PICs Picks: Community Project Involvement

Law students at DePaul have many advantages and opportunities open to them. One of these is the vast number of service activities that allow law students to participate in a multitude of projects to benefit the community. These service opportunities range from legally focused work, such as the numerous clinic programs, to those that do not deal with legal work, such as the Service Immersion trips. There is flexibility to accommodate any level of student interest, from those willing to make major time commitments through the field placement program or clinics to those seeking to work one day per semester. Besides providing the chance for students to bolster their resumes with meaningful and attractive experiences, there is also a chance to gain useful training and experience. Finally, students who choose to participate in service activities often make great contacts with attorneys, judges, professors, and other law students that could lead to employment while in school or after graduation. Check out the Pro Bono & Community Service Initiative today for more information on various pro bono and volunteer opportunities.