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    "page_content": "<p><a href=\"#Dean\">Office of the Dean</a> | <a href=\"#Orientation\">Office of Student Affairs: Orientation</a> | <a href=\"#admissions\">Admissions</a> |&nbsp;<a href=\"#registrar\">Registrar</a> | <a href=\"#finaid\">Financial Aid</a> | <a href=\"#IT\">Information Technology Services</a> |&nbsp;<a href=\"#campsafety\">Campus Safety</a> | <a href=\"#library\">Law Library</a> | <a href=\"#bookstore\">Bookstore</a></p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<p><strong>Welcome, Incoming Class of 2022!</strong> You&rsquo;re about to join a group of successful and supportive peers, renowned faculty, and accomplished alumni. Your path to a successful legal career starts now, and it all starts here at Delaware Law.</p>\r\n<p>Orientation is the first step in your law school journey, and we can&rsquo;t wait to get started! From introductions to case briefing and exam taking techniques to wellness and academic support programs, we have designed an Orientation program to provide you with the tools to succeed in law school. Please bookmark this page and check back often for updated information.</p>\r\n<p>At Delaware Law, you will find a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community &shy;&mdash; because we know that what you experience in and out of the classroom matters to your success, overall professional development, and ability to thrive.&nbsp; We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and belonging. Please take a moment to view our <a href=\"ipl://250//W10=////\">Nondiscrimination Policy</a> and the <a href=\"ipl://254//W10=////\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diversity, Equity, and Inclusions page</a> on our web site featuring Dean Smolla&rsquo;s Personal Note on Diversity and Race, along with Delaware Law&rsquo;s Value Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.</p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #0072bc; color: white;\"><a id=\"Dean\"></a>OFFICE OF THE DEAN</h3>\r\n<p>Congratulations again on your acceptance and welcome to Delaware Law! Any announcements from the Dean regarding incoming students will be posted here.</p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #0072bc; color: white;\"><a id=\"Orientation\"></a>OFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS: ORIENTATION</h3>\r\n<p>Welcome to all incoming students! Orientation is led by the&nbsp;<a href=\"ipl://404//W10=////\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">Office of Student Affairs</a>. Have questions about orientation? This Office is your go-to support. Information pertaining to Fall 2022 will be posted throughout the spring.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p><strong>Orientation Dates&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>\r\n<p>First-Year Orientation usually begins in early/mid-August and lasts for several days. Orientation dates will be posted here and on the&nbsp;<a href=\"ipl://265//W10=////\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"2\">Delaware Law Academic Calendar</a>&nbsp;when available. Please continue to check this page for updated information.</p>\r\n<p><strong>Orientation Materials&nbsp;</strong></p>\r\n<p>2022 Orientation &ndash; Syllabus (forthcoming)&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p>2022 Orientation &ndash; Reading Supplement (forthcoming)&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p>2022 Orientation &ndash; Introduction Memorandum (forthcoming)&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p><strong>Student Health Insurance Information</strong><br />The American Bar Association provides insurance options for law student members. You'll find more information about the ABA and their insurance options on the <a href=\"https://www.abainsurance.com/student-health/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ABA for law students website</a>.</p>\r\n<p>Students attending Delaware Law School who are sponsored by a current member of the Delaware Bar may apply for student membership in the Delaware State Bar Association.&nbsp; Student members of the Delaware State Bar Association are eligible to apply for <a href=\"https://www.dsba.org/law-student-membership/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">health insurance through the DSBA</a>.</p>\r\n<p><strong>Virtual Academic Advising Workshop</strong><br />This video provides guidance on what to expect in first-year law school classes and advice on how to be successful in law school.</p>\r\n<p>\r\n<script type=\"text/javascript\" src=\"//static.cdn-ec.viddler.com/js/arpeggio/v3/build/main-built.js\"></script>\r\n</p>\r\n<div class=\"viddler-auto-embed\" data-embed-id=\"wtYf46eyIe\" data-video-id=\"67207bb3\" data-width=\"50%\">&nbsp;</div>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #0072bc; color: white;\"><a id=\"admissions\"></a>ADMISSIONS OFFICE</h3>\r\n<p>Make sure you start off on the right foot by reading all admissions materials for members of the 2022 incoming class.</p>\r\n<p><strong>Accepted Applicant Events</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">Learn more about Delaware Law and why it&rsquo;s the right fit for you by joining us for our Accepted Applicant Events. Please check your email for invitations. Event information will be posted on our&nbsp;<a href=\"ipl://963//W10=////\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">Accepted Applicant Events page</a>&nbsp;as it becomes available. &nbsp;</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Matriculation Materials</strong>&nbsp;<br /><a href=\"irl://3383//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fall 2022 Matriculation Memo</a> (pdf) - posted 04/06/22<br /><a href=\"irl://3386//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fall 2022 Acceptance Next Steps</a> (pdf) - updated 04/06/22<br /><a href=\"irl://2552//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Widener University MyWidener Portal Login Instructions</a> (pdf)<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;myWidener will provide access to your Widener University email account.</p>\r\n<p><strong>Finalize Your Enrollment</strong><br />Your acceptance is conditioned upon receipt by the Law School of an official transcript showing successful completion of your undergraduate studies and the award of your baccalaureate degree. You <strong>MUST</strong> submit your final official transcript showing the award of your baccalaureate degree to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) by <strong>August 1st</strong>.