Get to know sophomore applied mathematics sophomore, Hayley Boynton, and Vice-President of Phi Alpha Delta. Phi Alpha Delta is a pre-law student organization dedicated to providing the most useful and accurate information for law school bound students. We do so by visiting law schools, hosting law school panels, and inviting lawyers, judges, law school admissions personnel, and law school students to speak about their unique perspectives. We also host LSAT workshops, providing exposure to LSAT test prep services at a discounted rate. Phi Alpha Delta is committed to creating an atmosphere of motivation, encouragement, and focus for all law school bound students.
Q: How will your major and Phi Alpha Delta help you reach your
goals?
A: I am majoring in Mathematics, which is a little abstract for
law school, but it does set me aside as a candidate when applying. Being a math
major, it is immensely helpful to be a member of Phi Alpha Delta because the
organization gives me the connections and opportunities for law school while
still majoring in what I enjoy. This way, going into law school I will be
prepared.
Q: What resource on campus do you recommend for students to
utilize?
A: I recommend students to use the SLAC lab on campus. GPA is about
half the game for law school applications and Texas State has provided a
great tutoring system so everyone can have a high GPA, even in the hardest of
classes.
Q: What makes your organization special/unique?
A: Phi Alpha Delta is the only pre-law organization on campus, so
if you have any interest in law school you should check us out! Our main goal
is to give everyone the information they need for an educated decision about
law school. Also, Phi Alpha Delta is an international fraternity so once you
become a national member, you're a member for life. Phi Alpha Delta has a
history of successful members including Bill Clinton. So if you ever wished to
be Bill Clinton's brother, join P.A.D.
Q: What is something you wish someone would’ve told you before you
started your college journey?
A: I was very excited coming into college and at first I was on
top of everything. However, it is easy to lose motivation especially with so many
distractions. I recommend not procrastinating and to keep your long term goals in mind to stay motivated, but have fun too.
Q: How can students join your organization?
A: We meet every other Monday in McCoy 333. Our next meeting is
March 9th. Come and check us out and if you like what you see we can get you
registered with the national office for a on time fee of $100 and a chapter
fee $75 every semester.
