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Congratulations to the Schulich School of Law’s Class of 2026!

In the coming weeks, we’ll feature Q&As with graduating law students who will reflect on their time at Weldon.ÌýToday we're talking to Enaya AbdElGaber.

Why did you want to attend the Schulich School of Law?

Schulich Law had always been on my radar because of the many great things I heard about its supportive and collegial environment. I also had friends who started at Weldon before I did, and they spoke so highly of the faculty and the school's close-knit community.

After attending Weldon Welcome Days, I felt confident that everything I’d heard was true and I could genuinely see myself as a Schulich Law student, studying in Halifax for the next three years.

In what ways were you involved with the law school community?

In my first year, I got involved with the Law Students' Society (LSS) as a section representative and the 1L Executive Representative. That involvement continued throughout law school, where I was elected the vice president executive in my second year and president in my final year.Ìý

I also volunteered with Pro Bono 91¶ÌÊÓƵ in 1L and 2L, where I was able to contribute to meaningful projects with the Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia and People's Advocacy & Transformational Hub (PATH).

What does the Weldon Tradition mean to you?

To me, the Weldon Tradition is about recognizing the privilege we hold as future legal professionals and using our knowledge of the law to serve our communities and advocate for social change.

My law school experience was shaped by this spirit of selfless public service. I feel incredibly fortunate to have been surrounded by classmates who embody this tradition and are deeply committed to helping others and bringing about meaningful change.

What is your favourite law school memory?

While it's hard to choose just one, my experience with PATH Legal in the summer after my first year stands out as a highlight of my law school journey. I was fortunate to be awarded the Arthur F. Miller Internship, which allowed me to spend 12 weeks working closely with the PATH team. One of the most meaningful parts of that experience was being entrusted with preparing parole submissions for a client, which ultimately contributed to the client being granted parole. The process of drafting the submissions itself was an invaluable learning experience, and the outcome made it even more rewarding.

What will you miss most about Schulich Law?

Without a doubt, I will miss the people. I feel lucky to have been part of such a tight-knit community where I met incredible individuals I call classmates, friends, and future colleagues. One of the bittersweet aspects of being at a school with such a national reach is that we come from all corners of the country, and we eventually disperse after graduation. I cherish the connections I built throughout law school and will miss being in the same building with everyone, learning from one another and from our amazing faculty. I will also miss Elizabeth's cookie tree!

What are your post-graduation plans?

I will be articling here in Halifax with Burchell Wickwire Bryson LLP. I am incredibly excited to begin my career there and gain exposure to a broad range of legal work.

Before that, I am looking forward to travelling this summer and spending time with friends and family.Ìý
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