Law

A bachelor's degree in public affairs can be a strategic choice for aspiring lawyers, especially those who want to use their career to serve the public interest.

Prepare for law school and beyond with curriculum grounded in public policy and management, experience in advocacy and policy reform, and an emphasis on analytical and critical thinking skills.  

Career path:

  • Title after graduation: J.D. Candidate 

  • Title after 5 years: Lawyer 

Example course:

  • Public Affairs 4510: Law & Public Affairs
    • Prepare to navigate the complex legal landscape that impacts shaping of policy, administrative decisions and the

Skills needed and learned in class:

  • Navigate legal and administrative landscapes 

  • Articulate complex legal concepts 

  • Think critically and analyze real-world scenarios against legal principles 

  • Research legal issues and author case briefings  

Glenn College alumni have gone on to attend prestigious law schools including:

  • Georgetown Law Center 

  • Ohio State University Moritz College of Law 

  • Case Western Reserve University  

  • Harvard Law School 

  • University of California Berkeley 

Featured Alumna:
Morgan Johnson, Senior Staff Attorney at Natural Resources Defense Council

Featured Faculty Expert:

  • Dr. Gules-Guctas worked as an attorney before entering academia and gained critical insights into the legal landscape. Her research and teaching are informed by her expertise at the intersection of law, technology and public policy.  

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