Events Calendar

Labor Day holiday. University closed.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/03/13827/

Tuition must be paid no later than 5 p.m., or schedules will be deleted.

Last day of add/drop through the ROSE (online) registration system. After today, schedule changes must be made through the Student Affairs office.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/04/13828/

Second- and third-year students and alumni up to one year after graduation are eligible to participate in Fall On-Campus Interviews per employer requests. Students may apply at any time during the online application period for Fall OCI: Session II, which takes place September 4-14, 2012.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/04/12036/

The Student Bar Association will be hosting a fair for other student organizations to show the incoming 1Ls and other students the many organizations that they can join at UT Law. This is an annual event for the law school.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/04/14756/

Are you interested in possibly pursuing a career in public service? Come learn about both short-term and long-term strategies for obtaining government and public interest jobs during the summer and/or after graduation. Panelists include Robert Kepple, Executive Director, Texas District & County Attorneys Association; Susannah Volpe, Staff Attorney, Catholic Charities of Central Texas, Immigration Legal Services; and Joanne Heisey, 3L, The University of Texas School of Law. Moderated by Nicole Simmons, Public Interest Career Counselor, and Denyse Demel, Government Career Counselor, of the CSO. RSVP by Friday, August 31, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab. If you are a 1L or LL.M., please RSVP to Victor Garcia at vgarcia@law.utexas.edu with the subject line “RSVP to Intro to PS Law.”

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/04/14474/

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. If in doubt, verify with the web-based events calendar.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. The UT Diplomat in Residence, Julie Connor, will provide information on opportunities in the Foreign Service and U.S. State Department. The application process will also be discussed.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/04/14913/

The Human Rights Law Society (HRLS) of the University of Texas School of Law is hosting its opening meeting of the year. Students will learn about HRLS, meet current HRLS members, and learn about what HRLS has done in the past. There will also be information about ways that students (even 1Ls) can get involved in HRLS events and volunteer if they desire.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/05/14925/

The Federalist Society will host a panel of speakers who will discuss and review the 2011-2012 Supreme Court term.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/06/14897/

On Thursday, Sept. 6, 11:30 am – 1 pm, you are invited to attend the SCOTUS review of prominent decisions of last term. Joey Fishkin, Bill Sage and Larry Sager will address aspects of the Obamacare decision and Mike Churgin and Barbara Hines will discuss the Arizona immigration law case. The talk will take place in the Francis Auditorium. Pizza will be served.

For faculty, students, and staff.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/06/14845/

NEW DATE. The Presidential Management Fellowship Program is the premier federal fellowship program for graduate students who will be finishing their degrees by August 2013. The purpose of the Presidential Management Fellowship Program is to attract to the federal service outstanding men and women from a variety of academic disciplines and career paths who have a clear interest in, and commitment to, excellence in the leadership and management of public policies and programs.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/06/14887/

If you wish to run in the SBA Fall Elections, please attend the Candidate Information Session!

Attendance is mandatory for candidates; if you have an interview or are ill, you may email texas.sba@gmail.com before the meeting to notify us that you will be running.

Place TBA.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/06/14946/

Come to the first meeting of the year for the Environmental Law Society! We'll introduce the officers, talk about the exciting events we've got planned for the year, and select 1L student representatives. Please bring $15 dollars for dues.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/06/14964/

This is an organizational meeting for students who are interested in participating in the 20th annual Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. The goal of the Vis Arbitration Moot is to foster the study of international commercial law and arbitration for resolution of international business disputes through its application to a concrete problem of a client and to train law leaders of tomorrow in methods of alternative dispute resolution.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/06/14591/

First annual water law meeting hosted by Jane Cohen featuring state-wide teachers and experts in Texas water law.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/07/14873/

We will offer a panel of speakers from throughout the sports and entertainment industry to speak about various topics, from coaching affairs to doping in sports.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/07/14780/

Student orientation/instruction on administrative services available for their 2014-2013 journal management.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/07/14872/

2012 Fall Litigation Institute; a trial skills workshop open to all 2L and 3L students

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/07/14874/

UT Football vs. New Mexico at Austin.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/08/14885/

Learn how to develop a resume and cover letter for the U.S. legal market. Refreshments will be served. RSVP to Victor Garcia at vgarcia@law.utexas.edu with the subject line “RSVP to LLM Resume Workshop.”

