Mindfulness Training for Law Students

Mindfulness Training for Law Students:

4-Week Series of “Mindful Mondays” in October

This 4-week series of “Mindful Mondays” is designed to introduce law students to the practice of mindfulness. The series is designed to be a manageable time commitment while providing significant benefits to students facing the rigors of law school and desiring to learn skills for success, balance, and wellbeing in law school and law practice.

Schedule on Mondays in October (October 5, 12, 19, and 26):

11:45 am - 1:00 pm Sessions for 1Ls in Room 345 (lunch provided)

2:45 pm – 4:00 pm Sessions for 2Ls/3Ls in Room 345 (snacks provided)

Series Summary:

Students will learn basic mindfulness practices, including sitting meditation, moving meditation practices, and concentration & awareness activities that help them cultivate a sense of presence, focus, and equanimity. Through class discussions and assigned exercises, students learn to integrate mindfulness into their daily law school experience.

Getting the most out of this series:

• Plan to attend all four weekly sessions
• Keep up a regular meditation practice for the duration of the series (approximately 15 minutes per day)
• Complete the weekly mindfulness exercise

Additional opportunities:

Linnie Vassallo will also offer optional guided sessions on Tuesdays at 3:15 pm – 4:00 pm in Room 538, followed by office hours. Everyone participating in Mindful Mondays is welcome to attend these optional Tuesday sessions for additional training, to deepen your practice, or to make up a missed session on Monday.

Contact Information for Instructor/Faculty and Student Liaisons: