Coffee With The Dean Featuring 3L Jared Gheen

UCI Law Dean Austen Parrish interviewed third-year UCI Law student Jared Gheen, tracing his journey from rural Utah to UCI Law. Jared reflected on some of his favorite pro bono memories, highlighted his passion for advocacy work for the queer community, and shared his advice to aspiring law students.

About: Jared Gheen (he/him) is a 3L at UC Irvine School of Law. He is originally from a small town in rural Utah, where he grew up with his 7 siblings and a couple cows, pigs, and some chickens. He moved out to Orange County a couple weeks before the start of his 1L year. He's dedicated to pro bono work and advocacy work, specifically surrounding the queer community. In his spare time, Jared enjoys game nights, going to the beach, and spending time with friends.