Dear Bama Law Class of 2027:
Congratulations on your acceptance to the University of Alabama School of Law! We hope that you’re having a great summer, and we are thrilled to welcome you to Tuscaloosa. Please be sure to review the emails that the Admissions Office has sent you over the summer regarding information about class registration, parking, your Action Card, SBA dues, textbooks, and assignments for the first day of class. Below are some reminders, and additional information, to help ease the transition into law school.
As you know, Orientation begins on Monday, August 5, 2024 at 9:00AM. It’ll be held every Monday through Friday until Tuesday, August 13th! While Orientation activities begin at 9:00, please arrive between 8:30 and 8:45 so that you can be seated with your orientation materials. During Orientation, you will attend several sessions presented by the Law School’s faculty, students, and staff. This Orientation, which is sponsored by the Law School and our Student Bar Association, is required for all entering students. While many of you will use your laptops for class, your laptops are not needed for these sessions. While the attire for Orientation is casual, there will be a class photo taken on the first day! Keep in mind that you will be seated for most of the day so try to wear something that is comfortable for you.
When you arrive on Monday morning, please park in the lot on the west end (Coleman Coliseum side) of the Law School. We call this the student entrance. Once inside, you will be met with current students along with admissions staff who will help you start your Bama Law Journey.
The Law School has recently migrated our email through Outlook to join with the Crimson Email that you have been assigned by Main Campus. At Orientation, the IT Department will provide you with further information about setting up and accessing your email.
Please do not wait until Orientation to arrive in Tuscaloosa! You will need some time to get settled in before Orientation begins. Please plan accordingly.
Last, we have some fun events scheduled for you to be able to become more acclimated to Bama Law. One of our favorite incoming 1L traditions is the annual Battle of the Gavel. A mix between field day and class Olympics, this event will be held at the Law School on Saturday, August 10th at 2pm. In addition to Battle of the Gavel, the SBA will be hosting numerous social, wellness, and preparedness events around campus and Tuscaloosa throughout the week. More details are to come closer to time about what those are and where but we encourage you to use these opportunities to explore your new home and meet your Bama Law family.
Again, we congratulate you and welcome you to the Law School. You are about to embark on a rewarding journey. We look forward to meeting you all on Monday, August 5! If you have any questions in the meantime, please feel free to call, text or email us through our information listed below. If you have questions contact the Associate Dean of Admissions, Claude Arrington (205-348-2728) or the Admissions office (205-348-5440). Hope you all continue having a restful summer!
Sincerely,
Monroe Clayton
Member of the Class of 2026
(919) 358-5860
monroe.clayton@law.ua.edu
Olivia Pahl
Member of the Class of 2026
(734) 855-5326
olivia.pahl@law.ua.edu
Brandon Marsh
Member of the Class of 2025
(256) 468-8793
brandon.marsh@law.ua.edu