Jami DeSantis

Jami earned her BA at Connecticut College, where she double majored in English and classical civilizations and obtained her teaching certification. She then pursued an MA in curriculum and teaching from Fairfield University before attending Columbia University and law school. She also obtained a degree in advanced educational leadership from the University of New England. 

Jami began her career as an educator in Connecticut public schools, teaching middle and high school English. She also developed and facilitated workshops on writing and teaching for educators. At Connecticut College, she was invited to serve as interim Writing Center Director, where she supported students of all ability levels and collaborated with faculty to enhance students’ writing and study skills. While at Connecticut College, she traveled with the admissions team to New York City schools to assist students with their admissions essays. Additionally, Jami has designed and led workshops and tutoring sessions on various topics, including time management, organization, writing, and college and law school admissions.

During her EdM studies at Columbia University, Jami developed an interest in the legal field and transitioned from teaching to pursue a JD. As a law student, she conducted research on the evolution of teaching methods in law schools and truancy policies in education. She also served as an education extern with the Connecticut Senate, where she evaluated the effectiveness of a State Department of Education program. This project, and her success in law school, earned her two CALI Awards. During law school, Jami’s work regarding faculty priorities and scholarship was published in the Journal of Higher Education. 

Most recently, Jami worked in the legal recruiting field, placing attorneys and legal professionals at firms across the country. She currently serves as the Assistant Director of the Center for Career Development at UConn School of Law, where she advises students on career development and employment opportunities in both the private and public sectors and oversees clerkship placements. She currently works with the admissions team to hold programming for students applying to and accepted to UConn Law. 

As a law school admissions coach, Jami takes a structured approach, providing clear plans and step-by-step guidance to help students confidently navigate the complex application process. She is flexible and adapts quickly to each student’s unique needs, adjusting strategies as necessary. Her detail-oriented mindset ensures every part of the application—from essays to resumes—is polished and thoughtfully crafted.

Outside of education, Jami enjoys making cards, planning and hosting events, and traveling to Greece.