J.D. Orientation: Welcome Class of 2026 and 2027!
Orientation Events
- August 15 | Tour of Newark, 3:30-5:00 p.m. (Optional - In Person- Limit of 25 participants) - Learn more & RSVP.
- August 17 | Law School Orientation Day 1, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. (Required - In person) - View schedule.
- August 18 | Lawyering Day, 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. (Required - In person) - View schedule.
- August 18 | Student Organization Fair, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Atrium (Optional - In person).
- August 18 | Welcome Reception Happy Hour, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. | Schiff Lawn (Optional - In person).
First Release (7/25/23)
- Honor Code for Students
- Accessing Class Schedule and First Class Assignments (Check individual courses on Blackboard via Lawnet)
- Transfer Write-on Competition - the transfer write-on competition will take place July 31st 11:00 am - August 14th 11:00 am. Transfer students who wish to participate must email Michael McBride by 11:59 pm on July 27th to express an interest in participating.
- 1L Law School Success Research Guide
- Introduction to Lawyering (Letter with Orientation Information) | United States v. Reid | Essential Lawyering Skills | Global Lawyering Skills (Note: Read Letter first)
- Name/Pronouns – Any student who has not yet shared, or wishes to change, their chosen name and pronouns with Law School Admissions may inform the law school of such by emailing [email protected].
- Photo/Media Release (submission required)
- Instructions for Upload of Immunization Documentation
- Health Insurance
- 1.Please review health insurance coverage brochure.
- 2.Please select “waive coverage or opt-in” to make your 2023-2024 health insurance selection.
- How to View/Pay My Bill
- Tuition & Fees
- Laptop Requirements
Second Release (8/8/23)
- Academic Calendar (2023-2024)
- Ordering Your Fall Books
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion Orientation Preparation (see attached)
- Student Emergency Contact Information
- Information on Your Tuition Bill
- Accessing Cloud/Portal Account
- Review: Student Parking Options
- please read rules and instructions here.
- Request a Locker