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Student affairs news, events & deadlines

February 13, 2023

Deadlines

Weds. Feb. 15: Last day to withdraw from a Spring '23 Law School course with the notation of W. Click here for more information.

Weds. Feb. 15 at 5:00 p.m.: Deadline to submit the request form to take Financial Statement Analysis and Interpretation (L6205) for a letter grade.

Student Services

The Rise and Fall of SBF with Profs. Menand, Richman, and Judge - Weds. Feb. 15, 12:10-1:00 p.m. in JG 106. Professors Lev Menand, Dan Richman, and Kate Judge will discuss the dramatic rise and fall of FTX and SBF, and what might happen next. Click here for more information.

Breakfast with Dean Lester - Tues. Feb. 28, 8:30-9:30 a.m. You are invited to sign up for the opportunity to have an intimate breakfast with Dean Lester. If you are interested, please enter the lottery here by 5:00 p.m. on Wed. Feb. 22. You will receive confirmation if you are selected. You will receive confirmation if you are selected.

Alice! Health Promotion Drop-ins: Health Education Visits are available for drop-in hours or students can request an appointment. Alice! is a confidential resource. Conversations are solution-oriented and not meant to be therapy or to provide medical advice. Tues. and Weds. through May 12.
In-person: 3:00-5:00 p.m. in John Jay Hall, 3rd floor Virtual: 5:00-7:00 p.m. Click here for the Zoom link.

Questions? Contact Student Services

Social Justice Initiatives

SJI Monday: Grads on Public Interest/Civil Rights Law Firms - Today, Feb. 13, 12:10-1:10 p.m. Virtual. Click here to register for the Zoom link.

World Bank Info Session - Tues. Feb. 14, 12:10-1:10 p.m. Virtual. Click here to register for the Zoom link.

Want public interest, human rights, or government career news? Check out the SJI Newsletter!

Registration Services

Weds. Feb. 15 is the deadline to withdraw from a Spring 23 Law School course with the notation of W; the grade of F will be recorded for withdrawals after this date.

If enrolled in Financial Statement Analysis and Interpretation (L6205) and wish to take this course for a letter grade please fill out this form by Weds. Feb. 15, at 5:00 p.m.

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 (212-854-2668).

Career Services

Spring OCI: The Virtual Spring On-Campus Interview Program has begun, and the Add period is open for employers with open slots on their schedules. Please check Symplicity for employers, dates, and instructions.

Contact the Office of Career Services

Judicial Clerkships

If you have any questions regarding judicial clerkship and internship employment, please contact the Office of Judicial Clerkships.

Visit Office of Judicial Clerkships

Additional Announcements & Events

- The CLS International Study Application for international semester, global alliance and dual degree programs is open until March 1. 2Ls can apply to spend their 3L fall or spring semesters 2023-24 studying at a partner law school overseas. 1Ls can apply for a dual degree program in Frankfurt, Paris or London for their 3L year (2024-2025) or an international study semester for spring 2024. Students should follow these instructions before starting an application. Questions?

Tues. 2/14 12:15-1:15 p.m. JG Annex	Organizational Leadership Series presents Pierre Gentin, McKinsey & Company's Global General Counsel. The discussion will focus on Pierre's leadership role at McKinsey & Company and how it has been shaped by his business, legal, and academic experiences throughout his career. Lunch will be provided for those who attend. Participants that cannot attend in person may join virtually via a Zoom Link that will be provided. If you have any dietary restrictions or questions about the event, please contact Michael Willis. Click here for more information.
Tues. 2/14 6:30-8:30 p.m. JG 101	Crypto Trading: Finance or Gambling? Industry advocates and many policymakers assert that crypto trading is part of our financial system and should be regulated under banking, securities, and commodities laws. Others argue that crypto trading should be separated as completely as possible from the traditional financial system and should be regulated as a form of gambling that emulates finance. Who is right? Click here to register either in person or virtually. The panel begins at 7:00 pm., dinner is available at 6:30 p.m.
Fri. 2/17 Pulitzer Hall, 3rd Fl. 6:00-8:00 p.m.	2023 Paul Robeson Conference Day 1 - A Conversation with Eric Holder. This conversation will feature Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. CC’73, LAW’76, and Jelani Cobb, dean of Columbia Journalism School and Henry R. Luce Professor of Journalism, as they discuss Attorney General Holder's new book, Our Unfinished March: The Violent Past and Imperiled Future of the Vote. Registration is required for this event. Click here to register and more information.
Sat. 2/18 JG Annex 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.	2023 Paul Robeson Conference Day 2 - Black Politics & American Democracy. Registration is required for this event. Click here to register and more information.

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