The 2010 UNLV Law Fair

Hello, folks! Get ready to meet the law school of your dreams! Want to know which schools are coming? So far, we've got 56 ABA-approved law schools on the list! Here they are on a map. Below, find the list!


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American University Washington College of Law
Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
Brigham Young University Law School
Chapman University School of Law
Charlotte School of Law
Creighton University School of Law
Drake University Law School
Drexel University's Earle Mack School of Law
Fordham Law School
Golden Gate University School of Law
Gonzaga University School of Law
Hofstra Law School
Lewis and Clark Law School
Liberty University School of Law
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
Mississippi College School of Law
Pacific McGeorge School of Law
Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law
Phoenix School of Law
Seattle University School of Law
South Texas College of Law
Southwestern Law School
Syracuse University College of Law
Texas Tech University School of Law
Texas Wesleyan School of Law
The John Marshall Law School
The University o Tennessee College of Law
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Touro College Law Center
Tulane University Law School
Univeristy of Arizona's James E. Rogers College of Law
Univeristy of California Hastings College of the Law
University of Baltimore School of Law
University of Cincinnati College of Law
University of Colorado Law School
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
University of Houston Law Center
University of Idaho College of Law
University of Illinois College of Law
University of Maryland School of Law
University of Minnesota Law School
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
University of Nevada Las Vegas William S. Boyd School of Law
University of New Mexico School of Law
University of Oregon School of Law
University of San Diego School of Law
University of San Francisco School of Law
University of Toledo College of Law
University of Utay SJ Quinney College of Law
Univesity of Wyoming College of Law
Washburn University School of Law
Western State University College of Law
Whittier Law School
Widener University School of Law
Willamette University College of Law
Yeshiva University Benjamin Cardozo School of Law

Internship Opportunity w/ Conservative Candidate's Campaign

Dear UNLV Prelaw Students,

Here is an opportunity to intern with a conservative candidate for US Congress. This is posted as a courtesy on behalf of the Fiore campaign. Please remember that UNLV Prelaw does not endorse any particular political party, candidate or platform. This is posted for your information:

Deadline: 5/20/2010

Intern Description for spring and summer term

Interns must be able to go door-to-door and conduct interviews with residents in targeted precincts. We provide walk literature and designated contacts for field work.

Interns must be able to maintain courteous conversation with targeted voters and take comprehensive notes of conversation while also directing exact questions for our micro-targeted voter campaign.

If willing to be a team leader, interns must have reliable transportation available at all times. Interns must sign a non-compete clause and confidentiality agreement.

All interns are required to maintain a regular schedule and most importantly be reliable.

Intern work includes attending events in the evening hours and representing the candidate at an array of functions.

Paid for by Fiore for Congress

If you are interested in joining our campaign please contact our chief-of-staff, Elicia Huffaker at 702-210-8460. We are looking for dedicated interns to start today.

We will work with your University to give you credit hours for your work. This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to learn about politics first hand and to meet many people with similar political views.

-UNLV Prelaw

Intern in a Local Law Office

Thinking about going to law school?

Before you make the decision, find out what the career is like by experiencing it from the inside.

UNLV's Department of Political Science has recently inaugurated a cooperative internship program with several local attorneys. Their firms are now on our roster and they have positions available for both the Summer and Fall of 2010.

Learn what the career is really like and earn academic credit at the same time.

For information about these positions, contact Dr. Steven Parker, Internship Coordinator, at parkers@unlv.nevada.edu

-UNLV Prelaw

Free Webinar with GREAT INFO!

Dear UNLV Prelaw Students,

Here is a free webinar put on by the good folks at Michigan State University. This webinar features my colleague from the Western Association of Prelaw Advisors (WAPLA), Eileen Doyle Crane. I highly recommend this, folks! Take note of the EST times!

