Julia Merante '23
"Buffalo has quickly become a home for me because of the sense of community and involvement that exists not only within O’Brian, but within the city at large."
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Hometown: Pittsford, NY
Undergraduate Institution and Major(s)/Minor(s): SUNY Geneseo: major in English, minors in biology and human development
Legal Interests: Public Interest, Human Rights, International Law
Law School Activities: Jessup International Moot Court Vice President & Oralist, Associate for Buffalo Environmental Law Review, Associate for Buffalo Humans Rights Law Review, Student Lawyer for the Family Violence & Women’s Rights Clinic, Blog Producer at The Baldy Center for Law and Social Policy Public Law Teaching Assistant, Events Coordinator for Domestic Violence Task Force, Human Rights Fellow at Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo
Why did you choose UB School of Law?: I chose UB law because of the proximity to home, the externship opportunities, and all of the amazing programs that exist within this institution for an extremely cost efficient investment. Buffalo has quickly become a home for me because of the sense of community and involvement that exists not only within O’Brian, but within the city at large.
One piece of advice for accepted students: Stay organized! Plan your schedule a week in advance not only academically, but also mentally. By mentally, I mean save some hours in your week for the things you love to rest your mind. . . plan out when you are going to exercise, spend time with friends, and just relax.
One fun fact about yourself: I am a published poet! My pieces are featured in various national literary magazines and journals; I even published my own seasonal chapbook titled the “morse code project” and donated all of the proceeds to women-led organizations and charities promoting women’s rights.
Have questions about being a law student? Contact Julia (juliamer@buffalo.edu).