Quincy’s Winning Essay:
The way that our criminal justice system is currently organized, it frames the defendant as guilty until proven innocent, which is the opposite of the way it should be. Time and time again, we see the negative consequences, whether this be in the courtroom, the media, or within conversations between friends and family. This is my why. This is why I chose to go to law school. I understand that one man alone can’t change the foundation of a broken system, but putting my foot in the door, getting myself out into the public, and helping those who need it most. This isn’t for recognition, this isn’t for a pat on the back, this is to help make change within a community that needs it despereately. The city of Minneapolis has seen and felt the effects not only of an unjust court system but also the trickling effects from the federal government. In the city where I call home, due process rights are continuously being violated, and going to law school, becoming a criminal defense attorney is a way that I believe I can help make real change. Which is why I am applying for this scholarship. Law school is extremely expensive and very lucrative to get into. With the help of Sieben Edmunds Miller, I believe that this will not only make law school more feasible, but game-changing for my family.
Do you know someone who could benefit from our Criminal Justice Scholarship?
We are currently accepting applications for the Spring 2027 Criminal Justice Scholarship! Please review the submission information, guidelines, and more on our scholarship page and send this to anyone you think would be a great candidate.
