Inside the Houston Undergraduate Law Review: A Conversation with the Co-Editors-in-Chief

In the third episode of Season 7 of Emphasis Added, we sit down with Justin Schnitzer and Annfaye Sternberg, Co–Editors-in-Chief of the Houston Undergraduate Law Review (HULR), to talk about their journeys into leadership and what it’s really like running a student-led legal journal. The conversation beginswith introductions and a look into what HULR is all about, from its mission to the different roles students take on behind the scenes.

Justin and Annefaye share how they each found their way to HULR, what drew them to legal writing, and how their academic experiences shaped their paths. Justin reflects on helping found the organization, while both share how they prepared for the responsibilities of serving as Editors-in-Chief and what it takes to guide a student-run publication.

Throughout the discussion, they offer insight into the day-to-day realities of leading HULR, from managing deadlines and coordinating teams to ensuring a smooth transition between editorial boards. They discuss the challenges they’ve faced, the strategies they’ve developed to stay organized, and their broader vision for HULR’s role in legal scholarship and student development.

Finally, Justin and Annefaye reflect on the personal and professional skills they’ve gained through their leadership, offering advice to students interested in joining HULR or pursuing similar opportunities. They close with thoughtful reflections on their experiences and how their time as Editors-in-Chief has shaped their future goals.

Tune in for an engaging conversation on student leadership, legal scholarship, and the impact of leading the Houston Undergraduate Law Review!

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