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You Belong at HLS

Studying law is a collaborative endeavor at Harvard Law School. We work together to create a student-centered environment in which learning is inspiring, transformative, and supportive. We know you will strengthen the HLS community and we want you to be strengthened by it.

Our goal is for you to thrive in every aspect of your experience at Harvard Law School.

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Housing in Cambridge

Your life at Harvard Law School unfolds within a major research university, giving you access to a world-class campus: unparalleled libraries, acclaimed museums and theaters, enriching extracurricular activities, and a wider community of diverse and engaged students.

You have access to everything Harvard has to offer.

[HLS] taught me so much about friendship, inclusion, what the law is, and what the law should be.”

 —Jessica Zhao ’22

Student Activities

Walk into any gathering of an HLS student organization and you’ll encounter a remarkable spectrum of life experiences and perspectives. You will find your people.

Inclusion, Belonging, and Student Services

“There’s a huge support system that’s here to help you.”

—Nicholas Gonzalez JD ’24

“The [HLS] community has been a place where I’ve really found not only a voice, but a sense of companionship and friendship that I’m going to miss and cherish for the rest of my life.”

—Emily Chazen ’22

DOS-CEEB Office

From Orientation through Commencement, Dean of Students and Office of Community Engagement, Equity, and Belonging (DOS-CEEB) staff are here to support you. Whether you have a quick question, a more serious personal or academic concern, or just need guidance or support, contact or stop by DOS-CEEB!

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HLS Students in the News

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HLS Announcements

  • RA position with Marianna Yang

    Marianna Yang is seeking a Research Assistant for Spring 2026 to help research beneficial impacts of medical-legal partnerships (MLP) and gather persuasive data relied upon historically to support developments of MLPs. The RA will also assist in integrating this research with the successes of an existing MLP between the Family Justice Clinic and a local

    January 22, 2026

  • Kenneth I. Juster International Fellowship

    The Kenneth I. Juster International Fellowship provides HLS J.D. students with the opportunity to pursue experiential learning opportunities abroad for three to eight weeks during the summer after their 1L or 2L year. Applications are due on Sun, 3/15. Visit: https://hls.harvard.edu/ils/international-fellowships-and-grants/kenneth-i-juster-international-fellowship/, and reach out to ils@law.harvard.edu with any questions.

    January 20, 2026

  • Prof. Kaplow Hiring Research Assistants

    Professor Kaplow is looking for research assistants, mainly for antitrust. Please send to Molly Eskridge (HA318A, meskridge@law.harvard.edu) the following information: (1) a letter indicating your area(s) of interest, relevant background, and amount of time available, (2) a resume, (3) a law school transcript (informal is fine), and (4) undergraduate and other transcripts (informal are fine)

    January 20, 2026

  • Summer Research Assistant Position for Professor Klarman

    I am looking to hire one research assistant to work for me for much of June and July this summer. This would be a relatively full-time job—roughly 40 hours per week. Most or all of the work would involve helping me with research for a book I am writing on race and sports in American

    January 20, 2026

  • Research Assistant – Professor Pargendler

    Professor Mariana Pargendler is seeking a research assistant for a project reviewing the legal and social-scientific literature on differences between legal systems in rich and poor countries. Interested students should send a CV to mpargendler@law.harvard.edu and kkilcoyne@law.harvard.edu.

    January 20, 2026

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HUHS Announcements

  • Flu Vaccine Coverage

    The Harvard University Student Health Program provides coverage for the flu vaccine. Here’s where and how you can get your shot covered…….

    October 20, 2023

  • Update your mailing address

    Update your mailing address Don’t miss out on any correspondence regarding your health or dental insurance. Be sure to keep your mailing address. Most students can update their local/mailing address directly through my.Harvard. If you are unable to update your address via my.Harvard, please contact your Registrar’s office to request the changes. Once the update……

    February 6, 2023