J.D. Class of 2014 Orientation
Welcome to NYU School of Law! We are excited to have you join our community. We see your orientation as an introduction to your classmates, faculty and other members of the Law School family. In addition, you'll launch your legal studies with a substantive program that will pave the way for a great experience here.
Orientation is required for all first year J.D. students and will take place
Wednesday, August 24 - Monday, August 29.
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Required Reading Assignment
The preliminary schedule, answers to frequently asked questions, and letters are available here:
Schedule (UPDATED as of 5:00 p.m. on 8/26/11)
Orientation Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome Letter from Acting Assistant Dean, Paul O'Grady
Second Orientation Letter from the Office of Student Affairs
Third Orientation Letter from the Office of Student Affairs
Please check back for updates and further registration materials. Three required forms (pledge of academic honesty, emergency contact form and the memorandum of understanding) need your electronic signature before you arrive and can be filled out here.
Other general information that might be of interest:
*Please note, only the previous Spring 2011 guide is available. The Fall 2011 guide will be added later in the semester.
And finally, students often ask if there is anything they can or should read in preparation for beginning their course of study in the law. Although there is no required reading, members of our faculty have offered some summer reading recommendations of meaningful (and fun) reading about the law. They've even offered up the names of some good movies! This list is open for augmentation if you have any ideas of your own.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Student Affairs.
Please visit our Student Affairs website for more helpful information and resources throughout the year.
LL.M. Orientation
LL.M. students should check back for details regarding LL.M. Orientation Activities.
Transfer Orientation
Orientation for incoming transfer students is designed to facilitate your smooth transition into our community. You will meet the Assistant Deans who are available to assist you throughout your time here. Also, you will learn more about the Writing Competition from Journal members.
Orientation for transfer students will take place on Friday, August 19, 2011. The Transfer Student