Student-Alumni Connection at UIC Law
Creating Connections for Student Advancement
When you choose UIC Law, you’re not just enrolling in a law school: you’re gaining access to a community that stays with you long after graduation. Our alumni are leaders, mentors, advocates, and change-makers that are deeply invested in helping create space and opportunities for the next generation of legal professionals.
Prospective and incoming students gain early access to a supportive network that reflects the diversity, value, and impact of a UIC Law education through initiatives such as mentorship, networking, scholarship creation and more.
Learn more about how our alumni community is creating access for our future legal leaders below.
An Expansive Network
UIC Law’s alumni network stretches across the nation and through a variety of practice areas:
Numbers In the Community
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20,000+ Alumni Across the Country
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66% Work in a Private Firm
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33% Work in Public Service
Alumni Accomplishments: Read LEGACY Magazine
Access to Mentorship & Support
The Career Services Office (CSO) Mentor Program is designed to help UIC Law students start building their professional network from day one. Through this program, students are thoughtfully matched with practicing attorneys based on shared interests, career goals, and practice areas. These mentorship relationships offer students valuable opportunities to gain real-world insight into different legal paths, ask questions in a supportive setting, and receive guidance on everything from course selection to job search strategies.
mentorship story
First-Generation Student Utilizes Mentorship to Obtain 711 License and Hands-On Experience in Legal Field
“(My mentor) and I are still in contact today. She has been instrumental in helping me navigate my law school career, and I am incredibly grateful for that.“
Through the mentor program, Sierra Osowski was matched with alumna Alyssa Hurt (J.D. ‘24). Knowing that Sierra was searching for a summer position, Alyssa recommended her to the Chicago Legal Clinic where she was leaving her position. This led Sierra to an invaluable experience as a Criminal Records Intern. The Chicago Legal Clinic also sponsored her to obtain her 711 license, which allowed her to argue in court and resulted in her winning all the arguments she presented.
Access to Networking Events & Opportunities
UIC Law offers a range of opportunities for students to connect with our dedicated alumni and legal professionals in the field. From career-focused panels to dynamic networking events, students gain firsthand insight into the legal profession while building lasting relationships that support their growth.
Networking Events & Opportunities
The Student-Alumni Exchange
The Student Alumni Exchange is a signature annual networking event hosted by the Student Bar Association that brings current UIC Law students together with alumni from a wide range of legal backgrounds. Designed to create a welcoming space for conversation, this event gives our students the chance to:
- Hear firsthand about different career paths
- Learn what life after law school looks like
- Build authentic and lasting professional connections
Networking Events & Opportunities
UIC Law Alumni Panels
UIC Law Alumni Panels give students direct access to the real-world experiences and practical insights of our graduates. Throughout the year, alumni return to campus to share their unique journeys through law school and into the legal profession. These panels cover a wide range of topics such as:
- Succeeding in specific practice areas
- Navigating the job market
- Building a personal brand
maira
“(An alum’s) mentorship went beyond mere guidance, as she introduced me to her network and invited me to partake in legal research. Without her mentorship and support, I might not be on the path I am currently pursuing.”
How Our Alum Show Up For Our Students
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cymone
“Reach out, follow up, and stay connected. And remember, your law degree doesn’t have to look like everyone else’s. You can define your own path.”
