Dean Dennis' Office Hours
Have something on your mind you’d like to share with the Dean? Dean Dennis’ door is open! He’ll be holding an office hour on the date and time noted below. Please stop by to share an accomplishment or concern, or just to say hello and have a cup of coffee.
- Thursday, 1/31– 12-1 p.m.
- Wednesday, 2/13, 4-5 p.m.
- Tuesday, 2/26, 8-9 a.m.
- Monday, 3/4, 12-1 p.m.
- Friday, 3/22, 12-1 p.m.
- Tuesday, 4/2, 12-1 p.m.
- Thursday, 4/11, 3-4 p.m.
- Thursday, 4/25, 12-1:30 p.m.
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OSA Announcements
May Graduation
Students who intend to graduate in May should apply for their degree through DrexelOne by Friday, February 1. Go to the Student Records section, click “More Bannerweb Student Records,” and then “Apply for Your Degree.” Students who intend to graduate must have all work finished by 5:00 PM on the last day of exams, unless an exam conflict deferral has been granted. All other exceptions must be granted by the Dean. Please note that this year's Commencement ceremony will be held on Friday, May 17, 2013.
Important Policy Reminder!
For your own security, PLEASE remember to use your Drexel email in any communication about your records. Examples are registration changes, transcript requests, and information about your grades. We ask that you initiate contact from your Drexel email, and all record-related replies will be sent to your Drexel email.
Summer Work Study Law Program
An information session for law students interested in participating in the Earle Mack School of Law’s 2013 Summer Work Study Program will be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 from Noon until 1:00 p.m. in Room 240.
Free Snacks!
Come Visit the OSA on Tuesday, February 12!!
Wear Some Baseball Gear (Any Team)
and we will give you some FREE Peanuts and CrackerJacks!
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Academic Skills Announcements
Presentation by the New Jersey Bar Examiners
Wednesday, January 30, 2013, 12:15-1:15 p.m.,
Law 140
Kaplan Bar Review’s Kick Start Bar Prep Program, Spring 2013
Session 3: Evidence (Hearsay)
Friday, February 1, 1:00-5:15 p.m., ISB 112
Saturday, February 2, 9:00 a.m.-1:15 p.m., ISB 112
Session 4: Bar Essay Workshop
Friday, February 8, 1:00-4:00 p.m., ISB 112
Saturday, February 9, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., ISB 112
Session 5: Torts (Negligence)
Friday, February 15, 1:00-4:45 p.m., ISB 112
Saturday, February 16, 9:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m., ISB 112
Session 6: Contracts (Formation)
Friday, February 22, 1:00-4:00 p.m., ISB 112
Saturday, February 23, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., ISB 112
Session 7: Multistate Post-Test
Friday, March 1, 1:00-4:00 p.m., ISB 112
Saturday, March 2, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., ISB 112
Session 8: Performance Test Workshop
Friday, March 22, 1:00-4:00 p.m., ISB 112
Saturday, March 23, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., ISB 112
Deans Scholar Sessions and Office Hours for Spring 2013
For details regarding Dean's Scholar sessions and office hours, please visit http://www.earlemacklaw.drexel.edu/studentLife/newsletter/#06.
Spring 2013 Academic Skills Workshops
January 29, 10:45-11:45
Law 240
Mining Exam Fact Patterns for Legal Issues
February 5, 10:45-11:45
Law 240
Building a Strong Exam Answer
February 12, 10:45-11:45
Law 240
Developing Arguments and Counterarguments on Exams
February 26, 10:45-11:45
Law 240
Exam Success Strategies (Panel of Upper-Level Students)
March 5, 10:45-11:45
Law 240
Writing the Rule and Rule Explanation for the 1L Brief
March 19, 10:45-11:45
Law 240
Answering Statute-Based Exam Questions, Part 1
March 26, 10:45-11:45
Law 240
Revising and Editing the 1L Brief
April 2 10:45-11:45
Law 240
Answering Statute-Based Exam Questions, Part 2
April 9, 10:45-11:45
Law 240
Mock Exam
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Career Strategies Announcements
2013 Summer Judicial Internship
8-10 week full-time unpaid internship in chambers of Honorable James Knoll Gardner, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Research and writing intensive
Open to 1Ls and 2Ls, Top 10% of class
Application Requirements:
Cover Letter
Resume
Undergraduate Transcript
Law School Transcript
Writing Sample
Application Deadline: February 1, 2013
See Symplicity/job posting for complete details and instructions on how to apply.
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Moot Court Board Info Session
Moot Court Board Info Session
April 9 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Room 230 (lunch will be provided)
There will be an informational meeting for all 1Ls and 2Ls who are interested in trying out for next year's Moot Court Board on Tuesday, April 9th, from 12-1 in Room 230. Lunch will be provided! Hear from current 2L and 3L members of the Board about their experiences, and get all of your questions about Moot Court answered!
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ADR Competition Team Needs Volunteers
ADR Competition Team is looking for volunteers to be clients for our upcoming Client Counseling Competition. If you are considering representing Drexel Law at Alternative Dispute Resolution Competitions in the future, this is a great way to get involved early. Email DrexelADRTeam@gmail.com if you are interested in helping us out.
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Student Organizations
Business Law Organization
General Meeting/Lexis Training
February 6 | 12:15-1:30 p.m. | Room 420 (Lunch will be provided)
Job searching? Come learn how Lexis can aid you as you prepare for interviews and search for jobs! We will be announcing our upcoming events, including a trip to DC!
Christian Legal Society
"Because We Are - A Novel of Haiti"
Book Launch and Signing with Author and Law School Alumnus Ted Oswald
January 29 | 7:00-7:45 p.m. | Room 240 (Reception to follow)
Please join us!
