In this special episode of Success Unlocked, Dr. Adrienne Shnier sits down with Katie Gibbs, Deputy Director of Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity (PAD), and LaShatá Grayson, PAD’s Director of Training and Growth, to discuss the shared mission that brought Apply Yourself Global (AYG) and PAD together. The conversation explores community over competition, equity in legal education, and the power of coaching students toward success, academically, professionally, and personally.

Together, they reveal how this partnership is transforming the way pre-law students approach applications, mental health, and leadership through PAD’s upcoming Pre-Law Conference, where AYG will present two key workshops: The Perfect Personal Statement and Mental Health in the Application Process.

What You’ll Learn

✔ The origins of PAD and how it became a “fraternity of firsts” in the legal world
✔ Why AYG and PAD’s missions align around service, integrity, and authentic community
✔ How AYG’s coaching approach helps students shift from fear and competition to clarity and confidence
✔ What students can expect from the 2025 PAD Pre-Law Conference: including networking, mock trials, and workshops with AYG
✔ How to craft personal statements that stand out by embracing your lived experience
✔ Why mental health, mindset, and sustainability are non-negotiables for success
✔ Dr. Adrienne’s personal story of “unlearning competition” and building Apply Yourself on a foundation of care and community

Resources Mentioned

Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity (PAD.org) : Learn more about membership and the upcoming Pre-Law Conference
Apply Yourself Global (AYG) : Explore AYG coaching programs and Mastering Academic Applications

Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!

Connect with Adrienne!

Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself Global™! Email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM me on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal.

Ask the Expert

Have any questions on applications, success, test prep, and more? Send your questions us, or you can submit an audio file via Instagram DM and we can feature you on the podcast!

Work with Adrienne

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The Power of Partnership: How AYG and Phi Alpha Delta Are Shaping Future Leaders