Life Outside the Classroom
Law students may be notoriously busy with school, but that
doesn't mean life stops outside the classroom. Take an urban city,
set it at the water's edge and in the shadow of mountains and
you have one of the most livable cities in the U.S. Combine the
opportunities found in a major city with an active student body
and the result is a vibrant community in which to participate
academically and socially. Our community includes the university
and the surrounding city, which are alive with intellectual, cultural
and social possibilities.
Mentor Programs
Seattle's diverse legal community provides UW law students with
outstanding opportunities to learn about the many legal career
options. Through our Professional Mentor, Peer Advisor, and
Faculty Mentor programs, the law school pairs students with
practicing professionals, law faculty and recent alumni. Mentors
meet with their students throughout the academic year to offer
guidance and encouragement, facilitate networking opportunities
and share specialized knowledge. Experience has shown that the
mentor/mentee relationship can influence a student's decision to
attend law school, and the academic and professional choices they
ultimately make.