Student Learning Outcomes

Student Learning Outcomes for J.D. Program

1. Demonstrate understanding of substantive and procedural law.
2. Employ legal analysis, reasoning, and problem-solving.
3. Engage in factual development and legal research.
4. Communicate effectively in both written and oral form.
5. Fulfill professional and ethical responsibilities to clients and the legal system.
6. Use interpersonal skills to participate competently, professionally, and ethically as a member of the legal profession.
7. Engage with legal concepts, policies, and values at a scholarly level.
8. Understand and appropriately cultivate a unique professional identity.
9. Demonstrate competence toward cultural diversity in the legal system.

Note: Pursuant to ABA Standards, the College of Law: (1) assesses SLOs 1-7; (2) provides substantial opportunities for students to achieve SLO 8; and (3) addresses SLO 9 during the 1L Legal Analysis & Problem-Solving course and at least during one other stage of the students’ legal education.