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UCI Law Student Newsletter September 1, 2023
New Announcements and Deadlines

Supportive Resources for Student with ADHD: The Academic Skills team listed supportive resources on each class's ASP Canvas course:

 

The Fellowship at Auschwitz for the Study of Professional Ethics (FASPE): 2024 Law Fellowship: FASPE will award 80-90 two-week fellowships that focuses on professional ethics and ethical leadership. Application is now open and the program will take place from May 24th to June 7th. To learn more, register to attend a virtual information session on Wednesday, October 4th at 8:00am.

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Orange County Coalition for Diversity in the Law (OCCDL): Pathways to the Bench and Diversity in the Judiciary: This virtual panel with Judge Birotte and Judge Sykes will discuss the possibility of judgeship as a career goal and the need for greater diversity in the judiciary. Register to attend on Wednesday, September 6th at 2:00pm. 

Mindfulness in Law Society (MILS): An Introduction to Mindful Self-Compassion for Stress ReductionLearn the personal and professional benefits of joining MILS on Thursday, September 7th from 3:00pm to 3:45pm. Register to attend.

Neuroscience and Society Virtual Career FairThis event will be held on Monday, September 11th through Thursday, September 14th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm and will feature presentations from leading professionals, provide networking opportunities, and much more. Register today.

Prince, Jack Daniels, and AI: Recent Developments in Intellectual Property LawThis panel will be held on Tuesday, September 12th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm in EDU 1131 and will feature The Honorable John W. Holcomb, R. Anthony Reese, Chancellor's Professor at UCI Law, and Lynda Zadra-Symes, Co-Chair of Trademark and Copyright Practice Groups. Register to attend.

Inside the Federal Criminal Justice System Panel: A Discussion with the Bench and BarThis panel with The Honorable Douglas McCormick, Ben Barron, Chief Assistant, and Kelley Lane Munoz, Santa Ana Branch Chief will be held on Monday, September 18th at 5:30pm to 7:00pm in EDU 1111. Register to attend.

Cutting Sign to the Legal ProfessionThe University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law invites students of Native American/American Indian, Alaska Native, First Nations, and other North American Indigenous heritages to join this event on September 29th and 30th. Students will be able to attend panels with Native judges and practitioners, network with professionals, and participate in a day of interviewing with employers from across the county. Registration is now open.

Announcement Reminders

Student Health Center's COVID InformationPromoting a healthy environment at UCI Law is a collective effort of everyone in our community—students, staff, and faculty. Your individual choices directly affect the well-being of others. You should be familiar with and follow the guidelines outlined on the Student Health Center’s COVID Information and Updates page (https://shc.uci.edu/covid-information-and-updates), which includes information about COVID symptoms and what do if you test positive or think you might have been a close contact. You should also be alert for and follow any additional UCI public health policies that may be announced from time to time.

Please do not come to class if you are feeling sick or exhibiting COVID symptoms. Instructors have been strongly encouraged to provide access to class recordings for students who miss a class session for this reason. Please consult your instructor’s syllabus for more information and ask your instructor if you have questions.

UCI Law Reunion: Alumni & Student Mixer: Please join the Class of 2013 and 2018 as they return to campus to celebrate their 10- and 5- year Reunion on Saturday, September 9th at 5:00pm! To attend, RSVP by September 4th. Alumni will be invited on a walking tour of the campus during the mixer at 5:15pm, for those interested in participating! 

Courtyard Furniture Reminder: To avoid possible damage to the furniture or concrete, continue to be ADA compliant, and for your own safety, please do not move any of the courtyard furniture.

Student Wellness Room: is now open and can be accessed Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:45pm in the Dean's Suite! Schedule a massage chair appointment on the Student Portal, under Wellness & Inclusivity. A deep tissue massager is also available for check-out at the front desk.

2Ls & 3Ls: The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP): This free recruitment and referral program connects federal and private sector employers nationwide with highly motivated students with disabilities who are eager to prove their abilities in the workplace through summer or permanent jobs. All candidates must register between August 21st and October 12th. If you have questions, please contact UCI Law's coordinator, Brandy Stewart, at bstewart@law.uci.edu or 949-824-5963.

1Ls: Success in Law School Mentoring ProgramThe Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) offers this mentoring program for diverse first year students to receive attentive, personal mentoring from attorneys at the most prestigious law firms and corporate legal departments. Registration is now open!

Orange County Bar Association (OCBA) Law Student MembershipAs a member of the OCBA, students can connect with the legal community by attending an array of OCBA social events and community outreach activities. Members are encouraged to participate in one of the Specialty Sections that focus on professional growth and are a great resource to explore various areas of law. Please contact OCBA for more information.

Federal Bar Association - Free Membership for Students: This includes up to three years of associate membership while enrolled in law school as well as free first year membership as a professional member upon graduation. Learn more about this program here and apply today!

 

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                      Outside scholarships are listed on the Tuition & Aid page.

This Week

Tuesday, September 5

12:00pm to 1:00pm
MPAA 420

4:00pm to 5:30pm
EDU 1111

Wednesday, September 6

12:00pm to 1:00pm
Moot Court Board Information Session
EDU 1111
12:00pm to 1:00pm 
EDU 1121
12:00pm to 1:00pm
Law Courtyard
2:00pm to 3:00pm
Virtual
5:30pm to 7:00pm
Virtual

Thursday, September 7

8:00am to 9:00am
Virtual
12:00pm to 1:00pm
Virtual
5:00pm to 8:30pm
Angels Stadium and Golden Road Brewing Anaheim

Friday, September 8

8:00am to 5:00pm
Naval Base, 3395 Sturtevant Street, San Diego, CA 92136
9:30am to 10:30am
Virtual

Saturday, September 9

11:00am to 8:30pm
Multiple locations near/at UCI
Next Week

Monday, September 11

12:00pm to 1:00pm 
EDU 1121
5:00pm to 6:00pm
Virtual

Tuesday, September 12 

12:00pm to 1:00pm
Virtual
1:00pm to 4:00pm
Lindsay Wellness Center, Tulare County, CA
2:00pm to 3:00pm 
Virtual
2:00pm to 3:30pm
Virtual
5:30pm to 7:00pm
UCI Law

Wednesday, September 13

12:00pm to 1:00pm
Law Courtyard

Thursday, September 14 

12:00pm to 1:00pm
Law Courtyard
12:00pm to 1:00pm 
LAW 3600