Kathie Duperval

Who are you? Tell us about yourself!

My name is Kathie Duperval, and I am a 3L at Georgetown Law, a Tech Law Scholar,andResearch Assistant at the Tech Institute. I’m originally from Brooklyn, New York, and I attended college at Cornell University, where I studied Industrial and Labor Relations. After graduation, I joined Paramount as an Ad Solutions Rotation Program Coordinator. After that, I participated in the SEO Law Program until I came to Georgetown for law school.

What drew you to Georgetown’s Tech Law Scholars Program?

I wanted to attend law school after taking a handful of law-related courses during undergrad. I became interested in the intersection of technology and media, and I was attracted to Georgetown Law’s opportunities in this space. I specifically became interested in the Tech Law Scholars Program after learning more aboutthe curriculum and overall exposure that the program provides students interested in technology law and policy.

What have you enjoyed most about your experience working as a Tech Institute Research Assistant?

I have really enjoyed the opportunity to network and meet like-minded people I’ve worked with, and I have enjoyed the research I have been able to do focused on new and emerging areas of technology law and policy. For example, last semester, I worked on an event focused on digital discrimination, where we discussed the FCC’s NPRM (notice of proposed rulemaking) on the matter.

Which class from the tech curriculum has been your favorite so far?

My favorites are a tie between Law and Business of Television with Professor Schneider and Information Privacy with Professor Chander. Both classes were incredibly helpful in teaching me more about the television industry as well as general privacy issues.

What are you looking forward to most about your 3L year?

I’m definitely looking forward to participating in the Communications & Technology Law Clinic this semester, and I’m really excited about the work I’ll do with the other students. I’m also looking forward to meeting the incoming class of students, especially those in the Tech Law program, to welcome them to the Georgetown Law community and assist them throughout their first year of law school.

What advice do you have for prospective students who are considering Georgetown Law?

I would encourage students to get involved in clubs and programs that specialize in their areas of interest and attend events to meet other students interested in the same area of focus. I’d also encourage students to speak to their professors. We have amazing Faculty Advisors for the Tech Institute, and many of them have been immensely helpful to me in my journey thus far.

What other interests do you have outside of law?

I love cooking and trying new restaurants! This summer, I tried a plethora of newrestaurants in NYC and DC, spanning various cuisines such as Korean, Caribbean, Cuban, and Greek. I’m constantly saving new recipes to try at home, so feel free to send a recipe my way!