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Hemenway Gymnasium Hemenway Gymnasium, located on the law school campus, is home to cardio equipment, strength training equipment, multi-purpose room, basketball court, and squash courts.

Commencement means “the culmination of a lot of work [from] so many generations,” “something we accomplished together,” “setting an example,” and “a new beginning.” Watch…

Your Next 3 Years 1L FALL TERM 1L August ORIENTATION DOSAffinity Org Meet & Greet Weekend CEEBAmicus Profiles Available CEEBFirst Class Celebration CEEB 1L September…

Personal & Medical Emergencies The Dean of Students Office assists students with academic accommodations or other support in the event of personal or medical emergencies.

April 3: Capital Punishment Clinic Students Share Their Work An HLS Library Ideas Salon Monday April 3, 4-5 pm – Langdell Hall Seminar…

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Hello from the HLS Well-Being Working Group!  We are a team of students, faculty, and staff charged with focusing on four questions: How can we…

Dean of Students Office (DOS) What We Do We work with students and administrative offices to create a community in which all students can achieve…

Sections 1L Sections The 1L Section Initiative extends beyond traditional notions of curriculum, considering class size, providing students with feedback and appropriate advising, the proper…

Please note: This page has not yet been updated for the Class of 2023 and thus reflects expected to-do items. This page will be updated…

Please note: This page has not yet been updated for the Class of 2023 and thus reflects expected to-do items. This page will be updated…

This page will be updated as information becomes available, so visit early and often to keep yourself apprised of all things Commencement! Graduating Student Checklists…

The HLS campus is conveniently located and served by extensive public transportation. The University is proud that its financial support for a variety of transportation…

Students receive awards at Class Day Class Day May 24, 2023 The Class Day Program is a celebration of the achievements of the graduating class,…

The Dean of Students Office is your primary advocate and resource for navigating life at Harvard Law School. We’re here to help every step of…

Admission to the bar is conducted via the Board of Bar Examiners of the state in which you are applying. While the admission process may…

Administrative Updates Visit Administrative Updates (AdUp) to find your next great opportunity at HLS!  Navigating HLS Harvard Law School is…

Our Team Stephen L. Ball Assistant Dean and Dean of Students sball@law.harvard.edu | 617-495-1880 Stephen L. Ball is the head of the Dean…

What is The Well? The Well is Harvard Law School’s community effort to destigmatize mental health and prioritize well-being. Think of The Well as a source…