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September 22, 2025— Volume 15, Number 06
Evolving Doctrine Lecture Series Happening Today!
Join us for the first lecture in our Evolving Doctrine Lecture Series for this academic year. The Evolving Doctrine Lecture Series was established two years ago by request from our students to provide social and historical context to doctrinal courses. Each lecture highlights how legal doctrines particularly from first year courses have developed over time and their impact on society and our communities. These lectures supplement our doctrinal courses by connecting studies to current affairs and socio-legal challenges.
On September 22, 2025, Professor Amanda Shanor will explore Constitutional Change in the 20th & 21st Centuries. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with contemporary legal developments and enrich your understanding of constitutional law.
Click here for more information and to RSVP for lunch!
Save the Date: Wellness Week, October 6-9
Join Law Student Affairs for a week dedicated to recharging, refreshing, and finding balance. Mark your calendars and don’t miss these events:
Zen & the Art of Law School - Mindfulness and Stoic Practices for Calm in the Chaos – Kick off Wellness Week with a grounding session to build focus, resilience, and calm amidst the chaos of law school. RSVP for lunch!
Sip & Recharge (Smoothie Truck) – Stop by the Warren Hall Patio for a free smoothie with your student ID and enjoy a refreshing break.
Paws for a Break (Therapy Dogs) – Take a breather, cuddle with therapy dogs, and let our furry friends help you unwind. Docket, USD Law's Newest Canine Companion, might even make a surprise appearance! Want to know more about Docket? Read here.
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Upcoming Events
Monday, September 22Tuesday, September 23 | First General Meeting of The Trial Attorneys of USD Tuesday, September 23, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 3C Please join us for the first general meeting of the Trial Attorneys of USD! Get to know our board members and hear about the plan for the cu…Read More |  | First-Gen Gathering Tuesday, September 23, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Student Life Pavilion, Room 401 Join us for our First-Gen Gathering event taking place on Tuesday, September 23 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. in the Grad & Law Commons (SLP 40…Read More |  | JD as Me with Pride Law Tuesday, September 23, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Grace Courtroom Hosted by Pride Law
JD as Me is an annual panel series led by student organizations that centers student perspectives, fosters a sense…Read More |
Wednesday, September 24Thursday, September 25 | First OWLS General Meeting Thursday, September 25, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 2A Please join the Older, Wiser Law Student society for our first general meeting! Meet the board, enjoy some pizza, and get to know your fello…Read More |  | STMS: First General Body Meeting Thursday, September 25, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 3C St. Thomas More Society, the Catholic law students association, will hold its first meeting of the semester on Thursday, September 25. Come …Read More |  | TLT General Body Meeting Thursday, September 25, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Pardee Legal Research Center, Room 113 USD Transactional Law Team general body meeting and tryout information session.…Read More |  | Careers in Plaintiffs Class Action & Mass Tort Panel and Reception Thursday, September 25, 2025 // 3:30 p.m.
Warren Hall, Courtroom Do you have an interest in representing PLAINTIFFS in complex litigation cases, mass torts actions, or class actions?
Did you enter law sch…Read More |  | Yoga in the Garden Thursday, September 25, 2025 // 4 p.m.
KIPJ, Room Garden of the Sea We are excited to bring back our monthly series: Yoga in the Garden! This event offers the opportunity to relax and stretch in the beautiful…Read More |  | Theology on Tap Thursday, September 25, 2025 // 7 p.m.
Student Life Pavilion, Room 401 University Ministry and Graduate Student Life are excited to partner and host one of our most popular events: Theology on Tap. Taking place …Read More |
Friday, September 26Monday, September 29 | International Business Transactions: Past, Present, Future Monday, September 29, 2025 // 9 a.m.
Warren Hall, Grace Courtroom A Mini-Conference Honoring Professor Ralph Folsom & Celebrating Publication of the 14th Edition of Folsom, Van Alstine, Ramsey & Sch…Read More |  | 1L Legal Writing Training with LexisNexis Monday, September 29, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 131 Join Ben Weiss from LexisNexis, at one of these three upcoming legal writing events! At Each Session you’ll earn $5 (350 Points,) and …Read More |  | FGLP First General Meeting Monday, September 29, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 3A Please join us for the first general meeting! Get to know our board members and hear about the plan for the current year going forward! Food…Read More |  | Health Law Society General Body Meeting Monday, September 29, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 3D Join Health Law Society for our first general body meeting of the year! Meet the board, hear about upcoming events, and grab a bite! RSVP fo…Read More |  | Public Benefits Tabling Monday, September 29, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room Writs Lounge Stop by PILF's Public Benefits table in the Writs for information about public benefits that you may qualify for!…Read More |
Tuesday, September 30 | Cafecito Y Conchas Tuesday, September 30, 2025 // 10 a.m.
