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January 10, 2022 — Volume 11, Number 18

Welcome Back (Remotely!)

Welcome back! Per President Harris's December 22 communication, the Spring 2022 law school semester will begin with a remote learning model through January 23. As in previous semesters when the university was remote, all classes will be held on Zoom (accessible via Blackboard; Zoom web conferencing link in the left hand navigation panel) and recorded. All Spring 2022 students enrolled at USD must submit proof of COVID-19 booster vaccination to the MyWellness portal by January 14 (if they are eligible for a booster vaccine).

If you need access to a study space for your Zoom classes, you can reserve a room in the LRC or use the 2nd floor reading room.

We will hold a Law Student Town Hall on Friday, January 21 at 12:00pm. Please submit your questions in advance.

Please remember to monitor the Dean’s COVID-19 updates page, where the Dean’s School of Law specific updates are posted, and send any questions to lawstudentaffairs@sandiego.edu. The most recent Dean’s messages cover:

• Course recording policy and preserving a respectful learning environment that protects student privacy. 
• Booster Requirement
• LRC Operations (curbside pickup, operating hours, remote reference services, study space availability)
• Academic Success Resource Center Materials
• Connecting with Law Student Affairs at (619) 260-4651 and lawstudentaffairs@sandiego.edu
• Warren Hall maintaining normal operating hours

If you are experiencing any financial emergency circumstances that place in jeopardy your ability to complete your legal education, please review the information at the bottom of Sidebar on the Law Student in Need Fund website and the Toreros Together Emergency Fund for Students.

Important Dates & Deadlines

• Mon. Jan. 10: Spring classes begin
• Fri. Jan 14: Deadline to upload proof of COVID-19 booster vaccination to MyWellness portal
• Mon. Jan. 17: Martin Luther King Holiday (no classes, offices closed)
• Fri. Jan 21: Law Student Town Hall (submit questions here)

Upcoming Events

Monday, January 17

New Year, New You, New Us: Honoring Dr. King's Vision for Personal and Collective Freedom Monday, January 17, 2022 // 5 p.m. Virtual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. has been quoted as saying: “An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confin…Read More

Tuesday, January 18

	Student Bar Association (SBA) General Meeting Tuesday, January 18, 2022 // 12 p.m. Virtual The SBA General Meetings are typically held every other Tuesday, they are virtual for the time being, join here: 238 792 8322 For informatio…Read More
	The New Lawyer Division of the San Diego County Bar Association: Pro Tips for Law Students: Internships Tuesday, January 18, 2022 // 5:30 p.m. Virtual New Lawyer Division members will provide law students from USD, TJSL, and CWSL with general tips for success in securing internships. Studen…Read More

Wednesday, January 19

	Westlaw Motion Research Training Wednesday, January 19, 2022 // 9 a.m. Virtual Attend this 30 minute Westlaw training to learn how to quickly find relevant case law and statutes for your motion research assignment! Two …Read More
	APALSA: Leaders in the Law Wednesday, January 19, 2022 // 12 p.m. Virtual Come join APALSA's remote panel consisting of: Steve Chu, Assistant United States Attorney at the US Attorney's Office, Shireen Matthews, Pa…Read More

Thursday, January 20

Sport & Entertainment Law Society (SELS): The Legalities of the Influencer with Frank Poe Thursday, January 20, 2022 // 12 p.m. Virtual Join SELS as we discuss the legal implications of being a social media influencer with prominent influencer and celebrity dealmaker, Frank P…Read More

Friday, January 21

Law Student Town Hall Friday, January 21, 2022 // 12 p.m. Virtual (Invitation with Zoom meeting information sent to USD email address) Join Dean Schapiro for a Law Student Town Hall. Please submit your questions in advance using this form. The Zoom meeting link was sent by …Read More

Saturday, January 22

2022 Community Defenders Seminar: What’s Race Got to Do with It? If You Can’t Talk About It, It’s Already Out of Control Saturday, January 22, 2022 // 9 a.m. Virtual on Zoom The USD School of Law & Community Defenders, Inc. presents: What’s Race Got to Do with It? If You Can’t Talk About It,…Read More

Tuesday, January 25

	AccessLex: What You Need to Know About the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) Tuesday, January 25, 2022 // 12 p.m. Virtual The overwhelming majority of jurisdictions have adopted the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE). This session will cover each component of the UBE, inclu…Read More
	Student Bar Association: Budget Meeting Tuesday, January 25, 2022 // 12 p.m. Virtual Registered student organizations can request funding from SBA. To request funding, fill out and submit a Budget Request Form, available on t…Read More
	Tax Law Speaker Series Featuring Orly Mazur (SMU) Tuesday, January 25, 2022 // 12 p.m. Zoom (registration required to receive link) Orly Mazur Associate Professor of Law, SMU Dedman School of Law Biography Professor Mazur teaches and writes in the area of tax law. Her …Read More

Wednesday, January 26

AccessLex: Funding Your Bar Exam Experience Wednesday, January 26, 2022 // 12 p.m. Virtual Costs associated with sitting for the bar can add up, especially when you aren’t working yet. This session will help you estimate your…Read More

