UGA School of Law Calendar Calendar

Jul 20, 2026: Summer 2026 School of Law Exams

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Jul 21, 2026: Summer 2026 School of Law Exams

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Jul 22, 2026: Summer 2026 School of Law Exams

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Jul 27, 2026: UGA + Emory Summer Workshop

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

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Aug 17, 2026: Strategies & Deadlines for Government and Public Interest Career Seeking

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:30:00 -0400

Thinking about working in the public sector—or just want to know what’s out there beyond Big Law? Join Ms. Gamble for a breakdown of how hiring works in government, non-profits, legal aid, public defense, prosecution, and more. Spoiler: the timelines and applications are not the same as firm recruiting, and knowing the difference can seriously help your search. Come for the tips, stay for the career clarity.

This program contains important dates and strategies for 2Ls and 3Ls interested in working in the government or other public interest organizations.

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Aug 19, 2026: 2026 Law School Orientation

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Orientation for incoming 1Ls, LLMs, and Transfers

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Aug 20, 2026: 2026 Law School Orientation

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Orientation for incoming 1Ls, LLMs, and Transfers

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Aug 21, 2026: 2026 Law School Orientation

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Orientation for incoming 1Ls, LLMs, and Transfers

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Aug 21, 2026: Law Library Fest - A 1L Orientation Event at Law Library

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Drop by the Law Library anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. for Law Library Fest! Meet your law librarians, take a tour of the Law Library, and discover the resources, study aids, and support available to help you thrive in your first year. Stop in, explore, ask questions, and get to know one of your best campus resources for law school success!

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Aug 23, 2026: Georgia Law Review Orientation at Classroom B (122)

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Orientation for new members of Georgia Law Review 2026-27

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Aug 24, 2026: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Aug 24, 2026: School of Law Fall Semester 2026 Classes Begin

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Aug 25, 2026: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Aug 26, 2026: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Aug 26, 2026: Law Student Organization Fall Meeting at Classroom A (120)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Mandatory Fall 2026 Meeting for Law Student Organizations with at least one (1) representative from each organization.

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Aug 27, 2026: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Aug 28, 2026: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Aug 31, 2026: 2026 Welcome Week

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Welcome Week to welcome back our Law Dawgs!

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Aug 31, 2026: Bulldog Welcome Breakfast at Amos Foyer (2nd Floor)

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Welcome to our new 1Ls, LLMs, and Transfers, and welcome back to our 2L/3Ls! Fuel up with quick breakfast break before your class!

First come, first served, open to only current JD, LLM, and MSL students.

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Aug 31, 2026: Equal Justice Works: Learn About the Nation's Leading Public Interest Career Fair at Classroom A (120)

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0400

The Equal Justice Works Conference & Career Fair is the largest annual public sector hiring, networking, and career information event. Historically there have been opportunities available for 1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls, and LLMs.

If you are interested in working in public sector (government or public interest), come learn about the conference, and get application strategy advice.

The Application for the EJW Conference and Career Fair is now open: https://www.equaljusticeworks.org/conference-and-career-fair/about/

If registration is closed, you are still welcome to attend. We will capture your attendance at the door.

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Sep 1, 2026: 2026 Welcome Week

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Welcome Week to welcome back our Law Dawgs!

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Sep 1, 2026: Fall Involvement Fair at Griffith Concourse (1st Floor)

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

As a part of Welcome Week, please join Law Student Affairs and the Law Student Organizations for the Fall Involvement Fair! Learn what opprotunities are available and how to get involved at UGA Law.

This is a two-day event. Please note that the organizations participating change each day.

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Sep 2, 2026: 2026 Welcome Week

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Welcome Week to welcome back our Law Dawgs!

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Sep 2, 2026: Fall Involvement Fair at Griffith Concourse (1st Floor)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

As a part of Welcome Week, please join Law Student Affairs and the Law Student Organizations for the Fall Involvement Fair! Learn what opprotunities are available and how to get involved at UGA Law.

This is a two-day event. Please note that the organizations participating change each day.

