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UCI Law Student Newsletter October 25, 2024
New Announcements and Deadlines

E-Scooters, Skate Devices and Pedestrian SafetyDue to an increase in e-scooter accidents at UC Irvine, UCI police officers are enforcing e-scooter and bicycle regulations on campus. Motorized skate and scooter devices are not permitted on the core campus, including around the Law School. The Skate Devices & Electric Scooters Map shows campus locations where these devices are prohibited to use. E-device use is permitted on Pereira Dr. and other roadways in the campus core as long as they follow the California Vehicle Code. Here is a safety video with more information on the rules and safety issues.

1Ls: Become an Admissions Ambassador: Meet with prospective students to answer questions about what law school is like and your experience in the application process. Whether it's volunteering for a panel, tour, or law fair, your expertise as a current law student can make the difference for a prospective one. Apply by November 15.

2Ls and 3Ls: Advanced Core Clinic: Students who have completed their core clinic and are interested in taking an advance clinic for spring must obtain faculty approval no later than 4 weeks prior to the start of the semester. See Debi Gloria's 10/21 email for details. 

1Ls: Lawyering Skills Interview Completion Report Submission: Students completing interviews during fall must submit their Interview Completion Report via Canvas no later than one week after their interview. Refer Naomi Aguilar's 10/23 email for more information.

Filipino American History Month: Explore the UCI Office of Inclusive Excellence's Honoring and Celebrating Our Community calendar, and enjoy the lectures, celebrations, film screenings, and other events! 

Basic Needs Center's CalFresh Enrollment Party: Thursday, November 21; 9:00am to 4:00pm; UCI Flagpoles: Submit your CalFresh application and complete your interview all on the same day! Applications are processed within one day, allowing you to access your benefits faster than the usual 30-day processing period. You must set up an appointment to participate. See CalFresh's benefits and eligibility for more details.

Volunteers Needed for the 47th Annual Mock Trial Competition: November 4 through November 19, Stanley Mosk Courthouse, LA: Work alongside with experienced attorneys and judges. Learn more and apply today.

Orange County Hispanic Bar Association (HBA): The following scholarships are open for students of Latino origin who are involved in the Latino community, particularly students with significant ties to Orange County.

  • 1Ls and 2Ls: Wally Davis ScholarshipAll materials must be postmarked by November 30.
  • 3Ls: Bar Stipend: All materials must be postmarked by March 31 for the July Bar Exam.

 

LOCAL ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCEMENTS

1Ls: Orange County Korean American Bar Association (OCKABA): Become a Student Representative: Help represent the organization by sharing OCKABA communications and receive priority in attending or volunteering for events. Apply by Monday, October 28 at 5:00pm.

Orange County Korean American Bar Association (OCKABA): 2024-2025 Mentorship Program: Seize the opportunity to build mentoring relationships with local attorneys. Sign-up by Monday, October 28 at 12:00pm. Program guidelines include:

  • Mentees initiate communication with their mentors within 1 week of being matched.
  • Meet at least once per quarter.
  • Mentorship Kick-Off Event on Tuesday, November 19.

Orange County Women Lawyers Association Foundation (OCWLA)OCWLA Student RepresentativeHelp promote opportunities available through OCWLA, volunteer for major events, attend monthly board meetings and more! Student representatives also benefit from various OCLWA resources.

3Ls: Orange County Women Lawyers Association Foundation (OCWLA)Bar Stipend Award: $1,000 will be given to students that best exemplifies the mission OCWLA, as well as a commitment to scholarship, community service, advancement of women or women’s issues, financial need, and to the Orange County community. Apply by Wednesday, November 20.

Announcement Reminders

1Ls: ASP 1L Skills Development Workshop SeriesSee Canvas page for all workshops.

Zot Wellness Fair: Wednesday, October 30; Student Center, Pacific Ballrooms; 11:00am to 3:00pm: Explore an array of campus and community resources, while enjoying therapy dogs, snacks, gift baskets and Target and Trader Joes gift cards giveaways, and much more!

1Ls: Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD): Success in Law School Mentoring Program: This mentoring program is available to diverse students, providing them with personalized mentoring from attorneys at the most prestigious law firms and corporate legal departments.  Register by Monday, November 18.

Mexican American Bar Foundation (MABF): Scholarship Awards Program: This award of up to $15,000 is open to students who demonstrate financial need, community service, leadership, and hardship in pursing education. Learn more and apply by Monday, February 10 at 11:59pm.

  

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                 Additional outside scholarships are listed on Tuition & Aid page.

This Week

Monday, October 28

11:45am to 1:15pm
Law Courtyard

Tuesday, October 29

11:30am to 12:30pm
Virtual
11:45am to 1:30pm
Law Courtyard
12:00pm to 12:50pm
EDU 1111
3:30pm to 4:30pm
Law Courtyard
3:45pm to 5:45pm
Virtual
5:30pm to 7:30pm
MPAA 100

Wednesday, October 30

9:00am to 10:00am
Law Courtyard 
9:00am to 10:00am 
Virtual
10:00am to 11:00am
Virtual
11:45am to 1:30pm
Law Courtyard
12:00pm to 1:00pm
EDU 1111
12:00pm to 1:00pm
MPAA 420
12:00pm to 1:00pm
Law Courtyard
12:00pm to 1:00pm 
MPAA 430
12:00pm to 1:00pm
LAW 3600
12:00pm to 1:00pm
MPAA 420
12:00pm to 1:00pm
EDU 1131
5:00pm to 6:00pm
Virtual

Thursday, October 31

9:00am to 10:00am 
Virtual 
10:00am to 11:00am 
Virtual
10:00am to 11:00am
Virtual
12:00pm to 1:00pm
11:45am to 1:30pm
Law Courtyard
12:00pm to 1:00pm
MPAA 420

Friday, November 1

12:00pm to 1:00pm 
EDU 1111 & EDU 1131
12:00pm to 1:15pm
LAW 3500
4:00pm to 5:00pm
Virtual
Next Week

Monday, November 4

10:00am to 11:00am
Virtual
12:00pm to 1:00pm
EDU 1111
12:00pm to 1:00pm
LAW 3750
6:00pm to 7:00pm
EDU 1131

Tuesday, November 5

7:00am to 8:00am
Virtual

Wednesday, November 6

Thursday, November 7

12:00pm to 1:00pm
Virtual
12:00pm to 1:00pm
MPAA 420
3:00pm to 4:00pm
Virtual
4:00pm to 5:00pm
3161 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612

Friday, November 8

12:00pm to 1:00pm
LAW 3500
12:00pm to 1:00pm
EDU 1111