Together as Buckeyes—Academic Year 2022-23

 

As a community, we are stronger.

The Ohio State Law experience will be different this year, but our core values remain unchanged. We put students first. We strive for excellence. We are a community where everyone belongs, we lift each other higher, and we work together to be better.

As Buckeyes, we’re in this together.

We continue to adapt to help you do your best. Now more than ever, Buckeyes must lead with purpose and compassion. Even as the COVID-19 pandemic presents unparalleled challenges, we know that as a community we are uniquely situated to rise to the occasion. Buckeyes are resilient, and by working together, we will meet the world’s evolving challenges—today and tomorrow.

View the FAQs for the topics below to learn how we are adapting to the changed circumstances of the day.

 

FAQs

What is the academic calendar for this year?

Please review the Academic Calendar for information about the dates of classes.

 

How will classes be taught this year?

Instruction at Ohio State and Ohio State Law will continue to consist primarily of in-person courses, with a small percentage of classes being taught online. You may view your class schedule and instructional mode on Buckeye Link.

 

Where will my classes meet?

You can view your course schedule, including classroom location, on BuckeyeLink.

 

What happens if I’m not feeling well and need to stay home from my in-person class that day?

If you are feeling ill, please do not come to campus. Anyone who has a symptom of an illness should stay home. When a student is ill or is ordered to isolate or quarantine, the student, faculty members, and the College will work together to determine flexible solutions. Students will not be penalized for absences that result from following University policies or governmental orders regarding isolation or quarantine.

 

Will classes be recorded? 

To the greatest extent possible, cognizant of client confidentiality requirements and pedagogical limitations, faculty are encouraged to record their classes and make the recordings available to students. Each faculty member will communicate their recording policy clearly to students at the beginning of the semester.

 

What will grading look like for the 2022-23 academic year?

The College of Law will use our traditional grading system, detailed in our Faculty Rules.

 

Are there options if I cannot complete my work this semester due to COVID-19?

Yes. Our existing Faculty Rules provide an option for students who cannot complete their course work by the end of a semester to take a temporary grade of “Incomplete.” Under Rule 9.50, the faculty member teaching the course shall set a date certain for completion of course work. That date may be as late as the end of the examination period of the semester following the semester in which the course was offered.

 

What if I need accommodations?

Students who may need COVID-19 or any other form of accommodations should contact Student Life Disability Services for information and assistance.

  

Are there support services available to students whose coursework or performance is affected by the pandemic?

Yes. We understand that pandemic-related uncertainty is a significant source of stress, and we know that many students are worried about how COVID-related hardships might affect your ability to complete the work in your courses this semester. We are committed to supporting student success and well-being along every dimension.

 

Moritz students may schedule an appointment with a CCS counselor, including our embedded counselor, Audia Fraley, by working through the university’s Counseling and Consultation Service’s appointment scheduling process. Moritz students also have access to urgent care and triage counseling provided by Ohio State. Both the Wexner Medical Center and the Ohio State Chief Wellness Officer have made available helpful mental health online resources specific to the coronavirus pandemic.

 

Any student who feels the pandemic is impacting their ability to complete course work should reach out for assistance.  Dean Nealy is available for guidance for JD students. LLM and MSL students should contact Dean Pham.They can help you navigate any needs you may have for accommodations. They also can field questions about your eligibility for emergency funding sources.

 

Will faculty and staff offer office hours in person or virtually? 

Faculty and staff will hold a combination of virtual and in-person office hours. Each faculty and staff member will communicate their availability clearly in multiple, readily available, formats.

 

Is the College of Law prepared to operate completely virtually if this becomes necessary?

Yes. The College of Law has engaged in contingency planning and will be prepared to operate virtually, if this becomes necessary.

 

What are the building hours for Autumn Semester 2022?

College of Law students, staff, and faculty will have swipe-card access to Drinko Hall, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with their BuckID.

 

 

Will I be able to enter the building from any Drinko Hall door with swipe access?

Public access to the building will be limited to the main foyer doors on the North side of the building (facing 12th Avenue). Members of the College of Law community will also be able to use any exterior door using their BuckID.

 

What are the Law Library hours for the Autumn semester?

Please consult the library’s website: Law Library Hours.

 

Who will be allowed to access the Law Library?

As of the beginning of Autumn semester, the Law Library will be open to all members of the public during open hours.

 

Will there be someone staffing Drinko Hall’s Welcome Desk who can provide direction, information, and back-up PPE for anyone entering the building?

