Bears, the Bar and Beyond

In this episode, Katherine Sims, Director of Student Affairs at Baylor Law, is interviewed regarding her perspective on the mental health of students in law school and what Pre-Law students can do to prepare now.

 

Sources used with possible content in podcast:

The Prevalence of Substance Use and Other Mental Health Conc... : Journal of Addiction Medicine (lww.com)

Law.com article, "'We're Literally Dying': Addressing Mental Health in the Legal Profession Needs to Start in Law School" by Christine Charnosky  https://www.law.com/2024/04/04/were-literally-dying-addressing-mental-health-in-the-legal-profession-needs-to-start-in-law-school/

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, 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.

In this episode we hear from Baylor Lawyer, Violet Sullivan. We hear her journey from Baylor to the world of business, the law and in particular, privacy law. 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 meet with the Mock Trial and Pre-Law Society at Baylor. We hear from the students involved and find out how and why these are organizations that all serious Pre-Law students should consider. 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.