Jamie McClung ’27
Hometown: Leesburg, Georgia
Email: jmm1181@psu.edu
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Legal Areas of Interest:
Environmental law, property law, international law
Undergraduate Study:
Brown University, B.A., Development Studies with a focus on small island development
Campus and Community Involvement:
1L Outlaw Representative, Penn State Dickinson Law Admissions Ambassador, Rural Law Student Association Founding Member, Women’s Law Caucus Member, Environmental Law Society Member
Life Before Penn State Dickinson Law:
I worked in rural Louisiana as both a 7th grade math teacher, then as a Program & Admissions Director for a non-profit connecting young people to post-secondary job training. Both positions really allowed me to ensure that young people in rural communities were able to access services.
A Penn State Dickinson Law Favorite:
The study rooms — I really enjoy grabbing a study room with friends because you can chat but can also concentrate a bit better than out in the library common area. We also use the study rooms for club planning since I am working on starting a new club.
Why Penn State Dickinson Law?
I came to Penn State Dickinson Law because it allowed me to remain close to family living in Central Pennsylvania. In addition to that, I really like the close-knit community of students and professors — because of the small class sizes, you’re able to get to know everyone.
Favorite Course:
Torts! It is such an interesting topic that covers all kinds of different cases, so I was entertained every time I read for class.
Advice for Prospective Law Students:
Have a bedtime — don’t stay up too long studying and make sure you do something not related to law school each day.
Something You Love About Carlisle:
At the end of first semester, a big group of friends and I all went to Fay’s Diner to celebrate finishing our first semester at law school. It was such a great way to finish up the year and spend time with friends.
On Choosing a Law School:
Go to an Admitted Students Day if you can! That way you can really get a feel for the students and the professors at the school. I committed early decision to Penn State Dickinson Law, but the Admitted Students Day confirmed for me that the community was a great space to learn and grow.
You’d Never Guess That...:
I am a big baker! Before exams, or anything stressful, I take a break from studying by baking at home. I love making cold brew cookies, pecan pies, or any new treat I see on the Great British Bake Off.
Favorite Book:
Right now, my favorite book is Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. It is such a good look into rural America and the opioid epidemic.