High-impact experiential learning opportunities such as moot court are often associated with law schools, large universities, or well-funded prelaw programs. Smaller institutions may assume that creating an authentic appellate advocacy experience requires substantial funding, specialized faculty, or a formal legal studies program. It does not.
Reciprocity over Hierarchy: Designing and Implementing a Student-Led Reverse Mentoring Program
Many academic leaders, including administrators and faculty members, participate in traditional mentoring programs that prioritize hierarchy. But these programs typically don’t foster engagement and connection between students and faculty or
Marquita Lyons-Smith and Keva Suitte
October 19, 2026
