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ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ Law Fall 2023 Open House, 10/21

Discover Your Future in Law

 

Saturday, October 21
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
In-person or virtual

Laurence E. Hirsch ’71 Classroom (Room 101)
John F. Scarpa Hall
299 N. Spring Mill Rd., ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥, PA 19085

 

The ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ University Charles Widger School of Law invites prospective students to an open house on October 21, 2023.

 

What to Expect

Engage with Faculty and Staff: Interact with faculty and staff who are dedicated to your success. Learn about the innovative teaching methods and personalized mentorship that set ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ apart.

Meet Current Law Students: Get a firsthand account of life at ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ from current law students. Hear about their experiences, insights and our supportive community.

Experiential Learning at Its Best: Explore our renowned clinics and experiential programs that offer students invaluable real-world skills and prepare them to excel in a dynamic legal landscape.

Centers of Excellence: ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ Law is home to an institute and four centers that provide students the opportunity to pursue innovative, interdisciplinary legal fields through study, practical experience and mentorship.

Insight into the Curriculum: Gain insight into our comprehensive and forward-thinking curriculum designed to empower you with a solid foundation in legal principles while fostering critical thinking and adaptability.

Admissions and Financial Aid: Learn about our application process, tips for a successful application and financial aid options available to support your educational journey.

 

Agenda

Subject to change

9:30 AM: Check-In, Registration and Continental Breakfast

 

10:00 AM: Welcome Remarks

  • Mark C. Alexander, the Arthur J. Kania Dean and Professor of Law
  • Melissa Lee, Assistant Dean for Admissions

 

10:15 AM: Admissions Information Session

  • Stephen Fediuk, Assistant Director of Admissions 
  • Susanna Warren, Associate Director of Admissions

 

10:50 AM: The ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ Law Clinical Experience

  • Caitlin Barry, Professor of Law, Director of the Farmworker Legal Aid Clinic, Co-Director of the Community Interpreter Internship Program & Director of the Clinical Program
  • Daniel Cortes, Assistant Professor of Law & Director of Clinic for Asylum, Refugee and Emigrant Services
  • Amanda Rogers, Assistant Professor & Director of the Clemency Clinic
  • Christine Speidel, Associate Professor of Law & Director of the Federal Tax Clinic

 

11:25 AM: Lunch

 

12:30 PM: ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ Law Centers of Excellence

  • MarySheila McDonald, John F. Scarpa Professor of Entrepreneurship, Director of the Reza Taleghani JD/MBA Program & Director of the John F. Scarpa Center for Entrepreneurship and Law
  • Michael Moreland, University Professor of Law and Religion & Director of the Eleanor H. McCullen Center for Law, Religion and Public Policy
  • Samantha Myers, Centers Program Manager
  • Robby McClain '24
  • Christian Novarro '25
  • Jonathan Passero '25
  • Rachel Smith '25

 

1:05 PM: "Ask a Student" Panel

  • Rachael Cook '25
  • Phoebe Cooper '24
  • Mackenzie Jeffery '24
  • AJ Melillo '25
  • Caity Rogowski '24

 

1:40 PM: Scholarships

  • Janine Dunlap Kiah, Director for Public Service and Pro Bono Initiatives & Adjunct Professor
  • Audrey Heuser '24
  • Nic Johnson '25

 

2:20 PM: Law School Tour or Student Organization Fair

10:00 AM: Welcome Remarks

  • Mark C. Alexander, the Arthur J. Kania Dean and Professor of Law
  • Melissa Lee, Assistant Dean for Admissions

10:15 AM: Admissions Information Session

10:50 AM: The ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ Law Clinical Experience

11:25 AM: Break

12:30 PM: ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ Law Centers of Excellence

1:05 PM: "Ask a Student" Panel

1:40 PM: Financial Aid & Scholarships