Law, Society and Advocacy
- Minor
Stetson's Law, Society and Advocacy minor explores the role of law in society through an interdisciplinary curriculum that combines liberal arts with hands-on legal experiences. Prepare for law school through Mock Trial, Moot Court, internships and the Floyd M. Riddick Model United States Senate while receiving guidance from Stetson's Pre-Law Advisory Committee.
Why Law, Society and Advocacy at Stetson University?
Stetson's Law, Society and Advocacy minor examines law through historical, philosophical and social perspectives while emphasizing the analytical reasoning, critical thinking and communication skills valued by law schools and legal employers. Rather than focusing solely on legal doctrine, you'll explore how law shapes, and is shaped by, society.
Classroom learning is reinforced through experiential opportunities, including Mock Trial, Moot Court, internships and the Floyd M. Riddick Model United States Senate. Supported by the Pre-Law Advisory Committee, you'll receive guidance on LSAT preparation, law school selection and the admissions process while building practical experience that strengthens your law school applications. Students can also combine this minor with Stetson's Business Law minor to develop complementary expertise in both legal theory and the legal foundations of business.
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“Stetson challenged me to step into spaces I didn’t initially see for myself.”
— Isabella Degenhardt '26
Career Outcomes
The Law, Society and Advocacy minor equips students with the analytical, research, and advocacy skills valued in law school and in careers that require careful reasoning, persuasive communication, and institutional understanding. Graduates pursue pathways including:
- Law school and legal practice
- Public policy and government service
- Nonprofit advocacy and community leadership
- Business and regulatory compliance
- Journalism and public affairs
Meet the Faculty
As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally. As well as having access to the Pre-Law Advisory Committee who takes an active role in helping Stetson students prepare for a law career.
- Joel Davis, English PhD
- Christopher Ferguson, Psychology PhD
- Karla Davis Jamison, Admissions and Student Financial Aid College of Law
- Joshua Rust, Philosophy PhD, Pre-Law Director
- Leander Seah, History PhD
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
At Stetson, learning goes beyond the classroom. You'll have opportunities to build real-world experience through internships, research, community engagement and other experiential learning opportunities.
HATTER READYFrequently Asked Questions
No, it is only a minor.
Stetson offers merit scholarships, need-based grants, federal and state aid, work-study, and program-specific awards. More than 98% of Stetson students receive some form of financial aid.
Through philosophical, historical, and sociological analysis of law, combined with practical experiences in Mock Trial, Moot Court, and Model Senate.
A faculty committee that advises students on LSAT preparation, law school selection, internships, and the application process.
The minor complements majors in Political Science, History, Philosophy, English, Sociology, and the Pre-Law advising track.
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