NLS encompasses a unique pedagogic model that I feel lucky to practice and complement in my teaching of sociology to law students. The NLS faculty is a community of fearless thinkers who think with the law about the world at large. I must add here, the absolute pleasure that the NLS classroom presents itself to be, for an instructor of sociology/anthropology: a group of young, agile minds with an insatiable hunger for thought.

Starting with rich discussions on “What is History? -by E.H. Carr” and debating various schools of jurisprudence, to witnessing spirited constitutional debates in the classroom, NLSIU taught me to look beyond the black letter of the law. That law school would provide an enriching classroom experience was known, but it also gave us a platform to hone our skills and talents beyond the classrooms.

Above all, NLSIU gave me a sense of community and belonging. Not only did I develop my closest friendships, but also learnt from a culturally diverse and super talented community – that was equally enthusiastic about organizing college fests as well as hosting a summer school for the children of our campus’ migrant workers.