Orientation was a special time for CUNY Law as it warmly welcomed its new incoming class of 226 public interest advocates with a series of interactive classes, discussions, and activities.
Dean Sudha Setty set an encouraging tone in her welcome address, emphasizing the school’s supportive community:
“You have the skills, knowledge and drive to be an amazing lawyer. That is what our admissions team saw when you all applied to school here. That is why you are here. And I’m going to say it again: You have the skills, knowledge and drive to be an amazing lawyer.
“I say this again because law school is sometimes really hard, and there may be moments where you doubt that, where you think to yourself, why am I here? Can I do this?
“So I’ll say it a third time. You have the skills, knowledge and drive to be an amazing lawyer. We are here to support you in that journey. We are here to help and you have each other and this community to help build you.”
She urged students to be compassionate and kind, even when it’s challenging, as they navigate law school and eventually represent clients facing difficult circumstances.