Last week, I had the chance to bring members of Oglethorpe’s Pre-Law Advocacy Development Club to visit the Victim/Witness Unit at the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office in honor of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. It was a full-circle moment for me—last semester, I interned in that very office, and returning with my peers to show appreciation meant a lot both personally and professionally.

We brought donuts and coffee as a small gesture of thanks. Having worked alongside the victim advocates, I know how emotionally heavy and often thankless their work can be. These professionals support victims through every stage of the legal process—explaining court procedures, preparing them for testimony and offering consistent emotional support during incredibly vulnerable and difficult times. Their compassion, strength and dedication often go unseen, but they are absolutely essential to the justice system.

Walking back into that space as a visitor felt surreal. I watched my fellow club members ask thoughtful questions, listen closely and truly engage with the work being done. It wasn’t just a visit—it was a meaningful opportunity to witness the human side of justice and reflect on the kind of impact we hope to make in the future as future advocates and professionals.

This experience reminded me exactly why I founded the Pre-Law Advocacy Development Club. Yes, we’re preparing for law school—but more than that, we’re learning what it means to advocate, to serve and to lead with empathy. Seeing our members connect with professionals doing that work every day was a proud and inspiring moment.

A special thank you to our club’s vice president, Catherine Rubio, for helping organize the visit and making sure everything ran smoothly. I’m grateful we had the opportunity to give back, even in a small way—and I hope the experience stays with our members for years to come.