Explore how to get involved with the Jones Center!
Life of the College
Attend Jones Center events and programs! The Jones Center offers programs and events throughout the academic year (August – May). Check out our events page here if you’re interested in seeing what’s coming up.
You can also sign up for our monthly newsletter to stay up to date on projects, events, and what we’re paying attention to!
If you’re interested in helping create programs and events or working on special research projects, look for our annual hiring of a student worker as the Jones Center Program Assistant!
Scholarship
Social Justice Concentration
UC College of Law students have the option of adding a Social Justice concentration to their JD degree. Students must apply at least one month prior to graduation. For more details check out UC Law’s website here.
JD/MA in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS)
The JD/MA in WGSS program offers UC College of Law students an opportunity to earn both a JD and a MA over four years, blending research, scholarship, and experiential learning at the heart of social justice work. For more details check out UC Law’s website here.
JD/Masters in Public Administration, Social Justice (MPA)
The joint JD/MPA SJ in the Public Administration program provides students unique opportunities to engage in rigorous, interdisciplinary and study of law and public administration program that is focused on social justice, earning both degrees in four years. You will take courses in both programs, develop your own research projects and have the opportunity to put your learning to use in the real world along the way. For more details check out UC Law’s website here.
Special Projects
Amicus Brief Project
The Jones Center has opportunities for students to participate in the legal research and writing of amici curiae. Supervised by affiliate faculty and attorneys, students will get the chance to research and write around legal issues in cases the Jones Center has selected.
Work with Community Partners
One of the ways the Jones Center stays connected to the community is through partnerships with local organizations on special projects. If you’re interested in amicus brief writing or working on a project with a community partner, fill out our interest form.