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Housing in Cambridge
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Inclusion, Belonging, and Student Services
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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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  • Student Organizations 100+
  • Student Journals 17
  • Clinics, Externships & SPOs 47

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

  • U.S. Copyright Office Law Clerk Program, Fall 2026

    United States Copyright Office, Program for Law Clerks The United States Copyright Office provides expert leadership and advice on copyright law and policy to the United States Congress, federal agencies, the courts, and the general public. The mission of the Copyright Office is to promote creativity by administering and sustaining an effective national copyright system.  The Copyright Office has Fall 2026 positions available for unpaid law clerks in

    February 13, 2026

  • 2026-2027 Resident Advisor Application

    The HLS Residence Hall Advisor (RA) is a live-in position under the direction of the Dean of Students and Community Engagement, Equity, and Belonging Office (DOS-CEEB) with a connection to the Housing Office. The primary responsibility of the Resident Advisor is to assist residents with urgent and non-urgent needs and build community through interactive and

    February 13, 2026

  • HLS Staff: Volunteer Judges Needed for 1L Ames

    HLS staff with J.D.s and/or experience in legal research and writing are warmly invited to serve as volunteer judges for the First-Year Ames Moot Court Competition, taking place April 13–16, 2026. Ames is a cornerstone of the 1L experience and a formative moment for our students. Volunteer judges hear brief appellate arguments, pose questions from

    February 13, 2026

  • Spring Term Research Assistant-Food Law and Policy Clinic

    The Food Law & Policy Clinic (FLPC) at Harvard Law School is seeking a Research Assistant to support work on federal food donation tax incentive policy. The RA will assist with (1) research and drafting for an updated tax guide on the federal enhanced tax deduction that exists for food donation and (2) policy research

    February 11, 2026

  • RA Position at The Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation

    Posted on behalf of The Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation at HKS The Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation, housed at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Ash Center, is seeking a graduate student Research Assistant for a position through the spring semester. The Research Assistant will support the work of Professor Danielle Allen, and Lab leadership, on

    February 10, 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