Events Calendar

The university will be closed.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/01/82675/

Join Law Students for Life for a casual Coffee & Kolaches social in the Dee J. Kelly Courtyard. We’ll catch up after the summer, welcome interested students, and preview this semester’s events. Come connect with fellow life-affirming students in a relaxed setting—no formal agenda, just good coffee, good food, and good company.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/02/83236/

Come visit TJOGEL this morning from 8:15-10:20 AM in Patman Plaza for free breakfast tacos! Enjoy good food and learn more about our society and journal.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/02/83195/

Stop by the Atrium and grab a cupcake for Dean Bangs' birthday!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/02/83126/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/02/83122/

All 1Ls are welcome to join SAO for a Law School 101 session on notetaking, preparing for class, and reading strategies, which is sponsored by Troutman Pepper Locke. Overflow room will be TNH 2.138. Lunch is provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/02/82916/

A luncheon to introduce the new journal executive boards to Tarlton librarians and library services for the journals.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/02/83199/

Join Dean Bobby Chesney and Texas Law alumni for breakfast at the Annual Judicial Education Conference.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/03/82619/

Join the Texas Law Veterans Association for coffee and conversation every Wednesday from August 27 to November 19. A great way to connect with fellow veterans, build community, and start your day with good company and caffeine. All Texas Law veteran students, alumni, and friends welcome.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/03/83522/

Daniel Culotta is the Chief Innovation Officer for the City of Austin, TX. His work involves helping the organization create new solutions and partnerships to address complex challenges using a resident-centered approach. Daniel has kept a focus on equity, sustainability, and community at the core of his work in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas, and a Master’s degree from Arizona State University. Lunch will be provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/03/84042/

Welcome back and what's next (academics, careers, bar exams) for 3Ls.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/03/82621/

Join the Judicial Clerkship Program for one of our four introductory sessions on Judicial Clerkships. We'll introduce you to the resources and support available to apply to judicial clerkships as well as detailed instructions on how to begin the application process for 2027-term clerkship positions. For 2Ls and 3Ls only. The program will not be recorded.

Bring your laptop and your resume to edit during the session.

Attendance will be capped at 30 per session.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/03/83440/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/03/82635/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/04/83103/

Texas Federalist Society is hosting a debate on whether minors should have access to gender affirming care in light of the Supreme Court's decision in last term's Skrmetti case. We will host Brandon Smith, the former Chief of Staff to Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti, Professor Lawrence Sager from the University of Texas School of Law, and Andrew Brown from the Texas Public Policy Foundation to debate this issue. Chick-fil-a will be provided!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/04/83900/

2ls and 3Ls only. Join Mia and Katie from SAO to discuss event planning, accounting, or any other student organization-related topics where you may need assistance. Lunch will be provided. RSVP using this link: https://utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9WRWaEaKdhfS18O

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/04/83901/

Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 3, on TEX.

Join the CSO for an interactive Resume and Cover Letter Workshop designed to help you draft compelling application materials that stand out to legal employers. In this session we’ll guide you through best practices for formatting and tailoring a legal resume as you work on and refine your own draft. Then we’ll discuss the components of a good legal cover letter and give you the tools to write your own.  Bring your laptop or a copy of your current resume draft. Snacks will be served.

This session is primarily for students in Section 2 and is required as part of the Professional Pathways Program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/04/83125/

Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 3, on TEX.

Join the CSO for an interactive Resume and Cover Letter Workshop designed to help you draft compelling application materials that stand out to legal employers. In this session we’ll guide you through best practices for formatting and tailoring a legal resume as you work on and refine your own draft. Then we’ll discuss the components of a good legal cover letter and give you the tools to write your own.  Bring your laptop or a copy of your current resume draft. Snacks will be served.

This session is primarily for students in Section 3 and is required as part of the Professional Pathways Program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/04/83142/

Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 3, on TEX.

Join the CSO for an interactive Resume and Cover Letter Workshop designed to help you draft compelling application materials that stand out to legal employers. In this session we’ll guide you through best practices for formatting and tailoring a legal resume as you work on and refine your own draft. Then we’ll discuss the components of a good legal cover letter and give you the tools to write your own.  Bring your laptop or a copy of your current resume draft. Snacks will be served.

This session is primarily for students in Section 1 and is required as part of the Professional Pathways Program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/04/83139/

Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 3, on TEX.

Join the CSO for an interactive Resume and Cover Letter Workshop designed to help you draft compelling application materials that stand out to legal employers. In this session we’ll guide you through best practices for formatting and tailoring a legal resume as you work on and refine your own draft. Then we’ll discuss the components of a good legal cover letter and give you the tools to write your own.  Bring your laptop or a copy of your current resume draft. Snacks will be served.