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Sep 3, 2026: 2026 Welcome Week

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Welcome Week to welcome back our Law Dawgs!

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Sep 3, 2026: Welcome Back Picnic at Griffith Concourse (1st Floor)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0400

Join SBA in their annual "Welcome Back Picnic".

Open to only current JDs, LLMs, MSLs, and Law School Faculty and Staff

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Sep 4, 2026: 2026 Welcome Week

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Welcome Week to welcome back our Law Dawgs!

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Sep 4, 2026: UGA Law Spirit Day at Amos Foyer (2nd Floor)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Wear your best Law Dawg Gear and enjoy some pizza after your second full week of class!

First come, first served. Open to only JD, LLM, and MSL students.

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Sep 7, 2026: Labor Day - School of Law Closed

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Sep 10, 2026: Your Federal Clerkship Game Plan: Strategies, Timing, and Tips at Classroom A (120)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Thinking about a federal clerkship but not sure where to start? Join Professor Rutledge and Ms. Luciani for Your Federal Clerkship Game Plan: Strategies, Timing, and Tips, a practical session designed to walk 2Ls and 3Ls through the ins and outs of applying for post-graduate federal clerkships.

We'll cover key topics like:

When to apply and how the timeline worksWhich Courts and locations to considerWhat application materials you’ll needWhat judges value in candidatesStrategic ways to strengthen your applicationWhether you’re actively planning to apply or just exploring your options, this session is for you. Don’t count yourself out too quickly—you might be a stronger candidate for a clerkship than you realize. This session will help you start to think through where you might be a good fit and how to put your best foot forward in the applications.

This session is for 2L and 3L students. For 1Ls we will host this program again when the timing aligns for your career search. If registration is cloesd, you are welcome to attend and we will capture you at the door.

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Sep 15, 2026: Table for Twenty: Trademark law with Kilpatrick at Classroom E (252)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Join Kilpatrick’s Trademark & Copyright Attorneys to learn more about our nationally recognized practice. Kilpatrick has the largest dedicated Trademark, Copyright, & Advertising practice of any general practice law firm in the US, with 120+ total lawyers. Learn more about our specialized teams that handle each aspect of trademark law, including prosecution & portfolio management, enforcement, and litigation.

With only 20 student spots available, this is a unique opportunity to ask questions, gain practical advice, and build relationships in a more personal and informal setting than a typical panel or large event.

Attendance Policy:
Because space is limited, students who are registered at the time registration closes are expected to attend. Please be mindful that by reserving a seat, you may be preventing another student from participating. If your plans change, updated your registration as soon as possible, or notify our office as early as possible so we can offer the spot to someone on the waitlist.

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Sep 18, 2026: GJICL Conference at Larry Walker Room

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

More information coming soon!

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Sep 23, 2026: Clinic Town Hall at Classroom A (120)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Discover the wide array of clinical and experiential learning offered at our UGA Law in this informative session. Gain insights into hands-on learning opportunities, followed by a chance to connect with clinical professors and current students. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore practical legal education and build valuable connections!

Lunch will be provided for this event. If registration is closed, you are welcome to attend and we will capture you at the door. 1Ls are welcome to attend this program, but please note that it will be held again in the Spring semester.

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Sep 23, 2026: Etiquette Dinner at 2026 S Milledge Ave B, Athens, GA 30605

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0400

On Wednesday, September 23 registered students can take part in an Etiquette Dinner. The etiquette school Perfectly Polished will provide instruction for how to navigate plated dinners as well as other business etiquette issues. A three-course, seated dinner will be provided so that everyone can put into practice what they are learning.

Etiquette Topics will include:

Navigating the Dinner2-3 courses, typical banquet food (salad, entrée)American and Continental stylesVisual aids are used to reinforce conceptsFollow up - Thank you notesUsing business cardsWhere & when to wear name badgesFor additional information, please see the event listing in LawDawgDash.

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Sep 30, 2026: Class of 2027 Meeting at Classroom A (120)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

For 3Ls, LLMs & MSLs scheduled to graduate in 2027:

Congratulations! You are on the home stretch.

