The Wayne Morse Center for Law and Politics offers annual fellowships for UO Law students who have demonstrated a commitment to serve the public interest. Now in its 24th year, the Wayne Morse Law Fellows program has evolved to center around paid 10-week, full-time summer positions in Washington, D.C., and various locations in Oregon. During the academic year, fellows are invited to participate in the life of Wayne Morse Center, which includes public lectures and panels, lunches and receptions with speakers, and the opportunity for one-on-one mentoring. Application deadlines vary depending on the fellowship and the year, but traditionally are scheduled from mid-January through February.
2025-26 Fellowships
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- Wayne Morse Legal Fellow, Office of Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici
* Location: Washington, D.C.
* Length: 10 weeks in summer 2025
* Stipend: $12,500 -- $2,500 stipend in late May plus $4,000 per month on a pro-rated basis through congressional payroll, which is taxable income
* Application deadline: Tuesday, Jan. 21 by 5 p.m. (Pacific time) via DuckWorks
- Wayne Morse Legal Fellow, Office of U.S. Senator Ron Wyden
* Location: Washington, D.C.
* Length: 10 weeks in summer 2025
* Stipend: $9,250
* Application deadline: Monday, Jan. 27 by 5 p.m. (Pacific time) via DuckWorks
- David Schuman Legal Justice Fellow, Oregon Justice Resource Center's Civil Rights Project
* Location: Portland (in person/hybrid strongly preferred; remote is a possibility)
* Length: 10 weeks in summer 2025
* Stipend: $6,000 stipend in late May
* Application deadline: Monday, Feb. 10 by 5 p.m. (Pacific time) via DuckWorks
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Wayne Morse / ENR Center Legal Fellowship with the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians of Oregon
* Location: Hybrid from Eugene with some travel to Siletz, Oregon
* Length: 10 weeks in summer 2025
* Stipend: $6,000 stipend
* Application deadline: Monday, Feb. 3 by 5 p.m. (Pacific time)
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2024-25 Fellows
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