Student Life

The Carolina Law Experience

Our students consistently cite the atmosphere among the student body as one of the best aspects of their experience here. With a reputation for being friendly and supportive, our students treat each other as colleagues, not competitors.

The Student Development Office supports the personal, professional, and academic development of Carolina Law students by fostering a culture of respect, leadership, growth, engagement, and exploration.

  • Our Student Development team supports students and student organizations to maximize the quality of the experience, culture, and community at Carolina Law.
  • We offer dedicated support to Carolina Law students with programs benefiting their personal and professional development, and overall well-being.
  • The Student Development team provides individualized support for students on emotional, social, and psychological concerns.
  • Through our work with Dean’s Fellows, student organizations, law journals, and moot court and trial teams, the Student Development team empowers students to develop leadership, organizational, and professional skills to benefit them in law school and beyond.
  • Our team works alongside students, faculty, and staff to instill pride, community, mutual respect, and professionalism within the Carolina Law community.

Learn more below about how each team member supports students.

David Wright, Assistant Dean for Student Development

Carolina Law students are encouraged to contact Dean Wright with any questions or concerns they may have about their law school experience, including:

  • Academic Accommodation Referrals
  • Adjusting to Law School
  • Bar Applications, including Character & Fitness
  • Basic Needs Support
  • Exam Administration & Rescheduling
  • Honor Code Questions or Concerns
  • Leave of Absence, Transfer, Voluntary Withdrawal, or Modified Schedules
  • Navigating Law School Policies or Processes
  • Student Conduct and Safety

Contact Dean Wright:

Lucinda Gardner, Director of Student Services

Carolina Law students are encouraged to contact Lucinda with any questions about student experience and engagement, including:

  • Academic Accommodation Referrals
  • Adjusting to Law School
  • Commencement
  • Navigating Law School Policies or Processes
  • New Student Orientation
  • Student Leadership & Organizations
  • Wellness Support and Programs

Contact Lucinda Gardner:

Rebecca Barraclough Howell, Director of International Programs and Special Projects

Carolina Law students are encouraged to contact Rebecca with questions they may have about global opportunities and other student support, including:

  • Global Opportunities & Study Abroad
  • Adjusting to Law School
  • Bar Applications
  • Exam Rescheduling
  • General Student Wellness
  • Navigating Law School Policies or Processes

Contact Rebecca Barraclough Howell:

Emily Shuman, Business Services Coordinator

Carolina Law students are encouraged to contact Emily with questions about:

  • Academic Accommodation Referrals
  • Exam Administration
  • Navigating Law School Policies & Processes
  • Student Organization Finances and Support

Contact Emily Shuman:

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