This year's annual class meeting will take place in person in Classroom A. "Need to know" topics will be covered, and you will get the chance to visit with your classmates.

Topics include:

Course credits auditBar exam informationBar StipenedAnd moreIf registration is closed, you are still able to attend. We’ve placed the lunch order, so you are welcome to bring your own.

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Oct 1, 2026: International Opportunities Information Session at Classroom G (358)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Are you a law student interested in working or studying abroad? Join Rusk Center staff for a discussion about summer and semester-long international programming at UGA Law, including: Global Governance Summer School, Global Externships Overseas, exchange programs, the NATO externship, and the DC Semester in Practice. A panel of UGA Law students will discuss their experiences participating in these programs.

Please register via LawDawgDash at least 24 hours in advance to be included in the headcount for lunch. All students are welcome to attend, but those who do not register ahead of time should plan to bring their own lunch.

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Oct 2, 2026: Career Day at Morris, Manning & Martin Café

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 02:45:00 -0400

You are invited to attend Career Day 2026!

When? Friday, October 2 | 2:45PM - 4:45PM

Where? First Floor, Law School

What? We have recruited attorneys and alumni from a variety of locations, practice specialties, and types of employers, to provide you with a variety of connections.

Table forum (2:45-4 p.m.), with attorneys and alumni, where students can circulate and get one-on-one career advice from attorneys and alumni guests, throughout the first and second floors of the law school.Reception (4-4:45 p.m.), where attorneys and law school students, faculty, and staff mingle in the Eversheds Sutherland Courtyard.Please register in LawDawgDash by Wednesday, September 30 at 1:30pm. Students who register in advance will receive the information booklet, listing participating attorneys and details, in advance.

IF REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, YOU ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND. WE WILL MAKE A HANDWRITTEN NAME TAG FOR YOU DAY OF THE EVENT WHEN YOU CHECK IN.

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Oct 5, 2026: 2026 Well-Being Week

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Well-Being Week

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Oct 6, 2026: 2026 Well-Being Week

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Well-Being Week

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Oct 6, 2026: Table for Twenty: Arnall Golden and Gregory at Classroom E (252)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Join us for Table for Twenty, a small-group lunch designed to foster conversation, connection, and candid dialogue with professionals in the legal field. This session will feature attorneys from Arnall Golden and Gregory, who will share insights into their work in the legal field, provide an inside look at what a day in the life of an attorney is like, and general advice to law students for navigating course work, job search, and more.

Attorney Attendees:

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Oct 7, 2026: 2026 Well-Being Week

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Well-Being Week

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Oct 8, 2026: 2026 Well-Being Week

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Well-Being Week

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Oct 9, 2026: 2026 Well-Being Week

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

2026 Well-Being Week

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Oct 12, 2026: School of Law Midterm

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Oct 20, 2026: No Law School Events to be Held on This Date

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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Oct 21, 2026: Bar Exam Character & Fitness: What You Need to Know at Classroom A (120)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:45:00 -0400

Important information session for 3Ls & LLMs.

Representatives from the Georgia bar admissions office will explain what you need to know about the fitness certification process, which you must successfully complete before you can sit for the bar exam. The information also is helpful for those taking other states' bar exams.

Please RSVP by Tuesday 10/20 at Noon to reserve a lunch. If you did not RSVP by the deadline, you are welcome to join.

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Nov 11, 2026: School of Law Withdrawal Deadline

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Nov 23, 2026: School of Law Last Day of Fall 2026 Classes

Mon, 23 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Nov 24, 2026: School of Law Reading Days

Tue, 24 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Nov 25, 2026: School of Law Reading Days

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving Break - School of Law Closed

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Nov 27, 2026: Thanksgiving Break - School of Law Closed

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Nov 30, 2026: School of Law Fall 2026 Exams

Mon, 30 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 1, 2026: School of Law Fall 2026 Exams

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 2, 2026: School of Law Fall 2026 Exams

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 3, 2026: School of Law Fall 2026 Exams

