Cumberland School of Law’s Academic and Bar Success Program is dedicated to supporting students in every stage of their legal education—from the pre-1L summer through the bar exam and into their careers. Through a combination of workshops, events, individualized support and mentoring groups, the program fosters academic achievement, professional development and personal well-being.
Designed for all Cumberland law students, the program focuses on three key areas:
- Academic Success: Resources and guidance to support students throughout their legal studies.
- Bar Exam Preparation: Tools, strategies and support for graduates preparing to sit for the bar exam.
- Wellness and Balance: Ongoing support to help students and graduates maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
Whether you're just beginning your law school journey or preparing to enter the legal profession, the Academic and Bar Success Program is here to help you thrive—academically, professionally and personally.
Academic Success Information and Resources
The Academic and Bar Success Program provides workshops, resources, mentors and one-on-one sessions to address preparing for class, listening in class and review and studying after class – in all subject areas and through all three years of law school. Plus, other workshops and resources focus on time management and listening skills, grit and resilience, cognitive learning, and habits that lead to academic success and professionalism. The program offers short segments of tips each week with its “Monday Minute” (or less) and “Friday That’s A Wrap” announcements.
Resource Links
- How to Study Video Series by Dr. Chew
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Bar Exam Information and Resources
Cumberland School of Law connects graduates with bar prep course providers and pays for the course for every graduate who takes the bar exam within two years after graduation. In the semester leading to graduation, third-year law students choose from a few options of bar prep courses. During the first and second years of law school, all students are given information and resources to navigate each jurisdiction’s licensing and character and fitness requirements and registration process for the bar exam.
Resource Links
Notaries Public
Certified Notaries Public in Robinson Hall
- Chris Chrisenberry, Administrative Assistant to the Associate Dean and Student Services
- Davina Mitchell, Program Assistant
- Tami Zenker, Registrar
- Cameron Pannell, Administrative Assistant to the Registrar
Bring a form of identification along with your completed documents, but WAIT TO SIGN YOUR SIGNATURE IN THE PRESENCE OF THE NOTARY.
This is a free service provided to Cumberland School of Law students.
Wellness Information and Resources
Health and well-being are vital for long term learning, academic and Bar Exam success, and a fulfilling legal career. The legal career is demanding, and the statistics show that lawyers suffer and endure stress, addiction and mental illness at higher rates than other professions. With that in mind, the Academic Success Program provides workshops and resources to cultivate healthy habits while in law school for long term physical and mental wellness.