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Today: Semester Abroad and HLS-University of Cambridge Joint J.D.-LL.M. Degree Information Session
Wednesday, October 22, 12 p.m.
Wasserstein Hall, Room 3007
Where Can Study Abroad Take You? Information Session on Semester Abroad and the HLS-University of Cambridge Joint J.D.-LL.M. Degree
The Semester Abroad program is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in a foreign legal culture and to receive a semester of ungraded credit towards the Harvard J.D. degree for study at a law school overseas. 2L and 3L students can apply to study at one of 11 exchange partner schools, or for an independent semester abroad at another accredited law school.
The HLS-University of Cambridge Joint Degree program is an incredible opportunity to spend a year at one of the world’s oldest and most distinguished universities. This program may be of particular benefit to students interested in public or private international law, British law or European Union law, or in pursuing an academic career. Students who successfully complete program requirements earn a Harvard J.D. degree and a Cambridge LL.M. in a total of three-and-a-half years.
Come learn more about these programs from HLS students who have studied abroad. Lunch will be served.
Today, October 7, 12 pm: a talk by Chintan Chandrachud
Chayes Fellow Sarah Weiner ’15, on working with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, United Kingdom
“My project at work involved updating the EBRD’s assessment of public procurement laws in its countries of operation in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The first region-wide assessment was conducted in 2010, and it was interesting to see how an international organization engages in policy dialogues with governments to achieve legal reform. A part of my job involved communicating with government officials to clarify the questions of the assessment and ensure that the Bank’s data is accurate. In just one of my weeks at EBRD, I spoke with people from 20 different countries—a feat I have never come close to accomplishing on a former job!
One of my favorite parts of working at EBRD was being invited to attend various meetings held by the Legal Transition Team and the wider Office of the General Counsel. These meetings provided me with the opportunity to witness interesting debates about EBRD’s internal policies and to see how the Bank deals with the challenges and complexities inherent in operating a multilateral development bank.
Outside of work, I tried to take full advantage of everything London has to offer! I ate delicious food, visited world-class museums, attended great musicals, and took a vacation to Scotland to hike in some its breathtaking scenery. Overall, I had an amazing experience this summer, and I am truly grateful for the support from the Chayes program to make it happen.”
Sarah is one of 23 HLS students working this summer in 18 countries under the auspices of the Chayes International Public Service Fellowship. Please visit our Chayes Fellowship page to learn more!
Chayes Fellow Lara Berlin, HLS/Fletcher School Concurrent Degree Candidate, on working with Inter Mediate, United Kingdom
“My time in London has been really wonderful. I’m living in King’s Cross with mostly French students (which is a cultural experience I hadn’t anticipated in London!). My internship has been a terrific learning experience. I’ve been working on projects ranging from country specific issues (legal and historical) to more comparative work on peace processes around the world. I’ve gotten to be involved on a number of the different projects that Inter Mediate is working on, so I feel that I’ve gained perspective on many different dimensions of their work. Wonderfully, because it’s a small team, they have been amazingly inclusive of me. I also just got back from IM’s “Away Day,” in which I got to participate in all of the strategic level conversations about the strengths and weaknesses of the organization as it stands, and where it intends to go. To be invited to participate in those senior conversations as an intern speaks to the value the organization places on everyone’s opinion and investment in the mission.
Outside of work, I’ve gotten the chance to explore the city a bit, visit museums and palaces, and learn about some British quirks. I’ve done some hiking on the coast and spent a weekend on the beach in Brighton. I look forward to going to Scotland, too. So, it’s been a rewarding experience outside of work, as well.”
Lara is one of 23 HLS students working this summer in 18 countries under the auspices of the Chayes International Public Service Fellowship. Please visit our Chayes Fellowship page to learn more!