A couple of weeks ago, I had the privilege of attending the Howard University School of Law Pinning Ceremony. During the event, all of the incoming 1L’s are pinned by Howard Law alum and are welcomed into the Howard University family. I got to pin a few incoming 1L’s and some of them asked me … Continue reading 6 Tips to Help you Not Go Crazy During Your 1L Year
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Frequently Asked Questions: Pursuing my J.D./M.B.A.
Hey guys! I know it's been a minute, but life has been pretty busy for me, but I will try to do better. Today, marks 1 year since I graduated from Howard University with my J.D./M.B.A. Boy, does time fly by! 😀 This post was inspired by a discussion I had with one of my … Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions: Pursuing my J.D./M.B.A.
5 Attributes of a Great Mentee
MENTEE menˈtē/ noun a person who is advised, trained, or counseled by a mentor. Hey loves! This post is inspired by a bar association event I attended last week. Don't know what a bar association is? Don't worry, I'll write a post about it soon! Anywho, from my own experiences and from what I gathered … Continue reading 5 Attributes of a Great Mentee
Look of the Day: Vintage Essence by Mail Sweater
Yes, you read that right. Who knew Essence magazine had a catalog back in the day?! I had no idea until I checked the tag on this amazing sweater. I did some research and learned that Essence by Mail was in business from 1984 and accepted their last order in 2001. How did I miss … Continue reading Look of the Day: Vintage Essence by Mail Sweater
$43 Thrifting HAUL – Value Village
So as you may know, I LOVE LOVE LOVE to thrift! My favorites items to thrift are pieces for work because I honestly don't care to spend much on work clothes and sometimes I can score great name brand vintage pieces. What's not to love?! On national holidays, my favorite thrift store in the DMV, … Continue reading $43 Thrifting HAUL – Value Village
HAPPY HOUR @ Penn Commons!
Hey hey hey! I know I've been away a while, but I am back with a new Happy Hour spot! Penn Commons has great drinks on their happy hour menu. And get this. They have Happy Hour EVERY DAY from 4 to close and ALL DAY on SUNDAY! Do you hear me?!? The one downside … Continue reading HAPPY HOUR @ Penn Commons!
Networking Tips for People Who Hate Networking
Although I know it’s necessary, especially in a town like D.C., I absolutely loathe networking in the formal sense. I’m naturally shy and hate walking up to people I don’t know and talking to them. It’s just not that natural to me. I hate making small talk in general, and I don’t enjoy the fact … Continue reading Networking Tips for People Who Hate Networking
Honey, It’s Cold Outside: Winter Look for Work
Today is the first day of Winter!! It's actually a little warmer less cold than it has been the last few days in D.C., but Winter is officially here! That means, switching up not only your regular wardrobe, but your work attire as well. Today, I mixed a few thrifted pieces with other items … Continue reading Honey, It’s Cold Outside: Winter Look for Work
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