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 4, 2026: School of Law Fall 2026 Exams

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 7, 2026: School of Law Fall 2026 Exams

Mon, 07 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 8, 2026: School of Law Fall 2026 Exams

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 9, 2026: School of Law Fall 2026 Exams

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 10, 2026: School of Law Fall 2026 Exams

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 25, 2026: Winter Break - School of Law Closed

Fri, 25 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 26, 2026: Winter Break - School of Law Closed

Sat, 26 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 27, 2026: Winter Break - School of Law Closed

Sun, 27 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 28, 2026: Winter Break - School of Law Closed

Mon, 28 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 29, 2026: Winter Break - School of Law Closed

Tue, 29 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 30, 2026: Winter Break - School of Law Closed

Wed, 30 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Dec 31, 2026: Winter Break - School of Law Closed

Thu, 31 Dec 2026 00:00:00 -0500

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Jan 1, 2027: Winter Break - School of Law Closed

Fri, 01 Jan 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Jan 11, 2027: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Mon, 11 Jan 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Jan 11, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Semester Begins

Mon, 11 Jan 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Jan 12, 2027: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Tue, 12 Jan 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Jan 13, 2027: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Wed, 13 Jan 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Jan 14, 2027: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Thu, 14 Jan 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Jan 15, 2027: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Fri, 15 Jan 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Jan 18, 2027: Martin Luther King Jr. Day - School of Law Closed

Mon, 18 Jan 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Mar 1, 2027: School of Law Midterm

Mon, 01 Mar 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Mar 8, 2027: School of Law Spring Break

Mon, 08 Mar 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Mar 9, 2027: School of Law Spring Break

Tue, 09 Mar 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Mar 10, 2027: School of Law Spring Break

Wed, 10 Mar 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Mar 11, 2027: School of Law Spring Break

Thu, 11 Mar 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Mar 12, 2027: School of Law Spring Break

Fri, 12 Mar 2027 00:00:00 -0500

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Apr 7, 2027: School of Law Spring Withdrawal Deadline

Wed, 07 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Apr 19, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Last Day of Classes

Mon, 19 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Apr 20, 2027: School of Law Reading Days

Tue, 20 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Apr 21, 2027: School of Law Reading Days

Wed, 21 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Apr 22, 2027: School of Law Reading Days

Thu, 22 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Apr 23, 2027: School of Law Reading Days

Fri, 23 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Apr 26, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Exams

Mon, 26 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Apr 27, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Exams

Tue, 27 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Apr 28, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Exams

Wed, 28 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Apr 29, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Exams

Thu, 29 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Apr 30, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Exams

Fri, 30 Apr 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 3, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Exams

Mon, 03 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 4, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Exams

Tue, 04 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 5, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Exams

Wed, 05 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 6, 2027: School of Law Spring 2027 Exams

Thu, 06 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 15, 2027: School of Law Class of 2027 Commencement

Sat, 15 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 17, 2027: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Mon, 17 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 17, 2027: School of Law Summer 2027 Classes Begin

Mon, 17 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 18, 2027: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Tue, 18 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 19, 2027: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Wed, 19 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 20, 2027: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Thu, 20 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 21, 2027: School of Law Drop/Add for Classes

Fri, 21 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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May 31, 2027: Memorial Day - School of Law Closed

Mon, 31 May 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Jun 14, 2027: School of Law Withdrawal Deadline

Mon, 14 Jun 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Jun 18, 2027: Juneteenth Observance - School of Law Closed

Fri, 18 Jun 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Jul 5, 2027: July 4th Observance - School of Law Closed

Mon, 05 Jul 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Jul 13, 2027: School of Law Operate on a Monday Schedule

Tue, 13 Jul 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Jul 14, 2027: Last Day of Summer 2027 Classes, Operate on a Friday Schedule

Wed, 14 Jul 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Jul 15, 2027: School of Law Reading Days

Thu, 15 Jul 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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Jul 16, 2027: School of Law Reading Days

Fri, 16 Jul 2027 00:00:00 -0400

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