Joey He is a second-year JD student at the Peter A. Allard School of Law (Allard) and one of the Operations Officers for the Centre for Business Law. Before joining Allard, Joey received her Bachelor of Science with Distinction from the University of British Columbia, where she studied microbiology & genetics. While at Allard, Joey has held positions with the Allard Law and Business Society (ALBS), Pro Bono Students Canada, and the UBC Law Review. When she is not at Allard, Joey can be found trying out local cafes, experimenting with recipes, or reading new books.
Why did you choose Allard for law school?
After growing up in Vancouver and completing my undergraduate degree at UBC, Allard felt like the most natural choice. Staying in Vancouver allowed me to remain close to family and friends, which was a priority for me because I knew having a strong support system would be important during law school. I was also really impressed by Allard’s esteemed faculty, strong reputation, and many options for experiential learning.
What do you enjoy most about working for the Centre for Business Law?
My favourite part of the job is being able to connect students with business law resources. As an Operations Officer, I help organize events that give students the opportunity to learn about business law from leading experts in the field. These events are tailored with students’ needs and interests in mind, and they are resources that students might not otherwise be able to readily access. Plus, our events are often popular with 1L students, so I enjoy playing a part in providing them with what might be their first introduction to business law. It is incredibly fulfilling to support students in the pursuit of their interests.
What advice do you have for other students?
I would suggest that students focus on themselves and take the time to figure out what works for them in law school. Students often receive study advice from many different sources, which can be helpful but also overwhelming at times. It’s important to keep in mind that what works for certain people might not work for everyone, and that’s okay! Taking the time to trial-and-error different strategies will naturally point toward the most effective study methods.
Last Updated: December 2024