Events 2023-2024

 Summer • September •October • November • December • January • February • March • April • May 

Summer Session

Summer kickoff group advising week 

• May 30, Tuesday (6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.) FALL APPLICANTS: Part I: PROCESS OVERVIEW: Law School Application & Personal Statement Workshop: This workshop targets students applying to law school during the 2023-2024 cycle for entry into law school in fall 2023. Please attend an application workshop for a comprehensive overview before scheduling your individual appointments to meet with the Pre-Law Advising Office one-on-one to help you develop and review your materials (we can meet several times) in connection with your applications. This session will be offered again during the summer on various dates and times. Again you only need to come to one App Workshop. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkde6upjwiGdzCQWODp5Ssd4AJPTKeNlGn 
• May 31, Wednesday (6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.) FALL APPLICANTS: Part II: NUTS & BOLTS: Deep Dive on Application Techniques: For law school applicants for the 2023-2024 cycle. This session provides additional insight into the various written components of the application. We will discuss in more depth: the personal statement, resume, diversity statement, addendum, supplemental essays and more. The deep dive is recommended but not required; it will repeat periodically and is directed at students who want further tips on synthesizing application materials. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqdOCrpjkqE9JkbpHI27LPPU_VlNt8YAVU 
• June 1, Thursday (6:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m.) RISING SENIORS & ALUMS: Planning Discussion for Fall 2023 AND FUTURE Law School Applicants. We will discuss steps to take now in connection with being prepared to apply to law school in the fall, including cleaning up your transcripts; requesting letters of recommendation; selecting LSAT/GRE test prep, and reasonable expectations with regard to standardized tests; associated application costs and making the most of the time remaining at Hunter. We will also discuss the value of working after college before attending law school, and the timing of big law recruiting for paralegal programs. Bring your questions! https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qc-qorD4rGtGQ9NL2uhiuN_hTxK6ex3-Y 
• June 6, Tuesday (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) RISING JUNIORS: Anticipating the law school application process for Fall 2024. Planning for law school - when done thoughtfully - is a TWO YEAR PROCESS. It is desirable to begin your application action plan junior year, with an eye toward getting in your applications early senior year. We will discuss: academic progress and distinguishing yourself; continued efforts to build your resume and campus relationships; LSAT, LSAT, LSAT (and GRE); and application and law school cost$$$$$$$$$. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkdO2hqzIsE9XrzT8MTbBGhPwnd8nAYAM0 
• June 7, Wednesday (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) INFORMATION SESSION - Summer JD Edge. Hunter is the ONLY undergraduate pilot for this program! JD Edge is a hybrid synchronous and asynchronous program designed by AccessLex to give students an understanding of the process and organization of law school. There are five modules, covering basic terminology, class strategy and preparation, the nature of law school exams, preparing for practice and legal professionalism, and law school finance. Live portions will include a live case-briefing walk-through and a mock law school class, take a mock final exam, and more. Supplemental Lessons provide insight into: the stages of litigation, the separation of powers, how to read a statute, and more. The program will begin July 1 and is free! The overall program is anticipated to last approximately 20 hours and materials will remain available after summer completion. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrceGoqTorG9R2BaLTPSI2XIKfmLuL_F8g
• June 13, Tuesday (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) RISING SOPHMORES: Developing your opportunities. Cultivating your interests inside and outside of the classroom, and building relationships, is key to be sure you are getting an education and not just a degree. It is also the way to become a strong law school applicant. We will discuss ways to make the most of your classroom and campus experiences; strategies for growing your pre-professional insight with regard to advocacy and the work of attorneys; how to research organizations and internships; and what it means to network.https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlcOmgrTguGNbF2q2E1VGWZa-sXxqeaRn_ 

Hunter EXCEL: Blackstone Legal & Compliance Summer Learning Series - Beginning June 6 - THIS PROGRAM IS NOW FULL.

The Blackstone Legal & Compliance Group offers Hunter College pre-law students the opportunity to experience a four-week series of presentations and workshops that will is to introduce students to the practice of law in the financial services industry, with a focus on the role of lawyers in the alternative asset management business. The program will consist of four (4) sessions to occur every Wednesday of June from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (90 minutes) and a bonus networking session to follow. The programming will all take place in person, on site at Blackstone's NYC offices and will include:

• a practical primer on the alternative asset management industry and the role and key responsibilities of legal counsel,
• an overview of “hot topics” within the industry, including ESG, crisis management and regulatory enforcement, and
• an opportunity to develop students’ communications and professional skillset and to network with Blackstone attorneys.

