Events Calendar

Dean Farnsworth invites Section 3.4 for ice cream and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/12/24845/

Come win prizes and feast on treats while checking out the Tarlton Law Library!

Tarlton is throwing open its doors for Texas Law students to discover more about our services and tour the facility. You’ll get to see the hidden collections and chat with different librarians about all of the resources at your disposal. There will be treats and drawings for prizes at different stations. At the end of your visit, you’ll receive a gift and can enter your name for a grand prize drawing.

See you there!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/13/24744/

Lunch for students and faculty interested in health law.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/13/24548/

Lunch between 1L members of Hodges Society and Professor Woolley.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/13/24604/

Join Texas Law's chapter of If/When/How for a presentation on the history of reproductive health, rights, and justice in the United States. Reproductive justice will exist when all people can exercise the rights and access the resources they need to thrive and to decide if, when, and how to create and sustain their families with dignity, free from discrimination, coercion, or violence. Amanda Williams, Executive Director of the Lilith Fund for Reproductive Equity, will lead the 101 training. Lunch will be provided!

Special thanks to our event co-sponsors, the Texas Law chapter of the American Constitution Society.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/13/24704/

Think the only thing worth learning in law school is how to proof read a contract or write a memo for a partner? Come learn about the benefits of an education in advocacy and experience in intramural competitions through the Board of Advocates. We will have former and current Board of Advocates officers and members speaking to students about how their experiences helped them in their careers, helped them get jobs, and helped make them better lawyers. Lunch will be served. Be Bold. Be an Advocate.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/13/22864/

Thinking about a human rights internship? The Rapoport Center for Human Rights and Justice has multiple funding options and placements available!

The Rapoport Center and the Human Rights Law Society invite you to an information session on human rights internships and fellowships. Come learn about how you can find and fund internships with human rights organizations here in the US and around the world.

Free pizza!

Former fellows and interns will share their experiences and will be available to answer questions. Law school faculty and the CSO will also be on hand to discuss the logistics and merits of these opportunities.

FREE PIZZA!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/13/23964/

The purpose of the Thurgood Marshall Legal Society's (TMLS) general body meetings are to articulate and promote the professional needs and goals of diverse law students as well as to foster and encourage professional competency within our membership and legal profession.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/13/24026/

Weekly luncheon for Texas Law faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/14/22464/

Got a career related question? Drop-in counseling will be available in the Atrium every week this month. Stop on by!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/14/24394/

We are studying the book of Ephesians this semester; each week, we will be discussing a new chapter. Breakfast and coffee will be provided!

Our goal is to create a safe space for women interested in learning more about Christ through studying and applying God's Word in law school and beyond. Our Bible study is a place for Christian fellowship and encouragement, and women from all Christian faith traditions and denominations are welcome!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/15/24884/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/15/23088/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/15/24813/

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 14, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/15/22426/

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 by Wednesday, September 14, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/15/23526/

The Texas Federalist Society celebrates Constitution Day with a debate on two competing approaches to constitutional interpretation: Living Constitution and Originalism. Professor Steve Vladek of Texas Law will debate on behalf of the living constitution interpretation. Professor Stephen Sachs of Duke Law will debate on behalf of the originalist interpretation. Free lunch will be provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/15/24004/

Lunch for 1L members of Hodges Society and Professor Woolley.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/15/24605/

Human Rights Law Society meeting

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/15/25125/

The Texas Law Alumni Association and Student Affairs Office are excited to announce the return of Popcorn Break in Fall 2016! Starting September 8, 2016, Popcorn Break will be every Thursday afternoon from 1:30 – 2:30 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/2016/09/15/22825/

Free Admission. Reception followed by panel on Shakespeare's "Richard III" 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/2016/09/15/21866/

The Student Bar Association will host elections in the Atrium for a number of positions. All class years are eligible to vote (depending upon the position) but must have an ID available.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/19/24504/

First of three Career Success Modules for 1Ls. In this first module, learn about 1L summer employment statistics, student employment reporting, CSO tools & resources, and upcoming “How to Apply” programming. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by Friday, September 16, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/19/23406/

First of three Career Success Modules for 1Ls. In this first module, learn about 1L summer employment statistics, student employment reporting, CSO tools & resources, and upcoming “How to Apply” programming. Lunch will be served. .

