Incoming Harvard Law students made lasting memories at 2026 Orientation. From practical matters like moving into residence halls, checking in, and attending receptions, to action-packed activities like escape rooms, tower-building exercises, and a LAWn party, students received an eventful introduction to Harvard Law School. A welcome address from Dean John Goldberg at the historic Sanders Theatre set the tone for an auspicious start to the year. Following the dean’s address, Professor Alexandra Natapoff and Professor Guy-Uriel Charles discussed America Unfinished, a collection of essays written by Harvard Law faculty on the occasion of America’s 250th anniversary. Click below to explore images from Orientation 2026.

  • Students with luggage walk through a brightly lit hall adorned with large gold
  • Students walk through a library and look around at their surroundings while on a tour.
  • A group of students are laughing and socializing outdoors at a table set with drinks and flowers.
  • Students walk in front of Langdell Hall on a sunny day.
  • Dean Goldberg smiles and converses with a group of students seated around tables in a conference room.
  • Students laugh around a table at a social event.