The first 45 minutes of each session will cover a topic in a lecture / Q&A format. The second 45 minutes will focus on developing students’ skills by working through several “real-life” scenarios. Blackstone will provide an advance light reading list with anticipated projects. Students are expected to attend all four sessions fully and participate actively in discussions. The program will be chaired by Peter Koffler, Senior Managing Director and 17-year veteran of the Blackstone Legal & Compliance team.

LSAT Summer Initiative with Carolyn Nelson - IN PERSON Begining June 6 - THIS PROGRAM IS NOW FULL.

Seats will be filled on an as available basis from eligible applicants. Students who completed the spring basic skills introduction have priority. A limited number of open seats are expected. This program is open only to Hunter degree seeking, matriculated students (seeking their first B.A.) AND Hunter alumni. Individuals must be registered with the Pre-Law Program. Please request a seat ASAP. https://forms.gle/2dikbzVrmdkk8PsK6

• The class meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings on the Hunter campus from 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm starting June 6
• There are 26 classes through the summer, and the program continues in September on Saturday afternoons on the Hunter campus for October testers
• Diagnostics to be completed by you on the weekend under test conditions 
• The student contribution is $550. Students who took the spring basic intro will have a $50 discount. 
• The program will prepare students to take the LSAT in either September or October 2023 
• NOTE THAT ALL STUDENTS MUST SUBSCRIBE TO LSAT PREP PLUS - AKA "LAWHUB" ON LSAC IN ORDER TO ACCESS PRACTICE MATERIALS. THAT SERVICE IS $99 FOR 12 MONTHS AND IS SEPARATE FROM THE FEES FOR THIS INSTRUCTION.

Summer Application & Personal Statement Workshop for FALL APPLICANTS for the CURRENT cycle. Get an early start! Please attend the workshops before scheduling your individual appointments to meet with the Pre-Law Advising Office one-on-one to help you develop and review your materials (we can meet several times) in connection with your applications. The two part workshop repeats - you only need to attend the cycle one time.

• Part I Comprehensive Overview: Understand the timing of the cycle and target dates, individual components of the application, law school selection, and other strategies for success. Sample personal statements will be discussed. Please note that these statements are not models, but a lens to reflect on what makes for a strong essay, and what does not.
• Part II Techniques Deep Dive: We will discuss in more depth the process of putting together the materials: the personal statement, resume, diversity statement, addendum, supplemental essays and more. Specific issues and details will be highlighted with samples.
• Dates/Times: Sessions will be at 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM on the following days noted below. Please register with your full name and Hunter email address.
• June: Part I Mon 26, Part II Wed 28 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvcuqqpzkoEtck7xW5NR_fklZh1ZioV82J
• July: Part I Tues 25, Part II Thurs 27 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtf-upqDoiHdJMdXiMqt46tzlx1mA5DMVR
• August: Part I Mon 21, Part II Tues 22 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkceGppjkvEtCsFLe6xxuTbvqAWP_RK91V

JD EDGE: Summer Hunter/AccessLex Introduction to the Law School Process - Starting July 1. Hunter is the ONLY undergraduate pilot for this program! JD Edge is a hybrid synchronous and asynchronous program designed by AccessLex to give students an understanding of the process and organization of law school. This is a self paced program, that also includes 4 live sessions on Tuesdays - 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1 @ 6:30. At Hunter we will supplement the program with optional weekly Wednesday meetings to discuss the materials and questions. For those who wish to progress through the materials with the Hunter group, expect to cover about 3.5 hours of material a week. The materials taken together equal about 20 hours of programming. The program also includes some supplemental materials in addition to those noted below.

Be sure to register on the Access Lex website for AskEdna, indicating that you are a Pre-Law Student associated with Hunter College. That is where materials will be shared.

To participate in OPTIONAL weekly Hunter syncrhonous group discussions on Zoom in six (6) Wednesdays from July 5 - August 9, from 6:30 - 7:15, please register at this link.

• Module One: Introduction to law school, time management, basic terminology, general structure of legal education
• Module Two: Class preparation, engagement, and post-class strategies, case reading and briefing, the Socratic method, and rule synthesis
• Module Three: Exam preparation, writing for law school exams, valuable study and memorization techniques, and the importance of taking practice exams.
• Module Four: Preparing for law practice, with lessons on stress management, professional expectations, licensure, Character and Fitness, landing a first job, and the bar exam experience.
• Module Five: Lessons include financing a legal education, the importance of mindset and critical reflection, and remembering the “why” in the decision to attend law school.

