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In this episode, host Sabrina Ruiz-Monroy sits down with KrisTina Carlston, Director of the Preprofessional Advisement Program at Brigham Young University and former corporate tax attorney, to discuss what truly makes a strong law school application. Drawing from her experience in both legal practice and pre-law advising, KrisTina shares practical, candid guidance for students navigating the admissions process- from building a competitive application to crafting an authentic personal statement that stands out.
Together, they explore the realities of law school admissions, common misconceptions students have about applying, and one of the most important emerging questions in admissions today: the role of AI in personal statements. KrisTina discusses where AI tools can be helpful, where they can create challenges, and how students can use them ethically while still preserving their own voice and authenticity.
Whether you’re a freshman beginning to explore law school, actively preparing applications, or simply trying to better understand how to tell your story in a compelling way, this episode offers valuable insight, encouragement, and actionable advice to help make the path to law school feel more approachable.
🎙️ Created by the Utah Center for Legal Inclusion (UCLI)
📍Brought to you by Utah Podcast Studio
🔗 Learn more: utahcli.org
Together, they explore the realities of law school admissions, common misconceptions students have about applying, and one of the most important emerging questions in admissions today: the role of AI in personal statements. KrisTina discusses where AI tools can be helpful, where they can create challenges, and how students can use them ethically while still preserving their own voice and authenticity.
Whether you’re a freshman beginning to explore law school, actively preparing applications, or simply trying to better understand how to tell your story in a compelling way, this episode offers valuable insight, encouragement, and actionable advice to help make the path to law school feel more approachable.
🎙️ Created by the Utah Center for Legal Inclusion (UCLI)
📍Brought to you by Utah Podcast Studio
🔗 Learn more: utahcli.org
Creators and Guests
What is The UCLI Legal Lounge?
Welcome to The UCLI Legal Lounge, your go-to podcast for navigating the path to law school. Hosted by Sabrina Ruiz-Monroy, Associate Director at the Utah Center for Legal Inclusion (UCLI), each episode features candid conversations with law students, practicing attorneys, and admissions experts. Together, we explore the realities of legal education, share valuable insights, and offer practical tips to make your journey to law school a little smoother.
Brought to you by UCLI, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing equity and inclusion within Utah’s legal profession, The UCLI Legal Lounge invites listeners of all backgrounds to discover how they can find their place and their purpose in the world of law.