The LSU College of Humanities & Social Sciences and the LSU Law Center are hosting Geaux Pre-Law Week Monday, November 7th through Friday, November, 11th. All LSU students are welcome to attend Geaux Pre-Law Week activities to learn more about law school admissions, the HSS 3+3 Pre-Law program, and how to prepare for success.
Monday, November 7
Law School Information Fair
Royal Cotillion Ballroom-250 LSU Student Union
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Undergraduate students interested in law will have an opportunity to meet with representatives from over 60 different law schools from around the country. Talk with admissions representatives from your law schools of interest and find out what they are looking for in their top law school applicants.
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Undergraduate students interested in law will have an opportunity to meet with representatives from over 60 different law schools from around the country. Talk with admissions representatives from your law schools of interest and find out what they are looking for in their top law school applicants.
Click here for a list of participating law schools.
LSAC Ambassador Review of the LSAT
International Room-303 LSU Student Union
3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Do you want to learn about the LSAT digital format? Hear firsthand from a representative
of the Law School Admission Council in discussing the changes made to the LSAT as
well as an overview of the test.
Tuesday, November 8
Resume Writing Workshop
Capital Chamber Room-329 LSU Student Union
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Did you know that your resume is a reflection of your personal brand? Join us for a Resume Writing Workshop on how to showcase your personal brand and impress the law school admissions committee. During this workshop, participants will:
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Did you know that your resume is a reflection of your personal brand? Join us for a Resume Writing Workshop on how to showcase your personal brand and impress the law school admissions committee. During this workshop, participants will:
- Create a resume that is tailored for law school applications.
- Identify how to communicate qualifications effectively and strategically to law schools.
- Translate skills into experience that stresses results and accomplishments.
Pre-Law 101
Capital Chamber Room, 329 LSU Student Union
12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Have questions about being a pre-law student? Need information about 3+3 opportunities
in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences? You don't want to miss Pre-Law 101,
where you will get all of the information you need to stay on track with your law
school goal!
**Note that this presentation is intended for freshmen and sophomores. Juniors and
seniors should plan to attend Pre-Law 102 and Beyond! on Thursday.
LSU Law Student Panel
Capital Chamber Room, 329 LSU Student Union
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Hear from some of LSU Law's top student leaders in a discussion about their experiences
in law school.
Pre-Law Society Information Session
5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
**Please note that this event will be virtual. Interested students must register in
advance through the link below, and they will be sent a Zoom link on the day of the
event.
Network with members from LSU's undergraduate Pre-Law Society and hear about this
exciting student organization!
Wednesday, November 9
Financial Aid 101
Magnolia Room-301 LSU Student Union
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
The LSU Financial Aid & Scholarships team will help guide you through your aid options
in preparing for law school. Don't miss this practical and informative workshop!
Harvard Law School Information Session
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
**Please note that this event will be virtual. Interested students must register in
advance through the link below, and they will be sent a Zoom link on the day of the
event.
Are you interested in learning more about Harvard Law School, one of the nation's most prestigious law schools and a top 5 law school as identified by U.S. News & World Report? Join the Admissions team from Harvard Law School for a virtual Q&A session.
Mock Trial Team Information Session
Magnolia Room-301 LSU Student Union
2:00 p.m.-3:00p.m.
Connect with members from LSU's undergraduate Mock Trial Team. Learn more about how to get involved with this student organization and get details on upcoming events!
2:00 p.m.-3:00p.m.
Connect with members from LSU's undergraduate Mock Trial Team. Learn more about how to get involved with this student organization and get details on upcoming events!
LSU Law Open House
4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
**Interested students must register in advance through the link below, and they will
be sent additional details prior to the event.
Learn more about LSU's Paul M. Hebert Law Center from the LSU Law Admissions team,
students, faculty, and staff! Attend via Zoom or in-person. Sign up using the link
below to participate.
Thursday, November 10
Personal Statement Workshop
Capital Chamber Room-329 LSU Student Union
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Writing a personal statement may seem like the most daunting task in the application process. To write a statement that will help win a seat in the law program of your choice, you need to think like a member of the admissions committee. During this workshop, participants will:
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Writing a personal statement may seem like the most daunting task in the application process. To write a statement that will help win a seat in the law program of your choice, you need to think like a member of the admissions committee. During this workshop, participants will:
- Understand the purpose of the personal statement and the necessary components of a strong personal statement.
- Identify how to effectively tell their story through reflection and pre-writing activities.
Financing Your Legal Education
Capital Chamber Room-329 LSU Student Union
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Join representatives from Campus Federal Credit Union to discuss options on how to
finance your legal education.
Pre-Law 102 and Beyond!
Capital Chamber Room-329 LSU Student Union
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Students will have the opportunity to explore the LSAC.org website, the hub for the law school application. Details will be shared about registering
for the LSAT and beginning the law school application process.
**Note that this presentation is intended for juniors and seniors.
Friday, November 11
LSU Law Class Visit
212 LSU Law Center
10:20 a.m.-11:20 a.m.
Sit in on distinguished LSU Law Professor William Corbett's Torts class for an engaging
classroom experience!
Loyola Law School Virtual Open House
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
**Interested students must register in advance through the link below, and they will
be sent additional details prior to the event.
Wrap up Geaux Pre-Law Week by exploring Loyola Law School, one of our New Orleans
neighbors! Connect with members of their Admissions team to learn more about opportunities
available through Loyola Law.
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