Yes. The Welcome Desk in the front foyer of Drinko Hall will be staffed during most building open hours. The person staffing this desk will be able to direct entrants to classrooms, answer general questions, and provide spare masks to anyone who enters the building and would like one. Please respect physical distancing when speaking with the Welcome Desk staff.

  

Will students be able to access normal student spaces (e.g., common rooms, journal suites) in Drinko Hall?

Yes. These spaces will be accessible.

 

Will students still have access to printing facilities?

Yes.

 

Will the bathrooms in Drinko Hall be accessible?

Yes. Bathrooms will remain open.

 

Will the elevators be available for use?

Yes. The elevators will remain fully accessible and will be cleaned regularly. For additional convenience, cleaning/sanitizing supplies will be made available near the elevators.

 

Will Drinko Hall be cleaned regularly?

 Yes. The building will be cleaned regularly. Moreover, extra cleaning/sanitizing supplies will be made available throughout the building.

How do I meet with College of Law faculty and staff?

Faculty and staff will hold a combination of virtual and in-person office hours. Each faculty and staff member will communicate their availability clearly in multiple, readily available, formats.

More detail about how to contact specific staff members is below.

 

How do I work with the Career Development Office?

Upper-level students will continue to work with their currently assigned career advisors.  1Ls will receive advisor assignments early in the fall semester.  Advisors are available for appointments and drop-ins.  Any questions about your advisor assignment may be directed to Kim Barker. 

Career Development Programs are announced in the weekly Career Development Bulletin emailed to students on Mondays, and they are also posted on the Moritz Events Calendar. 

 

Where do I go for questions about financial aid or residency?

Questions about your financial aid, Statement of Account, Residency, and other general aid questions can be directed to lawfinaid@osu.edu.

If you are going to apply for residency reclassification, please review this guide from the Ohio State Registrar.

If you are deferring federal loans and need proof of enrollment from the College, email necessary paperwork to moritzstudentaffairs@osu.edu.

 

How do I obtain information relating to records or registrar matters? 

Please submit your questions to moritzstudentaffairs@osu.edu.

 

How do I meet with my Academic Advisor?

LL.M. and MSL students can seek advising from Dean Pham.

J.D. students should contact Assistant Dean Darren Nealy. You can make an appointment to meet with Dean Nealy here, via text message (614.698.8890), or by phone (614.688.4676 or 614.698.8890).

 

Where do I go to discuss or address issues relating to Diversity and Inclusion?

Please contact Associate Dean Kathy Northern.

 

How can I sign up for or ask questions about Mentoring & More @ Moritz?

Individuals with questions about Mentoring & More @ Moritz should contact MoritzMentoring@osu.edu.

 

How can I sign-up or ask questions about Program on Law and Leadership?

Please contact Bridget Kahle.

 

How can I ask questions about the Moot Court program?

Please contact Bridget Kahle.

 

How can I ask questions about Election Law @ Moritz?

Please contact Gillian Thomson.

 

How can I ask questions about the Program on Data and Governance?

Please contact Jared Ott.

 

How can I ask questions about the Program on Law, Finance, and Governance?

Please contact Brenda Robinson (614.247.8879).

 

How can I ask questions about the Drug Enforcement and Policy Center?

Please contact Jana Hrdinová.

 

Who do I contact about adding events to the College calendar? 

Please contact Brenda Robinson.

 

How can I connect with student organizations?

If you are looking for a specific student organization, we recommend utilizing the university student organization search engine, a wonderful tool for determining an organization’s leadership contacts.

If you’re looking to find out which student organizations may be of interest to you, please contact Assistant Dean Darren Nealy.

 

What mental health resources are available for College of Law students?

Both the College of Law and the university have mental health resources available for students. We are committed to supporting student success and well-being along every dimension.

 

Moritz students may schedule an appointment with a CCS counselor, including our embedded counselor, Audia Fraley, by working through the university’s Counseling and Consultation Service’s appointment scheduling process.Moritz students also have access to urgent care and triage counseling provided by Ohio State. Both the Wexner Medical Center and the Ohio State Chief Wellness Officer have made available helpful mental health online resources specific to the coronavirus pandemic.

 

Any student who feels the pandemic is impacting their ability to complete course work should reach out for assistance.  Dean Nealy is available for guidance for JD students. LLM and MSL students should contact Dean Pham.They can help you navigate any needs you may have for accommodations. They also can field questions about your eligibility for emergency funding sources.