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Life at Cornell Law
“At Cornell Law School you not only learn from professors but also from colleagues from all over
the world, which broadens your perspective on the law.”
Kanyapak Wiriyapongsukit, LL.M. '23
Ours is a Community Characterized by:
- Frequent and meaningful interaction among students, faculty, and administrators
- A vibrant and engaged student body, featuring dozens of formally recognized student organizations along with frequent informal student endeavors and activities
- A wealth of resources dedicated to academic excellence, professional development, and physical and emotional wellness
We hope you find the resources listed here to be useful, and we encourage you to visit our Current Student Community website or contact us if you have any questions.
Leehi Yona, Assistant Professor of Law and Gearns & Russo Faculty Fellow of Environmental Law: It is conservation and biodiversity and endangered species. It’s air pollution and water pollution. It’s policy and permitting and regulatory frameworks.”
Discover how faculty, students, and alumni are shaping the future of environmental law by clicking the link in our bio.
Jan 27
One Mic. Many Voices. We asked students what they’re excited for this spring semester 🎤🌸#cornelllaw
Jan 21
The halls are quiet for now, but not for long. We hope everyone had a wonderful winter break and can’t wait to welcome you back for the start of the spring semester on Tuesday! #cornelllaw
Jan 16
Get an inside look at life at Cornell Law with Marieya Jagroop ’26. From engaging coursework and extracurricular opportunities to the ways faculty enrich the learning experience, she shares what it’s like to be a Cornell Law student.#cornelllaw
Jan 12
A peaceful pause in the Law School Library Reading Room before the energy and excitement of the spring semester returns. Looking forward to seeing everyone back soon! ⚖️📖 📝
Jan 8
This holiday season, we’re thankful for the care, generosity, and support of our community. Your continued commitment makes all the difference. Wishing you and yours a warm and happy holiday season. ❄️✨
Dec 23
Cornell Law’s Veterans Law Practicum was honored with The Veterans Consortium’s 2025 Legal Scholars Award, recognizing a partnership that has helped the practicum support more than 140 veterans in appeals, discharge upgrades, and other critical matters. This student-launched program continues to expand its impact.
Read the full story by clicking the link in our bio.
Dec 9
📚❄️ “Casebooks may be heavy, but the snow is light and looking great on campus.
Dec 4
Happy Thanksgiving from Cornell Law School! We hope you enjoy a warm, restful, and meaningful holiday with family and friends. 🦃
Nov 27
Central New York high school students, who are part of @cornell_upwardbound, recently spent the day at Cornell Law getting a firsthand look at life as a lawyer. They met with current law students and professors, explored what law school is like, and even stepped into the courtroom for a mock trial. An inspiring, hands-on experience for all who participated.
Nov 20
At Cornell Law’s first-ever Private Sector Networking Event, 1L students met with representatives from over 30 law firms to explore careers, ask questions, and make early professional connections.
🎥 See how the event helped our students take their first steps toward future legal careers.
Nov 13
Veterans Day reminds us to thank those who served. At Cornell Law, our students do more than thank; they act. Through the Veterans Law Practicum, they provide free legal support to veterans in need year-round.
With a recent $250,000 loss in VA funding, your support is more critical than ever.
With your help, we can keep this lifeline open and ensure no veteran faces their legal battles alone.
Your gift today will:
• Fund more staff attorneys and summer fellows to extend our impact all year long
• Provide greater financial stability to pursue higher-impact litigation that protects veterans’ rights”
To join our efforts, visit the link in our bio.
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Nov 11