Jessica Story

Aviation very much runs in the Story family, yes?

Yes! I was the fourth generation in my family to work for Boeing, but the first of us to actually fly a plane!

You're originally from the Pacific Northwest... how are you adjusting to the dry Vegas heat?

I love the heat but maybe that’s because it is still new and exciting to someone used to continuous rain. I joke to everyone that I’m now solar powered! The hardest adjustment was attempting to start a garden…in June. It’s okay, go ahead and laugh!

Seriously, though, what drew you to Boyd?

One of the things that was important for me was being part of a close-knit community. I didn’t want to be just another number in a classroom. Boyd was actually the first school I visited before I started applying and I immediately felt that there was so much potential to build a life and career here with how genuinely supportive everyone was. There are so many opportunities I don’t think I would have had elsewhere as a 1L. Just in my first few weeks I was able to help with some of the DACA renewals, and it was a great feeling to feel part of the community and give back.

As you navigate the first year, what have you learned about the landscape of law school?

I’m still figuring out the lay of the land, but I have definitely learned that there are abundant resources to help find your way. And if one person doesn’t have the answer, they usually know someone who does, so don’t be afraid to ask.