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Discovering Justice College Student Courthouse Visit

Discovering Justice provides an opportunity for college and university students to get an inside look at the workings of the justice system.

Students will explore the law in action and learn about the art, architecture, and history of the Boston landmark and civic space: the John Joseph Moakley U.S Courthouse

These 2-3 hour visits consist of an hour guided tour of the building, a visit with a federal judge (or other legal professionals), and/or the opportunity to observe live court proceedings or trials. College students can also request to watch oral arguments with the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit. 

To book a visit, please email fieldtrips@discoveringjustice.org. Law schools, colleges, and universities will work with the Courthouse Program Manager Emily Dall’Orso to plan their visit. 

Book a Visit

Discovering Justice is excited to announce that we officially offer virtual court visits for college and law school students! 

These virtual court visits will be between 60-90 minutes, including a virtual tour of the courthouse and a meeting with a judge or another legal professional. You can work closely with us to personalize your visit! 

You can pick this option when you select “book a visit” or contact fieldtrips@discoveringjustice.org for any questions you may have. 

Hannah Weiser

Visiting Assistant Professor of Practice of Law, Babson College

"The court visit provided an opportunity to engage with the law in a unique manner that is unparalleled to the classroom. The students and faculty found the experience to be extremely valuable."

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Rana Suh Kannan

Rana Suh Kannan

Rana Suh Kannan has spent nearly her entire 20+ year career dedicated to providing students with access to high-quality education experiences that lead to strong academic outcomes. She brings extensive and diverse experiences as a teacher, school administrator, funder, and nonprofit professional. Rana is committed to Discovering Justice’s mission to enable students to become well-equipped with the knowledge, skills, and desire to build and sustain an equitable democracy.

Prior to Discovering Justice, Rana spent seven years at Boston Schools Fund, most recently as the Chief Operating Officer. She co-led the development of the organization’s second fund, and ensured its operationalization across the organization. Previously, Rana played pivotal roles at organizations such as Salsify, Phoenix Charter Academy, The Achievement Network, and Roxbury Prep Charter School. Rana graduated from Williams College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Psychology. She earned her Master’s in Education Policy & Management from the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

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