Ballon, Lisbet

Martin J. Healy Scholarship
Expected year of graduation: 2013 | |
Any other scholarships received while here at Loyola | Honors-at-Entrance Scholarship |
Undergraduate Institution/Degree/Major | University of California—Los Angeles Sociology |
Hometown | Inglewood, California |
What attracted you to Loyola:
Dual Degree Program—J.D./M.A. with the School of Education in Comparative Law and Education
What is the greatest learning experience you have had at Loyola:
At Loyola, I have learned how to manage my time effectively enough not only to do well in school, but most importantly, to also follow my passion and be actively involved in the community.
Who inspires you and Why:
My parents, who came to this country in the early 80s with the dream to provide my sister and I a better life than they had, are my true inspiration.
Extracurricular Activities Hobbies and Interests:
Self-help legal clinic—summer law clerk, Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
Legal intern for education project, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
Civit rights office, Department of Education
Community service or other volunteer activities:
Latino Law Student Association, Education Law and Policy Society, Illinois Latino Law Student Association
Area of legal interest and or your intended practice area upon graduation:
Education Law