LS Scholars become eligible to volunteer on the Law and Society Scholars Leadership Council (LSS LC) after completing first-semester seminar. Volunteering entitles Scholars to engage in advanced opportunities to: support and shape the mission of the LSS Program, receive leadership training, plan and manage community engagement opportunities, and serve their fellow Scholars by sharing their time, talents, and treasures. This is an excellent opportunity to practice and advance leadership skills and strengthen competencies for career and professional goals. Your involvement also offers your Program Manager insight to your strengths and exceptionalities for future recommendations.
There are four (4) elected Executive Committee positions: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer.
There are also five (5) Committees with one to two elected Chairs.
- Communications and Social Media Committee: responsible for documenting highlights about the LSS Program, its events, initiatives, and Scholars.
- Service and Advocacy Committee: responsible for developing Buckeyes as volunteers, connecting with alumni for opportunities to serve and engage in communities, assisting Scholars in the development of their service profile, creating a foundation for the alumni continuum of time, talent, treasure commitments, preparing Scholars for professional development through service, and creating service projects based on critical social issues.
- Buckeye Engagement and Affinity Committee: responsible for designing and engaging in experiences significant to the Buckeye experience and strengthening Scholars’ affinity with Ohio State.
- Ambassador Sub-Committee: opportunity to share love for being a Buckeye and a Law & Society Scholar through mentorship.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee: responsible for building diversity awareness and understanding through experiences University-wide, college specific, and LS Scholars community specific; facilitate exposure to diverse experiences and improve Scholars’ abilities to be equitable and inclusive.
- Social through Community Committee: responsible for providing respite from stressors including academics and transitions by improving Scholars’ access to and engagement with wellness resources, networking opportunities, and social-emotional activities.
Each committee is an extension of the LSS Program and crucial to the success of the program’s mission and engagement of its Scholars.