GPSE 2018: Getting into Law School

This event is part of Graduate & Professional Studies Expo (GPSE) 2018.
Interested in going to law school? Get information and advice about getting into law school and learn how to prepare a strong application. Speak to representatives from different Canadian law schools who will discuss their schools’ strengths and selection processes and answer your questions. You’ll be able to clarify the differences between and benefits of each of the participating law schools, so that you can create your own strategies for moving forward.

This conversational panel will consist of representatives from law schools who will discuss their schools’ strengths and selection processes (5-7 minutes each), and spend the rest of the time answering students’ specific questions and giving suggestions on preparing a strong application.
The purpose of this session is to provide students with information and advice by clarifying the differences between and benefits of the participating law schools and explaining the application process so that they can create their own strategies for moving forward.
Registration is required. You may register for this event on the Career Centre’s online system (you must sign up for an account before you will be able to register for any events on the system).
Participating Panelists
Anya Scheibmayr
Student Services Advisor
Lakehead University, Bora Laskin Faculty of Law
The Bora Laskin Faculty of Law is a regional, unique law school with a focus on Northern Ontario. We embrace three mandates in our curriculum: Aboriginal and Indigenous Law, Natural Resources and Environmental Law, and Sole/Small Town Practice with the Integrated Practice Curriculum (IPC).
We are a law school committed to making a difference, providing access to justice, and leading the way for northern communities. We invite you to explore our web site to learn more about the opportunities and innovative offerings we are engaged in.

Louise Resendes
Admissions Officer
York University, Osgoode Hall Law School
As one of Canada’s largest, oldest and most distinguished law schools, we have a rich history of developing thought leaders and leading lawyers. We do this with our Juris Doctor, Graduate and Professional Development programs that combine the best of critical thinking, experiential learning and rigorous and innovative curricula. Our internationally renowned faculty is recognized for their excellence in teaching and as well as their influence in the legal and policy landscape in Canada and beyond. Our student community is intelligent, diverse, and creative. Our renowned alumni, who have excelled worldwide in public agencies, private law firms, corporations, government, legal clinics and universities.
Our commitment to excellence and leadership, coupled with our spirit of service, is articulated in our motto, Through Law to Justice.

Francine Herlehy
Assistant Dean (Student Services)
University of Windsor, Faculty of Law
Our admissions process is decidedly different. We actively seek a diverse student body through the thoughtful consideration of the whole person in the admissions process and through financial aid to make law school affordable to our students.
Our programs are shaped by our focus on access to justice and transnational law, and are characterized by a learner-centred community that values intellectual curiosity, interdisciplinary research and global scholarship.

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Andrew Van Overbeke
Admissions Coordinator
Queen’s University, Faculty of Law
Established in 1957, Queen’s Faculty of Law has long been the school of choice for law students in Canada, thanks to its preeminent reputation for both academic excellence and community spirit. The Faculty is part of a leafy campus near the shores of Lake Ontario and historic downtown Kingston. This setting encourages our students’ engagement with intellectual, social and experiential learning opportunities fundamental to building legal, interpersonal and leadership skills.

Elaine Borthwick
Director, J.D. Admissions
UBC – Allard Law
Allard Law graduates have assumed leading roles in the Canadian judicial system, legal profession, business world, politics, government, community and academic world. Allard offers a variety of degree options; JD/MBA degree and joint legal education opportunities with the University of Hawaii, University of Melbourne and University of Hong Kong. Every year many of the finest students in Canada choose Allard as the place where they will pursue their legal education.

Janet Person
Admissions Officer
University of Victoria, Law
As a destination school, UVic Law draws students from across Canada. It is renowned for its diverse experiential learning opportunities, collegial environment and exemplary faculty. While providing a generalist legal education, the Faculty has exceptional strengths in Indigenous Law, Environmental Law and International Law with an Asian-Pacific focus. The Faculty produces competent, ethical graduates who exhibit a humane professionalism, and are capable of serving a diverse set of constituents.

Francine Herlehy
Assistant Dean (Student Services)
University of Windsor, Law
Our admissions process is decidedly different. We actively seek a diverse student body through the thoughtful consideration of the whole person in the admissions process and through financial aid to make law school affordable to our students.
Our programs are shaped by our focus on access to justice and transnational law, and are characterized by a learner-centred community that values intellectual curiosity, interdisciplinary research and global scholarship.

Danielle Lacasse
Assistant Dean, Admissions & Recruitment
Western University, Law
Western Law is one of the top law schools in Canada. Our rich array of academic, practical and international educational opportunities make Western’s program exciting and enriching. Our Small Group program lies at the heart of our approach to legal education and ensures one of the best student experiences. Additionally, we offer several optional curricular streams, which provide students with guidance on courses and co-curricular activities tied to their career aspirations.

Vicky Faclaris
Recruitment and Admissions Coordinator
Osgoode Hall Law School
Internationally renowned as one of Canada’s largest and most distinguished law schools, Osgoode Hall Law School offers students an extraordinary, innovative legal education. At Osgoode you will have the opportunity to learn from Canada’s leading legal experts, gain hands-on experience through unmatched experiential offerings, and join a diverse and vibrant community that will support you in achieving your academic, professional and personal goals.
Osgoode Hall Law School has a holistic admissions policy which identifies a diverse and outstanding group of students whose outstanding academic abilities, varied achievements and sustained engagement make a continuing positive contribution to the Law School, the legal profession and the community.

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