LEAP - Touro Law Center - Touro College

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“On my first visit to Touro, prior to being accepted, a young gentleman stopped to talk with me and told me about a summer program called L.E.A.P. and how instrumental it was to his success in law school. I expressed to him how grateful I was that he spent the time to speak with me and he responded, “Just make sure while you are here that you pass this message along to another incoming minority law student.” I was overwhelmed with the sense of community and support I received from my first short visit to Touro. Since then, L.E.A.P. has provided me with exceptional tools and resources to manage the challenging workload of law school. My success is truly based on my willingness to fully participate and take advantage of all of the wonderful opportunities Touro’s L.E.A.P. program has to offer.” - Malaika Makembe LEAP Program Student Director 2009-2010 Class of 2010 “I cannot stress enough how valuable LEAP was to my first semester of law school. Law school is a big transition, and LEAP eases you into it. It enhanced my study techniques and test skills that other 1Ls struggle to find their first semester. It's a great introduction to the structure of a law school classroom and definitely a program I'd suggest to attend. Not only does it prepare you for the intense workload ahead, but it's an opportunity to meet other students. The people you meet during LEAP will be one of your strongest support systems, which is essential to a successful law school experience." - Cheryl Villanueva Class of 2014 “LEAP provides minority law school students with the tools and resources necessary to succeed in law school, which otherwise would not have been available to them. As a LEAP participant, I had access to a support group of successful upper-division minority students. L.E.A.P. was instrumental in my success in law school. As a LEAP TA, I enjoyed assisting minority students succeed in law school. It would be a mistake for a minority student to miss out on the L.E.A.P. program.” - Rafael Espinoza Class of 2012
“The LEAP program provides incoming minority students with the opportunity to develop critical relationships with other students prior to the first day of law school. These relationships help to make the transition into the fast-paced law school environment less stressful. Within the first week of the LEAP program I found my study partner and best friend who provided both emotional and academic support throughout all three years of law school. Students will also learn from successful upper-level students the skills and techniques necessary to succeed in law school. The ability to ask questions and practice different study techniques over the course of the LEAP program is invaluable. The LEAP program exceeded all my expectations. I would not be where I am today without this program. Thank you Professor Scherer and thank you LEAP!” - Lauren Morales LEAP Program Student Co-Director 2010-2011 Class of 2012 “Pursuing my dream to become an attorney after working for many years and raising my family seemed like a goal I would never accomplish. L.E.A.P. eased my anxiety about attending law school and gave me the tools I needed to succeed. After my four weeks in the L.E.A.P. summer program, my fear gave way to determination and I welcomed the start of law school feeling prepared for all the challenges before me. For students that have been away from the classroom for years, L.E.A.P. offers a safe and nurturing environment to prepare us for success day one of law school. You quickly learn that there are many factors that contribute to your performance in law school and L.E.A.P. becomes an extension of your support system to help you navigate through the process.” - Tanya Freeman LEAP Program Student Co-Director 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 Class of 2012 “The LEAP program has served as the single most beneficial resource for me in law school. This remarkable program helps students develop the skills necessary to succeed. Additionally, it is a network of students who can relate, understand and assist you through the academic demands you’ll face. The program supports you by way of the teaching assistance of upper-division students. As well, these students help impart valuable lessons learned from their experiences during law school. My gratitude for the program cannot be fully expressed in words but has been a rewarding opportunity, which should be used to its full advantage. ” - Julianne Rodriguez LEAP Program Student Co-Director 2011-2012 Class of 2013
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