Student Life Pavilion, Room 401 Join GSL for "Cafecito Y Conchas" in honor of Hispanic Heritage month! Stop by SLP 401 for some cafecito (coffee) and conchas (Mexican baked…Read More |  | WLC First General Meeting Tuesday, September 30, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 3B Please join WLC at our First General Meeting on September 30, 2025. Get to know our executive board, learn about WLC membership, and hear ab…Read More |
Wednesday, October 1 | Hone Your Skills: Closing Arguments Wednesday, October 1, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 3D Join Trial Attorneys of USD, USD Law National Mock Trial, Criminal Law Society to learn about and observe closing arguments from experienced…Read More |
Thursday, October 2 | Amanda Knox Live at USD: False Confessions Thursday, October 2, 2025 // 9:30 a.m.
KIPJ, Room Theatre An overflow room has been added to accommodate interest in this event.
Amanda Knox Live at USD: False Confessions
Join your fellow T…Read More |  | Lunchtime with CEB Thursday, October 2, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 131 Come have lunch with your CEB student reps to learn more about the CEB platform and how it can guide you to law school success!…Read More |  | USDLP General Meeting & Q&A: Pursuing a Progressive Political Career with a JD Degree Thursday, October 2, 2025 // 12 p.m.
Warren Hall, Room 2A Please join the USD Law Progressives at our first general meeting of the year! After going through some brief announcements, we will engage …Read More |
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Announcements
Announcements from SBA
Upcoming Meetings
September 23, 2025 - Noon-12:50 p.m. - SBA Budget Committee - ZOOM
September 30, 2025 - Noon-12:50 p.m. - SBA General Meeting - WH 2A
View SBA current Bylaws HERE.
Campus Concerns and Comments Form
Volunteer for the Name and Gender Marker Change Clinic
USD's Name and Gender Marker Change Clinic is seeking volunteers! If you have already completed our volunteer training and shadowed a clinic session, please reach out to volunteer.transclinic.sandiego@gmail.com and sign up to volunteer today. If you have not completed our training or shadowed a clinic session, reach out to us for more information.
La Raza 1L Rep
Consider applying to be a La Raza 1L representative! You can attend board meetings, represent us in SBA, and make a real difference by getting involved. Come join la familia!
APALSA 1L Rep Applications
Are you a 1L interested in getting involved? Become a 1L Representative for APALSA! As a rep, you’ll share information about events with your section, have the chance to develop your leadership skills, and make a positive impact on your law school experience. Don’t miss out—apply by filling out this form.
Scholarship
Check out a comprehensive list of both USD and external scholarships to help fund your studies HERE.
Outside Scholarship Highlights
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.
Goostree Law Group Bright Futures Scholarship $2,500 - To apply, you must be in need of financial assistance, be a permanent resident of the U.S., and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Deadline: September 17th, 2025
Justice for All Scholarship $1,000 - JD or LLM student with a GPA of at least 3.0 and are a US citizen or permanent resident of the US. Deadline: September 22, 2025
First Generation College Student Scholarship $2,500 - Must be a first-generation college student and a citizen or permanent resident and enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program within the US. Deadline: October 1st, 2025
San Diego Future Legal Leaders Scholarship $1,000 - Enrolled in a pre-law, paralegal, or J.D. program with 3.0 GPA or higher. Campus within 60 miles of San Diego. Deadline: October 15th, 2025
The Dominguez Firm Legal Scholarship $2,500 - Must be a US citizen or permanent resident. Is currently enrolled in law school and desires to use the legal system to help others or improve society. GPA of 3.0 or higher. Deadline: December 31st, 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.
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 Office at lawaid@sandiego.com to request a CalFresh letter to submit with your application as supporting documentation. It is also recommended to include a copy of the 25-26 FAFSA Submission Summary (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) received by email from the Department of Education - Federal Student Aid after submitting the FAFSA) along with the CalFresh application, and USD supporting letter.
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.
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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