Student Life

Student life in the Faculty of Law at the University of Alberta is vibrant, with many diverse opportunities to become involved. This, combined with a climate of cooperation, mutual support and community spirit, results in an environment that is both personally and academically rewarding.

There are a variety of clubs on-campus to both match your current interests or allow you to explore new ones. On the rare occasion that a club that you want does not exist – you can start one!

For a listing of the Faculty of Law’s student groups and clubs please click on the link on the left.

University Clubs are managed by Student Group Services of the Students’ Union. Search for a club, or start a new one, through visiting their website by clicking here.

The Learning Environment

The Faculty of Law is housed in the Law Centre on the east edge of campus with easy access to all the amenities the University of Alberta offers its student body. The modern concrete building officially opened in 1972 and features comfortable classrooms, a student lounge and locker room, a convenient Student Services Centre, a well-appointed Moot Courtroom, the renowned Weir Library, and five research institutes.

The Faculty is a leader in the use of technology in classrooms. From smart classrooms to online course delivery, the Faculty takes full advantage of available technological resources. The U of A was the first law school in Western Canada to provide the opportunity for students to write exams online, which now make up 20% of all exams.

Campus Recreation

What better way to balance your academic schedule and personal wellness, than to take advantage of the highly-ranked campus recreational facilities found at the University of Alberta.  With hours that are designed to meet the needs of a student schedule, the Fitness and Lifestyle Centre, hockey arena, pools, climbing wall, indoor track, and numerous other athletic facilities are just a short distance away from the law centre.  For full details regarding the facilities or to view the current Activities Guide please visit the Campus Recreation’s website at http://www.uofaweb.ualberta.ca/campusrec/