EUGENE–In its continuing effort to promote diversity, the University of Oregon School of Law will mark National Minority Law Month on Feb. 26 with a special day-long program for minority students interested in finding out more about law school.

"Law School 101" is targeting minority high school and college students, as well as all members of minority groups across the state who may be interested in attending law school.

The program, which is free and open to the public, takes place from 10 a.m.—3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 26, at the UO law school in Grayson Hall (UO Law Center), 1101 Kincaid St.

"We are strong believers in the importance of a diverse student body, and are concerned about misconceptions that affirmative action challenges are narrowing opportunities for people of color on law campuses," says Katherine Jernberg, director of admissions, UO School of Law. "We’re trying to reach out to minorities in high schools and colleges, as well as in the general population, to let them know that they are welcome, and that a law degree is an attainable goal which will open the door to a multitude of rewarding career opportunities."

The event’s sessions will be held in Rooms 121 and 229 at Grayson Hall and include a mock trial, roundtable discussions and simulated law classes. Participants include UO law faculty and students, and members of the minority affairs committee of the Lane County Bar Association.

Law School 101 is sponsored by the UO School of Law, with funding from the national Law School Admission Council Minority Affairs Committee.

For information or to register, contact Ben Greer, assistant to the director of admissions, UO School of Law, (541) 346-1810.

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