Expert Advice for the 2011 or 2012 Law School Applicant Thursday, April 29, 7:30 to 8:15 p.m. EST This webinar is geared toward those individuals who wish to begin law school in 2011 or 2012. Among the topics to be covered by the presenters are: • Arriving at the decision to pursue a law degree • Steps involved with assembling a competitive application • Options and insights about LSAT preparation • Researching law schools and legal careers • Costs, Returns, and Indebtedness Presenters for this webinar are: Eileen Doyle Crane has counseled thousands of aspiring law students over the last 17 years as prelaw advisor at Brigham Young University and Utah Valley University. Ms. Crane has served as the President of the Western Association of Prelaw Advisors and as Chair of the Prelaw Advisors National Council (PLANC). In her prelaw advising career she has visited 92 US law schools and she routinely serves as a presenter at prelaw advisor conferences. Ava Preacher is assistant dean for the College of Arts and Letters at the University of Notre Dame, where she has served as the primary prelaw advisor since 1993. She provides assistance and counsel to both current undergraduates and alumni throughout all phases of the admissions-application cycle. Dean Preacher twice has served as president of the Midwest Association of Prelaw Advisors and has been a member of the PLANC. Gregory Shaffer has served as coordinator of pre-law advising at the University of Maryland at College Park since 2003. As the primary advisor to one of the nation’s largest programs for students and graduates who go on to law school, he provides assistance on a range of issues relating to admission to law school and legal careers. Mr. Shaffer routinely interacts with admission deans from a cross section of law schools in all regions of the country. Webinar Details.pdf Please register in advance (go to the “register” tab and check the “Advice for the 2011 or 2012 Law School Applicant” webinar option).

-UNLV Prelaw

Capital Semester -- DC Internships

Dear UNLV Prelaw Students,

Here is an opportunity that you might be interested in. It's posted as a courtesy. Remember to research any travel or internship opportunity thoroughly before applying or (especially) sending any money:

CAPITAL SEMESTER
August 28 – December 11, 2010
Georgetown University , Washington , DC
www.DCinternships.org/CS
Fall 2010 Application Deadline: June 1, 2010

Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies, the Capital Semester program combines a substantive professional experience in public policy, international affairs or economics for 25 hours a week with a challenging academic experience at Georgetown University. This fast-paced, fifteen-week residential program provides students from around the world with the opportunities to gain an edge in today’s competitive job market and graduate school admissions, and experience the excitement of Washington first-hand.

SAMPLE PAST INTERNSHIP SITES

• Aerospace Industries Association
• American Legislative Exchange Council
• Children's Rights Council
• Congressional Offices
• Eastman Kodak
• First Book
• Foreign Embassies
• Institute for World Politics
• New Leaders for New Schools
• Philanthropy Roundtable
• U.S. Department of Education
• U.S. Department of Justice
• U.S. Department of the Treasury

PROGRAM COMPONENTS

• Internships – Competitive placements with government agencies, congressional offices, public policy groups, international affairs organizations and nonprofit organizations
• Classes – 12 credit hours in political science and economics and from Georgetown University
• Housing – Roommate matching and f urnished Capitol Hill apartments in the heart of D.C.
• Guest Lectures – With Washington’s top policy and economics experts
• Exclusive Briefings – At the World Bank, State Department, U.S. Capitol and Federal Reserve
• Leadership & Professional Development – Leadership, mentoring and career building activities
• Networking – Interaction with seasoned professionals and student leaders from around the world
• Scholarships – Generous scholarships are awarded based on merit and financial need

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the final application deadline of June 1. Students are encouraged to apply early in order to receive priority scholarship consideration and internship placement. Details about the program and an online application may be found at www.DCinternships.org/CS. Questions may be directed to Mary Connell, Recruitment and Admissions Director, at mconnell@tfas.org or 202.986.0384.

Fund For American Studies
1706 New Hampshire Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20009

-UNLV Prelaw

Logical Reasoning Challenge for a Free TestMasters Course!

[Note: This notice is posted as a courtesy on behalf of a private LSAT prep company. Please note that UNLV Prelaw does not endorse any particular LSAT prep company. If you choose to use an LSAT prep company, be sure to research your options to find the one that is the best fit for you. -UNLV Prelaw]

An Offer from TestMasters:

Dear Students,

TestMasters invites you to take The LSAT Challenge. Students are given a chance to answer one difficult LSAT logical reasoning question. Each student who answers his or her question correctly will receive a scholarship voucher for half off the TestMasters full-length course—a $725 value! The LSAT Challenge offers every student a chance to win.

All current University of Nevada – Las Vegas undergraduate students are eligible to participate. To register, please log on to http://www.lsatchallenge.com/unlv. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at info@testmasters.net or at 800-696-5728.

Best Regards and Good Luck,
The TestMasters Team

-UNLV Prelaw

Political Science Internships!

Internships for academic credit in political science at UNLV are available for Summer and Fall 2010.

Here's a selection of some of the kinds of positions that will be filled:

• Local Law Offices
• Each of Nevada's five members of Congress will have positions available in their Las Vegas offices
• Governor Jim Gibbons' Las Vegas Office
• The Nevada State Democratic Party
• The Nevada State Republican Party
• A variety of political election campaigns, both Republican and Democratic
• Several administrative agencies, like the Bureau of Reclamation
• Several non-governmental organizations (NGOs) like Planned Parenthood.

For details, please contact Dr. Steve Parker.

