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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Dr. Kelly Dore and Jenna Downey discuss the evolving landscape of law school admissions, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach that considers non-academic attributes alongside traditional metrics like LSAT scores and GPA. They explore the parallels with medical school admissions, particularly the use of situational judgment tests (SJTs) to assess candidates' interpersonal and professional skills. The conversation highlights the need for law schools to adapt their admissions processes to identify candidates who possess the necessary competencies for success in the legal profession. Timestamp of our conversation: 01:04 - What do law schools think of holistic admissions? 03:16 - Why are medical schools moving towards SJTs? 06:37 - Can SJTs augment standardized tests to identify better applicants? 10:04 - How can law schools go beyond traditional metrics in their applications? 15:16 - How did the first medical schools integrate SJTs into their admissions? 17:40 - The value of assessing non-academic skills to support student success 18:21 - How can Casper help evolve law school admissions? Sources Gharakhanian, A., Rodriguez, N., & Anderson, E. A. (2022). " More than the Numbers": Empirical Evidence of an Innovative Approach to Admissions. Minn. L. Rev., 107, 2431. ANALYSIS: Law Schools Need to Address Skill, Tech Gaps in 2024 Speakers: Dr. Kelly Dore, PhD Co-Founder and VP, Science & Innovation at Acuity Insights Jenna Downey Holistic Success Advisor at Acuity Insights Connect with Kelly: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kelly-dore-7971b258 Connect with Jenna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdowney72/ Visit our blog for more actionable insights: https://acuityinsights.com/resources/blog/
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