The Center for Law, Justice & Culture (CLJC) is committed to expanding access to high‑quality, career‑shaping internship experiences for Ohio University students interested in law, justice, and public service.
Law, Justice & Culture Undergraduate Opportunities
Law, Justice & Culture Undergraduate Opportunities
The Center for Law, Justice & Culture provides academic and experiential learning opportunities for students interested in pursuing professions in law, rights advocacy, justice administration, public policy, government, nonprofit organizations, and academic research and teaching.
Undergraduates and graduate students across the university community are invited to attend and participate in center events, guest lectures, research colloquia, and workshops.
For undergraduate students who would like to pursue work or further training in the study of law from a liberal arts perspective, the center offers an undergraduate Certificate in Law, Justice & Culture for high achieving students.
Choose Your Pathway
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Law, Justice & Culture Early Assurance ProgramOutstanding high school seniors are invited to apply for the Early Assurance Program for the Master of Arts in Law, Justice & Culture, where a seat in the master’s program is reserved for them as long as they maintain requirements.
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Undergraduate Certificate in Law, Justice & CultureThe Center for Law, Justice & Culture invites Ohio University undergraduate students from all majors to apply for the Certificate in Law, Justice & Culture.
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Take Graduate LJC Courses as an UndergraduateSeniors accepted into the M.A. in Law, Justice & Culture are invited to begin the degree early by taking graduate courses for graduate credit in spring semester.
Work with World-Class Faculty
CLJC faculty, who have an impressive record of award-winning teaching and nationally recognized scholarship, are a standing resource for students with interests in socio-legal studies.
Pre‑Law Mentoring Program
Students are paired with alumni attorneys, judges, law students, and legal scholars who support students at every stage of exploring and preparing for a career in law.
Try Out for the Mock Trial Team
The team holds tryouts early in fall semester each year.
Get Hands-On Experience for Law-Related Careers
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CLJC Student Scholarship and Support Funds
Recognizing that many students face obstacles in pursuing internships, study abroad programs, and pre‑law experiences, the CLJC works proactively to ensure that every student, regardless of background, can fully explore pathways in law, justice, and public service.
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CLJC Study Abroad Opportunities
The center takes experiential learning around the globe for a feet-on-the-ground look at human rights and justice issues in real time. Travel with OHIO professors and fellow students, earn OHIO credits, and make memories you'll treasure forever.
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Annual CLJC Events & Programs
Come join the conversation with colleagues and classmates at our Law Fair, Wrongful Conviction Day, Pre-Law Day, Constitution Day, and more.
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Get Involved with Student Organizations
From the American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio University to the Ohio Innocence Project-u and Phi Alpha Delta, you have many opportunities to get involved with law-related student organizations.
Contact Us
Center Director: Dr. Kevin Uhalde
Director of Legal Engagement and Pre-Law Program: Larry Hayman, Esq.