Hello First-Years!
Beyond Barnard will be having a ton of pre-law events on the horizon this fall, and new students especially are most welcome to join the pre-law overview session on September 15th. You can find the full list below!
Fall 2026 Pre-Law & Law, Government and Policy Focus Events
- Date & Time: Sep 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT
- Format: Virtual
- Summary: Join Esther Brot Simmons, Associate Director for Pre-Professional Initiatives, to demystify pre-law prep for any major. You'll learn how to align your experiences with American Bar Association priorities and master application timelines.
- Date & Time: Sep 29, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EDT
- Format: Virtual
- Summary: Matt Hedrick, Assistant Director of J.D. Admissions, introduces William & Mary’s "Citizen Lawyer" philosophy and walks through the application process from an admissions officer's perspective.
- Date & Time: Oct 6, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT
- Format: In-person
- Summary: Join representatives from Yale Law School on campus to learn about their academic programs, unique culture, and application components.
- Date & Time: Oct 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EDT
- Format: In-Person
- Summary: Meet admissions representatives from five top law schools in one place on campus. Learn how to frame your academic achievements and navigate the admissions process across these programs.
- Date & Time: Oct 26, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
- Format: Virtual
- Summary: Get an inside look at the University of Chicago Law School’s academic environment and culture. This session covers admissions timelines and resources to help determine if the program fits your goals.
- Date & Time: Oct 30, 2026 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM EDT
- Format: Virtual
- Summary: Connect with Georgetown Law admissions staff for an exclusive overview of their academic offerings, culture, and application process.
