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The University of Toledo鈥檚 bachelor鈥檚 degree program in law and social thought (LST) is the only program of its kind at a state university in Ohio.

UToledo鈥檚 robust interdisciplinary LST major is rooted in the liberal arts. The program is based on the view that the study of law and justice cannot be done in a vacuum. Students need to appreciate the connections between law and morality, politics, language, history and power. This humanities and social science context helps UToledo students better understand modern democracy and law.

UToledo鈥檚 LST students are curious about the world and want to make a difference. Faculty emphasizes critical and creative thinking 鈥� skills that support graduates in a lifetime of work, service and study. Our students have high acceptance rates to graduate and law school.

Law and Social Thought Bachelor鈥檚 Degree Concentrations Women's and gender studies Disability studies

Law and Social Thought Bachelor's Degree Highlights

Ground-breaking program. The University of Toledo鈥檚 LST program is just one of two in Ohio. It is a founding member of the Consortium of Undergraduate Law and Justice Programs.

Innovative curriculum. The LST program has led the way at UT and is ahead of most programs state-wide with its curricular innovations. Our program is designed to enhance student participation in their learning.

LST students develop their leadership skills and cultivate democratic community by taking a proseminar three times during their undergraduate career. Proseminars meet weekly. UToledo students come to know one another and the co-directors of LST in a less formal setting. Meetings focus on professional development and intellectual inquiry. Students invite guest speakers and facilitate presentations about career paths and social issues.
Students are required to complete a full portfolio before they graduate. Portfolios include written work from courses, reflective essays and journal entries from field experiences.
UToledo鈥檚 LST majors choose from a broad range of courses from many disciplines. Faculty in other UT departments love LST students because they are self-directed and engaged.
Undergraduates help make decisions about the LST program 鈥� which courses are offered, which seminars should count for LST Senior Seminar credit, how to use our budget and which speakers to bring to campus.

Career Opportunities

UToledo鈥檚 LST students are motivated and finely attuned to social justice. They think creatively and critically. Our LST graduates are accepted into top law and graduate schools. Others have been hired by non-profit organizations, victim advocacy groups and international organizations such as an NGO doing work in the 鈥渢rash communities鈥� in Guatemala.

• Attorney
• Investment consultant
• Research staff
• Business manager
• English as a second language teacher