for public speaking, but it really preps
students who may want to go into
law," she said. "It allows them to get a
real feel for all aspects of a courtroom
and how a trial is run."
team, said it offers students intangi-
bles beyond the legal experience.
ferent majors, you really get an idea of
what the other students are about and
you make each other better with your
writing, your public speaking, every-
thing," she said.
agrees. The 21-year-old history major
is in her second year in the program
and said it has helped round out her ac-
ademic experience.
very good," she said. "I was nervous all
the time. I am so much more comfort-
able this year and it made a big differ-
ence for me." As she now applies to
law schools, Burgio said she sees the
The Center for Law and Society as a
way to enhance the experience for stu-
dents who follow her class.
an episode of `Law and Order,' but you
find out how hard it is and how much
you have to know to try a case," she
said of the program.
how to think on your feet and really
learn the small things that make big dif-
ferences."
the center hopes to reach a range of stu-
dents. It's open to virtually anyone with
an interest in law, not just pre-law stu-
dents and mock trial participants.
"We want to welcome as many stu-
dents as possible to take part in the
activities, field trips and programs the
center will offer."
such a program, according to Steve
Mazurak, former dean of the Univer-
sity of Detroit Mercy Law School. He
was keynote speaker at the dedication
ceremony.
firms," Mazurak told the group.
"Many go into law enforcement, busi-
ness, government, media and other
fields."
falo Law Journal.
student naming campaign. The name -- The Loft -- is an apt description of the third-floor room at the arts center (pictured above).
The large space, with capacity for 70 to 80 people, is available for art installations, performance art, graffiti art, mini recitals, movie
screenings, poetry slams, play readings, club meetings and as a study center. The Loft can be booked for events weekdays, and is
available for studying when there is no event taking place.