RSVP by FRIDAY, September 16, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/19/24084/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/19/23584/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/19/23644/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/19/24166/

The members of TBLS are invited to come eat breakfast tacos, grab their membership tshirts, and hear more about our upcoming events for the semester.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/20/24724/

Lunch meeting for the clinical faculty.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/20/23484/

Boxed lunch will be served - compliments of Haynes and Boone!

What do professors mean when they say that your analysis is the most important part of any answer you might give? Logically applying rules to various sets of facts is a fundamental skill necessary for successful exam taking and legal practice. You have only really learned “the law” when you can apply it. The session includes working through sample problems.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/20/22766/

Title Distinguished Lecture: “Desert Diplomat: Inside Saudi Arabia Following 9/11” with Robert W. Jordan, Former U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia

About the Event Join the KBH Energy Center and the UT Energy Institute for a distinguished lecture by Robert W. Jordan, former U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. Ambassador Jordan will discuss his book, Desert Diplomat: Inside Saudi Arabia Following 9/11 (Potomac Books, 2015). Ambassador Jordan will hold a book-signing after his lecture. Location TBD. Lunch will be served in the Jamail Pavillion, adjacent to the Eidman Courtroom.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/20/22804/

Please come for lunch and meet your mentoring pair.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/20/24484/

We will provide lunch to the transfer students and their alumni mentors while giving them the opportunity to meet in person as they begin their mentoring connection.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/20/25104/

Weekly luncheon for Texas Law faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/21/22449/

First of three Career Success Modules for 1Ls. In this first module, learn about 1L summer employment statistics, student employment reporting, CSO tools & resources, and upcoming “How to Apply” programming. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by Tuesday, September 20, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/21/23407/

Got a career related question? Drop-in counseling will be available in the Atrium every week this month. Stop on by!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/21/24399/

Dean Farnsworth invites Section 2.1 for ice cream and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/21/24846/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/22/24265/

This program is for all class years: 1Ls 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 Megan Sheffield ‘13, Attorney and former Equal Justice Works Fellowwith the Equal Justice Center, and former UT Law Faculty/Julius Glickman Fellow with Casa Marianella Immigration Legal Services, and Tovah Pentelovitch’15, current Equal Justice Works fellow, with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid;and Anya Morgan, 3L and current postgraduate fellowship applicant. Co-sponsored by the Career Services Office and the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law.

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Wednesday, September 21, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/22/22404/

Required meeting for editors of law school journals

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/22/24904/

Graduate & International Programs invites you to learn about Texas Law's English and foreign-language study abroad programs and opportunities at our 31 foreign universities located across the globe. This session will cover program requirements, completing the application process, choosing the right program, and getting the most from your international experience. This session is for 2Ls who would like to study abroad in their 3L year.

Date: September 22, 2016 Time: 12pm Place: TNH 2.123

Please email ISP@law.utexas.edu or stop in at 2.118B for more information.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/22/25065/

The Texas Law Alumni Association and Student Affairs Office are excited to announce the return of Popcorn Break in Fall 2016! Starting September 8, 2016, Popcorn Break will be every Thursday afternoon from 1:30 – 2:30 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/2016/09/22/22826/

Dean Farnswoth invites Section 4.1 for ice cream and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/22/24847/

Stephen Wells, executive director of the Animal Legal Defense Fund, will be visiting The University of Texas to speak about his work and legal strategies for protecting animals. Food will be provided and the event is open to the general public.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/22/24345/

If you are a 2L or 3L interested in honing your skills as a transactional attorney sign up for the TBLS LawMeet Fall Practicum here! The Fall Practicum will be Sept. 23rd, Sept. 30th, and Oct. 7th from 1-2:30 PM. Students are required to participate in the Fall Practicum and the upcoming Intramural Competition (more information coming soon) to be eligible for the traveling LawMeet teams in the Spring semester. Seats are limited, so sign up today.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/23/25284/

Friday, September 23, 2016, Sheffield-Massey Room, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/23/23445/

Continental Breakfast and BBQ Lunch will be served in the Atrium.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/24/23185/

Mock class and conversation with faculty and deans

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/09/24/23204/