A couple of weeks ago, NYU Law School contacted me to inform me that I was a finalist for their Root-Tilden-Kern Scholarship. Its a full-tuition scholarship for students who are dedicated to using their law degree for public interest work. They wanted to fly me to New York to interview with a panel of seven people, including a federal judge.
Last week I flew to NY to do the interview and to visit NYU Law. I was skeptical about going back to law school at my alma mater, but on my visit there, I was impressed by the faculty and students and the support they seemed to give to people interested in public service. I also visited Harvard, but was disappointed in my experience there.
After much deliberation and worrying — and despite being visited my Sandra Day O`Connor in my dreams, who was disgusted that I would consider turning down Harvard — I decided to accept the scholarship to go to NYU!
So I´m coming home after this trip!
Congratulations, Young Lady! You are one of a very Small Select Group. We’re proud of you and the way you approached this decision! Come home soon! (Even if you mean NYC!) Love, MOM
April 10th, 2007 | #
hey, saying no to harvard may give you greater status than actually going there…
seriously, we’re so proud of you and the way you’ve always acted with incredible integrity in all kinds of places and situations.
BETH FOR PRESIDENT!!!!
April 11th, 2007 | #
Hey Beth! I’m touring the world via your blog. Love it! We are all very proud of you and choosing to return to NYU. Take care of yourself and hurry home.
April 16th, 2007 | #