Order of St. Thomas More

How do you educate a different kind of lawyer? Ask a member of the Order of St. Thomas More.

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What is the Order of St. Thomas More?

The Order of St. Thomas More is a group of alumni, parents, and friends who provide a high level of annual support for the Notre Dame Law School. Through their gifts, members support:

  • Financial aid and loan forgiveness
  • Clinical and academic programs
  • Faculty recruitment
  • Career services and student life
  • The Kresge Law Library
  • International research, teaching, and service

And most important, members constitute a strong network for our students and alumni.

How do I become a member?

Joining the Order is easy! Simply make an annual gift to the Law School at one of the following tiers of giving:

What are the benefits of membership?

As a member of the Order of St. Thomas More, you will receive:

  • A medallion symbolizing your membership in the Order
  • A personalized membership card entitling you to discounts at select on-campus dining venues, including Sorin’s, Leahy’s, and Legends, and a 20 percent discount on purchases at the Warren Golf Course Pro Shop (excludes golf lessons)
  • Priority enrollment in the Law School’s Continuing Legal Education courses
  • Select Law School publications, including Notre Dame Lawyer
  • University communications, such as the President’s Newsletter and Notre Dame Magazine
  • Invitations to regional gatherings and special campus events
  • “Special contributor status” in the football ticket lottery, with improved chances for success in obtaining tickets to multiple home football games

On top of all that, you will receive additional benefits as a Dean’s Circle member.

Every gift matters. Join the Order of St. Thomas More today.

Celebrating a reunion in 2010?

If you want to support your class’s reunion giving efforts, be sure to make your gift between July 1, 2009, and June 30, 2010.

Eck Fellowship Challenge

Until December 31, 2009, the estate of Frank Eck (’44) will match dollar-for-dollar, up to a total of $5 million, all new gifts and pledges designated for endowed law fellowships.

Questions? Please contact:

Jill Donnelly
Executive Director, Order of St. Thomas More
Director, Law School Annual Fund
(574) 631-2998
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