Question of the Week Archives 2007

July 10, 2007

Is there an orientation planned before classes start in August?

Yes, there will be a mandatory orientation program on Thursday, August 23 and Friday, August 24.

July 3, 2007

I'm trying to plan for vacations and breaks. Where can I find the academic calendar?

The Academic Calendar.

June 19, 2007

If I am starting in the fall, is there anything I should be doing now to prepare?

We get this question frequently and really advise incoming students to enjoy their free time over the course of the summer. The only thing that needs to be done between now and fall entry orientation is to pay your second deposit which is due Monday, July 16.

June 12, 2007

What do I need to know about parking on campus?

Parking on campus is extremely tight and we highly encourage students to car pool, ride public transportation, bicycle, walk or a combination thereof. If you would like to investigate your options, please contact the Public Safety/Transportation Office at (206) 296.5995, or stop by their office, University Services 102 which is next to Sullivan Hall.

May 29, 2007

If I am starting in the summer, do I need to attend an orientation?

Summer start orientation is not mandatory but highly recommended. Summer orientation is June 13 and 14. Please plan to attend a session from 1 to 4 p.m. or 6 to 9 p.m. on both days in Room C1.

May 22, 2007

If I was planning to start in the fall (August) may I switch to the summer (June) start?

Yes, there is still time for you to change your enrollment start status. If you decide to start summer, you will also need to let the Student Financial Services office know by contacting them at (206) 398.4250 or lawfa@seattleu.edu. Please contact the Office of Admission at 1-(800) 471.1767 or lawadmis@seattleu.edu to let us know of your enrollment status change.

May 15, 2007

If I am starting in the fall, when is my second deposit due?

If you are starting in the fall, your second deposit is due July 16, 2007.

May 8, 2007

When will fall registration materials be available?

Fall registration materials will be made available around the middle of July.

May 1, 2007

Do I need a Student ID card?

It is a very good idea to have a Student ID card. You may use it for identification purposes but also for discounts on meal plans and events on campus.

April 24, 2007

How do I know that my deposit has been received?

Once your deposit has been received and processed (this could take up to 7 business days) our department will send you a Seat Reserved postcard in the mail that serves as your receipt.

April 17, 2007

What type of student activities take place or what type of student organizations are there?

There are a wide variety of student organizations you can get involved in. Each of them hosts a good number of activities throughout the year.

April 10, 2007

When can I purchase my laptop and when can I pick it up?

According to the Technology Department, the best time to order your laptop would be mid-May. It usually takes two weeks for the laptop to arrive. Detailed information about the laptop purchase program is available on the Technology Department Web site.

April 3, 2007

How will I know if you have received my official transcript?

You may go to our online application status check to verify whether or not we have received your official transcript yet.

March 27, 2007

Do you offer on campus housing?

The Office of Admission is ready to assist you in your housing search. Please take a look at our Seattle Living page for some off campus housing options. Of course, we always recommend that you visit the area to get a first-hand view of the neighborhoods surrounding the school.

March 20, 2007

As a Seattle University law student, what do I have access to on the campus?

Once you are an enrolled law student, besides having access to all law school facilities, you have access to the Connolly Center (athletic facility), the main campus library, all dining facilities, bookstore, chapel, health services, counseling services, and parking.

March 13, 2007

When will summer registration packets be available?

Summer registration packets will be available on Monday, May 14 at Spring Visit Day. If you can't attend Spring Visit Day, they will be mailed Tuesday, May 15.

March 6, 2007

What classes are a part of the first year?

First Year Courses 2007-2008

• CIVIL PROCEDURE (3 credits) CIVL-100 (Fall) CIVL-105 (Spring)
  Pleading under the rules of civil procedure for U.S. District Courts and under state rules. Discovery and other pretrial mechanisms; jurisdiction and venue; summary judgment; parties and the dimensions of a dispute; aspects of trial practice.
• CONTRACTS (3 credits) CONT-100 (Fall) CONT-105 (Spring)
  Enforceable agreements, including requirements for the formation of a contract; problems of interpretation; consideration and its equivalents; damages for breach; the statue of frauds; illegality; rights and liabilities of third parties; delegation of contractual duties.
• CRIMINAL LAW (4 credits) CRIM-100 (Summer or Fall only)
  Substantive criminal law and elements of criminal responsibility. Topics include law of homicide and other crimes; determination of guilt; principles of justification, including the insanity defense.
• LEGAL WRITING I (1 credit-fall) WRIT-100 (2 credits-spring) WRIT-105
  Intensive, small-group instruction in the basics of legal research, reading, analysis, and writing. To locate and read statutes and cases construct factual and policy arguments, analyze and synthesize cases, and write effective legal memos and client letters.
• PROPERTY (3 credits) PROP-100 (Fall) PROP-105 (Spring)
  Law of real and personal property, emphasizing real estate. Creation and transfer of property interest; relationship between landlord and tenant; public and private controls of land use; common law estates and future interests.
• TORTS 100 (2 credits-fall) TORT-105 (3 credits-spring) or TORT-100 (5 credits-summer)
  Nature, historical development, social and economic elements, and consequences of the body of law defining noncontractual civil obligations by which the legal system shifts the economic burden of various injuries. Study of liability for physical harm, defamation, and other relational harm.

February 27, 2007

I received a call from a current student asking if I had questions about Seattle University School of Law. I do, but I missed the call. Who can I be in touch with for more information?

Our student callers try each student three times-on different days and different weeks. If they don't reach you on these tries, we include brochures on the student and alumni ambassador programs in your welcome packet which are mailed out two weeks after you are admitted. The passwords in those brochures provide you access to the online databases and you can be in touch with current students and alumnae through this site.

February 20, 2007

How do I arrange a visit to the Law School?

Call or e-mail the Office of Admission at (800) 471.1767, (206) 398.4200 or lawadmis@seattleu.edu. You are welcome to chat with an Admission staff member, sit in on a class and take a tour of the law school building. We would like to have at least a couple of days advance notice before your visit to provide you with the best experience. Monday through Thursday provides the biggest selection as far as choices for class visits. Most classes during the day are fifty minutes long. (A reminder-our spring classes typically end during the third to fourth week of April.) You are also welcome to make an appointment with the Student Financial Services if have you specific concerns or questions. Please contact them at (206) 398.4250 or lawfa@seattleu.edu.

February 13, 2007

Are there any upcoming events/dates I should be aware of?

Informal Admitted Student Open Houses will be held between now and April. Also, Spring Visit Day is Monday, May 14. You will receive summer start registration packets on May 14 if you attend. Informal Admitted Student Open Houses will be held on February 16, March 23, and April 20. All dates for Informal Admitted Student Open Houses are Fridays and all times are from noon to 3 p.m.

February 6, 2007

Now that I've been admitted, when can I expect to hear from Student Financial Services?

Tuition for the 2007-2008 school year will not be set until the beginning of March. Therefore, an Award Letter will be mailed approximately three weeks after admit date (but no earlier than mid March), if your financial aid file is complete. Contact Student Financial Services at lawfa@seattleu.edu with any specific financial aid questions.