Character & Fitness for the Bar: Need to amend your law school application? Submit this form by Fri. Apr. 5.
Antisemitism Task Force Listening Session Rescheduled to Apr. 9 at 12:10 p.m. The Listening Session is a safe, respectful, and compassionate space for all students to express their thoughts and engage in meaningful dialogue with faculty from the Columbia University Antisemitism Task Force. The session will include a note-taker and it will be recorded. These sessions are for registered students only. For more information and to register click here.
Registration Services
Spring 2024 Exams: Individualized exam schedulesare available on LawNet.
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)
Judicial Careers
Judge List Workshop - Thurs. Mar. 28, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in WJW 310. Are you planning to apply for a clerkship this summer or in the future? OJC will discuss how to research judges and how to decide where to apply for clerkships. Lunch will be served. RSVP here.
Class of 2024 - Clerkship Preferences Form: Are you planning to apply for clerkships this cycle, whether it's for your first or second clerkship? To better assist us in supporting you throughout the process, please fill out this form. The form asks what your preferences are in terms of year, court type, and location so that we can also keep relevant opportunities top of mind for you.
Public Interest/Public Service Law and Careers
Skadden Fellowship Info Session and Consultations - Tues. Mar. 26, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in WJW 209. Register here. Following the session, the Skadden Foundation director will meet individually with students interested in applying. Sign up here.
Public Sector Everything: 3L Drop-Ins with PIPS, Financial Aid, and OJC - Weds. Mar. 27, 2:00-4:00 p.m. in WJW 415 & 416. Bring your questions on LRAP, the Bridge Loan, postgraduate plans, and more! More information here.
Zigzag: Moving Between the Public and Private Sectors - Thurs. Mar. 28, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in JG 103. Register here.
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Private Sector Careers
Ropes & Gray CLWA Networking Reception - Today, Mar. 25, 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Faculty House. Please click here for detailed event information and to RSVP by 3:00 p.m. today.
ICYMI: 10 Tips for Selecting a Practice Area - Ru Bhatt and Stephanie Biderman from Major, Lindsey & Africa led a terrific program on what to consider when choosing a practice area. The video and practice area summary are on Symplicity under Resources/Employer and Practice Area Research/A Recruiter's Perspective.
Additional Announcements & Events
Counseling and Psychological Services Procrastination Workshop - Today, Mar. 25, 5:30-7:00 p.m. To join, email py2120@cumc.columbia.edu with "Procrastination" in the subject line. More information here.
Support groups are open to Columbia students on the Morningside & Manhattanville campus who have paid the full Columbia Health and Related Services Fee. Students are welcome to join support spaces and groups that are in progress unless otherwise indicated in the group description.
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 - 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