Summers between law school semesters are often jam-packed with work and travel—and rising 2L Keri Jensen was able to combine both in the From Nuremberg to The Hague summer abroad program, held July 5 to Aug. 1, 2026.
Offered through Creighton University School of Law, From Nuremberg to The Hague helps students from law schools and universities throughout the U.S. and Germany to learn about the Holocaust in Nuremberg, the city that hosted the Nazi war crimes trials after World War II and is considered the birthplace of modern international criminal law.
“Being able to study international criminal law while experiencing the places where so much of that history unfolded has been everything I hoped it would be and more,” Jensen says. “I have been able to stand in some of the sites in Poland and Germany where crimes took place before and during WWII that should never be forgotten.”
Students in the program visited Germany, The Netherlands, Poland, and Austria, and also took classes about the impact of the Holocaust on international law’s development and the relationship between law, antisemitism, and the Holocaust.
“In the Hague, I had the opportunity to visit the International Criminal Court, the International Court of Justice, Kosovo Specialist Chambers, and Eurojust,” Jensen explains. “In Nuremberg, I have had classes in the Palace of Justice and spent time in Courtroom 600. At the opening of the International Moot Court, it was a thrill once again to stand on the floor of Courtroom 600 and watch as the qualifying teams from around the world were announced.”
Now that her 2L year is just weeks away, Jensen is reflecting on her first year at Utah Law.
“As a non-traditional student, choosing to attend law school was a big decision for me. I chose to attend the University of Utah’s S.J. Quinney College of Law because of its strong sense of community, and it has absolutely turned out to be a place where I have been able to grow both as an advocate and as a person,” she says. “What I love most is the people. I am fortunate to be part of a very collaborative and supportive class, and I have been impressed by the dedication of our professors and deans. Law school is demanding, but having people around you who genuinely want to see you succeed makes all the difference.”
Although she plans to explore multiple areas of practice during law school before committing to a career path, Jensen’s summer program reflects her passion for international law.
“Throughout law school, I hope to continue discover where I can make the greatest impact. I want to be able to advocate for people who may not have a voice,” she says. “I am also deeply interested in healthcare and emerging technology policy and have loved being a legal intern for the Utah Office of AI Policy. I am incredibly grateful for this journey so far and excited for what comes next.”