School of Law Students
Inside the Classroom
At the School of Law, you will study under our nationally recognized curriculum. This program's challenging classroom dialogues and unique experiential learning opportunities will prepare you to be a lawyer who solves the real-world problems of individuals, families, organizations and your communities. You will acquire the legal knowledge, skills and values needed to help others and to distinguish yourself by making a true impact upon the world.
Our faculty, staff and students work hard to make the University of Dayton School of Law a collaborative community, where, we believe, you will find a warm, welcoming place. You will also discover that we are committed to inclusivity, service and justice inspired by our Catholic, Marianist heritage. Great lawyers do not just know their craft, they also do what is right. That is why we believe law is not just a job.
It is a calling.
Outside the Classroom
In between classes and studying, you'll find plenty to do as part of daily life at UDSL. You can join more than 20 different student organizations or even start a new one. In the Catholic, Marianist spirit, many of our students participate in pro bono activities and community service efforts. On campus, you'll find plenty of amenities. The RecPlex is the University of Dayton's state-of-the-art physical activities center, where you can work out or participate in intramural sports.
If you want to explore the surrounding city, you'll find Dayton is not only a hidden gem rich in history, culture and recreation, but its accessibility and range of activities are matched only by its affordability, a true advantage if you are a law student.
Shannon Penn
Assistant Dean for Student Affairs and Registrar
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