Program will be from 1:15-2:05 p.m.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/10/14927/

Mark Levy, '01, will discuss fall and summer internship opportunities available, which may qualify for academic credit. Refreshments will be served. RSVP by Friday, September 7, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab. If you are a 1L, RSVP to Victor Garcia at vgarcia@law.utexas.edu with the subject line “RSVP to Antitrust Info Session.”

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/10/14979/

Come to our first meeting to learn more about the organization. Free pizza!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/10/14962/

The first skills session of the year will discuss all of those things you've heard about how to do well in law school. Learn which ones are myths, and which can actually help! Pizza will be served on a first come, first served basis.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/11/14782/

Learn how to conduct a U.S. and international job search. We’ll also be discussing the International Student Interview Program at New York University and the West Coast International LL.M. Job Fairs. Lunch will be served. RSVP to Victor Garcia at vgarcia@law.utexas.edu with the subject line “RSVP to LLM Job Search Workshop.”

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/11/14928/

This meeting is for 1Ls who are interested in joining Texas Law Fellowships as 1L representatives. TLF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that raises money and funds fellowships for students who spend their summers doing unpaid public interest work. TLF is a fun way to help others and get involved.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/11/14948/

ICE Public Advocate Andrew Lorenzen-Strait hosts a community roundtable includes discussion on prosecutorial discretion, detention reform, enforcement priorities, deferred action for childhood arrivals (USCIS will participate), and the work of the Public Advocate’s Office. Ample time will also be devoted to Q/A.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/11/14909/

For the SBA Fall Elections, Candidate Petitions are due Tuesday, September 11 at 5:00 p.m. in the box outside the SBA Office TNH 2.128. Petitions are available at http://www.utexas.edu/law/orgs/sba/SBA/constitution.htm under "Candidate Petition and Questionnaire."

Thursday, September 6 at 3:30 p.m. - Candidate Information Session Tuesday, September 11 at 5:00 p.m. at the SBA Office - Candidate Petitions Due Tuesday, September 18 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the Atrium - SBA Fall Election Day Thursday, September 20 at 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the Atrium - SBA Fall Election Day, Runoffs (if needed)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/11/14943/

The UT Law Career Services Office, William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law, and Rapoport Center for Human Rights and Justice invite you to attend the Seventh Annual Public Service Fall Party. We hope you will come out and share your summer experiences with faculty, staff and other UT Law students. Fajitas will be served. RSVP by noon on Tuesday, September 11, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab. If you are a 1L or LL.M., RSVP to Victor Garcia at vgarcia@law.utexas.edu with the subject line “RSVP to PS Fall Party.”

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/11/14422/

The Domestic Violence Survivor Support Network is holding our first membership meeting on Wednesday September 12 from 1130 to 12 in 3.142.

We'll discuss our mission, take volunteers for 1L section representatives, our upcoming fundraising events, and more. We'll also enjoy goodies from Tiff's Treats, so come by and introduce yourself.

We look forward to seeing you!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/12/14972/

Interested in having lunch with other progressive-minded law students? What about becoming better informed on clinics at UT? If so, then join us in listening to Professor Robert Owen speak about our school's Capital Punishment Clinic.

When: Wednesday, September 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm Where: TNH 3.142 Why: It's never too soon to become better acquainted with those members of the UT Law community who support a progressive vision of law policy. In addition, Professor Owen is certain to provide an outstanding introduction to the Capital Punishment Clinic as well as the clinic programs generally here at UT.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/12/15027/

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. If in doubt, verify with the web-based events calendar.

