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Stories tagged with: Center for Law, Justice and Culture

Students at the Rural Justice Lab
Law and Justice

Justice Labs shape, develop students’ skills and values

May 14, 2026 5 min

Through the Center for Law, Justice & Culture, pre-law students can participate in the International Justice Lab and Rural Justice Lab, gaining hands-on legal experience.

Cutler Hall is shown surrounded by colorful trees on a sunny day in the spring
OHIO Awards

91ΧΤΕΔ recognizes faculty, administrative leaders for excellence in community engagement

May 13, 2026 3 min

91ΧΤΕΔ’s Center for Community Impact has announced the faculty and administrator winners of the 2025–26 Community Engaged Awards.
Ava Wood
Student Leaders

91ΧΤΕΔ student Ava Wood receives statewide Charles J. Ping Student Service Award

April 21, 2026 3 min

This statewide honor recognizes outstanding undergraduate leadership in community service and civic engagement.
Larry Hayman, Esq.
National Leaders

Larry Hayman receives national Gerald Wilson Award for leadership, service in pre law advising

April 7, 2026 3 min

Larry Hayman, Esq., was recognized for more than a decade of leadership at the regional and national levels, as well as his ongoing commitment to access, mentorship and professional collaboration.
A group of students attending a Pre-law day panel
University Community

91ΧΤΕΔ’s two-day Pre Law Day connects students with legal alumni, celebrates launch of new pre-law mentorship program

April 1, 2026 5 min

The Center for Law, Justice & Culture brought together 150 students and 24 alumni for its annual Pre-Law Day, offering valuable industry insight while celebrating the launch of the CLJC Pre-Law Mentorship Program.
Sonya Pfeiffer speaks to an auditorium on Pre-Law Day 2026
University Community

Building a future in the law: Event explores bias through the β€˜Staircase’ trial

March 31, 2026 5 min

Pre-Law Day featured Sonya Pfeiffer (BSJ, ’95) and David Rudolf speaking to students and community members about cognitive bias and their experience as defense attorneys.
High school students interested in exploring the legal field at the program hosted by 91ΧΤΕΔ’s Center for Law, Justice & Culture
Summer Law & Trial Institute

High school students invited to apply for alumni-supported Summer Law & Trial Institute

March 12, 2026 4 min

High school students interested in exploring the legal field are invited to apply for the Summer Law & Trial Institute (SLTI), a free, alumni-supported program hosted by 91ΧΤΕΔ’s Center for Law, Justice & Culture. The competitive two‑week institute will take place June 28–July 10, 2026, combining virtual instruction with an immersive, on‑campus residency.

Sonya Pfeiffer (BSJ '95) and David Rudolf
Pre-Law Day

OHIO’s Pre-Law Day keynote to feature attorneys Sonya Pfeiffer and David Rudolf examining cognitive biases in high-profile trials

February 23, 2026 2 min

OHIO will host its 2026 Pre-Law Day keynote on Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. at the Athena Cinema. The keynote will feature attorneys Sonya Pfeiffer (BSJ '95) and David Rudolf.
A group of students pose with trophies
Mock Trial

Verdict: First Place for OHIO Mock Trial at SUNY-Buffalo Invitational

December 8, 2025 2 min

91ΧΤΕΔ Mock Trial Team competed successfully in November's β€œBuffalo Bullpen” Mock Trial Invitational Competition.
A group of faculty in academic regalia sit in a row
Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

December 5, 2025 7 min

OHIO faculty have been busy. Fall semester news includes awards, publications, research and performances.

A group of students (the law, justice & culture cohort) standing in front of a large body of water
Student Success

Fall cohort of Law, Justice & Culture certificate students announced

November 12, 2025 2 min

Thirty-nine undergraduate students have been accepted into the fall cohort of the interdisciplinary Law, Justice & Culture certificate.

The 91ΧΤΕΔ Mock Trial Team
Experiential Learning

New season, new faces for 91ΧΤΕΔ Mock Trial Team

October 6, 2025 3 min

The 91ΧΤΕΔ Mock Trial Team begins its 2025–2026 season with 26 new and returning members preparing for the Scarlet and Gray Invitational at The 91ΧΤΕΔ State University. The team continues to provide hands-on courtroom experience through the American Mock Trial Association, tackling this season’s fictional murder case with high expectations and strong leadership.
Ping Center
Student Opportunities

OHIO students invited to Oct. 6 Law School Fair

September 30, 2025 1 min

The Law School Fair will feature representatives from dozens of law schools from around the country.
Participants in the Summer Law and Trial institute are shown in a courtroom with Jennifer Brunner
Inspiring students

Summer Law and Trial Institute expands pathways to legal careers for 91ΧΤΕΔ high school students

August 13, 2025 5 min

This year's participants explored many facets of the legal system, developed courtroom skills and discovered new pathways toward careers in law, justice and public service.

Ava Wood
Board of Trustees

Governor DeWine appoints Ava Wood as new student trustee to OHIO Board of Trustees

June 13, 2025 2 min

91ΧΤΕΔ Gov. Mike DeWine recently appointed a new student member to theΒ 91ΧΤΕΔ Board of Trustees. Ava Wood was named a student trustee on May 2, 2025.
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