Student Organization Spotlight: Pre-Law Society
The Pre-Law Society encourages and promotes a career in law by preparing members to apply for law school.
Through the organization, members attend law forums, visit prospective law schools, and hear from guest speakers in the law field, including lawyers, judges, admission representatives, paralegal directors or test preparation organizations.
The organization’s president, Jesse Silgero, says the Pre-Law Society has helped him grow professionally and kept him focused on his main academic goal after college, which is getting into law school. He also says he has learned how to navigate the law school admissions process and explored different fields of law, all while making life-long friendships with peers in the organization.
What was your motivation for joining the Pre-Law Society?
I wanted to join the Pre-Law Society because I wanted to gain connections in law early on in my college career. I knew the earlier I networked with practicing attorneys and other like-minded students, the better. I knew that the Pre-Law Society would give me the platform to do so.
What has been the highlight of your time with the Pre-Law Society?
The highlight of my time in the Pre-Law Society has definitely been becoming president of such a great organization and working with a team that is so dedicated.
Is your organization open to all majors?
The Pre-Law Society is open to all majors at SDSU.
When it comes to finding new members for your organization, what type of students are you looking for?
We're looking for students who want to learn about how to get to law school and are curious about the field of law.
When are your meetings and is there a membership fee?
Our meetings are every Tuesday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Visionary Suite in the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union. The dues for Pre-Law Society are $45 for first-time members and $40 for returning members per semester.
Does your organization have any upcoming events?
We have many exciting events planned for this year, including guest speakers, courthouse tours and visiting law schools, but specific dates are to be determined still. They will be posted on the Pre-Law Society Facebook page.
How can students find more information about your organization?
Students can visit the Pre-Law Society webpage, visit the Pre-Law Society Facebook page or email questions directly to [email protected].
What impact have SDSU faculty made on your organization?
Our faculty advisor, professor Ronnee Schrieber, has been amazing. She is great at helping students with their questions and is always presenting the Pre-Law Society with opportunities for learning about the law.
