Events Calendar

On Monday, September 14, the Texas Law Alumni Association is pleased to announce that it will kick off its Fall 2015 Townes Hall Morning Coffee for all students every Monday morning. Please bring your favorite travel mug from home (we are “going green,” so no paper products will be provided) and enjoy FREE coffee every Monday morning to start off your week on behalf of the Alumni Association. Coffee will be located at one, large station located near the 1L Classrooms (by TNH 2.140, TNH 2.139, etc.) beginning at 8:45 am.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/28/21011/

Stop by the Clinical Education Info Table in the Atrium to find out more about clinics and internships at Texas Law.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/28/21003/

Public Notaries will be available in the Tom Clark Lounge to notarize Texas Declaration of Intention to Study Law Forms on September 28.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/28/21087/

Come out to the first of three CSO Career Success Sessions for 1Ls. In this first session, learn about CSO resources and tools including Canvas, SAGE, Symplicity, the CSO Handbook, and more. We will also discuss what the Class of 2017 did with their 1L summer. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by Friday, September 25, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/28/21031/

Come out to the first of three CSO Career Success Sessions for 1Ls. In this first session, learn about CSO resources and tools including Canvas, SAGE, Symplicity, the CSO Handbook, and more. We will also discuss what the Class of 2017 did with their 1L summer. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by Friday, September 25, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/28/21032/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/28/21093/

Please come out to the Environmental Law Society's first general body meeting! The meeting will be quick and informative. We'll have snacks for everyone, so please come learn more about ELS!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/28/21302/

Colloquium on Inequality & Human Rights: “A New Greek Tragedy?: Inequality, Human Rights and Democracy”

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/28/20669/

Got a career related question? Drop-in counseling will be available in the Atrium every week this month. Stop on by! Beginning October 15, 2015, 1Ls will be able to meet with counselors.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/29/20872/

Clinical faculty, staff and students will be on hand to discuss UT Law's clinical program. Lunch provided!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/29/21004/

Associate from major law firms in Austin, Dallas and Houston will come to talk to UT Law students about their practice and their work as associates. It is a great networking as well as informative event that TBLS organizes twice a year now.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/29/20420/

The Community Fellow for Sutton Society - Chief Justice Wallace Jefferson - will visit the first-year students in Sutton Society for lunch and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/29/20655/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/29/21119/

Please join the Environmental Law Society for a panel on Environmental Justice, with a focus on Texas. This panel features two guest speakers who will share their experiences working on environmental justice issues in Texas, as well as the benefits of practicing public interest law.

Panelists

Erin Gaines (J.D. ’13) is a Texas Law alum and a Fellow at Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid.

Bryan Parras, Founder of the Texas Environmental Justice Advocacy Series (t.e.j.a.s) based in Houston.

Lunch will be provided.

RSVP at https://law-utexas-csm.symplicity.com/students/ by selecting the “Events” tab.

For more information or event inquiries, please email us at: els.texas.law@gmail.com

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/29/21132/

Clinical faculty, staff and students will be on hand to informally discuss clinics and internships. Come meet students and check out our work spaces!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/30/21005/

Weekly luncheon for Texas Law faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/30/20896/

KBH Energy Center Lunch with the Executive Board of TJOGEL

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/30/21235/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/30/21195/

Section 1.2 is invited to meet the Dean and enjoy some Amy's Ice Cream!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/09/30/21262/

Annual open house for citizens of Texas and prospective JD law applicants.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/01/20534/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/01/21188/

Professor Josh Blackman of South Texas College of Law and Mr. Cody Wilson, founder of Defense Distributed and former UT Law student, discuss the fascinating legal issues relating to the enterprise of printing 3D guns and gun parts. Cody Wilson is regularly in litigation and often draws the ire of federal gun regulators. Prof. Blackman has represented him in court, and is himself an expert on the constitutionality of Defense Distributed's activities.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/01/21313/

Learn strategies to manage your educational debt, including the Texas Law and federal loan repayment and forgiveness programs for lawyers pursuing jobs in the government and public interest sectors. Presented by Mary Crouter, Assistant Director of the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law, and Nicole Simmons, Director of Public Service Programs with the Career Services Office. Refreshments will be served.

