This article is part of a series focusing on the grads of the Dalhousie Class of 2025. Spring Convocation takes place May 30 and from June 9-19 in Halifax and Truro. Read all our profiles聽here in one place聽as they are published.
From the Schulich School of Law, meet Lorenze Cromwell.
Why did you want to attend the Schulich School of Law?
As an eighth-generation African Nova Scotian, I wanted to make positive changes for my community. The Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq (IB&M) Initiative played a huge part in my choice to attend the Schulich School of Law. Knowing that members of my community have been represented within the student body and faculty at Schulich Law was one of the most important reasons behind my decision.聽
In what ways were you involved with the law school community?
At Schulich Law I had the privilege of being involved with the Dalhousie Black Law Students鈥� Association (DBLSA), serving as the society鈥檚 president for the 2024-2025 academic year. My time with DBLSA allowed me to foster advocacy, joy, and community with other Black law students. Additionally, I was able to produce novel scholarship, for which I was recognized in 2024 with the JSD Tory Writing Award and the Nova Scotia Barristers鈥� Society聽(NSBS) Race and the Law Essay Prize. Being able to represent my community and heritage within my academic work has been an empowering law school experience.聽
What does the Weldon Tradition mean to you?
To me, the Weldon Tradition means pursuing legal advocacy and change for those who find themselves on the margins.聽
What is your favourite law school memory?
My favourite law school memory is travelling to Toronto to participate in the Julius Alexander Isaac Moot in 2024. It was truly an amazing learning opportunity where I could implement my legal knowledge in a practical setting, while also taking part in a meaningful networking experience where I connected with law students and legal professionals from across the country. The moot鈥檚 collegial and competitive environment was fun and unique, and allowed me to visualize my approach to the practice of law.聽
What will you miss most about Schulich Law?
The thing I will miss most is being able to share unique experiences with my colleagues in an academic environment. The law is such a dynamic field which reflects the social backdrop of our communities. It was amazing navigating the underlying social dilemmas within the law alongside my peers 鈥� whether it was the collective sigh of relief we shared at the end of a gruelling exam period or advocating for change within the law school through civil disobedience 鈥� and I will miss the connections and experiences I formed with them.
What are your post-graduation plans?
Following my graduation, I will spend my articles clerking at the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal.聽Outside of my professional work, I hope to travel this summer, spend time with family, and finally set aside some time to enjoy my hobbies again.