Christina Luk
Hometown: San Leandro, California
Education: B.A. in English and East Asian studies, Johns Hopkins University; M.A. in humanities, University of Chicago
Student organizations/extracurricular activities: Asian Pacific American Law Students Association; Diversity Advisory Council; Virginia Law Weekly; Law, Innovation, Security & Technology; Student Bar Association; Virginia Journal of International Law
What does diversity mean to you? Diversity is an ongoing project to create an environment and community where everyone can thrive. This means more than recognizing and celebrating differences; it means dedicating resources to underrepresented groups so that all students can reach their full potential.
My voice at UVA Law was heard when… I ran for Student Bar Association senator and became chair of the Diversity Advisory Council. Diversity at the Law School is something I care passionately about and chairing DAC has given me new insight into how the administration is working to improve it. There is always more to be done, but I’m confident that we’re making headway. It’s heartening how much support I’ve gotten from Student Affairs, Admissions, Career Development and the Dean’s Office.
Advice for those considering applying to, or attending, UVA Law: Get involved! You get what you put into your community. Whether it’s club activities or other extracurriculars, find something you are passionate about and get involved. That’s how you’ll meet your best friends.
The community spirit: The first thing that struck me about the Law School when I arrived for orientation is how easy it is to talk with everyone. People here are super open to sharing their experiences and learning from each other. I think that’s what makes us such an engaged community — we care about each other and that shows in the way we interact. Students here are collaborative in their studies. I can’t count the number of times I’ve talked through a tough case with a classmate or had an upperclassman come through with a clutch outline. We help each other out and that makes us better scholars and future attorneys.