August

• August 16, Wednesday (6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.) Pre-Law Open House & Orientation: Introduction for all new Pre-Law students, at all levels. Hear about the many opportunities that the Hunter Pre-Law Program offers to students and meet the Pre-Law Advisor. Understand the path to law school, and become familiar with planning resources and strategies. Register in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcsfuCqpz4tGtw-bueHyxUq3eHJySkwIR9v
• August 21 & 22 (6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. each night) Application Workshops Part I and II. Please see notes above under summer programming for details. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkceGppjkvEtCsFLe6xxuTbvqAWP_RK91V

• August 30, Wednesday (2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.) LSAC Account Walk-Through — An overview through the eye of a law school candidate.  An LSAC Ambassador  will discuss how to set up an LSAC  account and provide students with a comprehensive presentation of all  the ways in which the account is used for a number of purposes. She will  also familiarize students with LSAC's Credential Assembly Service  (CAS), and demonstrate how the law school application process works. Recommended for 2023 and 2024 applicants. Register in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpceirrz8uGtwYcMiI0KipI7vif2Aj5GtA

September

October

• October 3, Tuesday (2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.) Monthly Pre-Law Society Meeting. Room 602 A/B East (inside the library on the 6th floor).
• October 4, Wednesday (12:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) REQUIRED: Roles at a Law Firm. This panel discussion with staffers from Ropes & Gray - a prestigious AmLaw 100 firm - will discuss the various non-attorney roles that support the business of the firm. If you are considering working before law school or prefer a non-lawyer role, this panel will explain the jobs of paralegals, the business side of law firm functions, and the contributions from different staff, including attorneys. For those students who are heading straight into law school, this discussion will provide understanding of the rhythm of the firm and what to expect from law-firm "life." Link to be provided by Ropes & Gray soon.
• October 6, Friday (4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.) Juniors Group Advising. Register in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtcOGsrzMpE9MCT2dD9cHfuxuRGEpsHtdZ
• October 13, Friday (4:00 - 5:00 p.m.) Sophomores Group Advising. Register in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUld-ypqjMjH9AN6yE7ZdUFKDD8jFNy6n4i
• October 20, Friday (4:00 - 5:00 p.m.) Freshmen Group Advising. Register in advance:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYldOGpqDwvGd2CWEjK-uxV7MA-eNhXBaYx
• TBD Is Law School Right for Me - Required for all Freshmen & Transfers
• TBD How to Network at the LSAC Forum
• October 13 & 14, Friday and Saturday (Timed entry) LSAC FORUM Networking will be most useful and recommended for those who are CURRENT APPLICANTS to law school, and those applying in 2024. The forum can also be useful for upper classmen who are considering applying to law school at a future time. At the forum, there is an in person workshop on law school application essentials; there are also on-demand workshops available for a limited time to forum attendees on LSAT, paying for law school, and more. The LSAC resource center at the forum has additional written materials on these topics, and also information on diversity opportunities. New York Hilton Midtown, 1335 6th Ave, New York, NY 10019. In Person. The event is free but you must register on the LSAC website.
• October 24 & 25 (7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. each evening) Application & Personal Statement Workshop for FALL APPLICANTS for the CURRENT cycle (descirption above). Part I Tues 24 , Part II Wed 25. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrdOCvrj4tGt0zUWTlIKPjeNejdObZ8zat

November

• November 7, Tuesday (2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.) Monthly Pre-Law Society Meeting. Room 602 A/B East (inside the library on the 6th floor).
• TBD Small Claims Court Training. Cosponsored by Hunter Pre-Law & NYPIRG. Small Claims Court Action Centers are based on college campuses and are staffed by trained college student volunteers and interns under the supervision of NYPIRG staff. Action Center counselors help community members revolve disputes and navigate the small claims court process, from case preparation to judgment collection.
• November 16 - November 18 (Thursday, Friday & Saturday)  Annual National Black Pre-Law Conference Sponsored by LSAC. The National Black Pre-Law Conference seeks to increase the numbers of competitive African American law school applicants. The conference is free for students but you will need to register. Please stay tuned. Sessions will be held at Boston University School of Law, Harvard Law School, and Harvard Graduate.
• November 21 & 28 (7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. each evening) Application & Personal Statement Workshop for FALL APPLICANTS for the CURRENT cycle (descirption above). Part I Tues 21, Part II Tues 28. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkc-CrqD8oEtFFuvsktyjdfR4H7ra8jzKb 
• TBD CLEO Super Saturday One Day Pre-Law Seminars, for Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and beyond (held online). The event is free but registration is required. Note: CLEO attempts to reach students from minority groups underrepresented in the legal profession. If you are not a minority student, you may participate if you are economically or otherwise disadvantaged. NOTE: CLEO NOW CHARGES A $20 FEE; SIMILAR INFO IS AVAILABLE FROM OTHER VENUES, SUCH AS THE ANNUAL BLACK PRE-LAW CONFERENCE (ABOVE) & THE NYC BAR DIVERSITY PREP CONFERENCE IN JANUARY AND ONGOING HUNTER PROGRAMMING.
• TBD Mock Application Review
• TBD LSAT OVERVIEW
  

