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Lawyers as Agents of Social Change
Chautauqua Institution – Chautauqua Lake, NY August 22-26, 2012
A program is being offered over the summer that would be an excellent experience for Pre-Law Students here at UB. The program is being led by Professors Bernadette Gargano and Monica Piga Wallace of the UB Law School. Students will participate in a variety of lectures, workshops, and excursions at the Chautauqua Institution through August 22 – 26, including in the Sixth Annual International Humanitarian Law Dialogues — the only event of this kind in the world. Sponsored by the Discovery Seminars Program at UB.
The cost is $1400 and includes transportation, lodging, meals and admissions fees to the Chautauqua Institute. Target Audience are rising sophomore, juniors and seniors. No pre-requisites or special skills are necessary.
Excursions Also Include:
- Tour the Robert Jackson Center and learn about Justice Jackson, an upstate New York lawyer who rose to prominence as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice and the Chief Counsel for the U.S. at the first Nuremberg Trial in 1945 and 1946
- Tour a NYS Supreme Court courthouse, where participants will watch a court proceeding, interact with personnel, and discuss the roles and duties of different courthouse personnel.
Why Should You Participate - Opportunities to gain an understanding of the role jurists, practitioners, and supporting staff play in local, national, and global forums.
- Identify and describe how local, national, and international laws are influences by different communities and belief sets
- Develop an understanding of the role of the United States in the wider global community and the ability to critically evaluation legal issues and assess potential outcomes.
An interesting discussion on how to interpret the Constitution. One of many videos that you can find that give you an introduction to defining legal issues!
The admissions process for law school is becoming increasing competitive. According to law school admissions officers, your LSAT* score is the single most important factor for gaining entrance into law school. This makes your decision about how to prepare for the LSAT critical.
Between March 15th and April 15th, Kaplan is giving you the opportunity to preview a Free LSAT Class. At this event, you will learn valuable strategies from an LSAT expert and discover the reasons why more people get into law school with a Kaplan LSAT course than with all other major courses combined.‡
Choose to attend one of our free LSAT classes live and online in our Classroom AnywhereTM environment:
Take advantage of this opportunity to experience valuable instruction that will help you succeed on the LSAT, and learn why Kaplan is the only choice when it comes to your LSAT preparation.
June 2 – 29th, 2012 **The application deadline is March 16, 2012.**
From UB Law School’s website:
Recognizing the shortage of minorities entering the field of law, this program is designed to:
Provide an immersive experience targeting undergraduates interesting in pursuing a career in law
Expose students to critical thinking and help them to develop reading and analytical skills
Provide an in-depth and thorough experience within a four-week summer residency program
This program is at no cost to participants. All program costs are covered, including room & board. Participants will also receive a $900 stipend.
This program is intended for undergraduate applicants who have completed their freshman or sophomore year, but who will not commence their junior year prior to the end of the program and are:
Your law school personal statement can be the deciding factor for acceptance. This session will teach you how to write a winning essay that will positively impact your overall law school application.
The Law School Personal Statement
February 29th, 3:00 – 4:00 pm. 111 Norton Hall.
The Collegiate Science & Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) is hosting Annual CSTEP Law Day this TODAY, Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 5:00pm in 102 O’Brian Hall (North Campus).
The event will present an opportunity for undergraduate students to:
Network with current UB Law Students as they share their own law school experiences
Speak directly with a recruiter from UB Law School
Participate in a panel discussion about the issues students face during the law school application process
Discuss LSAT and personal statement strategies
ADDITIONALLY: There will be a presentation regarding the SUNY Buffalo Law School
LSAC DiscoverLaw.org Program which is a 4-week summer scholarship program. Those who participate will receive a $900 stipend. They are looking for rising freshman and sophomore students of color and/or first generation college students interested in the legal profession. For more info visit: http://www.law.buffalo.edu/scholarsProgram/home.asp
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and hear from professionals in a variety of science related industries including education, sustainability, research, life sciences, patent law and more. Can’t make it to this workshop? See below for more tips, resources, etc.
Biology Majors: Unexplored Career Opportunities Panel Discussion
Wed., Feb. 22, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
145A Student Union, UB North Campus
Attend this panel discussion to learn about some of the possible career paths that you could explore using your Biological Sciences major. This program is part of Career Services’ Biology-Major of the Month program.
Panelists Include:
Dave Bauer, President of Sustainable Earth Solutions; Former Environmental Science Teacher at Alden High School. BA/MS, Education Biology, Creativity, Change Leadership *
Peter Trabold, Manager, Bacteriology at ZeptoMetrix; BA Biology and Philosophy; PhD Molecular and Cellular Biology; MBA Biotechnology Management
Rebecca Stadler, Registered Patent Attorney, Managing Partner at Del Vecchio and Stadler; BA, Biological Sciences and Psychology, JD Law; MEng, Chemical Engineering
(Not Yet Confirmed) Tiffany Vanderwerf, Curator of Education at the Buffalo Zoo; BA Biology; MS Psychology/Neurobiology and Behavior *
June 2 – 29th, 2012 **The application deadline is March 16, 2012.**
From UB Law School’s website:
Recognizing the shortage of minorities entering the field of law, this program is designed to:
Provide an immersive experience targeting undergraduates interesting in pursuing a career in law
Expose students to critical thinking and help them to develop reading and analytical skills
Provide an in-depth and thorough experience within a four-week summer residency program
This program is at no cost to participants. All program costs are covered, including room & board. Participants will also receive a $900 stipend.
This program is intended for undergraduate applicants who have completed their freshman or sophomore year, but who will not commence their junior year prior to the end of the program and are:
Law School Application Process February 16th, Thursday, 3:30 – 4:20 pm. 145D Student Union.
We will discuss the entire application process including: timelines; academics; extracurricular activities; the online application materials; financial aid; the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT); the Law School Admission Council (LSAC); the Law School Database Assembly Service (LSDAS); and researching schools (The Official Guide to ABA-Approved Law Schools, the Boston College Law School Locater); as well as recommended courses, majors, and reading.
Have Dean’s Certifications for law school applications? Drop them off here. Visit the Dean’s Certifications page for instructions on how to submit your forms for processing.