The mission of the White House Internship Program is to make the “People’s House” accessible to future leaders from around the nation, and to cultivate and prepare those devoted to public service for future leadership opportunities. All UT Law students are invited to attend this videoconference to learn more about the internships.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/12/14942/

We're bringing together progressive attorneys, law students, and legal workers in the Austin area to socialize, organize, and get connected over drinks. Will you be there?

When: Wednesday, September 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm Where: Scholz Garten, 1607 San Jacinto Boulevard Austin, TX 78701 Why: We're kicking off the fall by gathering the progressive legal community together and welcoming incoming law students at UT. In addition to meeting fellow lawyers, students, and legal workers, you'll have the opportunity to sign up for ACS's attorney-student mentor program. Please join us!

If you can't make the happy hour, but want to participate in the mentorship program as a mentor, please email Kali Cohn at kali.cohn@utexas.edu.

See you on September 12! Cheers!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/12/14951/

General discussion of IP law with an attorney from Baker Botts. The meeting will last from 6-7pm.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/12/14965/

The Career Services Office invites UT Law students and faculty to visit with both Dean Farnsworth and employers who will be participating in Public Service Table Talk. Breakfast will be held from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the Sheffield Room. Public Service Table Talk will be held in the Susman Godfrey Atrium from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and is open to all UT Law students.

Please join us in welcoming public service organizations to our campus and sharing information on new developments within the UT Law public service community. We also hope to exchange ideas on creating more opportunities for students to serve the public.

Students should RSVP by Tuesday, September 11, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab. Faculty and visiting employers should RSVP by Tuesday, September 11, 2012 to James Cardenas at jcardenas@law.utexas.edu.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/13/14421/

Join leading business lawyers and academics at LLCs, LPs and Partnerships. The program provides great forms, model agreements, coverage of best practices for key clauses and provisions, and analyzes issues faced by practitioners.

View program and register online at www.utcle.org/conferences/PA12

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/13/14506/

Essential Employment Law is a one-day HR program led by employment law experts Connie Cornell and Michael W. Fox, and is designed to provide overviews and updates on issues related to Texas employment law. Content is extensive and exhaustive with topics ranging from employment-at-will to discrimination issues, wage and hour violations, retaliation, FMLA and more.

This practical course provides detailed written materials, forms, sample employment contracts and handbook recommendations, and is ideal for HR professionals and beginning employment lawyers.

View program and register online at www.utcle.org/conferences/EE12

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/13/14510/

Join nationally-recognized construction lawyers and liability and insurance experts for the 2011 Construction Law conference.

View program and register online at www.utcle.org/conferences/CL12

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/13/14521/

Representatives from dozens of public interest organizations as well as federal and state government agencies will be on hand to answer questions about what they do and how you can assist them. Find out about volunteer opportunities, summer internships and paid positions with a variety of nonprofits, legal services providers and government agencies. All UT Law students are encouraged to attend.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/13/14420/

Note: This event’s full details are restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff members only.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/13/14767/

This event will occur either Tuesday or Thursday of the Fall 2012 semester, starting next Thursday 09/13 at 1:30 until 2:30 in room TNH 5.257. Lunch boxes and water, cups and ice. follow

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/13/14961/

Recruiters from the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency will be at the LBJ School on September 13 and 14. On Thursday, September 13, they will conduct an information session on opportunities at the Agency and will discuss the application process. On Friday, September 14, they will schedule advising sessions with individual students. They are recruiting for both full-time jobs and internships.

If you are interested in an advising session with the CIA, please submit your resume, along with a short statement of interest to let recruiters know what areas you are interested in with the CIA, to Denyse Demel at ddemel@law.utexas.edu no later than Thursday, September 6, by 5:00 p.m. For more information, visit the CIA Career website.

