Events Calendar

Now viewing: October 2–15, 2011

Sunday, October 2

12:00pm3:00pm

Monday, October 3

11:30am12:30pm
Career Exploration: Consulting as a Nonpracticing Career

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

(#CEWnp) Not sure you want to practice law? Learn how you can utilize your JD in various consultation careers. Lunch will be served afterwards. Co-sponsored by Beyond Any Bar. Please RSVP by Friday, September 30, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the 'Events' tab.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/03/12661/
Deadline: 12:00pm
Soros Fellowships - CSO Review Deadline

Application packets should be received by the CSO, in electronic form to Nicole Simmons at nsimmons@law.utexas.edu, by noon on Monday, October 3, 2011. Comments will be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 7, 2011.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/03/12237/
3:30pm5:30pm
3:30pm4:30pm
Career Exploration: Transactional Law

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

(#CEWtrans) Learn about careers in transactional law in both the private and public sectors. Panelists will discuss the various career options in transactional law, the market for transactional lawyers, the skills and training that are important, and how to enter the field. Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by Friday, September 30, on UT Law Symplicity

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/03/12662/
Deadline: 5:00pm
Skadden Fellowships - Final Deadline

Fellowship application and supporting documents are due by mail on Monday, October 3, 2011, to the Skadden Fellowship office.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/03/12234/
6:00pm8:00pm

Tuesday, October 4

11:30am12:30pm
Drawing Board Luncheon - Professor Weinberg (UT School of Law)
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/04/12376/
11:30am12:15pm
11:30am12:30pm
Career Exploration: Litigation

TNH 2.138 (Blanton Classroom)

(#CEWlit) Learn about careers in litigation, what litigators find rewarding about their jobs, and the skills and experiences that are important for litigators. Lunch will be served afterwards. Please RSVP by Monday, October 3, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the 'Events' tab.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/04/12665/
11:30am12:30pm
Tuesday Power Lunch Series

TNH 3.129 (Atlas Seminar Room)

The Power Lunch Series is designed to teach women law students in journal and student organization leadership positions the meaning of organizational power, and provide them with an understanding of how to gain and utilize that power in an effective and positive manner to achieve career success.

The PLS lessons are from the 2011 Women’s Power Summit on Law & Leadership. Hear video replays of two of the most thought-provoking panel

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/04/12669/
12:30pm1:30pm
An Open Conversation on Parenting and Careers in the Law

TNH 3.140 (Jeffers Courtroom)

How will you balance children and a successful legal career? Let's talk about it. Join Law Students for Reproductive Justice, the Center for Women in Law, Women's Law Caucus and the Texas Journal of Women and the Law for an open conversation on parenting and careers in the law.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/04/12692/
4:00pm5:00pm
6:00pm7:00pm
IPLS Meeting

TNH 3.142 (Walker Classroom)

Wednesday, October 5

11:30am12:30pm
Career Exploration: Real Estate Law

TNH 3.142 (Walker Classroom)

(#CEWre)Come learn more about real estate law from practitioners in the commercial, financial, and residential sectors. Please RSVP by Tuesday, October 4, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the 'Events' tab.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/05/12666/

Thursday, October 6

11:30am1:00pm
Faculty Colloquium - Gerald Frug (Harvard Law School)
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/06/11958/
11:30am12:30pm
How to Prepare for Judicial Clerkships

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

(#CEWjud)This program is highly recommended for 2Ls and 3Ls who are considering applying for judicial clerkships. Learn why clerking is a valuable experience and how to prepare now to become a great applicant. Get tips on selecting courts and judges, asking for letters of recommendation, and putting together a good application. RSVP by Wednesday, October 5, on

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/06/12384/
11:30am12:30pm
12:30pm1:30pm
Career Exploration: Labor and Employment Law

TNH 3.142 (Walker Classroom)

(#CEWlabor)Come learn about building an employment law practice from attorneys who represent employees, employers and government agencies. Lunch will be provided and is sponsored by the ABA Section of Labor and Employment Law. Please RSVP by Wednesday, October 5, on UT Law Symplicity by select

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/06/12667/
12:30pm1:30pm
3:30pm5:30pm
Culpable Aggression

JON 5.257 (Seminar Room)

Friday, October 7

12:00pm1:30pm
2011 Fall Litigation Institute

TNH 3.142 (Walker Classroom)

Monday, October 10

All day
Fall On-Campus Interviews

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

The majority of on-campus interviews (Session II) are held in the Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122). You should come by the Career Services Interview Suite prior to your interview to find out the exact location. Schedules will also be posted in the hallway in front of the Interview Suite by 6 p.m. the night before. The CSO offers 14 timed lockers, located next to TNH 3.129, that students may use while they are participating in OCI.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/10/12021/
11:30am12:15pm
1L Skills Session: Outlining

TNH 2.138 (Blanton Classroom)

To outline or not to outline? Is that the question? Learn what an outline is and how it can help you. See examples of different forms of outlines. Yes, you have to do it yourself. Getting an outline from your roommate’s brother’s friend’s website won’t help you on the exam. Yes, you should already be thinking about exams.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/10/12499/
5:00pm8:00pm
Meet with Education Pioneers

SRH 3.104

NEW TIME and LOCATION. Elena Espinoza with Education Pioneers will be holding office hours on Monday, October 10, starting at 2:30 p.m. in the LBJ Office of Student and Alumni Programs, which is located on the first floor in Sid Richardson Hall (SRH 3.104).

