Student Profile: Cheryl Jones, J.D. '12
“I chose University of Baltimore Law because I recognized the tremendous value and benefit of the alumni network. This school and its graduates are an integral part of Baltimore's legal community. I appreciate the remarkable commitment of Law alumni, faculty and the administration to furthering the school's continued improvement and advancement.”
PROFILE
Graduation year: 2012
Undergraduate school: University of Baltimore
Undergraduate major: English literature
Hometown: Davie, Fla.
Cheryl Jones came to the School of Law with years of experience as a paralegal, so she had a good idea of what she was getting herself into in law school. A wife and mother, Cheryl found time to serve as a member of the University of Baltimore Law Review and as a teaching and research assistant during her time at the School of Law. She was one of two members of the Class of 2012 to receive a Law Faculty Award at commencement.
Tell us why you initially chose the University of Baltimore School of Law.
I wanted a school with a reputation of giving students a practical, hands-on approach to the practice of law. University of Baltimore's clinics, internships and judicial EXPLOR program fit that bill.
As a recent graduate, what would you now tell incoming students to encourage them to choose the University of Baltimore?
University of Baltimore Law is unique in that it has strong ties to the local region but sits just a short ride from the nation's vibrant, bustling Capitol. It offers caring faculty, a diverse student body and practical experiences that make law school an exercise in applying the law, not just learning it.
Now for the obvious question: Can you really work, go to law school, have a family AND have a life all at the same time?
You already have the skills you need to set priorities, see the big picture, pay attention to the details and succeed. Job. Kids. Life. Yes, you can. UB is the place to make those skills work for you.