The Institute provides opportunities for students that emphasize the value and habit of service to the community. As part of the School of Law's commitment to public service, all students are required to perform 20 hours of uncompensated law-related public service in order to graduate.
The purpose of the graduation requirement is threefold:
to incorporate public service into the law school experience and to encourage and nurture the habit of providing pro bono legal services.
to engage students in the delivery of important legal services to underserved populations and the community.
to develop students' legal skills and knowledge through hands-on experience working with public interest lawyers.
Special Public Service Opportunities through Law School – Community Partnerships
