The aim of the Legal Studies Association is to empower Legal Studies majors and pre-law students by providing the resources, mentorship, and community needed to navigate the path to a legal career with confidence. Through networking opportunities, professional development, and peer support, we are committed to bridging the gap between undergraduate study and law school; ensuring that every student, especially those who are first-generation, never has to walk this journey alone.
Academic & Professional Development o Access to LSAT prep resources and study groups o Resume and personal statement workshops o Mock Law School Interviews o Panels with practicing attorneys and law school admissions officers Networking o Networking events with legal professionals and alumni o Connections to law school students who can offer mentorship o Access to internship and job opportunity postings Community & Support o A welcoming community of peers on the same path o Mentorship from upperclassmen who have navigated the pre-law process o First-gen focused support and guidance for navigating law school applications Events & Experiences o Law school campus visits and tours o Guest speakers from various areas of law o Social events to build community and friendships Resources o Access to a library of law school application materials and guides o Information on scholarships and financial aid for law school o Updates on relevant deadlines, events, and opportunities
Access to LSAT prep resources and study groups
o Resume and personal statement workshops
o Mock Law School Interviews
o Panels with practicing attorneys and law school admissions officers Networking
o Networking events with legal professionals and alumni
o Connections to law school students who can offer mentorship
o Access to internship and job opportunity postings Community & Support
o A welcoming community of peers on the same path
o Mentorship from upperclassmen who have navigated the pre-law process
o First-gen focused support and guidance for navigating law school applications Events & Experiences
o Law school campus visits and tours
o Guest speakers from various areas of law
o Social events to build community and friendships Resources
o Access to a library of law school application materials and guides
o Information on scholarships and financial aid for law school
o Updates on relevant deadlines, events, and opportunities
