ATJI offers countless ways for students and the law school community to deepen their understanding of social justice issues. Below is a listing of current offerings that help students connect academic learning with real-world issues and action. Please visit our Pro Bono Portal for the latest information on upcoming events or contact atji@seattleu.edu.
Social Justice Mondays is an organized, weekly series that aims to create a forum to bring awareness and encourage discussion about the many issues that surround the idea of "social justice" in order to educate and strengthen the community of students, faculty and staff at Seattle University School of Law. ATJI works with students and student organizations to organize Social Justice Mondays that often involve faculty, practicing attorneys, and other community leaders presenting or facilitating a conversation on a substantive legal issue.
Join us every Monday at noon during the academic year in Room C5! Lunch is provided.
Interested in Organizing a Social Justice Monday?
We invite students, student organizations, faculty, and/or staff to submit proposals for a program/event idea. Please see the Social Justice Mondays Event Proposal Guidelines for more information.
2017-18 Pro Bono Prep Trainings
Check out our ConnectSU portal for any future trainings.
RJLI is a professional development opportunity for SU law students, faculty, and staff in line with our commitment to the University mission. RJLI is designed to foster leadership skills for working in all areas of the profession in ways that resist systems of privilege and oppression. Please check back for information about upcoming sessions.
This year-long program is designed to give a group of selected 1Ls a unique opportunity to build skills that will set a foundation for leadership within and outside of the law school, as well as for a career in public interest and social justice work. It is also a terrific way to connect with other students and attorneys who share common interests and career goals. The Fellowship experience includes monthly workshops as well as networking and mentorship from attorneys and community leaders. Find out more information and how to apply.
1L students interested in becoming an ATJI First Year Fellow must provide a 1-page personal statement that answers the following: (1) What in your personal and professional background has motivated you to explore a career in public interest? (2) What motivated your decision to come to law school? (3) What do you hope to gain from becoming an ATJI First Year Fellow? (4) What activities and experiences do you most hope to participate in during law school? For questions, please contact Abby Goldy at ATJI, goldyabigail@seattleu.edu .
ATJI initiated a partnership with the Legal Writing faculty to bring real-world social justice issues into the classroom. Please check back for information.