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In addition, LSAC carried forward on its global outreach program—stretching its flag to several new
countries and many new schools, particularly in India—and consolidated two programs long in
development—DiscoverLaw.org
™
and the Skills Readiness Inventory. The former aims to attract to
law members of groups historically underrepresented; the latter to help people in the pipeline to
better acquire the skills necessary for law school and a successful career. It is hoped that both will
create more diverse and better prepared law school classes and, in the long run, help the
profession better serve those in need.
Without both our amazing volunteers and committed staff at Newtown, none of this would have
happened. The leadership in Newtown and of LSAC’s many committees, work groups, and task
forces, however, deserves special thanks, particularly Dan Bernstine. He provided much of the
gumption and imagination that made these initiatives succeed. Because of the continuing
economic downturn and change in regulatory environment, LSAC is now facing greater uncertainty
and greater challenges than ever before. I have no doubt that under Dan’s leadership it will
overcome them. Luckily, Steve Willborn, LSAC’s new chair, is equally entrepreneurial, imaginative,
and energetic. I wish them both luck as they move the organization forward.