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SJC Introduces Pre-Law Mentorship Program
Story written for SJC by Publications and Media Relations Intern Rebecca Scherer.
Posted: September 2, 2004.
Dr. Peter Watkins, Associate Professor of Political Science and pre-law advisor of 14 years, is spearheading a new program at Saint Joseph's College: the pre-law mentorship program. The project incorporates a network of SJC alumni who are law school graduates willing to mentor current pre-law students. Thus far, mentors have been confirmed in Virginia, Florida, Illinois, and Indiana.
Watkins believes the new mentorship program will improve the success of pre-law students after graduation. "This program will draw on successful SJC alumni who are law school graduates and allow pre-law students to form career relationships with them," he said.
Involved students, while getting to know their mentors, will obtain information first hand about the law school application process, ups and downs of law school, and how to begin a career in law. "These things are important for them to hear because these graduates have actually done it all," he explained. "By interacting with the mentors, students can improve their chances of getting into law school and perhaps learn some career options as well."
According to Watkins, this program not only reflects the dedication of SJC's pre-law students and alumni but also the College's commitment to personal attention for all students. "Every student receives personal attention at SJC, and this program takes that one step further. The alumni who volunteered their services for this program haven't forgotten that personal touch they encountered at this institution. Their willingness to help our pre-law students, moreover, says a lot about the loyalty of our alumni," he said, adding, "My students deserve the best they can get."
The pre-law mentorship program is open to SJC sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in attending law school or beginning a career in law. For more information, contact Watkins at 219-866-6350.
Saint Joseph's College, named a "character-building college" by the Templeton Foundation, is a four-year, Catholic liberal arts college offering 79 major, minor, and pre-professional programs. Founded and sponsored by the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, SJC is located in Rensselaer, Indiana, approximately 90 minutes from both Chicago and Indianapolis, on a park-like campus of 180 acres and has an enrollment of approximately 1,000 students.
