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Pre-Law
Advisor:
Dr. James J. Ravelle
The
Pre-Law Program at Moravian Following the recommendations of the
Organizations that are
responsible for Law School Accreditation, there is no one major
that is
exclusively appropriate as an undergraduate course of study
for law school. It is the philosophy of the Pre-Law Program
at Moravian College to encourage students to take courses and
a course of study that involves intensive reading, writing,
public speaking and critical thinking. While many Pre-Law students
chose majors in the Social Science Disciplines (Economics,
History, Political Science and Sociology), a choice of majors
in the Humanities and Natural Sciences may also provide an
appropriate background for careers in the Legal Profession.
Recommendations and Guidelines Without prescribing a major, the College has identified certain
areas of study that may be particularly helpful for a student considering
a career in the legal profession. These courses assist in the preparation
for future legal education and in focusing a student's thoughts
about the future. Students considering law school are encouraged
to take the following courses during the years at Moravian. Many
of the courses also may be used to fulfill Learning in Common (LINC)
requirements.
1. Formal Logic (Philosophy 110)
2. Creative Nonfiction (English
211)
3. A minimum of three courses from a set relevant
to the
study of law.
Pre-Law Activities and Student Organizations A very active Pre-Law Club has a presence on campus. In conjunction
with the Pre-Law Program, the club has co-sponsored a Lehigh Valley
Law School Fair, Debates for prominent local political offices,
panel Discussions and speaking engagements from Judges, Attorneys
and elected officials. The Club also takes field trips to a variety
of Law Schools.
For more information about the Pre-Law Program, contact Dr. James
J. Ravelle at mejjr01@moravian.edu.
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