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As the fall semester approaches, Colorado Law is proud to highlight some of our incoming Master of Laws (LLM) students. The LLM program fully immerses students in Colorado Law and offers inclusive access to programming, courses/modules, and the greater University of Colorado Boulder campus. LLM students have unique and diverse backgrounds and experiences that enrich our community of scholars and students, while advancing Colorado Law’s intellectual leadership across the globe.ÌýÌý

In this edition, we learn more about Valentin Gutierrez. In addition to being a professional whitewater kayaker, ValentinÌýearned hisÌýLaw degree at Universidad de Mendoza in San Rafael, Argentina in 2021. Since then, he has been pursuing his whitewater kayaking career goals, competing internationally, teaching, and traveling around the world. Ìý

Meet the LLM class of 2024’s Valentin Gutierrez!Ìý

What inspired you to pursue anÌýLLMÌýdegree?ÌýÌý

VG: I like to be in dynamic environments and surrounded by people that are the best at whatÌýthey do. Getting to know the vast US economy and legal system from such a prestigious university as ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ was an opportunity I had to take.ÌýÌý

What are you most looking forward to in your move to Boulder?ÌýÌý

VG: I look forward to connecting with the amazingÌýColoradoÌýcommunity, getting better at climbing, and spending time in the mountains. I am also looking forward to further developing my knowledgeÌýin businessÌýand environmental law and gaining experience in the lawÌýfield.Ìý

What are your hobbies outside of work/school?ÌýÌý

VG: Whitewater kayaking, it's been taking up a lotÌýof my time. I also love to climb, ski and be outdoors.ÌýÌý

What makes Colorado LawÌýa great placeÌýto further your careerÌýand education? In other words, why did you choose Colorado Law?ÌýÌý

VG: The combination of easy access to the outdoors, plus the connections and high-standard classes that Colorado Law offers are what ultimately made me choose it.Ìý

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