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February 24, 2025— Volume 14, Number 25
Take the Law School Survey of Student Engagement (LSSSE)
Students can submit proof of completing their LSSSE survey for a chance to win USD Law swag, including picnic chairs, waist packs, and more! Prize drawings will take place on March 11th, accompanied by Stella Jean's ice cream cart at Warren Hall. Free ice cream will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for those who show proof of LSSSE completion!
The LSSSE is a national survey on legal education, administered by unbiased researchers external to USD. The survey helps us learn what needs attention at our law school to improve your experiences here, and we rely on it as an important source of information. It is crucial that we get as many students to respond as possible so that the data we receive from LSSSE is as representative of the entire student body as possible. Please use your own unique survey URL to complete the survey or go to lawschoolsurvey.org and click on the “don’t have my login ID” prompt.
Evolving Doctrine Lecture Series - Constitutional Law and Legitimacy
Many observers today wonder about the legitimacy of the U.S. Supreme Court, particularly after the overruling of significant decisions. Join us as Professor Tara Grove discusses "Constitutional Law and Legitimacy". This discussion will explore such concerns, with a focus on both contemporary and historical debates about the role of the Supreme Court in our constitutional democracy. RSVP for lunch!
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Upcoming Events
Monday, February 24 | BTFY: Centers for Public Interest Law Monday, February 24, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Grace Courtroom Did you know we have three public interest-focused centers here at USD law that offer courses and clinical opportunities? Find out how you c…Read More |  | International Tax Panel Monday, February 24, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 131 Come learn about the field of International Tax Law from our esteemed panelests: Andrea Cisneros-Valdez of RJS LAW, Elizabeth Lieb of PWC, a…Read More |  | USD School of Law Tax Speaker Series: Omri Marian UC Irvine Monday, February 24, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 2A Omri Marian
Professor of Law
UC Irvine School of Law
Students Welcome - Lunch provided
Expertise:
International taxation, compara…Read More |
Tuesday, February 25 | Careers in Criminal Appellate Law Tuesday, February 25, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 315 Please come and join Criminal Law Society and Moot Court in a panel on Careers in Criminal Appellate Work! We will have Deputy District Atto…Read More |  | Intersections of IP and Business Law Panel Tuesday, February 25, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 3B Join IPLA and BLS for a panel of attorneys from Wilson Sonsini to discuss intersections of IP and business law. Learn from seasoned pr…Read More |  | LRC Crafternoon: Friendship Bracelets Tuesday, February 25, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Pardee Legal Research Center, Room LRC first floor across from the Circulation Desk The LRC knows you're in your law school era, so come take a study break by crafting a friendship bracelet with our staff and librarians! We …Read More |  | MELSA General Meeting Tuesday, February 25, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Pardee Legal Research Center, Room 132 It's MELSA's first general meeting of the semester…Read More |  | Meet U.S. Tax Court Senior Judge Joseph Robert Goeke! Tuesday, February 25, 2025 // 5:30 p.m.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP, Downtown Location: 525 B Street, Suite 2200 San Diego, CA 92101 The evening will feature a presentation by Judge Goeke, followed by a Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask questions d…Read More |  | Paul A. McLennon, Sr., Honors Moot Court Competition Final Round and Awards Event Tuesday, February 25, 2025 // 5:30 p.m.
Warren Hall, Grace Courtroom The Paul A. McLennon, Sr., Honors Moot Court Competition provides an opportunity for students to develop their brief writing and advocacy sk…Read More |
Wednesday, February 26 | AAPIs on the Bench Wednesday, February 26, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 3D Join us for a panel discussion with Judge Mark Cumba and Judge Steve Chu, two Judicial Officers from the California Asian-Pacific American J…Read More |  | Careers in Public Law Panel Wednesday, February 26, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 133 Join us to learn about careers in public law from Heather Ferbert, the recently elected City Attorney for the City of San Diego, Michael J. …Read More |  | Lexis+ Shepard's Event Wednesday, February 26, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 131 Join Ben to learn about Shepard’s – the gold standard for citation validation for over 150 years! Learn how to use it to confirm…Read More |  | Black Grads Matter Wednesday, February 26, 2025 // 4 p.m.
Student Life Pavilion, Room 401 Join us as we celebrate Black History Month with our Black Grads Matter program! We will have food and beverages and engage in the topic 'Th…Read More |  | Trivia with Trial Lawyers Wednesday, February 26, 2025 // 7 p.m.
Mavericks: 860 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 Do you struggle with networking? Hoping to expand your career opportunities? Join us for Trivia! This is your chance to make valuable connec…Read More |
Thursday, February 27Friday, February 28 | Salsa/Bachata/Cumbia Night Friday, February 28, 2025 // 6 p.m.
Hahn University Center, Forum C La Raza will be having our FIRST EVER dance night! Come join us for a fun-filled night of dance, food, and good company. The event kicks off…Read More |  | VICAM Annual Gala Fundraiser Friday, February 28, 2025 // 6 p.m.
