Stories tagged with: Center for Law, Justice and Culture

Lily Garner stands outside next to the sign for Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio
Career Opportunities

CLJC funded summer legal internships send Bobcats across Ohio, into Pennsylvania

Working in communities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, Ohio University students served alongside judges, attorneys, legal aid advocates, policymakers and public defenders while exploring careers in law and public service.

The Mock Trial team holding awards at Purdue University.
Mock trial team

Award-winning performances at Purdue reflect strength of OHIO Mock Trial

Last month, the Mock Trial Green team placed second in a regional competition with two members winning individual awards.

OHIO representative stand with community partner award winners, who are holding their awards
Community Partners

Ohio University to bring campus, community together for Engage OHIO 2026 Symposium

Ohio University will host the 2026 Engage OHIO: Community and Place-based Engagement Symposium on Nov. 5–6 at the Ohio University Inn and Conference Center.

The Mock Trial team.
Legal Training

Ohio University Mock Trial Team Begins 12th Season with 26 Student Advocates

The new and returning mock trial participants will compete in intercollegiate courtroom simulations, gaining legal skills through experiential learning.

OHIO students stand  together outside on a warm summer day while looking out across a valley
Student Opportunities

Students gain hands-on experience through programs funded by Experiential Learning Stewardship Grants

OHIO faculty and staff from all campuses are creating new opportunities for students to connect classroom learning with hands-on experience with the help of Experiential Learning Stewardship Grants.

An image of Larry Hayman and friends
Moving OHIO Forward

Alumni join forces to establish endowment honoring Larry Hayman and support the future of law, justice education at OHIO

Founding commitments totaling $450,000 have launched a $1 million effort to provide increased support for Ohio University’s Center for Law, Justice & Culture.

Andrea Tiu and Callia Fout stand with five other individuals outside in front of large trees and old buildings while in Cambodia
Student Opportunities

Bobcats abroad: SISAL's International Internship Program sends students to six countries in its first summer

A pilot program supported by seed funding from the President's Circle Fund sent Bobcats to internship experiences in Thailand, Cambodia, Argentina, Greece, Northern Ireland and Malaysia over the summer.

The 2026 MORPC interns stand together for a photo while they are outside in front of a building
Student Opportunities

Students, local governments benefit from internship partnership with MORPC

An internship collaboration between OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service and the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) is benefiting students and local communities.

Emily Stokes sits at a table and discusses a project with members of the Mayors Partnership for Progress
Student Success

Voinovich Research Scholar’s journey winds through Appalachian towns to White House

Emily Stokes’ journey is a prime example of how Ohio University strives to give students a solid educational experience while also providing them with opportunities to grow through its external partnerships.

CLJ 2026
Community Engagement

Summer Law and Trial Institute inspires Ohio high school students to pursue law, public service and justice

For two weeks this summer, high school students from across Ohio explored the legal profession, developed advocacy skills and gained firsthand exposure to the justice system through Ohio University's Summer Law & Trial Institute (SLTI).

Larry Hayman, Esq.
Legal education

Hayman named to OSBA Board as CLJC receives grant support

Larry Hayman, Esq., director of legal engagement and the Pre-Law Program at Ohio University, has been appointed to serve on the Ohio State Bar Association’s Board of Governors for the 2026-2029 term.

Students at the Rural Justice Lab
Law and Justice

Justice Labs shape, develop students’ skills and values

Through the Center for Law, Justice & Culture, pre-law students can participate in the International Justice Lab and Rural Justice Lab, gaining hands-on legal experience.

Cutler Hall is shown surrounded by colorful trees on a sunny day in the spring
OHIO Awards

Ohio University recognizes faculty, administrative leaders for excellence in community engagement

Ohio University’s Center for Community Impact has announced the faculty and administrator winners of the 2025–26 Community Engaged Awards.

Ava Wood
Student Leaders

Ohio University student Ava Wood receives statewide Charles J. Ping Student Service Award

This statewide honor recognizes outstanding undergraduate leadership in community service and civic engagement.

Larry Hayman, Esq.
National Leaders

Larry Hayman receives national Gerald Wilson Award for leadership, service in pre law advising

Larry Hayman, Esq., was recognized for more than a decade of leadership at the regional and national levels, as well as his ongoing commitment to access, mentorship and professional collaboration.

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