All Oral Histories
An Interview with Stephanie and Michael Chu
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Interview Date
11-16-2023
Description
"...we formed these amazing relationships in law school and throughout our careers... We're so in touch with so many people and I'm so thankful for that. It's enriched our lives, both of our lives so much." -- Mike Chu
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Stephanie and Michael Chu were interviewed on November 16, 2023, in William & Mary Media Center’s production studio. Navigating through their illustrious careers and personal journeys was made seamless by their attentiveness and quick-witted responses. Their shared experiences at William & Mary Law School, involvement in student publications, and subsequent impactful contributions to the legal and educational sectors unfolded with vivid anecdotes and insights. The interview was not just informative but also infused with a light-hearted spirit, as jokes flowed effortlessly between the two.
They begin by describing their upbringing and how they came to W&M for law school. They discuss the close-knit community and various activities in which they participated. They describe the difficulties associated with finding jobs after graduating and the importance of showing up to support their community. They reflect on the significance of building meaningful relationships and having opportunities for creativity in both your life and your career.
Run Time
01:34:29
Keywords
Jayne Barnard, Robert Bryant, Davison M. Douglas, Alemante Gebre-Selassie, Robert E. Kaplan, Frederic I. Lederer, James E. Moliterno, Beckie Pasipankie, William H. Rehnquist, Rodney A. Smolla, Amicus Curiae, Asian American law students, Asian American lawyers, Fairy Tale Trials, Law school community, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association, Summer in Madrid (study abroad program)
Local Identifier
OH.2023.008
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Recommended Citation
Chu, Stephanie Rever; Chu, Michael; and Zhang, Gongyu (Jerry), "An Interview with Stephanie and Michael Chu" (2023). All Oral Histories. 9.
https://scholarship.law.wm.edu/oralhist_all/9
Comments
A transcript and guide to the oral history are available as additional files, above.