15th Annual Building Pathways to Law School Leadership

The workshop is designed to encourage and assist members of underrepresented groups to pursue deanships and other leadership positions.
About this Event

Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law and Seattle University School of Law offer this workshop to encourage and assist members of underrepresented groups to pursue deanships and other university and law school leadership positions. The workshop will help participants: determine whether to pursue a deanship and the right time; understand the nuts and bolts of the dean's role; prepare to be a successful candidate; learn how to negotiate appointment terms and ensure a successful transition; and determine what other forms of university and law school leadership roles may be a good fit.

Schedule of Events (detailed agenda to come):

Friday, September 18

9 am - 5 pm - Workshop

6 pm - Dinner Reception at Villanova Law

Saturday, September 19

9 am - 3 pm - Workshop

Lodging information:

All workshop sessions will take place at the Inn at Villanova and you are encouraged to book your room at the Inn. The group rate for the workshop is available until August 20.

To book:

Please contact The Inn at Villanova University – 610-519-8000 and let them know you are part of the Building Pathways to Law School Leadership Workshop, or book online* and use the group code: 3272246.

*Note regarding online booking: you must enter the dates you want to book first (even if they appear unavailable), and then click on "Special Codes or Rates" and next select "Group Code" (not "Promo Code") from the drop-down menu. This will show you available rooms under our block.

Any questions, or need assistance with registration? Contact Mandy Goins at [email protected] or 610-608-7094.

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