Student Legal Services (SLS)

SLS continues to serve the need of the students of the university by providing high-quality legal services to clients.

SLS interviewed almost 2000 clients in the past year. In addition we provided speakers to several student groups. Those engagements included the U-M chapter of the Society of Women Engineers, who were presented with a panel of speakers that included officers from the Department of Public Safety, Housing and SLS. Students were able to ask questions that covered a broad range of legal areas. Incoming international students received a presentation titled "It's not just a good idea, it's the law," sponsored by the International Center. The intent of the program was to familiarize new students with the laws of the State of Michigan that might be unfamiliar to them.

Hearing From Students

The SLS advisory committee meets twice a year. Its members are appointed annually by MSA. Its purpose is to assist the director by serving as a sounding board regarding the work of the office. Committee members may also assist in the execution of ideas that they suggest.

What's New?

There are two areas of concern that currently need the attention of the advisory committee:

The director has suggested a survey be sent to students to seek general input. The information would be used to help determine the office’s priorities. The advisory board will be reviewing the survey draft and suggesting ways to execute it.

The SLS website is currently under construction to make it more interactive and responsive. The committee will gather students’ input and advice.

For additional information please see our website.

Getting Your Voice Heard

• How to Become a Student Advisor to the Division of Student Affairs and Its Units
• DSA Advisory Board & Meeting Schedule (pdf)

Resources

• Academic Calendar
• Expect Respect
• Professional Development
• Safety
• UM*Events Calendar