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    Orientation 2022

    August 31, 2022

    In recent weeks, the Harvard Law School community has welcomed new cohorts of J.D., LL.M., S.J.D., and transfer students. Here is a selection of Harvard Law Today's coverage of orientation activities in, around — even beyond — the Cambridge campus.

  • Students enjoying picnics on the lawn outside Langdell

    Scenes from Orientation 2022

    August 30, 2022

    Move-in day, receptions, dogs, and picnics: incoming students jump right into campus life.

  • Dean John F. Manning applauding incoming students from the podium onstage at Sanders Theatre.

    ‘A profession of contribution and service’

    August 30, 2022

    Harvard Law Dean John F. Manning welcomes incoming law students, telling them the law offers “endless opportunities for lives of meaning and purpose.”

  • Collage of images from First Class celebration and reception

    ‘You are a leader par excellence’

    August 30, 2022

    The Harvard Law School community welcomed the latest group of first-generation students to begin their studies.

  • A group of LL.M. students pose in front of a back drop and gold HLS balloons

    A warm welcome

    August 16, 2022

    As Orientation begins, Harvard Law School welcomes the LL.M. Class of 2023, along with new cohorts of S.J.D. and international exchange students.

  • Dean John F. Manning speaks with incoming students at a Dean of Students welcome event on the Harvard Law campus.

    ‘We appreciate the opportunity to build connections … it’s why we’re all here’

    August 16, 2022

    Across the country and throughout the world, Harvard Law School Dean of Students events welcome incoming students to the Harvard Law community.

  • Close up of multi-colored small candy hearts.

    Harvard Law School valentines

    February 9, 2022

    Whether you’ve already conveyed your heart (for proper consideration), or you’re out of practice, here are a few Valentines to help you court a special someone, cheer up your amicus, or find a new study buddy.

  • Group of women standing outside, three cheering.

    ‘It’s good to be back’

    September 28, 2021

    Harvard Law School employees share what they're looking forward to back on campus.