The Case For Studying What You Are Passionate About Before Law

In my first class on the first day of law school, each student introduced themselves and shared what they studied in their undergrad. Many of my peers told the class about their degree in political science or criminology. I was the only student with a degree in classical studies, which stirred an anxiety that I had taken the 'wrong' path to law by pursuing a degree in the arts.

This feeling grew as our professor began asking basic questions about the branches of government. While the hands of many of my peers shot up, I was left with thoughts of the Roman Senate and a distinct impression that I had made a mistake and was already behind.

In the years since, I have heard many students express similar anxieties. But I have also learned that there is no right way to prepare. More conventional degrees like political science or criminology offer real advantages, but I have also come to know successful lawyers with degrees in far-flung fields like medieval studies or