Our SUMMER BOOTCAMP
Join our summer bootcamp
Are you a current high school student or incoming college freshman with an interest in law, public speaking, acting, or just developing your critical thinking and argumentation skills? If so, the Mock Trial at UCI Bootcamp is the perfect program for you!
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN
This six day program will allow you to expand your knowledge of legal practices and trial advocacy skills, while also giving you the opportunity to make new friends and have fun. You’ll even get the chance to meet and get feedback from real attorneys. Join our program for the chance to train virtually with award-winning competitors from the top 10 nationally-ranked Mock Trial at UCI Team.
Applications close on July 8th. Apply soon – spots are limited.
Not recommended for students who have previously participated.
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Program overview
In this program, students will learn how to be attorneys and/or witnesses within a mock trial. Students will practice real trial advocacy skills, including public speaking and arguing objections.
No prior mock trial or public speaking experience is necessary. All students will learn tools for effective public speaking and debate in a trial setting.
At the start of the program, students will be placed into small teams and assigned roles for the trial. The program features five days of group instruction and individualized team practice (Monday through Friday), followed by a final Saturday competition showcase. During the week, students will receive instruction on key parts of the trial – including direct and cross examinations, opening and closing statements, and objections – all from members of our award-winning college mock trial team.
On the last day of the program, students will have the opportunity to put their new knowledge into practice by participating in a mock trial competition together. They will also get to meet and get feedback from professionals in the legal community, and even earn individual and team-level recognition!