2026 Orientation Event Schedule

Howard University Howard University School of School of Law Law Class of 2029 Orientation July 31st - August 8th

HOWARD UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW CLASS OF 2029

ORIENTATION SCHEDULE JULY 31, 2026 - AUGUST 8, 2026 Welcome to a Different World at HUSL, Class of 2029!

Congratulations on choosing the greatest law school community to begin your legal career. We are incredibly excited to welcome you to our family and to guide you through your upcoming journey.

Before anything else, let us say this: we are proud of you. You have continued to thrive even in trying times, and that resilience is exactly what makes you perfect for HUSL. The entire HUSL community is here to support you. You didn’t stumble into this moment; you were specifically selected for a reason. Your voice matters, your presence is powerful, and your story belongs here.

Orientation is meant to be both an educational and fun experience that allows you to get to know the HUSL community, our values, and our mission. Each day is mandatory unless indicated otherwise. There will also be optional student-led programming that takes place in the evening. We strongly encourage you to attend these events to make connections with your incoming classmates and current students.

During the week, you will receive important information from the orientation team.

Please read each communication and complete the tasks. Some emails will come from huslorientation@gmail.com. Please follow the orientation Instagram at @husl.orientation. Additionally, follow the School of Law's Instagram and TikTok @howardlawschool to stay connected.

Law school is truly a different world, and we want to show you a different HUSL. Your orientation experience will show you exactly why the HUSL legacy and family are so strong. We hope you enjoy every moment of it, and we're excited to welcome you into A Different World at HUSL. Sincerely,

Jaden Faunteroy

2026 Orientation Chair

Kameelah Freeman

2026 Orientation Vice Chair 1

WELCOME DAY FRIDAY, JULY 31ST | ATTIRE: CASUAL 10:00 AM 3:00 PM

STUDENT SERVICES FAIR

APPOINTMENT BASED: REGISTER HERE Meet with representatives from the Law Library, Office of Financial Aid, and the Bursar to complete important registration steps and learn about the resources available to support your success throughout law school.

ALL 1Ls MUST SIGN UP FOR A LIBRARY SERVICE APPOINTMENT

2:30 PM 3:00 PM

CAMPUS TOURS

Explore the law school and surrounding campus with student tour guides who will highlight important locations and share insider tips for navigating HUSL.

3:00 PM 5:00 PM

STUDENT & FAMILY WELCOME BBQ

Kick off orientation with your classmates, faculty, staff, and family members over food and conversation out on the lawn!

Sign Up for Student Services here! Everyone MUST atttend a library session!

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 ATTIRE: BUSINESS CASUAL 8:00 AM 9:00 AM

CHECK-IN DOORS CLOSE AT 8:45 AM SHARP

9:00 AM 9:35 AM

ICEBREAKER – HOUSE WARS INTRODUCTION

HOUSE INTRODUCTIONS & POSTER CREATION Meet your Housemates through team-building activities and create a team poster that showcases your creativity and school spirit.

9:45 AM 12:00 PM

INTRODUCTION TO LAW

The Office of Academic Success Begin building the academic skills and mindset needed to succeed during your first year of law school with Professor Keri Foster – Director of Academic Success & Bar Prep

12:00 PM 1:00 PM

LUNCH

1:00 PM 2:00 PM

INTRODUCTION TO LAW (CONT.)

2:00 PM 3:00 PM

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY & AI IN THE LAW

3:00 PM 4:00 PM

LETTER TO FUTURE ME...

with Professor April Dawson

Write a letter to yourself, to be read on your last day of classes. Take pictures with student leaders to commemorate this special day!

DAILY RECAP AND Q&A

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FIRST GEN BRUNCH SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 ATTIRE: BRUNCH CHIC 10:45 AM CHECK-IN 11:00 AM

11:00 AM

DEAN’S WELCOME

11:15 AM 12:00 PM

FIRST GEN BRUNCH

12:00 PM STARTING STRONG 12:30 PM

12:30 PM TRANSITION TO CLASSROOM 12:45 PM

12:45 PM 1:45 PM

3L PANEL

1:45 PM 2:00 PM

BREAK

2:00 PM 3:00 PM

ALUMNI PANEL

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MONDAY, AUGUST 3 ATTIRE: BUSINESS CASUAL 8:00 AM 9:00 AM

CHECK-IN

9:00 AM 9:15 AM

DEAN’S WELCOME

9:15 AM 9:30 AM

INTRODUCTIONS & EXPECTATIONS

9:30 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 11:30 AM

with Dean Roger A. Fairfax, Jr.

with Dean Tracy Simmons Associate Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs

MISSION MATTERS

with Professor Angi Porter ’13

HOUSE WARS - GUESS THAT HUSLER!

