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Student affairs news, events & deadlines

November 21, 2022

Upcoming 1L Deadlines

Apply for the Human Rights Internship Program (HRIP) by Weds. Nov. 30 at 11:59 p.m. The program provides a $9400 stipend (pre-tax) to 1Ls and 2Ls for ten weeks of international human rights work in addition to roundtrip tickets to their placement location. Students must submit an application via CLS Connect and complete the requirements of CSF to be eligible to apply for HRIP.

Complete the 1L Mandatory Professional Development Checklist by Thurs. Dec. 8 at 11:59 p.m. All 1L are required to complete the checklist by the deadline. The only exception is for 1Ls who have (1) secured a private sector position AND (2) have completed the "Opt-Out" form. Since this will only be a small number of 1Ls, ALL 1Ls should expect to complete the full set of mandatory 1L programs - even if you intend to apply for positions in the private sector.

Student Services

Pie Day! - Tues. Nov. 22, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. in Big Warren, 4th fl. - Student Services Lounge, Room 400. Share your gratitude with pie! Come by and leave a note of gratitude on our Wall of Thanks and grab a pie to go! Made possible by the Yagoda Family.

BONUS!! During the Pie Day hours, Student Services will be handing out vouchers for a free beverage from Scholastic on the first floor of Big Warren. To receive a voucher please make sure to show a Student Services member your completed evaluations screenshot or available on your phone when collecting your voucher. While supplies last.

Questions? Contact Student Services

Social Justice Initiatives

SPIN/SJI Public Interest Lawyering Series: Policy - Tues. Nov. 22, 12:10-1:10 p.m. in JG 103. Click here for more information and to register.

SJI Monday: Disability Rights - Mon. Nov. 28, 12:10-1:10 p.m., Virtual. Click here for more information and to register.

PILC Fair Information Session - Weds. Nov. 30, 12:10-1:10 p.m., Virtual. Click here for more information and to register.

Get ALL the public interest and government news in our SJI newsletter!

Registration Services

Fall 2022 Exams: Individualized exam schedules are now available on LawNet.

Registration Timeline:
Tues. Nov. 22, 12:00 p.m.- Tues. Nov. 29,12:00 p.m. - Legal Methods II Switch Request Period

Due to the Thanksgiving break this Thurs. Nov. 24 and Fri. Nov. 25, Registration Services will respond to emails on Mon. Nov. 28.

Judicial Clerkships

Nuts & Bolts of Applying for Summer Judicial Internships - Today at 12:10- 1:10 p.m. in JG 101. OJC and upper-year students who served as summer judicial interns will have a conversation about applying for summer judicial internship positions and interning in chambers.

Visit Office of Judicial Clerkships

Career Services

ICYMI: Please click here to view recordings of recent OCS programs including Presenting Yourself in an Interview and Private Sector Diversity Applications: Writing Your Way to a 1L Summer Position.

Contact the Office of Career Services.

Additional Announcements & Events

Today, 11/21
11:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
DOROT (171 W. 85th St.)

DOROT Thanksgiving Meal Delivery - Volunteers Needed. This Thanksgiving, warm the heart of an older neighbor. Give a little time, make a big impact. Pre-registration and valid U.S. government-issued photo ID are required. All volunteers must wear masks for the duration of the program. To volunteer please email: volunteers@dorotusa.org.

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