Professor Dr. Matthew Steinke

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Matthew Steinke is the Assistant Dean for Information Services and the Director of the Tarlton Law Library at Texas Law. He teaches the Advanced Legal Research course and is involved in various aspects of legal education and library services. He holds a B.A. in Economics from the University of Cincinnati, a J.D. from the University of Minnesota, and an M.L.I.S. from Kent State University. Before joining the University of Texas in 2012, he served as the Head of Access Services at the Moritz Law Library at Ohio State University. His extensive background in both legal research and library science supports his current role, contributing to the advancement of legal education and research methodologies within the academic community.

Research Interests

Legal Research Library Science

Experience

Assistant Dean for Information Services

— Present

Tarlton Law Library • Austin, TX

Oversees the information services and library operations, ensuring comprehensive legal research support for students and faculty.

Head Access Services

— Present

Moritz Law Library, Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

Managed access services within the law library, focusing on user support and resource accessibility.

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Application Checklist

  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume

Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.