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/10/12431/

Tuesday, October 11

All day
Fall On-Campus Interviews

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

The majority of on-campus interviews (Session II) are held in the Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122). You should come by the Career Services Interview Suite prior to your interview to find out the exact location. Schedules will also be posted in the hallway in front of the Interview Suite by 6 p.m. the night before. The CSO offers 14 timed lockers, located next to TNH 3.129, that students may use while they are participating in OCI.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/11/12022/
11:30am12:30pm
Postgraduate Public Interest Fellowships for 2Ls: What You Should be Doing Now

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

Are you a 2L thinking of applying for a postgraduate public interest fellowship? Are you a 3L thinking about applying for one after your judicial clerkship? This panel presentation will address how you should be preparing now to position yourself as a viable candidate for these highly competitive fellowships. Lunch will be served afterwards. RSVP by Monday, October 10, on UT Law Symplic

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/11/12389/
11:30am12:30pm
Tuesday Power Lunch Series

TNH 3.129 (Atlas Seminar Room)

The Power Lunch Series is designed to teach women law students in journal and student organization leadership positions the meaning of organizational power, and provide them with an understanding of how to gain and utilize that power in an effective and positive manner to achieve career success.

The PLS lessons are from the 2011 Women’s Power Summit on Law & Leadership. Hear video replays of two of the most thought-provoking panel

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/11/12683/
5:30pm7:00pm
Careers in Health Law panel

TNH 3.125 (Denius Classroom)

Students interested in health law are invited to share pizza and information about possible careers in the field. Hosted by Dr. Bill Sage, UT Law professor and Vice Provost for Health Affairs, with attorneys David Hilgers (Brown McCarroll) and Jerry Bell (Fulbright & Jaworski).

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/11/12602/

Wednesday, October 12

All day
Fall On-Campus Interviews

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

The majority of on-campus interviews (Session II) are held in the Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122). You should come by the Career Services Interview Suite prior to your interview to find out the exact location. Schedules will also be posted in the hallway in front of the Interview Suite by 6 p.m. the night before. The CSO offers 14 timed lockers, located next to TNH 3.129, that students may use while they are participating in OCI.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/12/12023/
Deadline: 12:00pm
Soros Fellowships - Final Deadline

Fellowship application and supporting documents must be submitted online by Wednesday, October 12, 2011.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/12/12236/
2:00pm3:00pm
3:30pm4:30pm
Education Pioneers Fellowship Informational Session

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

Education Pioneers is one of a very select few national organizations developing and infusing top leadership talent broadly into the education sector outside of the classroom. With a mission to identify, train, connect, and inspire a new generation of leaders dedicated to transforming America’s education system to ensure that all students receive a quality education. Education Pioneers has been building a nationwide network of high-potential

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/12/12390/
5:00pm8:00pm
IPLS Networking Event

CCJ 2.300 (Jamail Pavilion)

On Wednesday, October 12, the IPLS will host the annual mixer with the Austin IP Law Association (AIPLA). Come join us and take this opportunity to meet several local attorneys in the IP practice.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/12/12708/

Thursday, October 13

All day
Fall On-Campus Interviews

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

The majority of on-campus interviews (Session II) are held in the Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122). You should come by the Career Services Interview Suite prior to your interview to find out the exact location. Schedules will also be posted in the hallway in front of the Interview Suite by 6 p.m. the night before. The CSO offers 14 timed lockers, located next to TNH 3.129, that students may use while they are participating in OCI.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/13/12024/
11:30am12:30pm
Dean's Forum Luncheon: Jim Cicconi

TNH 2.111 (Sheffield-Massey Room)
11:30am1:00pm
Faculty Colloquium - Mira Ganor (UT School of Law)
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/13/12557/
12:30pm1:30pm
2:00pm3:30pm
Energy Law Career Panel & Reception

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

(#CEWenergy)The Texas Journal of Oil, Gas, & Energy Law, in conjunction with the Texas Oil & Gas Law Society and the Career Services Office, will be hosting its annual Energy Law Career Panel. Please RSVP by Wednesday, October 12, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the 'Events' tab.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/13/12668/
3:30pm5:30pm
Evolutionary Theory

JON 5.257 (Seminar Room)
5:30pm8:30am
American Constitution Society Fall Happy Hour

Scholz Garten, 1607 San Jacinto, Austin, TX 78701

Join us for drinks and food at the American Constitution Society's Fall Happy Hour at Scholz Garten on Thursday, Oct. 13th at 5:30 PM. The American Constitution Society of Law & Policy is one of America's leading progressive legal organizations.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/13/12696/

Friday, October 14

CANCELED
TELJ Symposium

CCJ 2.300 (Jamail Pavilion)
All day
Fall On-Campus Interviews

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

The majority of on-campus interviews (Session II) are held in the Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122). You should come by the Career Services Interview Suite prior to your interview to find out the exact location. Schedules will also be posted in the hallway in front of the Interview Suite by 6 p.m. the night before. The CSO offers 14 timed lockers, located next to TNH 3.129, that students may use while they are participating in OCI.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/14/12025/
11:30am12:30pm
Careers in Energy Tax Law

TNH 3.124 (Neathery Classroom)
Deadline: 12:00pm
Polikoff-Gautreaux Fellowship Application Deadline

Business and Professional People for the Public Interest (BPI) offers the Polikoff-Gautreaux Fellowship, an exceptional fellowship opportunity for a recent law or public policy graduate. Fellows receive an attractive salary and benefits (including school loan repayment assistance, based on need). Applications for the 2012 Fellowship are due Friday, October 14, 2011.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/14/12635/
1:00pm2:00pm
RA & Research Training

Computer Learning Center, Library

Are you working as an RA for a law school professor or just want to brush up on your research skills? To help you hit the ground running, the Tarlton Law Library is offering special research training for law students who are or may be RAs. All students are welcome. The class is on Friday, October 14 at 1 p.m. in Tarlton’s Computer Learning Center on the library’s third floor.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/10/14/12682/