</p>\r\n<p><strong>Pay your Seat Deposit and Dorm Deposit Online</strong><br /><a href=\"https://epay.widener.edu/C21798_ustores/web/classic/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Widener University Delaware Law School Marketplace</a></p>\r\n<p><strong>On Campus Housing Information and Reservation Form&nbsp;</strong><br /><a href=\"irl://3385//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2022 On Campus Housing Information</a> (pdf) - posted 11/11/21<br /><a href=\"irl://3344//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fall 2022 Housing Form</a> (pdf) - updated 02/23/21</p>\r\n<p><strong>Off Campus Housing Information</strong><br /><a href=\"irl://3384//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student Apartment Guide</a>&nbsp;(pdf)</p>\r\n<p><strong>Scholarship Opportunities for First Year Students</strong><br /><a href=\"https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/diversity_pipeline/projects_initiatives/legal_opportunity_scholarship/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship</a><br /><a href=\"https://lawpreview.barbri.com/10000-get-information/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Barbri Law Preview Scholarship</a><br /><a href=\"https://lawpreview.barbri.com/10000-get-information/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Barbi One Lawyer Can Change the World Scholarship</a><br /><a href=\"https://www.mcca.com/pipeline/scholarship-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Lloyd M. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship</a><br /><a title=\"https://marshallmotleyscholars.org/\" href=\"https://marshallmotleyscholars.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Inc. Marshall-Motley Scholars Program</a><br /><a title=\"http://www.cleoinc.org/aie\" href=\"http://www.cleoinc.org/aie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">The Council on Legal Education Opportunity (CLEO) 1L Prep - Attitude is Essential (AIE) Program</a>&nbsp;(use registration discount code&nbsp;<strong>2021</strong>)<br /><a href=\"https://cleoinc.org/aie/files/2022/03/CLEO-VEJ-Scholarship-Flyer.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Council on Legal Education Opportunity (CLEO) Vernon E. Jordan, Jr. Civil Rights Scholarship</a><br /><a href=\"https://cleoinc.org/aie/files/2022/03/CLEO-VEJ-Scholarship-Flyer.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Additional Scholarship Opportunities</a></p>\r\n<p><strong>Law School Preparation&nbsp;Opportunities</strong><br /><a href=\"https://lawpreview.barbri.com/law-school-prep-course/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Barbri Law Preview</a><br /><a title=\"https://lawpreview.barbri.com/karmickash/\" href=\"https://lawpreview.barbri.com/karmickash/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">Barbri KarmicKash Program</a><br /><a href=\"https://pipelinetopractice.org/#who-we-serve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diversity Pipeline Program Opportunity For Entering 1Ls</a><br /><a href=\"https://pdlg.net/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Philadelphia Diversity Law Group</a> -&nbsp;Law School Boot Camp</p>\r\n<p><strong>Delaware Law Apparel Shop</strong><br />Want to show off your Delaware Law pride? Check out the&nbsp;<a title=\"https://epay.widener.edu/C21798_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=47&amp;SINGLESTORE=true\" href=\"https://epay.widener.edu/C21798_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=47&amp;SINGLESTORE=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">Delaware Law Apparel Shop online</a>.</p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #0072bc; color: white;\"><a id=\"registrar\"></a>REGISTRAR</h3>\r\n<p><strong>Student Location Card</strong><br /><a href=\"irl://3251//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Location Card </a>(pdf)<br /><br /><strong>Student Education Records Notice</strong><br /><a href=\"irl://3245//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student Education Records Notice</a> (pdf)<br /><br /><strong>Student Employment Information Form</strong><br /><a href=\"irl://3250//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student Employment Information Form</a> (pdf)<br /><br /><strong>Student History at a Glance Form 2022</strong><br /><a href=\"irl://3247//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2022 Student History at a Glance Form</a> (pdf)<br /><br /><strong>Office Hours</strong><br />Monday through Friday 9-5</p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #0072bc; color: white;\"><a id=\"finaid\"></a>FINANCIAL AID</h3>\r\n<p><strong>Financing Your Legal Education - Information for Accepted Applicants</strong><br /><a href=\"irl://3101//\">Financing Your Legal Education</a> (PowerPoint)</p>\r\n<p>For financial aid information, visit <a href=\"http://www.widener.edu/lawfinaid\">http://www.widener.edu/lawfinaid</a>.</p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #0072bc; color: white;\"><a id=\"IT\"></a><strong>Information Technology Services</strong></h3>\r\n<p>Information Technology Services Guide (forthcoming)</p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #0072bc; color: white;\"><a id=\"campsafety\"></a>CAMPUS SAFETY</h3>\r\n<p><strong>Welcome and Orientation Information</strong><br /><a href=\"irl://3244//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Safety Welcome</a> (pdf)</p>\r\n<p><strong>Student ID Cards</strong><br />Log in to your myWidener account (see&nbsp;<a href=\"irl://2552//\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"4\">Widener University MyWidener Portal Login Instructions</a>&nbsp;to create your account), search \"ID cards,\" click on ID Cards Task, and follow instructions for uploading your student ID photo.</p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #0072bc; color: white;\"><a id=\"library\"></a>LAW LIBRARY</h3>\r\n<p><strong>Regular hours:</strong><br />Monday through Thursday: 8am to 12am<br />Friday: 8am to 8pm<br />Saturday: 9am to 7pm<br />Sunday: 10am to 12am</p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #0072bc; color: white;\"><a id=\"bookstore\"></a><strong>Bookstore</strong></h3>\r\n<p>Widener University provides an online bookstore for all of its schools and campuses. Books may be purchased at any time online but are not available for purchase at the Delaware Law School campus. Students may order their books at their convenience by visiting the&nbsp;<a href=\"http://www.bkstr.com/widenerestore/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Widener University Online Bookstore</a>.</p>\r\n<hr style=\"height: 4px; border-width: 0; color: black; background-color: black;\" />\r\n<h2>Virtual Campus Tours</h2>\r\n<div style=\"width: 100%;\">\r\n<div style=\"float: left; width: 45%;\">\r\n<h3>Get to Know Campus</h3>\r\n<p>Want a quick overview of our campus? 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