New On-Campus J.D. Class Brings Purpose to the Path Ahead

This fall, Syracuse University College of Law welcomes a new class into its on-campus J.D. program. Many are beginning their legal education directly after their undergraduate studies, while others bring professional experience, military service, or community leadership with them to the classroom. United by a shared commitment to pursuing law as a way to create impact, they bring fresh perspective to what it means to study and practice law.

Our new J.D. students came to Dineen Hall in August for orientation week, joining the Syracuse Law community ahead of their first year of coursework.

Explore the full incoming class profile.

We caught up with a few members of the incoming on-campus J.D. class to hear, in their own words, what brought them to law school and where they hope it takes them.

Milan Stokes wears a black tank top posing in front of a gray background.

Milan Stokes

Former D1 athlete honoring her brother's legacy

Nina han wears a white shirt standing in front of a brown background.

Nina (Sangwan) Han

Bridging global policy and technology law

James Capella wears a black suit posing in front of a gray background.

Jimmy Capella

Army veteran headed toward a JAG career

Maggie Clancy wears a pattern shirt in front of a blue background.

Maggie Clancy

NICU nurse turned advocate for systemic change