RSVP by Wednesday, September 30, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/01/20702/

Popcorn Break (sponsored by the Alumni Association and Student Affairs Office) On Thursday, September 10, the Texas Law Alumni Association and Student Affairs Office are pleased to announce that it will kick off its Fall 2015 Popcorn Break every Thursday afternoon from 2:00 – 2:45 pm. The popcorn will be located in the Tom Clark Lounge. We look forward to seeing you there!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/01/21244/

Section 2.3 is invited to meet the Dean and enjoy some Amy's Ice Cream!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/01/21265/

Section 4.2 is invited to meet the Dean and enjoy some Amy's Ice Cream!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/01/21263/

Sheffield Society Boat Cruise

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/01/21133/

The Texas Journal of Oil, Gas and Energy Law (TJOGEL) is hosting its inaugural Fall Luncheon. Journal members, society members, alumni, sponsors, and friends of the Journal are invited. Please join us for an opportunity to network with students and professionals in the energy industry!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/02/21112/

Learn how to conduct a U.S. and international job search and draft your resume. We’ll also be discussing the International Student Interview Program at New York University and the West Coast International LL.M. job fairs. If you are interested in participating in either of these job fairs you will need to register early and should make every effort to attend this program. Lunch will be served

RSVP by Thursday, October 1, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/02/20779/

SAVE THE DATE! The University of Texas School of Law Student-Alumni Diversity Weekend October 2 – 3, 2015 Featuring Saturday night dinner keynote speaker, Dr. Greg Vincent, UT-Austin Vice President for Diversity and Community Engagement

More details coming soon! Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Angela Krause, Director of Alumni Relations at akrause@law.utexas.edu or 512.471.7188. ________________________________________ Hotel Accommodations Limited Availability

Doubletree Suites by Hilton Austin 303 West 15th Street 800.222.8733 – mention group code UT9 Reserve by September 4 to secure rate of $249/night

Hyatt Place Austin Arboretum 3612 Tudor Boulevard 877.242.3654 – mention group UT Law – Diversity Weekend Reserve by September 11 to secure rate of $139/night

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/02/20324/

SAVE THE DATE! The University of Texas School of Law Student-Alumni Diversity Weekend October 2 – 3, 2015 Featuring Saturday night dinner keynote speaker, Dr. Greg Vincent, UT-Austin Vice President for Diversity and Community Engagement

More details coming soon! Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Angela Krause, Director of Alumni Relations at akrause@law.utexas.edu or 512.471.7188.

Hotel Accommodations Limited Availability

Doubletree Suites by Hilton Austin 303 West 15th Street 800.222.8733 – mention group code UT9 Reserve by September 4 to secure rate of $249/night

Hyatt Place Austin Arboretum 3612 Tudor Boulevard 877.242.3654 – mention group UT Law – Diversity Weekend Reserve by September 11 to secure rate of $139/night

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/03/21002/

On Monday, September 14, the Texas Law Alumni Association is pleased to announce that it will kick off its Fall 2015 Townes Hall Morning Coffee for all students every Monday morning. Please bring your favorite travel mug from home (we are “going green,” so no paper products will be provided) and enjoy FREE coffee every Monday morning to start off your week on behalf of the Alumni Association. Coffee will be located at one, large station located near the 1L Classrooms (by TNH 2.140, TNH 2.139, etc.) beginning at 8:45 am.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/05/21012/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/05/21125/

Have questions about classes for Spring? Need some advice on how to rank them? Stop by the drop in academic advising table in the Atrium. Staff from Student Affairs, including Director of Academic Advising Brandi Welch, will be available to answer questions.

