Patrick Maxwell ’11 on conflict resolution and international humanitarian law
Patrick Maxwell is a dual-degree candidate for his JD at Harvard Law School and his MA in Law and Diplomacy at The Fletcher School at Tufts University.
Did you know that there are lawyers who are passionate about social justice, human rights, and environmental stewardship? Do you want to be well-prepared for law school and make a difference?
At Goshen College, we offer a history pre-law undergraduate education to give you the tools and knowledge to excel in law school and beyond. If you are interested in restorative justice, political science, ethics and morality, social policy, and U.S. constitutional law, then this major is an ideal fit!
Get a solid foundation in pre-law school curriculum and join the on-campus Pre-Law Club to connect with like-minded students. With our unique perspective, you will develop the crucial skills to become a successful lawyer and change-maker.
The major in history pre-law at Goshen College is an interdisciplinary track that combines lessons in business law, justice, political theory, social policy, U.S. government, and more. You will gain exposure to a broad understanding of the American legal system and how it affects different areas of society.
You may also choose another undergraduate major or minor in a field that matches your professional goals. This flexibility will give you background knowledge and a competitive edge when applying to law schools!
So, if you’re looking for an educational track that will prepare you for a successful legal profession, look no further than Goshen College! We’ll give you the practical skills and knowledge you need to make a difference.
In addition to the interdisciplinary courses above, pre-law minors can connect with like-minded peers in the Pre-Law Club and pair their legal education with a major that suits their personal goals. You could be a peacemaking diplomat with a peace, justice, and conflict studies major, a law-savvy entrepreneur with a business major, or an advocate for environmental sustainability with an environmental science major.
A major in history pre-law prepares you for various career paths and further legal education, including criminal justice, political science, international institutions, intellectual property, public service, economics, history, government, business, and more.
At Goshen College, we believe that every student has the potential to succeed in law school, any legal career, and beyond. Our history pre-law minor will equip you with the critical-thinking skills you need to excel in any field you choose!
We believe that law is not only a respectable profession; it requires passionate, ethical, and experienced individuals who are dedicated to making a positive difference in the world. After graduating with a major in history pre-law, you will excel in graduate school and beyond!
Whether you want to become a lawyer, advocate for environmental sustainability, or start your own business, our history pre-law major can help you achieve your dreams! With our interdisciplinary approach, you will understand the American legal system and how it affects different areas of society.
Learn more about the history pre-law program at Goshen College and take the first step towards entering law school or becoming a successful legal professional. Financial aid is available.
Patrick Maxwell is a dual-degree candidate for his JD at Harvard Law School and his MA in Law and Diplomacy at The Fletcher School at Tufts University.
For Goshen College alumni, action speaks louder than words. Equipped with a law degree and a sense of justice, these graduates are using their law careers to compassionately rethink criminal justice and restorative justice and serve people on the margins of society. Allen Bohnert ’98 Photo credit:…
Allen Bohnert '98 is a federal public defender who represents Ohio inmates with upcoming executions.
of GC history and political science faculty have Ph.D.s
of history alumni agree that their undergraduate education prepared them for graduate or professional school
of alumni agreed that history professors are genuinely interested in their students
Number of history courses that will take you off-campus (Paraguay, Southwest U.S., Morocco)
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Clarissa Gaff is the executive director at Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, which provides free civil legal assistance to low income individuals in St. Louis, Missouri.
Clarissa's storyLydette Assefa ’09 is an attorney and clinical fellow with the Children & Family Justice Center at the Bluhm Legal Clinic at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law.
Lydette's storyDiana Navarro, a 2016 graduate with a history major, knew Goshen had a tight-knit community. The friendliness on campus is still one of her favorite things about GC.
Diana's storyAlice Enzo graduated in 2002 with a degree in history from Goshen College, after completing a degree in architecture from Notre Dame, she currently works for Torti Gallas & Partners near DC.
Alice's storyClarissa Gaff graduated from Goshen College in 2000 with a degree in English along with a history minor. Today, she is a staff attorney at Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation.
Clarissa's storySammy Rosario is a humanitarian lawyer in San Francisco, California, who follow's GC's core values to help bring peace to the world.
Sammy's story