Are You "Computer Ready" for Law School?

Technology is a real part of your legal education at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (TMCLS). E-mail is the official communication vehicle for TMCLS. Web-based Course pages are used extensively. Legal writing skills are heavily emphasized, and the use of computers and word processing are important to the successful completion of writing assignments. Many of our clinical programs require document preparation and communication in electronic format. Are you prepared?

We encourage you to assess your current computing skill set and be proactive in developing your ability to use word processing, e-mail and web-based resources. Community education classes in your local area may offer just the courses you need to develop or expand your computer skills. There are also a variety of books available which provide instruction on basic computer skills. Take advantage of these resources early to make sure that you are "computer ready" for law school.

You will attend an IT Session as part of your Orientation at Cooley. This session is the best way to meet your support team and get your law school education off to a great start. Cooley's IT support team provides computing, networking, and information resources to the law school community. Students may access the TMCLS network :

	From the computer labs in the Lansing Library, GR Library and OU Library
	From the Academic Resource Center (ARC), 9th fl. Lansing Cooley Center
	From network capable laptops in the Lansing Library
	Using Cooley's Wireless Network in the following locations: Lansing 3rd Floor Library Building, Lansing Cooley Center Lobby & 5th Floor Courtroom Complex in the Lansing Cooley Center; Grand Rapids Library and OU Library

TMCLS does not require that students purchase a computer. If you are considering purchasing a computer for your home, you may check out our PC purchasing considerations page.