LL.M. Student Ambassadors
Yiting Chang
Degree/expected graduation date:
LL.M. U.S. Legal Studies '22
Where are you from:
Shanghai, China
Languages spoken (other than English):
Mandarin
Prior degree/Institution:
Shanghai University of Political Science & Law; Master's of Law, East China University of Political Science & Law
Areas of academic/professional interest:
Business Transactions, Cyber Law
Hobbies/Interests outside of the classroom:
Boxing, Racing
Favorite NY experience/Location/Discovery:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
What advice do you have for incoming students:
Think about the purpose of taking this program (during the semester) and talk to academic advisor when thoughts change. I always receive more information than expected. Prepare a weekly time schedule and adjust it if needed.
Benjamin Gomez
Degree/expected graduation date:
LL.M. Transnational Legal Practice '22
Where are you from:
Banjul, The Gambia
Languages spoken (other than English):
Manjago, Mandigo, Wolof, Creole, and English
Prior degree/Institution:
LLB from The University of The Gambia
Areas of academic/professional interest:
Human Rights
Favorite class(es)/Professor(s) so far:
Legal Research/Professor Lurene Contento
Hobbies/Interests outside of the classroom:
Watching soccer games and travelling
People/Leaders you admire:
Nelson Mandela
Favorite NY experience/Location/Discovery:
Crossing to Staten Island using the ferry
Something you wish you knew when you started:
I would like to advise every incoming student to take every assignment very seriously, and do their readings before the class.
Priyanka Kotak
Degree/expected graduation date:
LL.M. U.S. Legal Studies '22
Where are you from:
Vadodara, Gujarat, India
Languages spoken (other than English):
Hindi, Guajarati, and Marathi
Prior degree/Institution:
B.A.LL. B (Honors) from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Areas of academic/professional interest:
Public Interest Laws, Immigration Laws, Intellectual Property Laws, Real Estate Laws
Favorite class(es)/Professor(s) so far:
1. ALA with Professor Ruescher and Drafting with Professor Paras - these are the best courses St. John's offers. They cover important bar subjects each semester, and make me feel confident that passing the bar is achievable.
2. Lawyering Across Borders with Professor Drew gives you an opportunity to work in a legal environment and get firsthand experience in practical aspects of the U.S. legal system.
Hobbies/Interests outside of the classroom:
Music & Travelling
People/Leaders you admire:
Judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Nelson Mandela, Narendra Modi, Barack Obama
Favorite NY experience/Location/Discovery:
Brooklyn Bridge and The High Line
Something you wish you knew when you started:
Professors are your best resources, they are more than willing to help. Do not hesitate to reach out!
Louis Masson
Degree/expected graduation date:
LL.M. Transnational Legal Practice - Bar Pathway '22
Where are you from:
Lyon, France
Languages spoken (other than English):
French (fluent), German (intermediate)
Prior degree/Institution:
LL.M. (Business Law) Catholic University of Lyon
Areas of academic/professional interest:
International Arbitration
Favorite class(es)/Professor(s) so far:
ALA LL.M. Drafting/Profs. Paras and Reuscher
Hobbies/Interests outside of the classroom:
Sports, Music
Favorite NY experience/Location/Discovery:
High Line and Coney Island
Something you wish you knew when you started:
Questions are more than welcome in any classes. Language is not a barrier. Professors are the best resources available and are really approachable (in comparison to Europe).