From: CLS Student Affairs Digest
Date: April 17, 2023
Subject: The Gavel: Your Weekly Student Affairs Newsletter (LL.M. Edition)



Student affairs news, events & deadlines April 17, 2023
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Deadlines

- Fri. Apr. 21 - Deadline to register for the virtual program, Using the Science of Learning to Succeed on Your Finals and the Bar Exam, which will be held on Apr. 24. See below for more information.

Students chatting in JG lobby

Student Services

Dean's Cup - Thurs. Apr. 20, Doors open at 7:30 p.m./tipoff at 8:30 p.m. at Levien Gym, Dodge Fitness Center. We are so excited that we are once again able to host Deans' Cup this year. Deans’ Cup is a basketball game played annually between NYU and CLS. The event is a great way to show school pride and we encourage you to cheer on the CLS students who make up our team. Questions? Contact Student Senate.

Using the Science of Learning to Succeed on Your Finals and the Bar Exam - Mon. Apr. 24, 12:00 p.m. Virtual. Use science to optimize your learning and improve your performance on your finals and the bar exam. Florida International University Law School Professor Louis Schulze, Jr. will explain how the science of learning can help you succeed on your exams and the bar exam, and important things to do and not to do during bar prep. The deadline to register is Fri. Apr. 21. 

Questions? Contact Student Services
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Judicial Clerkships

CLWA/OJC Judicial Clerkships Mixer - Thurs. Apr. 20, 6:00-8:30 p.m. in Case Lounge. Columbia Law Women's Association (CLWA) is excited to present its Inaugural Judicial Clerkships Alumni-Student Reception, co-hosted with OJC. Alumni who completed state and federal judicial clerkships are invited back to campus to meet with students, share their clerkship experiences, and answer questions about clerking. Dinner will be provided for attendees. Click here to RSVP.

Visit Office of Judicial Clerkships

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Social Justice Initiatives

Get all the public interest and government career news in the SJI Newsletter

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Career Services

If you have any questions regarding private sector employment, please contact the Office of Career Services.

Graduate Programs

Nurturing Hope, Today. Apr. 17, 7:30-9:00 p.m., Earl Hall, Dodge Room. Click here for more information.

Campus Conversations - Coping Mechanisms for Stressful Situations - Thurs. Apr. 20, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in Kent Hall 201. Click here for more information and to register. 

Research Fellow Opportunity with Pro. Benjamin Liebman. Seeking a Research Fellow to work for a one-year period in the Hong Yen Chang Center for Chinese Legal Studies. Fluency in Chinese is required. See Symplicity for more details and to apply.

LLM Coaching Program: You're invited to participate in our pilot launch of the LLM Coaching Program. If you are interested in being coached between now and graduation, please read here and email Marissa indicating your interest.

Graduation Tams: We have a limited number of tams if you are experiencing financial hardship. Please email OGP to schedule a time to pick one up; no questions asked.

Visit Office of Graduate Degree Programs

Registration Services

NYS Bar Question & Answer with the New York Board of Law Examiners - Weds. Apr. 19, 12:10-1:00 pm. Virtual. Click here to register.

Your Exam Schedule: Individualized spring 2023 exam schedules are now available in LawNet under the Check Schedule module.

Exam4 Resources to Review for Final Exams Prep:
-
Exam4 handbook (Mac or Windows) on our Resources page
- Exam4 webinar recording (you may view this recording via your Lionmail account)

July 2023 Bar Exam: If you plan on taking the July 2023 NYS Bar Exam, your application must be filed between April 1 - April 30. If you miss the deadline the next opportunity to sit for the bar is February 2024. Visit NYS Board of Law Examiners (NYS BOLE) for detailed information on the New York State bar examination application and requirements, including applying for disability-related accommodations.

Additional Announcements & Events


ICYMI - The 2023 Edition of The Geneva Challenge: This project funded by Swiss Ambassador Jenö Staehelin aims to encourage interdisciplinary problem-solving analysis among master students on advancing human development within the scope of a relevant topic. This year, students are invited to develop analysis-based proposals on "The Challenges of Loneliness." The Geneva Challenge 2023 will distribute 25’000 CHF. Registration to participate closes this Sun. Apr. 23 and submissions are due Fri. July 14. Click here for more information and to apply.
Mindfulness and Racial/Social Justice Award: We are currently accepting applications for this year's award. Click here to submit an application.
Program Offerings Survey: Click here to provide input to help shape future programming.
This week's Mindfulness Programming:
Virtual Morning Yoga with Magi Pierce - TODAY, Apr. 17, 8:00-8:45 a.m. RSVP at this link. Live-stream is accessible with this link.

- In-person Lunchtime Mindfulness Meditation Session - Weds. Apr. 19, 12:15-1:00 p.m. in Case Lounge. Drop-ins are welcome, but if you would like lunch please RSVP by TODAY at 1:00 pm. Live-stream is also available here. For information on this session click here.

Student Resources 

Careers & Professional Development
Roadmaps - A month-by-month snapshot of many of the key things to know and do during each year as a law student.
Symplicity's Job Search Tools & Resources  - Includes application material templates, guides, podcasts, and links to useful resources. 
Symplicity's Job/Scholarship/Fellowship Postings - CLS students and alumni can search for summer and post-graduate employment, as well as, semester internships/externships. External organizations also share writing competitions, scholarships, and educational opportunities through this site.

Financial & Child Care 
Financial Wellness Resources - Students experiencing unexpected financial need, including food and housing insecurity, may be eligible for additional assistance. To apply for emergency assistance, complete the funding request form. 
CU Food Pantry
Back-up Child Care - Full-time enrolled Law School students can receive up to 60 hours of back-up care per academic year through Bright Horizons.
Child Care & Schooling Services

Medical & Mental Health 
Counseling and Psychological Services
As well as CPS's Problem-Solving Drop-ins are an opportunity to talk with a mental health professional about a specific situation that is causing emotional stress.
Medical Appointments
Alice! Health Promotion 
COVID Resources 

Support Groups - Coordinated by Columbia Health
Lawyers Assistance Program - A free, confidential service available to law students and their family members in NYC who are struggling with alcohol or drug abuse, depression, anxiety and stress, as well as other addictions and mental health issues. 

Columbia Health Resources:
Services Quick Reference Sheet
Intro Video
Insurance 101 Video
Feedback Survey

Safety & Transportation
CU's Public Safety App - Lionsafe

Intercampus Shuttle   
Manhattanville Loop
On-Demand Evening Shuttle
Passio Go! app
Safety Escorts 

Safety Awareness Opportunities

Emergency Resources

Emergency Text Messaging
Click above to sign up for emergency text updates to receive real-time notifications of emergency events on or near campus.

Emergency Phone #s
Columbia’s Public Safety is available at any time of day, every day. Please store these critical numbers in your phone:

Morningside Campus Emergency Line: 212-854-5555
Manhattanville Campus Emergency Line: 212-853-3333
Medical Center Campus Emergency Line: 212-305-7979

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