expect special guests, and perspectives from law students from all over Canada.

Knowing that not everyone has access to the ins and outs of law school from start to finish; let alone can picture themselves there, the Footnoted gals will always give you the tea on the reality of the law school experience with history, humour, honesty and humility - picture older sibling vibes. As both hosts continue to be the authors of their own law school journey, they’re giving you access to the footnotes.

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