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  • Pro Bono Opportunity: PLSE Pardon Project

    Attorney Sarah Coyle will be conducting a virtual training session for Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity’s Pardon Project on Tuesday, October 28, from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. This project is eligible for pro bono credit.

    Attorney Sarah Coyle will be conducting a virtual training session for Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity’s Pardon Project on Tuesday, October 28, from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. This project is eligible for pro bono credit.

    Please RSVP to Rashida West, Kline Law’s director of pro bono & public interest programs, at rtw27@drexel.edu if you will be attending the training. The hour training session can count toward your pro bono hours as long as you participate in the project

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    10.25

  • Legal Education Police Practices Consortium Fellowship Program

    Deadline: November 12

    Kline Law is a member of the ABA Legal Education Police Practices Consortium, which aims to contribute to the national effort examining and addressing legal issues in policing and public safety, including conduct, oversight, and the evolving nature of police work.

    The Kline School of Law is a member of the ABA Legal Education Police Practices Consortium. The Consortium aims to contribute to the national effort examining and addressing legal issues in policing and public safety, including conduct, oversight, and the evolving nature of police work. The Consortium will leverage the ABA’s expertise and that of participating ABA accredited law schools to collaborate on projects to develop and implement better police practices throughout the United States.

    Each member school will select a Fellow for the spring term. They will be working collaboratively with the ABA and Fellows from other member law schools. A fuller description of the Fellowship is attached.

    The Fellow will receive a grant of $2000 and will be expected to work 10 hours per week over the course of the Spring Semester.

    Interested students should apply by sending a brief cover letter and resume to Dean Filler at lawdean@drexel.edu. For any questions, please reach out to Dean Filler. Applications will be accepted up to November 12 at 11:59 pm ET with a decision made by the end of the month.

    10.25

  • Join the Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law Inn of Court

    Expand your network. Be exposed to new ideas. Find mentorship.

    Q. What is an Inn of Court?
    A. An association of lawyers, judges, law professors, and law students dedicated to professional excellence. Our Inn is affiliated with the national American Inns of Court organization. There are Inns across the country, and Inns in England that date from the 14th century.

    Q. How does joining the Inn benefit me?
    A. You have the opportunity to network with judges, lawyers from multiple practice areas, and law professors. You will be provided with opportunities for mentorship from distinguished members of the bench and bar. Also, the Inns of Court are well-known and recognized by attorneys across the country, including future employers, as a hallmark of dedication to excellence.

    Q. What would I do as part of an Inn of Court?
    A. You will be part of our regular meetings which offer networking and socialization, mentorship, and education through presentations on a variety of legal issues. You will also be placed into a pupilage group.

    Q. When and where are the meetings?
    A. Most of the meetings are approximately monthly on Tuesday evenings.

    Q. How to I join?
    A. Email your resume to: scott.berger@colorado.edu.

    For more information, visit our website.

    10.18

  • Share Your Voice: LRC and LawTech Survey

    How can the LRC and LawTech serve you better? Please take our brief survey to share your experiences and let us know what you'd like to see in the future!

    How can the LRC and LawTech serve you better? Please take our brief survey to share your experiences and let us know what you'd like to see in the future! Students who complete the survey can win a raffle for a $25 Starbucks gift card.

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    10.4

  • Diversity and Inclusion Committee (DiveIN) 1L Student Fellow

    Deadline: October 15

    Fellows are expected to attend the majority of DiveIN meetings and events and to play an active role in promoting diversity, inclusion and well-being at the law school.

    DiveIN seeks 1L students to serve as Fellows on the Committee. Fellows helps promote student ideas and perspective, and spread the word about DiveIN events. Fellows are expected to attend the majority of DiveIN meetings and events and to play an active role in promoting diversity, inclusion and well-being at the law school. Fellows are encouraged to remain on the Committee for the duration of their time in law school, but the initial commitment begins January 2022.

    What is the Diversity and Inclusion Committee?

    The Kline School of Law aims to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone and is committed to diversity and inclusion among our students, staff, and faculty. We are a community of members with diverse backgrounds and we want each member to feel welcomed, respected, encouraged and supported. An environment of inclusion improves learning and overall quality of life for all of us. The committee is tasked with finding ways to ensure that the school meets this mission.

    How to Apply

    If you are interested in serving as a Fellow, please submit the following materials to the Diversity & Inclusion Committee at divein_klinelaw@drexel.edu.

    • Resume
    • Statement of Interest detailing your interest in the committee and your experience with diversity and inclusion

    Deadline to apply: Friday, October 15

    Students will be selected based on the following criteria:

    • Commitment and Interest in the committee’s mission (required)
    • Experience with diversity and inclusion (preferred)
    • Organization & attention to detail

    10.4

  • DiveIN + Be Well Week Begins October 11

    Mid-semester can be a stressful time for some students and we encourage you to participate in various events and take notice of various resources that will be made available.

    Beginning Monday, October 11, which falls right after the ABA designated Law Student Mental Health Day, you will see a lot going on virtually and in the building around mental health and wellness. Mid-semester can be a stressful time for some students and we encourage you to participate in various events and take notice of various resources that will be made available, including informational videos, mindfulness activities and other opportunities. Details to follow.

    10.4

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