Global Legal Studies
A Majors Abroad Program
About the B.A. in Global Legal Studies
- Preparation for law school or other graduate programs
- 4+2 with Arcadia’s International Peace and Conflict Resolution master’s program
- Preparation for careers in public service, education, management
- Preparation for secondary teaching
- Opportunities to travel with Model UN team
- Internships available in Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C, British Parliament, Scottish Parliament and more
- Senior Capstone seminar and thesis research project that integrate classroom learning with real-world experiences
- Opportunities to study at American Graduate School of International Relations and Diplomacy in Paris, France
- Opportunities to study abroad at some of the top universities around the world
The Global Legal Studies major focuses on developing skills useful in the study and practice of law, understanding substantive areas of law and legal reasoning, and exploring the place of law in both the United States and other societies. More.
Pathways to Study Abroad
This Majors Abroad Program (MAP) will require at least two semesters of study abroad, normally in the junior year, at one location where law is offered as an undergraduate major and Arcadia students can take at least two law school classes plus two other courses widely recognized as good preparation for law school. A distinctive and challenging international experience is attractive to law school admissions committees.
Visit Pathways to Study Abroad for more information and suggested course sequences.
Faculty
- Professor: Finbarr O'Connor
- Associate Professors: Dr. Joan Hulse Thompson (Co-Chair), Dr. Robert R. Thompson (Co-Chair)
- Assistant Professor: Dr. Angela Kachuyeuski
- Adjunct Professors: Michael Archie, J.D., Charles Halpin, J.D., Amy Cox