Thursday, January 27

Employment and Labor Law Society: The State of Employment Law Thursday, January 27, 2022 // 12 p.m. Virtual Join EALLS for a lunchtime discussion. The California Employment Lawyers Association(CELA) will discuss current trends in employment law and…Read More

Monday, January 31

JD/MSRE Concurrent Degree Information Session Monday, January 31, 2022 // 12 p.m. Remote Learn about USD's JD/MSRE concurrent degree program, in which you can earn your JD and MSRE degrees in four years. Please RSVP onl…Read More

Tuesday, February 1

Student Bar Association (SBA) General Meeting Tuesday, February 1, 2022 // 12 p.m. Virtual The SBA General Meetings are typically held every other Tuesday, they are virtual for the time being, join here: 238 792 8322 For informatio…Read More

Wednesday, February 2

	USD La Raza Law Students Association: A Reflection on 1L Grades Wednesday, February 2, 2022 // 12 p.m. Virtual All 1Ls are invited to join USD's La Raza Law Students on Wednesday, February 2nd at 12:00pm in this panel geared for 1Ls as we discuss acad…Read More
	AccessLex: The Road to Licensure Wednesday, February 2, 2022 // 4 p.m. Virtual Becoming a licensed attorney goes beyond graduating with your J.D. This session will walk you through the steps to licensure and help you fi…Read More

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Announcements

Save the Date: Law Student Town Hall, January 21 at 12:00pm

We will hold a Law Student Town Hall on Friday, January 21 at 12:00pm via Zoom. This is a chance for you to raise questions and concerns and to engage in a dialogue with Dean Schapiro and other administrators. Please submit your questions in advance. The Zoom link will be distributed as the date gets closer.

USD Legal Clinics: Openings for Spring 2022

Do an internship right here on campus. Join our on-site law office and gain skills working with actual clients on real legal cases. This is an experience that can boost your resume and prepare you for legal practice. We have a few spots remaining for the Spring 2022 semester in the following direct client service clinics: Civil, Education and Disability, State Income Tax (CA), and State Sales & Use Tax (CA). Apply online today. Please contact Legal Clinics Administrative Director Eric Austin at ericaustin-11@sandiego.edu or (619) 260-7640 with any questions about registration. Visit the Legal Clinics web page for more information about our clinic offerings.

Helix Bar Review 2L FREE Giveaway and 1L Mini-Outlines

Helix Bar Review by AccessLex is now offering 2L students the opportunity to win one of 1000 free July 2023 bar prep courses — reducing the stress and financial burden that bar prep can bring. Any current 2L student who takes the Helix Sneak Peek and completes just 10% of the content is automatically entered. 500 winners will be selected on each of two drawing dates — February 1 and April 1, 2022.

Free Helix 1L Mini-Outlines are now available! Covering frequently-tested topics in the following UBE subjects — Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law, Contracts, Criminal Law, Real Property and Torts — they’re perfect for reference or quick study.

Student Writing Competitions

Looking for a way to get published? Maybe earn some extra cash? Then consider entering a writing competition. Visit the Writing Competitions web page for current opportunities. There are a variety of topics that you can write an essay on. Current opportunities include the The American Kennel Club (AKC) Companion Animal Law Writing Contest and Marshall M. Schulman Criminal Law Student Writing Competition. Deadlines vary and new competitions are posted periodically, so check them out today!

Spring 2022 Off Campus Federal Work Study Application is Available

Students employed in unpaid, non-profit 501(c)(3) or government agency positions this fall can apply for funding through the Federal Work Study (FWS) program.

Students must submit the 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on the studentaid.gov website and request FWS on their FAFSAs. They will also need to submit the Off Campus Federal Work Study Application. If you have questions, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at (619)260-4570 or lawaid@sandiego.edu.

Students with Food or Housing Insecurity

Any student who faces challenges in securing food or reliable housing, which may affect their academic performance, is encouraged to contact the Office of Student Affairs (Hahn University Center, 232, studentaffairs@sandiego.edu or (619) 260-4588). Please visit the USD Food Pantry and Torero Closet website for additional information including the short registration form.

Law Student in Need Fund

Through the generosity of donors, the School of Law has established the Law Student in Need Fund to provide direct support for law students who are facing emergency circumstances that place in jeopardy their ability to complete their legal education. Additional funds have become available for student applicants and we are happy to announce the reopening of the Law Student in Need Fund application. Please visit the Law Student in Need Fund website for the funding guidelines and a link to the application. 

Law students are also eligible to apply to the Toreros Together Emergency Fund for Students. Law students who wish to apply for this fund should first apply to the Law Student in Need Fund. If you are not fully funded or need additional resources, you can apply to the Toreros Together Emergency Fund for Students here.

Applicants may not seek funding from both the Law Student in Need Fund and Toreros Together Emergency Fund for the same expense (i.e. cannot double-dip) unless the applicant is either denied or the total cost of the expense is not fully covered by one or the other. Contact: Office for Law Student Affairs

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