CLS Bi-Weekly Fellowship Meeting
February 11 | 12:15-1:30 p.m. | Room 340 (Pizza will be served)
Christian Legal Society (CLS) is having a general meeting on February 11 in Room 340 from 12:15-1:30 p.m.. We will discuss the incorporation of our faith, fellowship, and prayer into our lives as law students. All are welcome
Criminal Law Society
Criminal Law How-To
February 27 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | Room 340 (Dinner and beverages will be served)
Join the Criminal Law Society for a panel discussion with recent EMSoL graduates who are currently working in various areas of Philadelphia's criminal law scene, including the District Attorney's office, the U.S. Attorney's office, the Defender Association, private criminal defense, and clerking for criminal law judges. We will be discussing the do's and don'ts of law students looking to follow in their footsteps.
Latin American Law Student Association
General Body Meeting
January 30 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Room 230 (Lunch will be provided)
Join LALSA for our first General Body Meeting of the Spring Semester. We will be discussing upcoming events and networking opportunites. Food will be served!?
National Lawyers Guild
Public Interest Summer Internship Panel Discussion
February 6 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Room 140 (Lunch will be provided)
No summer job yet?
Want to know what to do about it?
Have an interview and want to know how to nail it?
Have a job but want to know what to expect?
Come to the NLG's panel discussion featuring 2Ls and 3Ls who have worked in public interest for the last several summers. Hear about working for public defenders, judges, and legal services organizations in PA, DE, NJ and New Mexico. Features 3Ls Peter McCall and Jack Stucker and 2Ls Eva DeLair and Erica Briant.
Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) Society
SCOTUS Society First General Meeting
January 29 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Room 420 (Snacks and beverages will be provided)
First general meeting of the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) Society. Anyone interested in joining should attend. Plans and goals for the semester will be discussed over a Philly Soft Pretzel Factory Tray, Subway Cookie Tray, and other snacks and beverages.
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Scholarships and Writing Competitions
Scholarships
Vietnamese-American Bar Association of the Greater Washington DC Area Scholarship (VABA-DC)
Deadline: February 15, 2013
This year, VABA-DC will be awarding two $1,500 scholarships to law students on the basis of their demonstrated community service, academic performance, and a short written essay. For details, please visit http://earlemacklaw.drexel.edu/docket/enewsletter/010713/VABA-DC.pdf
New! The Center for Tax Law and Employee Benefits Paul Faherty Tax Law Writing Scholarship
Deadline: April 15, 2013
Award: $3,000 (grand prize); $1,000 (two honorable mentions)
For details, please visit http://www.jmls.edu/academics/taxeb/writing-competition.php
Writing Competitions
American Indian Law Review Writing Competition - Deadline:January 31, 2013
For details, please visit http://www.ailr.net/writecomp.
2013 Bert W. Levit Essay Contest - Deadline: February 22, 2013
For details, please visit http://bit.ly/Levit2013
Hogan/Smoger Access To Justice Essay Contest - Deadline: March 31, 2013
For details, please visit http://publicjustice.net/news-events/awards/hogansmoger-essay-contest
ABA Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section Annual Law Student Writing Competition - Deadline: April 1, 2013
For details, please visit http://ambar.org/lspage
Pennsylvania Bar Association Intellectual Property Law Section Writing Competition -
Deadline: April 15, 2013
For details, please visit http://earlemacklaw.drexel.edu/law/docket/enewsletter/110512/PBA-Writing-Contest.pdf
International Association of Defense Counsel Legal Writing Competition -
Deadline: May 17, 2013
For details, please visit http://www.iadclaw.org/publications/contest.aspx
30th Annual Smith-Babcock-Williams Student Writing Competition - Deadline: June 7, 2013
For details, please visit http://bit.ly/R2qONl.
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On and Off-Campus Events
"Because We Are - A Novel of Haiti"
Book Launch and Signing with Author and Law School Alumnus Ted Oswald
Tuesday, January 29, 2013 |
7:00 – 7:45 p.m. | Room 240 (reception to follow)
Sponsored by Drexel Christian Legal Society & the Public Interest Liason to the SBA.
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Use of Classroom Technology
Policy Announcement
Students are NOT permitted to use the technology in the classrooms, i.e. podium, computer, and screen. We are happy to provide assistance when holding meetings or events arranged pursuant to the Event Scheduling Procedures.
The only exceptions are the Dean Scholars and Bar Prep course administrators who receive formal training from our IT staff.
Failure to comply will be considered a violation of the Code of Conduct.
Questions may be directed to Dean McGovern.
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Vendor Announcements
BARBRI Bar Talk
Tuesday, February 5 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Room 301 (lunch will be provided)
We are pleased to announce that BARBRI Regional Vice President, Dale Larrimore will give a Bar Talk at Drexel Law on Tuesday, February 5 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Room 301. Mr. Larrimore will give an overview of the Pennsylvania Bar Exam and the BARBRI review program. He will also discuss financial aid available to EMSOL students. BARBRI provides a bar review course in all 50 states, so come with all of your bar prep questions. After the talk, please stop by the BARBRI table on the second floor of the law school to discuss financial aid and available BARBRI course discounts.
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Submissions for the Weekly Newsletter
Submissions for the "EMSoL Weekly Newsletter" are approved by Kevin Oates, Senior Associate Dean of Students and Associate Professor of Law. Submissions for the Weekly Newsletter are due by Wednesday at noon for the following Monday issue. To submit a notice for publication in the Weekly Newsletter, please follow the appropriate link: *organizers of meetings/events held at EMSoL , *all others.
End of EMSoL Weekly Newsletter - January 28, 2013
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