The George Washington University Law School is proud to announce the second annual Schenck National Security Crisis Negotiations Competition, a prestigious internal competition that continues to solidify GW Law's position as a leader in national security legal education. The competition, generously endowed by Associate Dean for National Security, Cybersecurity, and Foreign Relations Law Lisa M. Schenck and her husband James, provides first-year law students with an unprecedented opportunity to develop crucial negotiation skills in the national security context.

Building on the remarkable success of last year's inaugural event, which featured a challenging Arctic Russia scenario, this year's competition will immerse students in a complex transnational crisis centered on Venezuela. Participants will navigate regional stability concerns, protection of American lives, and vital U.S. interests while representing key government agencies including the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of State.

Registration Information

Interested first-year students must register by January 26th at 11:59 PM through the online registration form. Questions about the competition can be directed to natlsecurity@law.gwu.edu.

The Schenck Competition represents GW Law's commitment to providing students with practical, hands-on experience in national security law. Through this endowed competition, we continue to prepare the next generation of legal professionals for the complex challenges of national security practice while highlighting GW Law's prestigious National Security, Cybersecurity, and Foreign Relations Law Program.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain invaluable experience in national security negotiations while building professional connections that could shape your legal career. Register today to secure your place in this prestigious competition.

Register for the Competition