I hate to be the one to bring up grades during the holiday season, but with January creeping up, I think it would be good to share my experience with grade release. At Osgoode, we receive our grades a few weeks into January and it can be a very anxious time for many. For those hoping to participate in OCIs, there’s a lot riding on these grades, especially for 1Ls. Looking back, I remember thinking that these grades would determine my success in law school and I put a lot of weight on them. In doing so, I set myself up for disappointment. I won’t lie, the 1L grade release was very difficult for me. Retrospectively there are so many things I would have done differently. Here are something to keep in mind when getting your grades back:
It is completely normal to struggle with your mental health during grade release (especially during COVID). If you are willing, feel free to reach out to your school’s counselling services or peer support. There are many resources across campus that can really help out. Believe in yourself and fearlessly learn from your mistakes. By Lucinda Chitapain |
Legally BrownThree Osgoode Hall Law students sharing their lived experiences and providing *unsolicited* advice. Archives
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