RECRUITING AREAS

Analytical: Analysts Work in 13 Areas of Expertise – Jobs and Internships: At the CIA, we provide finished intelligence to policymakers for decisions of national importance. Our analysts are skilled subject-matter experts who study and evaluate information from many sources. From this information, they develop useable and meaningful intelligence assessments for the highest levels of government. CIA analysts monitor and assess foreign political developments, leadership, economic issues, military threats and science and technology.

Information Management: Jobs and Internships: IMTO's (Information Management Technical Officers) implement federal guidelines, records and knowledge management solutions including taxonomies, metadata management, electronic recordkeeping, and Archives and preservation. The incumbent will be assigned to an Office responsible for a wide variety of tasks including: requirements development and analysis; records management support; file plan development and implementation; automated categorization; and leveraging legacy data.

IRRA's (Information Review and Release Analysts) are responsible for executing the Agency's legal information disclosure obligations under the Freedom of Information Act, the Privacy Act, and related laws and Executive Orders while simultaneously protecting national security. These officers review documents to protect CIA while releasing information no longer requiring protection; document review and release decisions to build a corporate body of declassification knowledge; facilitate the sharing of information with the Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches of the U.S. Government, Intelligence partners, the media, and the general public.

Clandestine Service: Six Specialty Areas – Jobs Only: The CIA's Clandestine Service is the front-line source of clandestine information on critical international developments, from terrorism and weapons of mass destruction to military and political issues. The mission often requires clandestine service officers to live and work overseas, making a true commitment to the Agency. This is more than just a job – it's a way of life that challenges the deepest resources of personal intelligence, self-reliance and responsibility. National Clandestine Service Officers are individuals with varied backgrounds and life experiences, professional

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/13/14932/

Through this project, students will have the opportunity to help guide pro se divorce petitioners through the divorce process. Students will assist pro se petitioners with drafting a petition for divorce and may also assist with filing an answer. Students may also assist with prepping petitioners to prove up their divorce in court. Students will help answer petitioners' questions about their divorce and also follow up with clients to ensure that they have prepared all the relevant documents.

For more information: http://www.utexas.edu/law/centers/publicinterest/probono/opportunities/attorneyprojects.html#VLS

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/13/14922/

The Environmental Law Society is hosting its first happy hour of the year on Thursday, September 13th at 6:00pm at Crown & Anchor, 2911 San Jacinto Boulevard. Come and meet other students interested in environmental law.

The Environmental Law Society is a social and professional student organization at the Law School that coordinates and brings together environmentally-minded students for educational, volunteer, career-oriented and social events. ELS provides students with networking events, an environmental job database, and its members' various experiences in order to assist fellow members in pursuing environmental career opportunities both during and after Law School. ELS also sponsors hiking and camping trips, happy hours, and speakers in an effort to provide a better Law School experience for its members.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/13/14980/

12th class day. Last day to add a course or drop a course for a refund. All courses dropped after this date will require approval.

Payment for added classes (add bill) due by 5 p.m.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/14/13829/

Note: This event’s full details are restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff members only.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/14/14598/

Join leading business lawyers and academics at LLCs, LPs and Partnerships. The program provides great forms, model agreements, coverage of best practices for key clauses and provisions, and analyzes issues faced by practitioners.

View program and register online at www.utcle.org/conferences/PA12

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/14/14519/

Join nationally-recognized construction lawyers and liability and insurance experts for the 2011 Construction Law conference.

View program and register online at www.utcle.org/conferences/CL12

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/14/14524/

Second- and third-year students and alumni up to one year after graduation are eligible to participate in Fall On-Campus Interviews per employer requests. Online application period for Session II ends today at noon (Central).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/14/12037/

2012 Fall Litigation Institute; a trial skills workshop open to all 2L and 3L students

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/14/14880/

Note: This event’s full details are restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff members only.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/15/14599/

Texas Football vs Ole Miss at Oxford, MS

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/09/15/14886/