You are also welcome to drop by the SAO in 2.117 for walk in appointments!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/05/21329/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/05/21352/

Review of Capital Punishment Cases in the U.S. Supreme Court, 2014 and 2015 Terms.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/05/21180/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/06/21342/

A panel of current and former clerks will share about their experience applying for and working in judicial clerkships. The Texas Law Judicial Clerkship Program team will also provide information on our program and how to begin applying for clerkships. The program is geared towards those looking for 2017-term clerkships, mostly 2Ls, but 3Ls are welcome as well. Lunch will be provided so RSVP on Symplicity by Friday, October 2.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/06/20571/

The Center for Women in Law, through the October Power Lunch Series, seeks to provide students with possible role models and mentors by exposing them to prominent women lawyers and other public figures from a wide range of career paths. Attending students will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss their own career goals in an informal and interactive environment.

Series Line-up:

Tuesday, October 6, 2015: Jane Webre, Partner, Scott, Douglass & McConnico LLP

Tuesday, October 13, 2015: Judge Micaela Alvarez, United States District Judge, Southern District of Texas

Wednesday, October 21, 2015: Sandra Phillips, General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer, Toyota Motor North America

Tuesday, October 27, 2015: Kristi Swartz, Managing Partner (Hong Kong Office), Bryan Cave

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/06/20611/

The Community Fellow for Cadena Society - Judge Robert Pitman - will visit the first-year students in Cadena Society for lunch and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/06/20657/

The Thurgood Marshall Legal Society will be hosting bi-weekly lunch panels with large and mid-size firms. Food will be provided.

These events are open to all UT law students and staff.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/06/20707/

Outlining is the process of gathering your knowledge about an area of the law into one usable document/chart/flow chart. Often, the value of outlining is in its creation. Outlines can take many different formats; the format a student should choose will depend on the course and the learning style of the student. This session will explore different types of outlining and will help 1Ls get started.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/06/20771/

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

Section 3.3 is invited to enjoy lunch with the Dean!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/06/21266/

Have questions about classes for Spring? Need some advice on how to rank them? Stop by the drop in academic advising table in the Atrium. Staff from Student Affairs, including Director of Academic Advising Brandi Welch, will be available to answer questions.

You are also welcome to drop by the SAO in 2.117 for walk in appointments!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/06/21330/

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

Section 3.4 is invited to meet the Dean and enjoy some Amy's Ice Cream!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/06/21268/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/07/21343/

Weekly luncheon for Texas Law faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/07/20897/

Ambassador Alberto Pedro D’Alotto, Permanent Representative of Argentina to the United Nations Office at Geneva, will speak at the School of Law. His speech is entitled “United Nations and Human Rights in the XXI Century: Progress and Challenges." RSVP is required.

Lunch will be served after the event.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/07/21102/

Attorneys from Andrews Kurth will discuss their practice with TJOGEL students over lunch.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/07/21361/

Have questions about classes for Spring? Need some advice on how to rank them? Stop by the drop in academic advising table in the Atrium. Staff from Student Affairs, including Director of Academic Advising Brandi Welch, will be available to answer questions.

You are also welcome to drop by the SAO in 2.117 for walk in appointments!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/07/21339/

KBH Energy Center Tabling

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/07/21359/

The Student Animal Legal Defense Fund's first general body meeting! It'll be quick and informative, so please stop by to learn more about us! We'll have ice cream for everyone.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/07/21301/

University Health Services will provide seasonal flu shots to students, faculty, and staff.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/20850/

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

Monthly meeting of the clinical faculty

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/20832/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/20857/

Join Texas Law Women's Christian Fellowship as we go through the book Interrupted: When Jesus Wrecks Your Comfortable Christianity. Author and Austinite Jen Hatmaker encourages readers to get uncomfortable with their faith and to engage in a life of service to the least among us.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/21181/

This program is for all class years: 1L trying to figure out what postgraduate public interest fellowships are, 2Ls navigating the summer employer and potential host organization search and 3Ls committed to applying for fellowships post judicial clerkships. A panel of current and former fellows will address how you should be preparing now to position yourself as a viable candidate for these highly competitive fellowships.