La Gran Terraza Join us for a special evening of celebration, culture, and community at the VICAM Annual Gala! This event is not only a chance to support th…Read More |
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Announcements
Announcements from SBA
SBA Elections
If you would like to be on SBA for 2025-2026 here are some important dates:
- Campaigning: March 10-16
- Voting: March 17-21
These are subject to change if any complications arise. If you have any question about eligibility, please look at the rules posted on the SBA corkboard outside of the office! Link to SBA Spring 2025 Elections Declaration Form: https://forms.gle/nKvANATPe3Uu81wN6
Upcoming Events:
Barristers Ball:
April 5
6-11PM
Location: Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institute
Theme: Jellyfish Ball
Ticket Price Scale: $65-$85
- Monday, February 24: Tickets open up to 3Ls and 4Ps at 5PM
- Wednesday, February 26: Tickets open up to 2Ls at 9AM
- Friday, February 28: Tickets open up to everyone including 1Ls at 9AM
Eventbrite link for tickets
Sales close when tickets run out so get them while you can and get excited!! (*Each USD Law student can only buy two tickets each)
Upcoming Meetings
February 26, 2025 - Noon-12:50 p.m. - SBA General Meeting - WH 2A
March 5, 2025 - Noon-12:50 p.m. - SBA Budget Committee - ZOOM
DSAC Minutes
Campus Concerns and Comments Form
Sign-Up For Mock Trial Tryouts
Are you interested in trying out for Mock Trial? Well, now is your chance! Our tryouts will be March 28th - March 30th in Warren Hall. Sign-up's are now open! Please fill out this form. Our intramural tryout case file has been released. If you need to be emailed a copy of the case file, please email mocktrialsd@gmail.com .
If you have any questions at all, please send us an email! Good Luck to all who try out!
Register for the July Bar Exam on March 1st!
Registration for the California Bar Exam opens on March 1, 2025, usually at 12:00am. You should sign up for the bar exam as soon as possible, as seats and time slots are limited.
You can find instructions on how to register here. If you are planning on taking the bar exam in a different jurisdiction, please be sure to visit their website as soon as possible to ensure that you do not miss any important deadlines.
For advising on the bar exam, contact lawacademicsuccess@sandiego.edu or make an appointment with Alyssa Koubratoff or Michael Brooks on the Academic Success & Bar Programs team at www.calendly.com/asbp.
Calling for 1L volunteers
Calling for 1L volunteers to help with VICAM’s 17th Annual Michael Thorsnes Pre-Moot Tournament at USD on March 1-2, 2025. If you are interested in volunteering, email joedoucette@sandiego.edu by Thursday, February 27.
Outside Scholarship Highlights
Check out a comprehensive list of both USD and external scholarships to help fund your studies HERE. Pay special attention to this list as it updates frequently.
Below is a partial listing of outside scholarships of interest for USD Law students. For a complete listing, please visit Outside Scholarships on the USD School of Law Financial Aid website.
Schlanger Law Group LLP 2025 Scholarship Opportunity $2,000 - Available to JD and graduate students who are currently enrolled. Deadline: February 28, 2025
Graduate Student Life
Are you interested in connecting with other grad students across USD? Grad Life offers a wide variety of programming for grad and law students. See the events calendar and sign up for the newsletter! Check out the Grad and Law Student Handbook as well!
Student Writing Competitions
Looking for a way to get published? Maybe earn some extra cash? Then consider entering a writing competition. Visit Writing Competitions webpage for current opportunities. Deadlines vary and new competitions are posted periodically.
The Fred Gray Civil Rights Writing Competition
Texas Tech University School of Law has partnered with The Lanier Law Firm and the Fred D. Gray Institute for Human and Civil Rights to offer this writing competition to law students around the nation. Click HERE for detailed information about the writing competition, including the essay topic guidelines and submission process (e.g., essays must be between 5,000 and 8,000 words, and the submission deadline is 11:59 p.m. (CST) on Friday, February 28, 2025.)
CalFresh Program
We recognize the importance of the CalFresh Program available to eligible, enrolled students and strongly encourage all to apply. CalFresh provides food resources in the form of an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, which works like a debit card. This program helps many graduate and professional students purchase groceries 12 months a year. Visit CalFresh at https://students.getcalfresh.org/ to start your application. If you have questions about eligibility or need assistance with your application, please contact a CalFresh representative. Approval is determined by CalFresh and the State of California. Please contact the USD School of Law Financial Aid at lawaid@sandiego.com to request a CalFresh letter to submit with your application. It is also recommended to include a copy of the 24-25 FAFSA Submission Summary received by email after submitting the FAFSA along with the CalFresh application. The FAFSA Submission Summary summarizes the information you reported on your FAFSA form and includes your estimated eligibility for federal funding, and your Student Aid Index (SAI).
USD Food Pantry and Torero Closet
The USD Food Pantry in Hahn University Center (UC) 116 includes: food, school supplies, hygiene supplies, laundry detergent, etc. Additionally, we have a refrigerator and freezer to offer students fresh produce, dairy, and additional protein options.
The Torero Closet’s mission is to provide support and resources to members of the USD community who are low income students who express need, identify as former foster youth, homeless or at risk for homelessness, and those students who were emancipated minors or in legal guardianships. It is located at 5330 Linda Vista Road, just south of the West Parking Lot.
Student Wellness Group
Check out the variety of wellness groups that are open to USD students. Fill out this form to get connected.
Timely Care
is a FREE, incredible resource for all USD students! You can access healthcare, counseling, exercise classes, and more - 24/7
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