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Student affairs news, events & deadlines

November 13, 2023

Deadlines

Today at 12:00 noon - 1L Spring pre-reg closes.

1L Professional Pathways Checklist

Your 1L Professional Pathways checklist is full of resources and important steps you will need to take to prepare for your summer job search! Advisors from the career teams are available to meet with you - make appointments through Symplicity. If you have not yet logged into Symplicity, you will need to request a password reset by emailing careerservices@law.columbia.edu

Student Services

Academic Success Panel: Preparing for Exams - Thurs. Nov. 16, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in WJW 309. What are some good study strategies for preparing for exams? How can you balance your time studying for exams and attending class? What should you do if you are not understanding some of the issues covered in your courses? How can you practice self-care during the study period? Click here for additional details and the link to register.

Registration Services

1L Spring Pre-Reg closes Today at 12:00 noon. Please review our Resources and Procedures page: 1L Spring 2024 Pre-Registration Handbook, How to Register on LawNet, How to Use the Curriculum Guide, and the Legal Methods II and 1L Elective Offerings website.

Registration Services is wishing you well this semester! If you have any questions along the way, feel free to drop by WJW 500, email, or call us at 212-854-2668.

Private Sector Careers

Presenting Yourself in a Private Sector Interview - Tues. Nov. 14, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in JG 106. Students who did not RSVP by Nov. 8 are still encouraged to join the program and bring their own lunch to enjoy during the event.

Lazard Information Session - Weds. Nov. 15, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in WJW 415. Click here for details and to RSVP by tomorrow, Nov. 14 at 5:00 p.m.

Professional Attire: OPSC has partnered with The Wardrobe for students in need of preloved professional attire. Now is a good time to prepare for interviews and employer networking events. Click "Order a Wardrobe Box", and in the "Partner Lookup" field, enter "Columbia Law School". Please email privatesectorcareers@law.columbia.edu with any questions.

CLS Connect Events Calendar: Information received by OPSC regarding firm events and receptions for LLM students will be posted on this calendar. Please make sure to check it regularly for firm event and RSVP information.

Public Interest/Public Service Law and Careers

Public Interest Monday: Direct Services - Today, Mon. Nov. 13, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in JG 103. Click here to RSVP.

What a Summer in National Security Law Looks Like - Weds. Nov. 15, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in WJW 103. Click here to RSVP.

Faculty Office Hours for the Public Interest Community w/ Prof. Kate Andrias - Thurs. Nov. 16, 10:00-11:30 a.m. in JG 809. Click here for more information.

Public Interest Community Coffee w/ Prof. David Pozen- Thurs. Nov. 16, 3:00-4:00 p.m. in WJW 600. Last coffee of the semester. Click here for more information.

Join the Columbia Public Interest Community!

Get all the public interest/public service news in the PI/PS Office newsletter!

Judicial Careers

OJC Judicial Speakers Series: In Conversation with Judge Thomas Ambro (Third Circuit) Weds. Nov. 15, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in JG 106. This event is co-sponsored with the Columbia Business Law Review and will be moderated by Kyle Oefelein '24. Click here to RSVP.

Additional Announcements & Events

Enhancing Your Relationship: A Workshop for Couples - Starting Mon. Nov. 20 and continue every Monday through Dec. 11, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Click here for more information. To join, email py2120@cumc.columbia.edu and ktn2119@cumc.columbia.edu with “Couples” in the subject line.

Writing Center Workshop: Writing in Plain English - Thurs. Nov. 16, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in JG 102B. Review practical tips for writing legal arguments in plain English and communicating in a clear and active manner. Click here for more information.

Student Resources

General
Roadmaps - A month-by-month snapshot of many of the key things to know and do during each year as a law student.
CLSConnect - an internal portal used by some student organizations and departments to share events, surveys, and track information.
Lawnet - update personal information, view class schedules, and check grades.
Lionmail - access the Lionmail email system.
Helpdesk - email the Helpdesk with tech support requests.
Campus Resources in Times of Crisis (NEW) - designed to encompass the different services and policies that may be relevant during this period.

Careers & Professional Development
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.
Public Interest Job Search Tools - contains information to help you begin your public sector job or internship search including the Job Search Toolkit.
Public Interest Specialized Job Search Tools - includes tools to help you navigate the job search process in certain substantive areas.

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