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Due to the expected winter storm, the University will close campus beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday. The campus will remain closed through Monday, and we expect to resume normal operations on Tuesday morning. If conditions change, we will share updates promptly. 

Campus Services During the Closure 

While most in-person activities will pause, essential services will remain available. Public Safety and Facilities will be on campus throughout the storm, and the following services are expected to remain open or staffed: 

  • Residence Halls (RDs/RAs on duty) 
  • Dining 
  • Computer Labs 
  • Facilities/Housekeeping 
  • University Operator 
  • Health Services (TBD by Director) 

Students living on campus should expect regular support from Residence Life and Public Safety. 

Classes and Work During the Closure 

Students 
Scheduled face-to-face classes will not take place on campus. At the discretion of faculty, some in-person classes may be held remotely. Faculty will communicate directly, so please check your email and course site for updates. 

Classes that are already scheduled to be fully remote will continue as usual unless otherwise communicated by your instructor.  

Staff 
Staff who are able to work remotely should coordinate with their supervisors as appropriate. 

Staying Informed 

The University’s Inclement Weather Policy is available on the WNE website via the homepage banner. We will communicate any changes or reopening details through WNE Alert, email, and the University website.

 

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Graduation Requirements

Essential Criteria For Academic Success

Students must satisfy the following academic requirements in order to be eligible for a JD degree:
  1. Successful completion of 88 credits, 64 of which are earned in courses that meet in regularly scheduled law school classes. Credits earned in independent studies, law review and moot court, and courses in joint-degree programs do not count towards the 64-credit requirement. 
  2. Minimum cumulative G.P.A. (grade point average) of 2.30 or above.
  3. Successful completion of all required courses taken in sequence.
  4. Successful completion of six experiential learning credits (LAWE).
  5. Successful completion of two designated writing courses (LAWW).
  6. Successful completion of 20 hours of pro bono law.
  7. Successful completion of one Anti-Racism and Cultural Competency course (LAWA). This requirement only applies to students entering in Fall 2022 or later.
  8. A student may not take more than 44 credits in classes that meet online.
  9. Student must be in good standing.