Positioning Framework

It is my objective to attend Harvard Law School in the fall of 2009. Harvard boasts one of the finest educational institutions in the country, and its law school is certainly no exception. I have a resolute desire to study and practice law, and perhaps pursue it into academia. The Harvard Law School will help me as I make that leap from academic to professional life, but it will also benefit from having me as a student and alumnus by my hard work, my commitment to excellence, and my determination to succeed.

According to every current ranking available, including the one sponsored by U.S. News, the Harvard Law School unanimously holds a top-tier title, battling Yale University and Stanford University for the No. 1 spot. Harvard is unfaltering in its tradition of accepting the finest college graduates from around the world and molding them into the top crop of legal professionals. The admission standards are high, and place emphasis on academics, LSAT scores and personal character. The average GPA of accepted students is 3.84, while the average LSAT score is 172, both of which are extremely impressive. But the admissions board is also very interested in the quality and caliber of character of each individual that applies. They look for extra-curricular activities, student involvement, leadership experience, and other features that would continue to emphasize the high-caliber standard that has been set by multiple generations of outstanding students.

OBJECTIVES

OUTPUT:
-I will continue to improve my GPA as I finish my last 3 semesters of my undergraduate degree.
-I will run for student office in an effort to gain more experience in the political process, as well as harvest leadership qualities and traits.
-If I am not elected, I will volunteer my time and efforts to aiding the school and its student body through other mediums.
-I will intern in a political or governmental atmosphere during the summer before my senior year to further expose myself to the political and legal worlds.
-I will study for and take the LSAT as many times as necessary until I receive a score of 165 or higher.

IMPACT:
-As a result of the aforementioned efforts, I expect to be accepted to at least one of my top three school choices.
-I expect to receive at least one scholarship offer from a school that I apply to.
-I expect to be employed with a private law firm of my choice upon completion of the Bar Exam based upon my successful academic career and performance.

TALKING POINTS

Academics:

-I am an active, participatory student. I’m involved in class discussions, and help to harbor an atmosphere of learning and understanding.
-I currently hold a 3.7 GPA.
-I am on the Dean’s List for the College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences.
-I rank in the top 15% of my class academically.

Passion & Dedication:

-I am the kind of person that hates a task left undone. I am committed to finish what I start, including projects, courses, and events.
-Since a very young age, I’ve been passionate about law and politics. I became involved in both early in my life. I started working at my father’s law firm when I was 14 years old, and was exposed to the inner workings of a professional law firm. Besides having great interest in politics, I ran for and participated in student government for six out of seven years in junior high and high school.
-I am anxious to help others, especially those who don’t have a leg to stand on. I’m compassionate, but equally determined to act. My overall professional goal in life is to make a difference in the lives of others and to be a positive influence to those with whom I interact.

Involvement:

-I have had the opportunity on several occasions to visit the state and national Capitols. There I have not only been able to learn about executive and legislative responsibilities, but have been able to raise my voice and lobby for various causes.
-I am a member of the Utah State University Mock Trial Club
-I am also a member of the Utah State University College Democrats.