Arturo González speaking to students

González Pre-Law Academy

The González Pre-Law Academy is designed for underrepresented students with demonstrated financial need who are interested in attending law school and pursuing a career in the legal field. People of color have been historically underrepresented in the legal profession, and the academy aims to help students break down barriers and overcome challenges in pursuing a career in law.

The academy will focus on exposing students to the legal profession, preparing them for the law school application process and building a supportive peer community. In partnership with OEOES Pre-Law Advising Services, students will be able to engage with a community of peers and access various resources, such as workshops and career guidance. Students looking for a more hands-on opportunity are encouraged to apply for the González Pre-Law Academy one-year cohort experience. Learn more about the cohort services, eligibility and expectations.

If you have additional questions about the academy, email us at PreLawAG@ucdavis.edu

Vannalee Cayabyab

Vannalee Cayabyab

  • Gonzàlez PreLaw Academy Advisor
  • Second-year UC Davis law student
  • Law interests: immigration, labor and employment

Upon realizing that Filipinxs are greatly underrepresented in the legal field and our community is in great need of more advocates, I decided to pursue law. My ultimate goal is to be a source of legal empowerment for the Filipinx community. After studying for a year and a half at King Hall, I've had opportunities to challenge myself intellectually from working at the Immigration Law Clinic to participating in a diversity fellowship.

Aaliayah McKnight Corcran

Aaliayah McKnight Corcran

  • Gonzàlez PreLaw Academy Advisor
  • Second-year UC Davis law student
  • Law interests: youth & children, education, trusts & wills, property

I chose law school truly because law school chose me. I was working with students who I adored, and I realized that I wanted to do more for them; and further, I wanted to learn all the information that is purposely withheld from my communities- the African Diaspora community, low-income communities, Guardian Scholars and First-Gen communities, and use legal knowledge to propel these communities (and particularly youth and students) into their limitless possibilities in life. No matter where I end up in the legal field, I plan to never forget about all the young people coming after me.