One month into law school, how are you doing? Check in with PILA and other 1L students interested in Public Interest! Get to know other PILA members, while we share some insight on how we survived our first year (academically and emotionally), how to stay motivated, and how to stay close to the causes you care about.

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The Rapoport Center and the Rothko Chapel are pleased to announce that Charles M. Blow will deliver the sixth annual Frances Tarlton “Sissy” Farenthold Endowed Lecture in Peace, Social Justice and Human Rights.

Charles M. Blow is an Op-Ed columnist at The New York Times, where his column appears on Mondays and Thursdays. Mr. Blow’s columns tackle hot-button issues such as social justice, racial equality, presidential politics, police v

In lieu of our usual Bar Review, SBA will be hosting a weekly Ex Parke this semester on Thursday evenings! This is a great opportunity to meet students from other 1L sections as well as other class years. Each week we will visit a park for an outdoor, socially-distanced hangout. There will be blankets spread out so students can meet up in groups of no more than 10. We kindly ask that you arrive close to the assigned time for your class ye

The American Journal of Criminal Law present part two of our Career Talks. This time we are joined by John Bash, a U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Texas.

Outlining consists of many different strategies for each law student. Come hear about how you should think about outlining and potential methods to use to attack your courses.

As the Court kicks off its new term on October 5th, we’ll explore the inspirational and previously untold history of the nine women considered--but not selected--for the United States Supreme Court. Authors Renee Knake Jefferson and Hannah Brenner Johnson will share insights from their fascinating research. This event is free and open to the public.

Learn how to tailor your resume and cover letter to each unique public defender office and how to respond to the most common questions and hypotheticals posed in public defender office interviews. You will finish the workshop with a revision of your resume and cover letter, and will have five pivot points for public defender interviews. Zoom link: https://utexas.zoom.us/j/94714199039

Join us for a presentation on a new report examining the Section 303.042(f) Tax Break for Apartment Complexes in Texas.

In lieu of our usual Bar Review, SBA will be hosting a weekly Ex Parke this semester on Thursday evenings! This is a great opportunity to meet students from other 1L sections as well as other class years. Each week we will visit a park for an outdoor, socially-distanced hangout. There will be blankets spread out so students can meet up in groups of no more than 10. We kindly ask that you arrive close to the assigned time for your class ye

The Journal of Law and Technology at Texas (JOLTT) wants to highlight the role of women in technology-related law. We have brought together speakers from various industries to speak about their experiences, career paths, and roles for a zoom panel with students.

The American Journal of Criminal Law brings you part three of our Career Talks series. This time we are joined by Judge Mark Lane, of the Western District of Texas Magistrate Court, and a former prosecutor.

Fundraising Event for the Lilith Fund for Reproductive Equity: Participate in Sex Ed Trivia for an Educational Opportunity to Win Prizes!