Events/Webinars
Learn how McGeorge School of Law’s Non-Profit and Social Capacity Management concentration prepares MPA and MPP students with the leadership, policy, and management skills needed to create meaningful community impact.
McGeorge’s MSL in Government Law & Policy equips professionals with legal and policy expertise for government and regulatory leadership. Flexible online learning and Sacramento connections support real-world impact.
Trying to decide between the MSL, MPA, or MPP? Learn how McGeorge School of Law’s graduate programs differ in focus, career outcomes, and skills development so you can choose the path that aligns with your goals.
Webinar recap exploring the Endangered Species Act and California’s AB 1319, focusing on how federal and state systems interact to protect endangered species.
Discover how McGeorge School of Law’s MPA and MPP programs prepare working professionals for leadership in public service. This webinar recap highlights flexible learning options, real-world policy projects, faculty expertise, and career pathways that help graduates make a lasting impact in government, nonprofit, and consulting roles.
Explore how the fully online MSL in Business Law from McGeorge School of Law equips professionals with essential legal skills in contracts, compliance, and risk management—without the need for a JD. This flexible program empowers career growth across industries by bridging the gap between law and business.
In a powerful webinar hosted by McGeorge School of Law, leaders of the Transformational Change Partnership showcased how students are leading real systems reform in California. From hands-on fellowships to cross-sector collaboration, this recap reveals how TCP bridges classroom learning with meaningful public impact.
Explore government law careers with a Master of Studies in Law. The McGeorge MSL program offers a flexible, online path for professionals to build legal and policy expertise—preparing them for impactful roles in law, regulation, and public service without the need for a JD.
Considering a career in law, policy, or public administration—but unsure which path is right for you? This guide breaks down McGeorge School of Law’s three graduate programs: the Master of Science in Law (MSL), Master of Public Policy (MPP), and Master of Public Administration (MPA). Learn how each program is designed to equip you with specialized skills for creating real impact in your community or organization.
Michelle Teran-Woolfork, MSL ’17, took a different career path than the one she initially had planned. She always wanted to go to law school and become an attorney. From there she planned on advocating for domestic violence survivors. Her current path still allows her to make the difference she intended on making, however, in a much different way and on behalf of many more people than she ever thought.
This year is the 55th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, and it comes with many reminders of the complex state of voting rights and election law in the U.S. The Covid-19 pandemic has complicated the logistics of voter registration and elections. A June report from the nonpartisan Center for Election Innovation and Research shows a significant decline in new voter registration numbers compared to the months leading up to the last presidential election in 2016. This summer the American Bar Association’s Human Rights Magazine devoted two issues to voting rights, including discussions of voter roll purges, racial gerrymandering, and cybersecurity issues and concerns.
When most people think of graduate-level law degrees, the Juris Doctor (JD) is the first that comes to mind. They may not consider, or even realize, the merits of Master of Science in Law (MSL) degrees and other master’s-level programs. As you chart your educational path, keep in mind that a JD isn’t the only option. While a JD is the right choice if you want to be a lawyer, a master’s degree in law can help you reach other career goals.
Just as you choose a route through town based on your destination, you can select a degree program based on where you want your career to go. While a JD is the most the only route to becoming a lawyer, other degree programs can take your career to diverse and interesting destinations.
Lawmaking doesn’t stop during a pandemic. In fact, the work of lawmakers and lobbyists becomes, in many ways, more pressing than ever. With governments and their citizens facing the new challenge of life in a pandemic, lawmakers must find ways to continue serving their constituents. Also, lobbyists must continue to represent their causes and ideals.
Chris Micheli, adjunct professor at McGeorge School of Law and a principal with the Sacramento government relations firm of Aprea & Micheli, is continuing to lobby and engage with the legal processes of the California State Legislature throughout the pandemic. His experience informs his teaching at the McGeorge Capital Center for Law and the online Master of Science in Law (MSL) in Government Law & Policy program.
The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged society in many ways, creating anxiety around health, finances, and the future. As we navigate these challenges we seek guidance and reassurance from our leaders. Also, leaders bring to their roles a variety of leadership strategies and styles. Some leaders are robust, and others are so quiet and unassuming that we may overlook their impact. Even a quick glance at history reveals strong leaders who have helped us navigate periods of significant change, such as Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, John F. Kennedy, Angela Merkel, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Rosa Parks, to mention a few.
Leaders appear on the national stage, at state levels, and within private and non-profit organizations. There are also quiet warrior “leaders” in health care and food service, who day in and day out muster the courage to march into battle against the coronavirus, sacrificing themselves for the sake of others.
To keep supporting students during the Covid19 crisis, most graduate schools have moved their programs online. That means you have more options than ever when it comes to choosing an online Government Law and Policy program from which to earn your Master of Science in Law.
At first glance, these programs might look similar, but not all online learning is created equal. Courses originally produced for in-person instruction don’t translate directly to the digital space. The MSL from McGeorge School of Law, on the other hand, was designed for online learning.
Learning in a time of crisis is a challenge for anyone. Even as the COVID-19 pandemic changes many aspects of life, you know that thoughtful policy and well-crafted laws can help get our nation and our world back to some semblance of normalcy. That’s why it is important to make the most of your online learning, so you can develop practical skills and real-world knowledge that can meet upcoming challenges. But first you need to meet the personal challenge of learning during a crisis.
Listen to the briefing on the Online Master of Science in Law (MSL). Prgrams in Government Law and Policy program at McGeorge School of Law. Project manager and podcaster Jon Wainwright interviews Chris Micheli. An Adjunct Professor, course designer, and partner in government relations firm Aprea & Micheli. They discuss instructors, courses, and the value that a McGeorge MSL can bring to your career.
McGeorge Law Professor Co-Authors PPIC Report on California Freshwater Ecosystems – Associate Professor of Lawyering Skills and Faculty Director for Online Learning Jennifer Harder recently co-authored a report for the Public Policy Institute of California. Professor Harder joins a dozen other water experts and California professors on the report, “A Path Forward for California’s Freshwater Ecosystems.” It has gained attention from news services, environmental nonprofits and California state regulatory agencies, such as the Central Valley Flood Protection Board (CVFPB). The report is also featured on courthousenews.com, a nationwide news service that serves lawyers and specializes in Civil Litigation.