How law schools should teach their students to deal with the volatile job market was one of the many topics discussed at the annual meeting of the Association of American Law Schools, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education in “Law Schools Get Advice on Helping Students Cope With a Tight Job Market“. Law schools were told to emotionally prepare their students for both success and failure. For example, if a job offer is rescinded or postponed, the job candidate should hide his/her frustration and instead remain calm and positive, be grateful to the firm, and perhaps even offer to work as a law clerk in the meantime.
Law schools were also encouraged to ensure their students have realistic expectations regarding their earning potential and accumulating debt; the schools should keep their students informed of their repayment options.
Another goal mentioned at the meeting was diversity in the student body, as the percentage of Mexican-American and African-American law school students has dropped in the last 15 years.
Additionally, law professors were urged to actively engage their students in class, which ultimately leads to more success in both law school and the job market.
Law Schools Get Advice on Helping Students Cope With a Tight Job Market
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