For Those About to Graduate

For those students who will graduate this semester—congratulations!  Even after you have completed your studies at Cleveland-Marshall, there are many ways in which you can continue to benefit from the law school and library.

Most importantly, you can continue to use the library’s resources if you apply for an alumni borrower’s card. The application can be found here.

Bloomberg, Westlaw and Lexis Access:

  • Graduates will also be able to access Bloomberg Law automatically for 6 months unlimited after graduation.
  • You also have access to Westlaw for 60-hours of usage per-month for 6 months to gain understanding and build confidence in your research skills. However, you cannot use it in situations where you are billing a client. In addition, you get access to job searching databases on Westlaw for 18-months after graduation for 1-hour a month. Extend access by logging into lawschool.westlaw.com.
  • Continue to access Lexis Advance and the law school homepage until December 31, 2017. Your view will change to a Graduate homepage to reflect your new status in July. Find helpful information for your job search, workplace etiquette and professional development. Graduates going into non-profit work may apply for an ASPIRE ID which lasts 12 months beyond graduation. You will need a letter on the non-profit’s letterhead confirming employment. Find out about both of these free programs at com/grad-access
  • If you have any questions on this, please direct them to Brian E. Cassidy, Student Services Librarian at b.e.cassidy@csuohio.edu or 216-523-7364.

You will also still be able to access important databases, such as HeinOnline, and others from the public computers in the library.

In addition, when you do come back to visit the law library you will be able to access our wireless network using the free unsecured CSUGUEST network.

You will still be able to ask library staff for help with any reference questions you may have in person, by email (research.services@law.csuohio.edu), or by phone (216 687-6877).

Finally, we will do all that we can to help you prepare for the bar exam. CALI lessons will be available to you for up to six months after graduation to help you perfect your legal knowledge. While studying for the bar, you are also welcome to use the student lounge, any of our study rooms, or the learning commons.

Best of luck in the future and stop in and say hi when you can!  As always, let us know if you require assistance.