Information for Incoming 1Ls

Welcome from the Law Information Technology Team!  We are glad that you have chosen Georgia State as your law school.  On this page, you will find links to information about the technology resources available to you at the College of Law.  In addition, you will find links to other student resources helpful to you in your first year.

1. Get Started with your Campus ID, E-mail, and Network Locker
2. Set up your MyLaw ID
3. Explore On-Campus Computing
4. Discover the Law Library
5. Review Other Important 1L Information

1. Get Started with your Campus ID, E-mail, and Network Locker

First things first: You'll need to activate your University Campus ID. This is your digital identity at Georgia State.

• About your Campus ID
• Activate your Campus ID at the Campus ID Website
• About Student E-mail
• About your Network Lockerbox and Student Website

2. Set up your College MyLaw ID

 The MyLaw ID allows you access to certain online resources specific to the College. In most cases, if the web address (URL) contains the word "law," you will use your MyLaw ID.

Your MyLaw ID is automatically generated after your class registrations are set by the admissions office. You will receive a "welcome" e-mail with your password and further instructions. 

• Listing of online resources you can access with your MyLaw ID
• Getting help with using your MyLaw ID

3. Explore On-Campus Computing

Whether you are using a personal laptop or the student lab computers, the links below will provide information about on-campus computing.

• Laptop Policy
• Laptop Recommendations
• Taking Exams on your Laptop
• Cat Chat: Georgia State's Wireless Network
• About Panther Print
• Student Computer Lab
• Classrooms and Courtrooms
• Download Center

4. Discover the Law Library

The College of Law Library is committed to providing a student-centered and collegial environment designed specifically for law student research and study. 

• Borrowing Materials at the Law Library
• Collections Specific to the Study of Law
• Study Space in the Law Library 

5. Review Other Important 1L Information

Below, you will find links to information that will be particularly helpful to you as you begin your studies at the College of Law.

• Curriculum Planning Handbook
• Bulletin
• Academic Enrichment Program
• Externship Information 
• Orientation Website
• PAWS (Panther Access to Web Services - this includes access to GoSolar)