This session is primarily for students in Section 4 and is required as part of the Professional Pathways Program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/04/83143/

1L students are invited to join and meet with TJOGEL for dinner and drinks at Dirty Martin's Place (2808 Guadalupe St.). It's a great opportunity to learn more about our organization and get to know your 1L classmates!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/04/83455/

Started by students in 2013, Change It Up! is Texas Law’s annual public-interest orientation. The signature event welcomes new students into Texas Law’s vibrant public interest community.

The afternoon begins with opening remarks, followed by a community lunch featuring conversation tables themed around various practice areas. Participants will hear from a dynamic panel of recent graduates working in public interest law and have the opportunity to connect with fellow students, faculty, staff, and local attorneys committed to using law to advance justice.

Check-in will open at 12:45 pm and the formal program will begin at 1:15 pm.

Registration: Registration is open and space is limited. Register by no later than noon on August 25: https://utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dhQxWm7qKGhTZB4

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/05/82795/

The American Constitution Society's annual recap and discussion of Supreme Court related news from the past year.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/08/82775/

Mandatory meeting for any finance contacts within student organizations. ONLY student orgs; Journals will have a separate meeting on 9/10.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/08/83159/

1L Members join TJOGEL leadership for pizza as they discuss recruiting tips and professionalism. It's a great opportunity to ask questions before TJOGEL Roundtable Luncheons and Breakfast & Conversations start next week. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/08/83762/

On Monday, September 8, the Strauss Center for International Security and Law’s Director Adam Klein will discuss career opportunities, courses, and fellowships in national security law, cybersecurity, and technology with interested law students. Professor Klein will introduce the Strauss Center and its programs and will answer students’ questions in an informal format. Dean Bobby Chesney will also discuss opportunities for students.

Lunch will be served.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/08/84035/

TROL new member orientation. Dinner will be provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/08/84115/

Stop by the Atrium to see what organizations and journals Texas Law has to offer!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/09/82940/

Join the Judicial Clerkship Program for one of our four introductory sessions on Judicial Clerkships. We'll introduce you to the resources and support available to apply to judicial clerkships as well as detailed instructions on how to begin the application process for 2027-term clerkship positions. For 2Ls and 3Ls only. The program will not be recorded.

Bring your laptop and your resume to edit during the session.

Attendance will be capped at 30 per session. Register on TEX.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/09/83198/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/09/83996/

Open house event for prospective students. Registration is required.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/09/83484/

Interested in joining the Texas Law Student Bar Association (SBA)? Make sure to attend 1 of 3 meetings this week to get a breakdown of the election rules and open positions!

*Meeting 1 of 3 *Must attend 1 meeting to be eligible for election

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/09/84121/

Join the Texas Law Veterans Association for coffee and conversation every Wednesday from August 27 to November 19. A great way to connect with fellow veterans, build community, and start your day with good company and caffeine. All Texas Law veteran students, alumni, and friends welcome.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/10/83523/

1Ls: Stop by to meet recruiters from BakerHostetler to learn more about their firm and grab breakfast.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/10/83755/

1Ls: Stop by to meet recruiters from Kirkland & Ellis to learn more about their firm and grab lunch.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/10/83756/

Mandatory meeting for any finance contacts within journals. ONLY journals.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/10/83160/

1L Informational session for TIPLJ and IPLS.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/10/83967/

Join us for our first General Meeting of the 2025-2026 Academic year!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/10/83980/

Training session to teach 1Ls what competing in a moot court competition entails.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/10/84076/

Join Law Students for Black Lives (LS4BL) and the American Constitution Society (ACS) for a timely and thought-provoking discussion with Rhiannon Hamam, a supervising attorney with Texas Law's Richard and Ginni Mithoff Program. Together, we will examine how universities and government actors have responded to student protests and political speech, the limits of constitutional protections in practice, and what SCOTUS has historically ruled on free speech in the student context.

We’ll have free food and exclusive LS4BL merch for sale! Come for the conversation, stay for the community.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/10/84099/

Photographer Brian Birzer will be at the law school for two portrait sessions on Wednesday, Sept. 10, and Thursday, Sept. 11.

Sitting times are available 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. on Wednesday and 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on Thursday. We will have a professional hair/make-up person on site to assist.

Please review the available times on the signup formand click the "Sign Up" button to reserve your spot.

Location TBD.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/10/83435/

Interested in joining the Texas Law Student Bar Association (SBA)? Make sure to attend 1 of 3 meetings this week to get a breakdown of the election rules and open positions!