Panelists include Ian Spechler ‘07, Staff Attorney with Disability Rights Texas and former Skadden Foundation fellow; Erin Gaines ’12, current Equal Justice Works fellow, with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid; and Leah Glowacki, 3L and current postgraduate fellowship applicant.

Moderated by Mary Crouter, Assistant Director of the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law. Co-sponsored by the Career Services Office and the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law.

RSVP by Wednesday, October 7, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/20703/

Outlining is the process of gathering your knowledge about an area of the law into one usable document/chart/flow chart. Often, the value of outlining is in its creation. Outlines can take many different formats; the format a student should choose will depend on the course and the learning style of the student. This session will explore different types of outlining and will help 1Ls get started.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/20772/

The State Bar of Texas Appellate Section will present a discussion about various career opportunities in the area of appellate law. Panelists include Jane Webre and Don Cruse. Moderated by Elana Einhorn. Lunch will be provided.

RSVP by Wednesday, October 7, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/21236/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/21328/

Have questions about classes for Spring? Need some advice on how to rank them? Stop by the drop in academic advising table in the Atrium. Staff from Student Affairs, including Director of Academic Advising Brandi Welch, will be available to answer questions.

You are also welcome to drop by the SAO in 2.117 for walk in appointments!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/21341/

Popcorn Break (sponsored by the Alumni Association and Student Affairs Office) On Thursday, September 10, the Texas Law Alumni Association and Student Affairs Office are pleased to announce that it will kick off its Fall 2015 Popcorn Break every Thursday afternoon from 2:00 – 2:45 pm. The popcorn will be located in the Tom Clark Lounge. We look forward to seeing you there!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/21245/

Section 4.1 is invited to meet the Dean and enjoy some Amy's Ice Cream!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/21269/

Representatives from the International Center for Mental Health and Human Rights, a nonprofit based here in Austin, will hold a training at UT Law. The first part of the event will focus on understanding trauma and resiliency in human rights victims, and the second part will be a training on therapeutic interviewing with interactive exercises. The ICMHHR focuses on strengthening communities through the use of innovative therapeutic techniques to mitigate the psychological trauma caused by human rights abuses. Snacks provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/21344/

Free Admission. Reception followed by panel on Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" Panel members include Alan Friedman, Coordinator, AFTLS; David Kornhaber, Coordinator, AFTLS; Professors Angela Littwin, UT Law; James Loehlin, Director, Shakespeare at Winedale, and the Spirit of Shakespeare's players.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/20386/

Green Society Boat Cruise

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/08/21134/

We negotiate every day, whether in formal or informal situations. Learn the basics of a successful negotiation in this one-day, interactive course. You'll discover your personal negotiating style and how to recognize when it's working and when it's time to try something different.

What you will learn:

* Understand different types of individual negotiating styles * Understand different approaches and applications of negotiation * Understand the steps of an effective negotiation process * Learn and practice essential negotiation skills

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/09/20694/

Second of three CSO Career Success Sessions for 1Ls. In this session, learn how to prepare your application materials and what to expect in your initial one-on-one career counseling session. Breakfast will be served.

RSVP by Thursday, October 8, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/09/21034/

Learn how to develop a cover letter for the U.S. legal market and networking skills. Lunch will be served. RSVP by Thursday, October 8, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/09/20780/

Have questions about classes for Spring? Need some advice on how to rank them? Stop by the drop in academic advising table in the Atrium. Staff from Student Affairs, including Director of Academic Advising Brandi Welch, will be available to answer questions.

You are also welcome to drop by the SAO in 2.117 for walk in appointments!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/09/21340/

Please join Texas Law Professors Mechele Dickerson (homeownership and bankruptcy), Chris Roberts (criminal defense), and Elissa Steglich (immigration), as they discuss their involvement in social change efforts across sectors of the legal profession.

Dessert provided.

Sponsored by Change It Up! and the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/10/09/20540/