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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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  • 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

  • Smith-Coheny Legal Ethics Writing Competition

    Notre Dame Law School sponsors an annual writing competition on the topic of legal ethics. All students with an interest in legal ethics are invited and encouraged to participate. All entries should be submitted to: Smith-Coheny Legal Ethics Writing Competition Notre Dame Law School Email: kkusisto@nd.edu Phone: (574) 631-6898 Website: law.nd.edu/smith-coheny

    February 20, 2026

  • Professor Adriaan Lanni hiring research assistants

    I am looking to hire a few research assistants to help with a book on restorative justice. RAs will compile bibliography and write literature reviews on a variety of topics related to restorative justice. Deadlines are long-term and flexible; I will not begin work on this project until mid-summer. I would like to hire at

    February 19, 2026

  • RAs for Professors Rabb & Sullivan

    Professors Rabb and Sullivan are seeking to hire research assistants to work on a number of projects – including research on systemic criminal law questions for a forthcoming article; and work on Professor Rabb’s Fall 2026 course on Advanced Legislation/Statutory Interpretation. Positions are open to Harvard Law students only. Interested applicants should submit their application

    February 19, 2026

  • Pro Bono Project Center for Economic Opportunity

    The IRC’s Center for Economic Empowerment (CEO) is a certified community development financial institution (CDFI) and non-controlled subsidiary of the International Rescue Committee (IRC). The Primary Mission of CEO is to unlock access to credit to help create a fair financial system where low-income people can realize their potential to build better lives and communities prosper. CEO specializes in making

    February 17, 2026

  • 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

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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