FAQs
How can I get involved with Rice Sport Law Society?
Breaking into the sports industry can feel like trying to score a touchdown without a ball. Rice’s sports management program, ranked #1 in the country by Niche, offers a specialization in sports law that allows undergraduates to explore the legal side of the field.
What opportunities does Rice Sport Law Society offer for students?
The Rice Sports Law Society, founded by Maya Moise and Kai Cowin, aims to provide a platform for students interested in the intersection of law and sports. The club’s objective is to bridge the gap between theoretical legal knowledge and practical experience in the sports industry.
How does Rice Sport Law Society support students interested in sports law?
Both Moise and Cowin said their interest in sports law was born out of their experience in an introductory sports law class. The Rice Sports Law Society aims to give students a hands-on introduction to the sports law industry, helping them decide if it’s something they’d like to pursue in the long term, they said.
What areas of sports law does Rice Sport Law Society cover?
Moise said they considered how they could give back to the community, taking into account things that would have been beneficial for themselves when they were freshmen and sophomores. Moise and Cowin said students hoping to enter the legal field are advised to get good grades, take the LSAT and apply to law school.
How can I benefit from joining Rice Sport Law Society?
Our goal is to create a space where if you’re interested in becoming a sports agent … we can get you experience and hands-on work to prepare you for a specialized career,” Cowin said. “If you’re too generalized, you won’t have the depth of understanding to thrive as someone who’s worked hands-on with detailed, specialized knowledge.
Is there a mentorship program available through Rice Sport Law Society?
Moise and Cowin say they hope to spearhead a mentorship program for sports law students. “We’re working on launching an initiative like ‘Hoots and Suits,’ which is part of [the] ‘Legal Nest’ program,” Cowin said. “The goal is to connect students with law professionals — whether it’s law students … or practicing lawyers in the area, from junior associates to partners.”