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Volunteer Opportunity For Law Camp at Lipscomb University

Posted by: Stephanie Vonnahme on May 31, 2018

Each summer, the TBA Public Education Committee works closely with David Lipscomb University to host a week-long law camp for high school students, exposing them to various aspects of the legal profession. This year’s camp is expected to have 30 students from across the state in attendance, where they will learn to participate in our democratic society by engaging in educational sessions led by knowledgeable, civically active adults — including lawyers, judges, teachers, youth workers and other leaders. The American Bar Association has developed lessons on many different topics that can be adapted to fit the needs of many different audiences and programs.

This year’s theme is ‘Power and Empowerment in Your Community.’ The camp will examine federalism and shared powers, separation of powers, ideals and realities of political power and checks and balances, offering relatable examples through our current political climate and social change movements. Our hopes are to encourage conversations amongst lawyers and students that relate to their demographic and Tennessee’s constitution. Learn more about the Lipscomb Law Camp, or contact Young Lawyers Division and Public Education Coordinator Stephanie Vonnahme with questions or to volunteer.

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