Sandy Sparks '27

Hometown: Lockport, NY

Undergraduate institution and major(s), minor(s): Binghamton University, Majors: Politics, Philosophy, & Law (PPL) and Political Science

Legal Interests: Family Law, Juvenile Law

Law School Activities: Phi Alpha Delta and Buffalo Public Interest Law Program (BPILP)

Why did you choose UB School of Law?  I chose UB because I wanted to be closer to home after undergrad and attend law school in the same community that helped strengthen my academics. I want to give back by building my legal career here and serve the people who have supported my journey.

One piece of advice for accepted students: My one piece of advice is to lean on your classmates for support and conversation. Law school can feel isolating because you have to lock in and be selfish with your time, but stepping out of the isolation helps you realize that everyone is experiencing the same challenges. By doing this, our class has grown closer, which has created a positive and supportive environment rather than one driven by competition.

One fun fact about yourself: I have two middle names!