December

• TBD Lawyer Connection
• December 18 & 20 (7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. each evening) Application & Personal Statement Workshop for FALL APPLICANTS for the CURRENT cycle (descirption above). Part I Mon 18, Part II Wed 20. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItdumgqjIsHNIhyikX3sSY9gxf44ydO8cF

January Intersession

• Winter Intersession: Moot Court Class. Moot Court is a challenging one credit Intersession course that simulates the appellate court setting. Students become knowledgeable about existing legal controversies, prepare legal arguments, and present a case before a mock judicial panel. By learning to read cases and make oral arguments, students gain insight into court-based decision making, as well as the role of lawyers and judges within the process.

When: The class will meet for 6 evening sessions in January. Final arguments (for which you must be present) will be held thereafter on two different evenings.

Who: Registration for the course is by permission only from the Pre-Law Advising Office. Participation is capped at 12 students, and is competitive. Your chosen major is not important. What is important is that you are eager to study the art of argument.

Once you have been accepted into the course by the Pre-Law Office, the Political Science Department will give you permission to register. Recruitment for this course will open before Thanksgiving.

• TBD Dreamleapers Professional Coaching Seminar - REQUIRED for All New Students, Transfers, and Freshmen for Good Standing in the Program, and all levels of students welcome. Harriette Cole will help you polish your presence and help you learn how to make a positive first impression so that you can network effectively through events at Hunter and beyond. The discussion will focus on what goes into a good elevator pitch and how to draw people in through body language.

February

• TBD Discussion Undergraduate Pipeline Summer Programs
• TBD Orientation for New Students
• TBD Spring Term Group Advising, Fridays at 4 pm (Seniors, Juniors, Sophomores, & Freshmen)
• TBD Lawyer Connection
• TBD Monthly Pre-Law Society Meeting

March

• TBD How to Pay for Law School, with AccessLex. Understand the nitty-gritty of funding your law school education. This session is an important planning tool for students at various levels in their undergraduate careers; you are encouraged to attend even if you are not applying to law school at this time. AccessLex is a non-profit group dedicated fostering access to law school, and to helping aspiring attorneys understand law school finance, to ensure their long term success. 
• Hunter LSAT Prep Spring Jumpstart, Sundays in March. Hunter's unique basic skills, on-campus LSAT intro will run on four Saturday afternoons in March. Get familiar with the test, meet other students who are studying, and see if you are raedy for summer intensive, subsidized prep that will run from June - September. Check the listserv for more information.
• TBD On the Docket - President's Conference Room Series
• TBD Interview Preparation Workshop - Required for Resume Drop Participation. This session will offer students savvy advice about making the best first impression, creating professional presence, and anticipating the hard questions for a smooth interview process, whether the interview takes place in person or virtually (as is increasingly common now).
• Researching Resume Builders. Are you thinking about summer internships but aren't sure how to get started? Worried that you don't have enough experience to get experience? This discussion will address students at various starting points and levels. We will  discuss strategies for first experiences; exploring your interests; targeting law firm roles and more. 
• TBD Lawyer Connection
• TBD Monthly Pre-Law Society Meeting

April

• TBD Lawyer Connection
• TBD Monthly Pre-Law Society Meeting
• TBD Panel with Judge Ruth Pichholz
• Deadline for Resume Drop

May

• TBD Lawyer Connection
• TBD Law Day: New 1L recognition & tips for future applicants. We will recognize the accomplishments of newly admitted law students, and also ask them to share tips for the next group of students applying this fall and future cycles. What went wrong? What went right? What would they do differently? Come find out how to make your path to law school smoother learning from those who have just succeeded in the law school admissions process.