One week: July 13-19, 2008
Thinking of a career in law? Curious about the American judicial system, courtroom procedures, and the components of a trial? If you answered yes, this Summer Scholars class is for you. The course educates high school students by introducing them to trial practice techniques utilized by the American Mock Trial Association. Students will focus on the hypothetical case State of Midlands v. Bobbi Campbell. Campbell entered into an open guilty plea on the single charge of Assault in the Second Degree and retained the right to a jury sentence recommendation. The State will present evidence of aggravation and the defense will present evidence of mitigation. Using this case, the course will teach participants proper courtroom etiquette, direct and cross examination tactics, the structure of opening and closing statements, federal rules of evidence, and other matters related to trial advocacy in a criminal matter. Students will be divided into prosecution and defense trial teams; at the end of the week the case will be tried in the federal courthouse. After classroom instruction, students will be responsible for developing case themes, preparing direct and cross-examination questions for witnesses, and drafting opening statements and closing arguments.
 Students from Furman's mock trial team will assist practicing attorneys who coach the award-winning Furman team, as well as Dana Professor of Political Science Glen Halva-Neubauer who founded the university's mock trial program in 1995.
Program Dates and Tuition Costs
· The instructional program begins at 9 a.m., July 14, and ends at 4 p.m., July 18.
· Registration is from 2 - 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 13.
· The program fee is $800 including room, board, materials, field trips and activities.
· Meals: Sunday (July 13) through Saturday (July 19) breakfast.
Campus Housing and Amenities
Participants will be housed in Lakeside Housing, one of Furman's residential complexes. Summer Scholars Program participants have access to campus amenities such as the James B. Duke Library, tennis courts, jogging trails, fitness trails, swimming pool, the University Center, and campus dining facilities. Bring casual and sports clothing for outdoor recreational activities. Suits and business dresses required for the trial.
Program Entrance Requirements
Summer Scholars programs are open to students entering the 11th or 12th grades who have strong academic skills and motivation. Rising sophomores may be admitted under special circumstances. Program enrollments are limited and qualified students are accepted on a first-come basis, so early application is recommended. Applications may be obtained from the Enrollment Office, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613 (864) 294-3231 or from the Summer Scholars Web site: http://www.furman.edu/summerscholars. Students may apply for one class each week. Once your application is approved, you will receive an admission letter and registration form requesting that you mail in your $150.00 non-refundable deposit. The deposit will guarantee your space in the program(s). If you plan to attend both weeks, you will be required to pay a deposit for each class. |
