Bears, the Bar and Beyond Baylor University - Pre-Law

In this episode, three Baylor Law School students, Rachel O'Day, Kyle Drott, and Natalie "Bennett" Drott are interviewed regarding their personal opinions on mental health in law school. The interview is also based on statistics and other information from Pre-Law Program brochures. See the Pre-Law Program webpage on Preparing for Law School with links to brochures on What I Wish I Would Have Known (before law school) and the brochure mentioned in the podcast, Alternatives to Unhealthy Stress Outlets, which focuses on mental health in law school and how Pre-Law students can best prepare. 
 
Sources used in brochure with possible content in podcast:
The Prevalence of Substance Use and Other Mental Health Conc... : Journal of Addiction Medicine (lww.com)
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-symptoms/art-20050987#:~:text=Stress%20that's%20left%20unchecked%20can,heart%20disease%2C%20obesity%20and%20diabetes
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/basics/stress-relief/hlv-20049495
https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use
https://texassuicideprevention.org
Podcast theme music:
Miranda v. Arizona 348 US 436 (1966)Supreme Court Audio: Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial 4.0 International License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
Theme music ‘Classic Ride’ composed by Nicolai Heidlas used under license.

In this episode of Bears, the Bar, & Beyond, we will speak with Diplomat in Residence for the State of Texas, Kris Sivertson. As a former diplomatic security officer, she gives us another insight into the wide range of career options that exist within the State Department.
Podcast theme music:
Miranda v. Arizona 348 US 436 (1966)
Batson v. Kentucky 476 US 79 (1986)
Supreme Court Audio: Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial 4.0 International License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
Theme music ‘Classic Ride’ composed by Nicolai Heidlas used under license.

In this episode, we bring you a panel discussion with 3 leading professionals based in Washington DC. We'll discuss how to network well, regardless of whether you are in a pandemic environment or not.



Podcast theme music:

Miranda v. Arizona 348 US 436 (1966)
Batson v. Kentucky 476 US 79 (1986)
Supreme Court Audio: Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial 4.0 International License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/

Theme music ‘Classic Ride’ composed by Nicolai Heidlas used under license.

In this episode, we speak with Brian Sullivan, in-house counsel for the Texas Hotel and Lodging Association. We'll explore his journey to law school, and his current legal practice.

Podcast theme music:

Miranda v. Arizona 348 US 436 (1966)
Batson v. Kentucky 476 US 79 (1986)
Supreme Court Audio: Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial 4.0 International License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/

Theme music ‘Classic Ride’ composed by Nicolai Heidlas used under license.

In episode 2, we will look at some generalized advice for juniors and seniors. We'll discuss timing for the LSAT and law school applications generally. Students are urged to listen to episodes 1 & 2, prior to attending advising. Following episodes will consist of interviews, so stay tuned!

**You can take the LSAT multiple times and doing so is not the end of the world. However, it is best to take the test only when you are fully prepared and to avoid having to deal with multiple scores where possible, even in the case of schools that say they will take your highest score.

Podcast theme music:

Miranda v. Arizona 348 US 436 (1966)
Batson v. Kentucky 476 US 79 (1986)
Supreme Court Audio: Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial 4.0 International License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
Theme music ‘Classic Ride’ composed by Nicolai Heidlas used under license.

Our first episode will explore general advice for Freshmen and Sophomore Pre-Law students, and how to make the most of these years. Students in these classifications should listen to this podcast prior to attending Pre-Law advising.

Podcast theme music:

Miranda v. Arizona 348 US 436 (1966)
Batson v. Kentucky 476 US 79 (1986)
Supreme Court Audio: Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial 4.0 International License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/

Theme music ‘Classic Ride’ composed by Nicolai Heidlas used under license.