Because we know those gym memberships didn’t get renewed.
- Resist the TikTok (or worse, Instagram Reels) temptation.
You might find that your brain is full of references to obscure videos. I sure do. I find myself able to list off Nara Smith’s kids with more ease than I can recount anything relating to hostile takeovers. And now, after the ban, the ban-lift, and the ensuing debates about responsibility, maybe it’s time for a cleanse. This year, let’s spend less time doom-scrolling and more time pretending to do readings in the fishbowl.
- Show up to morning classes (occasionally).
The 9:30 am class that you ranked at the top of your list back in July isn’t looking too appealing now, is it? Wrong! This year, we are morning people. We will all show up to every morning class—and be so early that Terima will have to adjust its hours. Sorry not sorry.
- Perfect the art of the ‘I totally did the reading’ face.
Although we will attempt to do *some* reading this year, we will also master the art of pretending to understand what’s going on. We will appear engaged during class discussions, nodding sagely. Pro tip: if you’re asked a question and don’t know the answer, drop a one-liner like ‘I concur’ and hope for the best.
- Procrastinate less (after we finish this episode).
This year, we won’t be using the 1 am ‘what’s on today at U of T Law’ email as a mile marker for late-night work. Instead, we will read the email the next morning and finally know what’s on today at U of T Law.
- Join an intramural team, even if we can’t play.
This year, our competitive side will be out on the field. Yes, most of us have not done anything remotely athletic since high school and yes, half the team may show up in business casual after a firm tour but this is our year to shine (and to argue with the ref if not). If we’re lucky, maybe we’ll even get a yellow card!
- Grade release will not phase us this year.
Remember, Ps get degrees. Probably.
- Prepare for open-book exams… for real this time.
Unfortunately, speed CTRL+F-ing “negligence” isn’t going to work this time around. Let’s go to class—maybe even read a few cases?
- Apply for jobs, but keep complaining about the process.
And remember, the more connections we have on Linkedin…
- Embrace the stress.
You heard that right. Law school is stressful, but it is also fleeting (thank goodness). This year we will: meet new people, make new group chats, and have fun!
- Write for UV!
This is the year. You will finally submit that article you’ve been drafting in your head since 1L. Forget about moot facta, you’re aiming for UV fame this year. It’s not about what you write—it’s about how you frame the title to make it seem more intellectual than it really is. We’re kidding. Partially.