Events Calendar

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Thursday, October 1

CANCELED
Flu Shots

TNH 2.100 (Susman Godfrey Atrium)

also possibly 10/27/20

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/01/55545/
9:00am1:00pm
6:00pm7:30pm
Charles M. Blow | Sixth Annual Sissy Farenthold Endowed Lecture in Peace, Social Justice and Human Rights.

Online

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

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/01/56285/
6:00pm
Ex Parke: ZILKER

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

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/01/56927/

Friday, October 2

1:00pm2:00pm
AJCL Career Talks with John Bash, the United States Attorney for the Western District of Texas

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/02/57365/
2:00pm2:45pm
Law School 101: Outlining

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/02/56705/
3:00pm4:30pm
Bookfest - Karen Engle
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/02/56168/

Monday, October 5

9:00am4:00pm
11:45am12:45pm
IP Law Society Speaker Event - Sterne Kessler

https://utexas.zoom.us/j/99830027059
11:45am12:45pm
Drawing Board: Getting Derivative Works Straight by Oren Bracha
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/05/57725/
4:00pm
A Discussion with the Authors of Shortlisted: Women in the Shadows of the Supreme Court

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/05/56547/

Tuesday, October 6

5:00pm6:00pm
Workshop: Public Defender Office Applications/Interviews

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

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/06/55926/
6:00pm7:30pm

Wednesday, October 7

12:00pm1:00pm
Public Facility Corporations and the Section 303.042(f) Tax Break for Apartment Complexes

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

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/07/57206/
7:00pm8:30pm

Thursday, October 8

11:30am1:00pm
Faculty Colloquium - Crystal Yang // Harvard Law
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/08/57765/
3:30pm4:30pm
Mental Health Webinar: Exploring the Intersection Between Racial Justice, Social Activism, and Mental Health

https://abaforlawstudents.com/event/racial-social-justice-and-mental-health-webinar/
6:00pm
Ex Parke: ZILKER

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

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/08/56928/

Friday, October 9

12:00pm1:00pm
National Workshop on Law Student Mental Health

https://abaforlawstudents.com/event/mental-health-day-workshop/
12:30pm1:30pm
JOLTT Women in Technology Law Panel

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/09/57265/
1:00pm2:00pm
AJCL Career Talks with Mark Lane, United States Magistrate Judge for the Western District of Texas

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/09/57366/
6:00pm8:00pm
Sex Ed Trivia with If/When/How

zoom

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

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/09/57005/

Monday, October 12

11:45am12:45pm
IP Law Society Speaker Event - Perkins Coie

Please email texasipls@gmail.com for Zoom link and additional details.
11:45am12:45pm
11:45am12:45pm
Drawing Board: Denise Gilman
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/12/57726/

Tuesday, October 13

12:00pm1:45pm
Law and Economic Seminar - Florian Baumann // University of Bonn
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/13/55768/
6:00pm7:30pm

Wednesday, October 14

12:00pm1:15pm
The Law of/and the 2020 Elections

https://utexas.zoom.us/j/93429385725
6:00pm7:00pm
Unrig the Courts: A Conversation

Zoom

It is long past time for a federal judiciary that reflects the diversity of the people impacted by that judiciary. Join the Texas Law chapters of ACS, APALSA, HRLS, If/When/How, LS4BL, NLG, PILA, and OutLaw for a conversation about the Supreme Court vacancy, the federal judiciary, and what is at stake.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/14/57846/
7:00pm8:30pm

Thursday, October 15

11:00am1:00pm
6:00pm
Ex Parke: ZILKER

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

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/15/56929/

Friday, October 16

2:00pm3:00pm
Law School 101: Stress Management

Law school stress is unique. We all need strategies to handle all that needs to be done, learned, and demonstrated in the course of a semester. Along with current 2Ls and 3Ls, Kelsey Lammey (Longhorn Wellness Center) will discuss the unique pressures on law students and how to manage them. This session will use break out rooms to give you a chance to get to know classmates outside of your section.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/16/57385/

Monday, October 19

11:45am12:45pm
IP Law Society Speaker Event - McKool Smith

https://utexas.zoom.us/j/93285642305
12:30pm1:45pm
Third Monday: A Look Ahead at the Supreme Court’s New Term—and Its Next Justice

How will the successor to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg impact the U.S. Supreme Court in both the short- and long-term? What are some of the big cases the Court is set to hear this Term, whether with eight Justices or nine? What role might it play in disputes relating to the upcoming elections? What are the longer-term implications for the next Justice and the upcoming election on the Court, the current Justices, and their docket? And, far less imp

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/19/57425/

Tuesday, October 20

6:00pm7:30pm

Wednesday, October 21

5:00pm6:00pm

Thursday, October 22

12:00pm1:00pm
Susan L. Blount Power Lunch Series Lecture, A Conversation with Mary Jo White

Online

The Susan L. Blount Power Lunch Series spotlights remarkable lawyers to share their experiences with students and Center guests. To launch this year’s event series, we will host a virtual conversation with Mary Jo White, Partner at Debevoise and Plimpton. Ms. White is a former chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the first woman to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/22/57845/
12:30pm1:30pm
Human Rights Internships & Fellowships Info Session

Learn about human rights internship and fellowship opportunities, including international court and tribunal placements. Hear directly from former interns and fellows about their experiences! Learn about deadlines, application processes, how to find a placement, and more.This info session will take place on Zoom. Registration is required! Follow the link to register.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/22/57925/
4:00pm7:00pm
6:00pm
Ex Parke: ZILKER

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

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/22/56930/

Friday, October 23

3:00pm4:30pm
Bookfest - Jordan and Carol Steiker Bookfest
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/23/56170/
4:00pm5:00pm
What Does it Mean to be an Art Lawyer? A Chat with Professor Lauren Fielder

f you've ever been curious about a career using your JD to work in the art world, you've probably had one big question: What actually is an art lawyer? Well, you're in luck! Texas Law's very own Professor Lauren Fielder will be joining the Texas Law Art Association on October 23 at 4pm to talk about exact that! She'll be discussing what areas of law art lawyers practice, where they work, and what they do in such a varied and exciting landscape

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/23/57946/

Monday, October 26

Tuesday, October 27

6:00pm7:30pm

Wednesday, October 28

5:00pm6:15pm
IP Law Society Speaker Event - Haynes and Boone

Email texasipls@gmail.com for details on how to join.

Thursday, October 29

11:45am1:00pm
Faculty Colloquium - Sanjukta Paul // Wayne State
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/29/56171/
6:00pm
Ex Parke: ZILKER

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

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/10/29/56931/

Friday, October 30

8:00am11:30am