*Meeting 2 of 3 *Must attend 1 meeting to be eligible for election

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/10/84122/

Join SBA and Vinson & Elkins for a coffee before starting your day!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/83903/

1Ls: Stop by to meet recruiters from White & Case to learn more about their firm and grab breakfast.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/83969/

Photographer Brian Birzer will be at the law school for two portrait sessions on Wednesday, Sept. 10, and Thursday, Sept. 11.

Sitting times are available 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. on Wednesday and 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on Thursday. We will have a professional hair/make-up person on site to assist.

Please review the available times on the signup formand click the "Sign Up" button to reserve your spot.

Location TBD.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/83436/

Stop by to meet recruiters from the U.S. Navy JAG Corps to learn more about their organization.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/83976/

Join SAO for safety training for org/journals that is required by main campus to complete by 10/21. Each main contact on Hornslink for orgs/journals should attend. Pizza will be provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/83015/

Texas Federalist Society is hosting a debate on whether states should be actively regulating Big Tech companies, especially in light of the recent NetChoice Supreme Court case. We will host Thomas Berry from the Cato Institute to present about the First Amendment concerns on this issue, and former Texas Solicitor General and current Texas Law Professor Aaron Nielson will respond. Chick-fil-a will be provided!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/83917/

IPLS and TIPLJ are hosting a panel of Finnegan attorneys to discuss different careers in Intellectual Property law!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/84036/

Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 10, on TEX.

Join the CSO to get to know some of the resources available to support your job search. We’ll will walk through effective strategies for using various job search tools, provide guidance on managing your 1L job search process, and share practical advice for preparing now and making the most of upcoming networking opportunities. Snacks will be served.

This session is primarily for students in Sections 2 and 3 and is required as part of the Professional Pathways Program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/83130/

Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 10, on TEX.

Join the CSO to get to know some of the resources available to support your job search. We’ll will walk through effective strategies for using various job search tools, provide guidance on managing your 1L job search process, and share practical advice for preparing now and making the most of upcoming networking opportunities. Snacks will be served.

This session is primarily for students in Sections 1 and 4 and is required as part of the Professional Pathways Program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/83148/

Texas Federalist Society is hosting a happy hour to welcome everyone to the new school year! Join us at Lazarus Brewing on Airport Blvd (NOT East 6th St) to learn about our chapter. 1Ls, 2Ls, and 3Ls are all welcome, regardless of whether you've been involved for your entire law school career or you're just curious what Fed Soc is!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/84120/

Enjoy a boat cruise with your Society on Lady Bird Lake.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/11/82415/

The KBH Energy Center’s Annual Symposium brings together leading industry executives, policymakers, and faculty for a dynamic day of forward-looking dialogue on the future of energy.

This year’s program will feature conversations with distinguished experts exploring global energy outlooks, the growing role of nuclear and AI, energy’s ties to national security, data infrastructure demands, capital markets, and media coverage. Join us as we examine the transformative forces reshaping the energy landscape and the innovation, investment, and policy strategies that will guide the road ahead.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/12/83448/

The BLE is holding Zoom office hours in advance of the October 1 filing deadline for 1Ls.

Zoom Meeting ID: 844 9167 6768

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/12/84156/

Interested in joining the Texas Law Student Bar Association (SBA)? Make sure to attend 1 of 3 meetings this week to get a breakdown of the election rules and open positions!

*Meeting 3 of 3 *Must attend 1 meeting to be eligible for election

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/12/84138/

A focused, 4-part introduction to advocacy skills. Open to all second- and third-year law students, the FLI is a hands-on crash course designed to allow students of all experience levels to learn new skills or hone existing ones. Students work directly with Texas Law’s interscholastic mock trial coaches and instructors to focus on skills necessary to communicate effectively as a lawyer as well as successfully compete in a mock trial competition. Even those not interested in competing, but currently enrolled in an advocacy course, may find this program a useful complement to their coursework.

The 2025 Fall Litigation Institute will be held from 1:00-3:00 p.m. (with lunch provided beginning at 12:30 pm) over four Fridays. You are free to participate in any/all sessions but must SIGN-UP to do so. Sign up sheet available at beginning of Fall semester. • Week 1: Friday, September 12th – Public Speaking / Effective Communication • Week 2: Friday, September 19th – Storytelling / Opening Statements • Week 3: Friday, September 26th – Direct Examinations • Week 4: Friday, October 3rd – Cross Examinations

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/12/82615/

This September marks the 75th anniversary of Heman Sweatt’s enrollment at Texas Law, marking the integration of The University of Texas. The Law School is hosting The Precursors for an official commemoration of this historic moment. This is an invitation-only event in person, yet the event will be live-streamed starting at 12:30 p.m.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/12/84084/

Enjoy a boat cruise with your Society on Lady Bird Lake.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2025/09/12/82455/