Villanova Law Fall 2023 Open House, 10/21

Discover Your Future in Law

Saturday, October 21
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
In-person or virtual

Laurence E. Hirsch ’71 Classroom (Room 101)
John F. Scarpa Hall
299 N. Spring Mill Rd., Villanova, PA 19085

The Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law invites prospective students to an open house on October 21, 2023.

What to Expect

Engage with Faculty and Staff: Interact with faculty and staff who are dedicated to your success. Learn about the innovative teaching methods and personalized mentorship that set Villanova apart.

Meet Current Law Students: Get a firsthand account of life at Villanova from current law students. Hear about their experiences, insights and our supportive community.

Experiential Learning at Its Best: Explore our renowned clinics and experiential programs that offer students invaluable real-world skills and prepare them to excel in a dynamic legal landscape.

Centers of Excellence: Villanova Law is home to an institute and four centers that provide students the opportunity to pursue innovative, interdisciplinary legal fields through study, practical experience and mentorship.

Insight into the Curriculum: Gain insight into our comprehensive and forward-thinking curriculum designed to empower you with a solid foundation in legal principles while fostering critical thinking and adaptability.

Admissions and Financial Aid: Learn about our application process, tips for a successful application and financial aid options available to support your educational journey.

Agenda

Subject to change

9:30 AM: Check-In, Registration and Continental Breakfast

10:00 AM: Welcome Remarks

• Mark C. Alexander, the Arthur J. Kania Dean and Professor of Law
  
• Melissa Lee, Assistant Dean for Admissions

10:15 AM: Admissions Information Session

• Stephen Fediuk, Assistant Director of Admissions 
• Susanna Warren, Associate Director of Admissions

10:50 AM: The Villanova Law Clinical Experience

• Caitlin Barry, Professor of Law, Director of the Farmworker Legal Aid Clinic, Co-Director of the Community Interpreter Internship Program & Director of the Clinical Program
• Daniel Cortes, Assistant Professor of Law & Director of Clinic for Asylum, Refugee and Emigrant Services
• Amanda Rogers, Assistant Professor & Director of the Clemency Clinic
• Christine Speidel, Associate Professor of Law & Director of the Federal Tax Clinic

11:25 AM: Lunch

12:30 PM: Villanova Law Centers of Excellence

• MarySheila McDonald, John F. Scarpa Professor of Entrepreneurship, Director of the Reza Taleghani JD/MBA Program & Director of the John F. Scarpa Center for Entrepreneurship and Law
• Michael Moreland, University Professor of Law and Religion & Director of the Eleanor H. McCullen Center for Law, Religion and Public Policy
• Samantha Myers, Centers Program Manager
• Robby McClain '24
  
• Christian Novarro '25
• Jonathan Passero '25
  
• Rachel Smith '25

1:05 PM: "Ask a Student" Panel

• Rachael Cook '25
• Phoebe Cooper '24
• Mackenzie Jeffery '24
• AJ Melillo '25
  
• Caity Rogowski '24

1:40 PM: Scholarships

• Janine Dunlap Kiah, Director for Public Service and Pro Bono Initiatives & Adjunct Professor
• Audrey Heuser '24
• Nic Johnson '25

2:20 PM: Law School Tour or Student Organization Fair