The University of St. Thomas

Featured Student


Each month, CPD features a law student or alum who has shown ownership of his or her career development.  This is an excellent way for you to learn from and get to know your peers! 

Name

 Suzanne Jones

Class

 2008

Hometown

 Wayzata, MN

College/s

 Boston College

2007 Summer Job

 Summer extern, Judge Carroll, U.S. District Court, District of AZ

 


 

 

 

 


Reason for attending UST School of Law:

First, I chose UST because of the people. When I visited the school, everyone was welcoming and down-to-earth, which seemed like a good environment to be in for the next three years. The second reason is the school’s emphasis on social justice. There is not enough focus on social justice within the world’s institutions or amongst individuals, so to find a law school that does just that made the decision to attend UST that much easier.

One way I connect with the mission of UST Law:

I try to volunteer as much as possible, doing both legal and non-legal work. Also, finding a balance between school and life, although not a part of the “mission” per se, is important because it allows me to stay focused on the things that matter to me most.

What I liked best about my summer position:

Working for Judge Carroll allowed me to work on a variety of aspects of both criminal and civil matters. I spent time observing motion hearings and trials. I researched issues and draft orders. I think being exposed to so many different things in a setting where I had access to several sources who are already familiar with the court system was the best learning opportunity I have been presented with yet.

My career planning advice:

This is a hard question because I have not “planned” my career. I choose to do things that I care about and interest me. I stay open to the possibilities and try to never say “no” to a new experience. 

A little known fact about me:

I am obsessed with watching the Food Network. 

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 The view expressed in this profile are solely those of the student, and may not reflect the view of the Office of Career & Professional Development, or the University of St. Thomas School of Law.

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