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UIS Pre-Law Center Trip to UIUC Law Fair

LAW SCHOOL FAIR 2023

Meet with law school representatives from across the Country!

The PLC is taking students to UIUC to attend the annual law fair, where representatives from 85-100 law schools will be in attendance to discuss their schools and answer questions. Space is limited; RSVP Required.

The UIS Pre-Law center will be offering a free ride from the UIS campus to the venue.

Seats are limited so sign up now to secure your spot.

RSVP: uisplc@uis.edu

Mary Elizabeth Perrigo

Mary Elizabeth Perrigo, M.A. Legal Studies Master’s Degree

Ms. Perrigo chose the Legal Studies Master’s Degree program because at the time she was employed in a management position with a State agency in Springfield and, while she had a desire to continue her education, she thought law school would be too limiting for her future.

Dr. Erma Brooks Williams '79

Dr. Erma Brooks Williams Legal Studies Bachelor’s Degree – 1979

The convenience of location and affordability of tuition were among the reasons why Dr. Williams attended the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS). The Legal Studies Program is established to fit around students’ schedules and Dr. Williams was no exception. She worked full-time while attending University of Illinois Springfield to earn her Legal Studies Bachelor’s Degree.

Donna Pedro Lennon '80

Donna Pedro Lennon, M.A. Legal Studies Master’s Degree -1980

Donna chose the Legal Studies Master’s Degree Program at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) for several reasons including her interest in political and legal issues and public affairs. Her husband taught at UIS and she had three children at home while pursuing her Master’s Degree. She thought the Legal Studies Master’s Degree would be a great compliment to her Political Studies Bachelor’s Degree from UIS.

Mary Mucciante '84

Mary Mucciante, B.A. Legal Studies Bachelor’s Degree – 1984

Ms. Mucciante is currently employed as a data analyst for the Illinois Department of Human Services. Her main research interest while attending the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) included administrative law and state government work. The courses offered in the UIS Legal Studies Bachelor’s Degree Program allowed her to pursue her interests and develop her research and analysis skills for her education as well as her career.

John Little '87

John Little, B.A. Legal Studies Bachelor’s Degree – 1987

John Little’s interest in criminal law and public affairs led him to the Legal Studies Bachelor’s Degree Program at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS). He was drawn to the UIS campus because of its “convenient location” as well as the Legal Studies Program suiting his educational needs by “focusing on public affairs.” The Legal Studies Program enabled Mr. Little to “concentrate on practical skills, especially researching and writing.”