From: CLS Student Affairs Digest Date: October 24, 2022 Subject: The Gavel: Your Weekly Student Affairs Newsletter (1L Edition)
Student affairs news, events & deadlines
October 24, 2022
Deadlines
Thurs. Oct. 27 at 5:00 p.m. - Applications for the Davis Polk Leadership Initiative Innovation Grants: Innovation Grant recipients receive up to $1,000 in project funding to design and implement a project during the Spring semester. More information is available here, and you can apply directly here. Please reach out to Eunice Hong with any questions.
Student Services
CLS Artist-In-Residence Short Film Series - Tues. Oct. 25, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in JG 105. We will look at two short films from Self Evident Media Education, which often examine unknown stories related to the history of the creation and codification of a legalized caste system in the U.S. based on race. One film examines bias in the press and how that impacts our perception of history and the second film tells the story of a Black woman in Massachusetts who took legal action that directly led to the end of legal institution of slavery in Massachusetts. Click here for more information.
Pumpkin Carving Party - Thurs. Oct. 27 in WJW 600 (Morning Session: 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m./Afternoon Session: 1:00-2:30 p.m.) You can carve a pumpkin with us or take one home to carve. Please use the SignUp link to RSVP. RSVP is required for both in-person carving and to take home. Pumpkins can be picked up 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Mandatory Training Alert: The Community Citizenship Initiative is now in full swing! Fri. Nov. 4 is the deadline for completion. Participation is required for all students who are new to the University or starting a new degree/program. Within your Lionmail inbox the information came from Dennis Mitchell (from the Office of University Life). If you require accommodations or have any questions, please contact University Life. A hold will be placed on your student account if this requirement is not completed by the deadline.
Coming Soon: Dean's Town Hall - Thurs. Nov. 10, 12:00-1:00 p.m. in JG 104
1L Midterms: Please check Lawnet for your midterm schedule under "Check Schedule."
Please download Exam4 and take a practice test today, Mon. Oct. 24.This is required. For more information please reference pgs 4 -5 in either Exam4 handbook (Mac or Windows) on our Resources page.
The New York State Bar Association invites law students to join for free. Gain access to award-winning professional development, resources, discount benefits, scholarships, writing competitions, and much more! Details can be found here.
Pathway to Private Sector Careers - Weds. Oct. 26, 5:00-6:00 p.m. in JG 106. This panel of 2L students will discuss their 1L summer job search process and experiences in various sectors (including judicial internships, government, public interest and academic), how it impacted their career decisions, and path to secure a 2L (private sector) summer associate position for next summer. Click here to RSVP.
Please save the date for the following upcoming programs and events:
-Making Connections: Networking for 1Ls: Tues. Nov. 1, 12:10 p.m.
-Private Sector Diversity Applications: Writing Your Way to a 1L Summer Position: Thurs. Nov. 3, 4:30 p.m.
-1L Virtual Law Firm Diversity Expo: Weds. Nov. 9, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Employer Virtual Events: Please feel free to register for upcoming Employer events, including Haynes Boone, Schulte, Roth & Zabel, and more, here.
Akin Gump Headspace Subscription Offer: Akin Gump is offering students a free subscription to Headspace. Below is the information to redeem this subscription. (Note that the problem with registration has been fixed.)
Site To Redeem Code: www.headspace.com/code
Code: CCAKINGUMP
Duration: 12 months of Headspace access upon redemption
Expiration Date To Redeem: December 31, 2022
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.
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.