Fall 2026 Orientation Welcomes California Western's Newest Class

California Western School of Law welcomed its newest class of students to campus during Fall 2026 Orientation, a multi-day program designed to introduce incoming students to the academic and professional resources that will support them in the coming years of law school.  

Beginning the week with the annual Convocation and Oath of Professionalism, incoming 1Ls took their firsts step into our broader legal community. 

Vice Dean Shawn Fields welcoming the class of 1Ls and presenting CWSL academic policies

Throughout orientation, students connected with faculty, staff, alumni, and student leaders while participating in sessions focused on academic success, professional development, and navigating the law school experience.  

Class sessions such as “Thinking Like a Lawyer” and “Foundations for Law School Success” introduced students to the analytical skills, learning strategies, and mindset that will serve as the foundation of their legal education.  

 Professor Kathleen Bolus presenting “Foundations for Law Schools Success”

Orientation also provided opportunities for students to build relationships with their classmates and broader California Western community during networking breaks, lunches with alumni and student leaders, and small group discussions with faculty members.  

Welcome to the California Western community, future lawyers!