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Student affairs news, events & deadlines

November 7, 2022

Deadlines

Weds. Nov. 9 at 12:00 p.m.: Deadline to register for the Virtual Law Firm Diversity Expo. See more information in the Career Services section.

Thurs. Nov. 10 at 12:00 p.m.: Spring Pre-Registration closes.

Thurs. Nov. 10 at 5:00 p.m.: Applications for a spring break caravan are due. For more information on how to apply click here.

Student Services

Orientation Program Survey: Somehow Orientation was a little over two months ago. Before too much more time goes by we are reaching out to ask you to fill out this survey about the Orientation program (that took place Mon. Aug. 22 - Weds, Aug. 24). The survey should take 4 minutes to complete. The entire Student Services team reads each and every response to help us improve the program for next year's class. The deadline to complete the survey is next Mon. Nov. 14 at 5:00 p.m.

LCI: Relationship Between Congress and the Administrative State - Weds. Nov. 9, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in JG 106. Profs. Thomas Merrill and Gillian Metzger, will discuss one of the most important public law issues of the moment: the future of Chevron deference and what it means for administrative law. In his recently published book, The Chevron Doctrine: Its Rise and Fall, and the Future of the Administrative State, Prof. Merrill reviews the history and immense consequences of the Chevron doctrine and suggests a way forward. This is your chance to hear from two leading experts on why these developments matter and what's next for administrative law. Lunch will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for more information.

Town Hall with Dean Gillian Lester, Moderated by Aditi Thakur '23 - Thurs. Nov. 10, 12:00-1:00 p.m. in JG 106. During this conversation, Dean Lester will answer questions raised by the student body. Lunch will be served on a first-come, first-served basis.

Questions? Contact Student Services

Judicial Clerkships

Resources for 1Ls: Gearing up to apply for a summer judicial internship? Review OJC's resources for 1Ls on our Courseworks page!

Visit Office of Judicial Clerkships

Registration Services

Pre-Registration Resources to Review: 1L Handbook on our Resources page, the 1L Elective and Legal Methods II page, and the Course Guide.

Social Justice Initiatives

Today! SJI Monday: Fighting for Full Employment with Skanda Amaranth - Mon. Nov. 7, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in JG 101. Click here for more information.

1L Drop-In Advising - Thurs. Nov. 10, 1:10-3:00 p.m. on WJW 8th floor. Click here for more information.

Communities of Change: A BIPOC Public Interest Event - Thurs. Nov. 10, 6:00-8:00 p.m.: This evening will bring together students of color interested in public interest and alumni of color working in the public sector. To RSVP, please email socialjustice@law.columbia.edu.

Get all the public interest career news in our SJI newsletter.

Career Services

1L Virtual Law Firm Diversity Expo - Weds. Nov. 9, 5:00-7:00 p.m., Virtual. The deadline to register is today at noon. Slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Virtual Programs: Students may register here for upcoming virtual programs hosted by Foley & Lardner, Lowenstein Sandler, Latham & Watkins, and more.

Contact the Office of Career Services

Additional Announcements & Events

Tues. 11/8
2:30-1:30 p.m.
Virtual

No Straight Path: Strategies for Overcoming Setbacks and Finding Satisfaction and Success in the Law – Failed Bar Attempt(s), Job Rejection(s), and Bad Grade(s) Be Damned! In this program hosted by Fordham Law School, Jordana Alter Cofino and Ashley Menzies Babatunde will discuss overcoming setbacks and offer guidance for law students and recent graduates navigating their legal careers. Ashley will share her personal struggle with the bar exam and unpack some of the lessons learned along the way, including practical tips for overcoming career setbacks. They will also discuss reining in perfectionism and redefining self-worth and how to cultivate a growth mindset to achieve well-being and success as an attorney. Register here.

Thurs. 11/10
6:00 p.m.
CU Irving Medical
Campus

LGBTQ+ Roundtable with Columbia Faculty: For this roundtable, faculty members will share their experience navigating higher education as members of the LGBTQ+ community in higher education. Swag and appetizers will be provided. Click here to register and learn more. Questions? Contact University Life

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

Evening Shuttle
Intercampus Shuttle
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