BUILDING YOUR LAW SCHOOL BUDGET with AccessLex

11:30 AM - HISTORY OF HUSL with Professor Sherrilyn Ifill W/ Professor Crooms 12:30 PM Vernon Jordan, Jr. Endowed Chair in Civil Rights 12:30 PM 1:30 PM

LUNCH

1:30 PM 2:30 PM

WELLNESS IN LAW SCHOOL

2:30 PM 3:30 PM

DEAN’S FIRESIDE CHAT

3:30 PM 3:45 PM

BREAK

3:45 PM 4:15 PM

4:15 PM 5:00 PM

with Ms. Brianna Simmons, Health and Wellness Coordinator

Yasmin Cader ACLU Deputy Executive Director for Program, Strategy, and Culture

KEEPING ALL BISON SAFE with Angie Logan Pope Title IX Director & Coordinator

CAMPUS SCAVENGER HUNT

[OPTIONAL]

NONTRADITIONAL STUDENT MIXER In the Pauli Murray Suite from 5:30pm - 6:30pm

SERVICE DAY TUESDAY, AUGUST 4 ATTIRE: CLASS T-SHIRTS 8:00 AM 8:30 AM

CHECK-IN

8:45 AM 9:00 AM

CLASS PHOTO

Capture the beginning of your law school journey with the official Class of 2029 photo!

9:00 AM 2:00 PM

SERVICE DAY

w/ House and House Leaders

Give back to the local community through service projects that reflect HUSL’s commitment to leadership and public service

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5 ATTIRE: REP YOUR SET (UNDERGRAD OR D9 8:00 AM 9:00 AM

CHECK-IN

9:00 AM 9:30 AM

HOUSE WARS - WHO’S WHO?

9:30 AM 12:00 PM

INTRODUCTION TO LAW

12:00 PM 1:00 PM

LUNCH

1:00 PM 2:00 PM

Sponsored by: Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

“WHAT’S YOUR HOT TAKE?” – HOUSE WARS #3

2:00 PM 3:30 PM

INTRODUCTION TO LAW

3:45 PM 4:20 PM

BUILDING & PROTECTING YOUR DIGITAL BRAND

4:20 PM 5:00 PM

with Director Keri Foster Academic Success and Bar Preparation

with Dean Lauren Jackson Assistant Dean for Career & Professional Development

FASHION SHOW

DAILY RECAP AND Q&A

HOMEWORK DUE AUG. 6th Come with an updated HUSL resume for Career Services

[OPTIONAL]

GREEK SHOWDOWN On the Lawn at 5:30 Judged by Dean Simmons

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 6 ATTIRE: 90'S ATTIRE 8:00 AM 9:00 AM

CHECK-IN

9:00 AM 9:30 AM

HOUSE WARS - PROFESSIONAL DO’S & DON’TS

9:30 AM 12:00 PM

INTRODUCTION TO LAW

12:00 PM 1:00 PM

STUDENT LEADER LUNCHEON

with Director Keri Foster Academic Success and Bar Preparation

Sponsored by: Norton Rose Fulbright

1:00 PM - BUILDING COMMUNITY 2:15 PM with Denise Robinson, The Still Center

2:15 PM 3:15 PM

3:15 PM 3:30 PM

CHARACTER & FITNESS with Ms. Adrienne Packard Senior Director of Student Affairs

BREAK

3:30 PM OFFICE OF CAREER & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 4:30 PM

4:30 PM HOW TO HUSL & SECTIONS PANELS 5:30 PM

DAILY RECAP AND Q&A IMPORTANT: Pinning Ceremony Instructions, & House Wars Winner

PINNING CEREMONY FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 ATTIRE: CASUAL/BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL 8:30 AM 9:00 AM

CHECK-IN

9:00 AM 2:00 PM

EXPLORE DC

Students will be led by either a faculty member or an orientation leader on an excursion to a historic landmark in Washington, DC. Your House Leader will inform you of the meeting location. Sign up coming during orientation week.

2:00 PM 5:00 PM

PREPARE FOR PINNING CEREMONY

5:00 PM

PINNING CEREMONY CHECK-IN Cramton Auditorium (Main Campus) 2455 6th St. NW, Washington, DC 20059 Doors open at 5:00 PM | 4 guests per student ALL 1Ls MUST ARRIVE BY 5:00 PM

6:00 PM 8:00 PM

PINNING CEREMONY

HUSL NIGHT @ NATS PARK SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 ATTIRE: BASEBALL T-SHIRT

5:00 PM

BUS DEPARTURE - ARRIVE AT 4:45PM

6:00 PM

WASHINGTON NATIONALS GAME Sponsored by: Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP