“Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.” - Seneca the Younger
“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” -Maya Angelou
This morning I want to share some positive messages I’ve recently received from graduates of the Class of 2o22 who passed the February 2023 Bar Exam and students who have recently been admitted to our law school.
We are very proud that the way we treat our admitted students is the same way we treat our current students and our graduates – with respect, support, and individual attention.
Our message is “we are your law school for life.”
February 2023 Bar Passers
Dear Associate Deans [Carolyn] Broering-Jacobs and [Jonathan] Witmer-Rich, “I wanted to reach out to relay that I was successful on the 2023 bar exam, my first attempt, and express my thanks for everything CSU Law leadership did for me during my times of difficulty during law school, especially the help, support, and advocacy both of you provided for me….I am so appreciative of the patience, kindness, and understanding that was extended to me….”– Graduate, Class of 2022
“I want to take this opportunity to thank you for all the support that everyone at CSU Law gave me over the years. I truly could not have succeeded otherwise. I look forward to active engagement as an alumnus.” – Graduate, Class of 2022
2023 Admitted Students
“I'm a new MLS [Master of Legal Studies] student. I want to personally thank Julie DiBiasio [Director, Graduate Studies and Professional Development] for accepting me and giving me this opportunity. Ms. DiBiasio has helped me every step of the way. I'm a recent graduate of a master of forensic psychology program. This program will surely help complement my forensic practice and will continue to make a world of difference.” – Admitted MLS Student
“One thing is for sure. If Dean [Barbara] Andelman [Assistant Dean for Admissions] would have anything to do with it, every applicant would attend CSU Law. I’ll always remember her sincere and caring exchange with me over the phone.” - 2023 Admitted Student
“Thank you so much for my copy of Just Mercy…..I'm truly excited and deeply grateful for my admission to CSU Law and the scholarship offer which brings it within reach. Additionally, I can't understate how much I appreciate the personal correspondence from Dean Andelman and Professor [Heidi] Robertson as I work toward a decision.”
“Dean Andelman, I want to thank you for your time last week helping me figure everything out regarding law school. Big life decisions! I just wanted to be the first to tell you that I sent in my first year deposit today, and I’m excited to join CSU Law this year! I have heard nothing but great things about the CSU Law experience and I look forward to this next chapter. “ – 2023 Admitted Student
“Dean Andelman, I just wanted to thank all of you for such an informative, friendly, and wonderful weekend! I was really able to get a sense of the community at CSU Law and the environment, and honestly, it blew me away. Even though I will be an online student, I felt right at home. I am thrilled to be attending CSU Law and look forward to coming to campus in August.” – 2023 Admitted Student
“Dear Dean Andelman, I am absolutely humbled, honored, and downright ecstatic to receive this incredible news. Cleveland State University College of Law has felt like a home away from home since I completed my application, and I submitted my seat deposit payment to secure my seat this morning. I cannot wait to join CSU Law this fall and become a part of the unique and welcoming culture ….there is always a personalized touch and a sense of belonging. Thank you for this incredible opportunity!”
“Dear Barbara, I just finished a telephone conversation with an admitted student who told me she chose to attend CSU|Law over the several other schools to which she applied and was accepted …..She told me that the admitted students’ weekend was what did it for her.” - Alan Rom ’72
“Dean Fisher, I just wanted to give you a quick email and thank you for the latest package to arrive in my mail box. As an aspiring lawyer, I think a book such as Just Mercy is doubly important for imparting what I believe to be a foundational truth about law: to simply help others…..I wholeheartedly appreciate the copy you have provided for me. I will make sure to read it before I embark upon my legal studies.”
“Dean Fisher, Thank you so much for the copy of Just Mercy. I am so very excited to join your law school. I look forward to attending the Admitted Students weekend in a couple of weeks with two of my teenage children, who are very proud of their mom for following her dreams! I also want to thank you and your staff for being accessible and responsive when I’ve had questions along the way. The precedent that has been set during the admissions process is encouraging and positive.”
Stay safe. Stay healthy. Stay Committed to Living Justice.
Have a great day. Have a great week.
My best,
Lee
Lee Fisher
Dean, Cleveland State University College of Law | Cleveland State University
Joseph C. Hostetler-BakerHostetler Chair in Law
For copies of past messages, please go to this link: Monday Morning Messages.