Moritz College of Law - The Ohio State University Law School


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become involved with the Program on Law and Leadership?

All Moritz College of Law students are invited to take advantage of the Program on Law and Leadership's events and services from the start of their academic careers. Becoming involved from the beginning allows students to get to know our staff and benefit from our events and activities. The program offers students resources to develop their leadership skills and knowledge. [back to top]

How do I become involved with the Program on Law and Leadership as an alumnus/a?

Alumni play an important role in guiding current students and sharing their experience and advice. As an alumnus/a, you may choose to become involved with the program through a variety of mentorship opportunities, including participation in the Mentoring and More @ Moritz and the Leadership Shadow programs and serving as a guest speaker. Please contact the program for further details. [back to top]

What is the Program on Law and Leadership's mission?

The mission of the Program on Law and Leadership is to develop leadership skills and awareness in all Moritz College of Law students and to create a community of legal practitioners with a lifelong commitment to achieving professional, organizational, community, and societal progress through the effective exercise of leadership. [back to top]

What courses does the program offer?

The college offers a pioneering leadership development course for law students, Lawyers as Leaders. In addition, a variety of dispute resolution, clinic, experiential, and other courses taught by Moritz faculty offer a wide array of curricular offerings. To learn more about these offerings visit the Education section of this web site. [back to top]

Can you send me any information regarding your executive programs?

At this time, the Program on Law and Leadership at Moritz does not offer executive education programs, but we are looking to launch a program of this kind in the future. [back to top]

What research opportunities, if any, are available through the program?

Please note that we frequently receive inquiries from people regarding the availability of paid/volunteer research positions. While the program generally does not hire staff, on occasion Professor Jenkins hires research assistants to assist with his research projects. These positions are limited to students enrolled in the J.D. or LL.M Program at Moritz. When openings are available, they are posted with the Moritz Career Services Office. [back to top]

What should I do if I have questions that have not yet been answered?

Contact the program staff at contact us. [back to top]