-UNLV Prelaw

Elon U Application Fee Waivers

Dear UNLV Prelaw Students,

I have a few application fee waivers for Elon University School of Law in Greensboro, NC. You can learn more about the school at law.elon.edu. If you're planning to apply to Elon for Fall 2010, contact me at rebecca.wood@unlv.edu or via the Facebook page (http://facebook.com/unlvprelaw).

Best,
UNLV Prelaw

NEXT WEEK! Tocqueville on the Democratic "Heart Disease" of Individualism

Tocqueville on the Democratic “Heart Disease”
of Individualism

A lecture free and open to the public (no ticket required) by
Peter Augustine Lawler
Dana Professor of Government, Berry College

Alexis de Tocqueville’s Democracy in America explains why individualism is the primary
threat to liberty in a modern democracy. Individualism, as he describes it, is the very
opposite of personal assertiveness. It is the apathetic withdrawal into oneself, based
on the mistaken judgment that love is more trouble than it is worth. Individualism, by
isolating citizens from one another, makes them easy prey for despots. And
Tocqueville’s fear is that the democratic development might culminate in a kind of
“soft despotism” of meddlesome, schoolmarmish bureaucrats. Tocqueville also
notices, however, that Americans have some pretty singular ways of combating
individualism, including religion, strong local government, the moral doctrine of selfinterested
cooperation with others, and a kind of spirit of association. So today’s
students of Tocqueville sometimes misunderstand him by exaggerating the real threat
of soft despotism in our country.

Professor Lawler has written or edited a dozen books. His most recent include
Postmodernism Rightly Understood, Aliens in America: The Strange Truth About Our Souls,
Stuck with Virtue: The American Individual and Our Biotechnological Future, and Homeless and
at Home in America.

Tuesday, February 23, 2010
7:30 p.m.
Barrick Museum Auditorium
Sponsored and hosted by
UNLV Great Works Academic Certificate program and
UNLV Department of Political Science
For more information contact Professor David Fott, 895-4187,
dfott@unlv.nevada.edu

Syracuse Study Health Policy & Law in Amsterdam

[Posted as a courtesy on behalf of Syracuse University Abroad]

Syracuse University Abroad has been offering a summer program on "Comparative Health Policy and Law" for over 10 years.  A few years ago, we added Amsterdam to our travels, because of our desire to expose students to end of life decision making and physician assisted suicide issues from the Dutch perspective.  This summer students will travel to London, Amsterdam and Geneva from May 27^th to June 26^th, 2010.  This is a six-credit course available at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

In London and Amsterdam, students will cover such issues as access to health care, reproductive choice policies, care of mentally ill, end of life decision-making, and assistance in dying.  In addition to exploring these issues from an American perspective through lectures and readings, students have the opportunity to have guest lecturers from the respective cities present their country's unique way of approaching these subjects.  In Geneva, students will visit the World Health Organization and explore public health issues around the world.  This course is most suitable for upper division and graduate students with an interest in health law, medicine, health-policy, health systems management, political science, bio-ethics, and related fields.

Interested students should contact the Syracuse University Abroad online at suabroad.syr.edu or by e-mail at suabroad@syr.edu. Those with questions about program content should feel free to contact me directly by telephone at 315-443-9419 or e-mail at tzappola@syr.edu. More information is here: http://summerabroad.syr.edu/programs/summer/view/240

                

        

 

 

Kansas State Prelaw Program in London

London
Law, Politics, and Literature

We have created a new study abroad opportunity for Pre-Law students to spend two weeks in London studying the Law, Literature and Politics. It is titled "London: Law, Politics and Literature" and begins May 25 until June 8, 2010. With the exception of one day in Oxford and one day in Stratford Upon Avon, we will be in London. Students are required to enroll in two courses : Political Science 670 "Law, Politics and Literature in London" and English 450 "Shakespeare's London" but all students will be eligible for Kansas State's in-state tuition and fees of $1,280 total for the six (6) credit hours so it is quite a bargain.

Highlights of the experience include
• Tour the Royal Courts of Justice
• Explore the Law School of Queen Mary University of London
• Participate in a walking tour of the Inns of Court
• Visit the Tower of London, and the Speaker’s Corner in Hyde Park
• Visit areas currently and historically associated with the London legal and punishment system
• Attend several plays at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, the National Theatre, and others
• Participate in the audience of a BBC political show broadcast
• Visit the Churchill Museum and War Rooms
• Explore the British Museum, including the Elgin Marbles
• Spend a day in Oxford

ELIGIBILITY
Minimum 2.5 GPA
CREDIT
Upon successful completion of the courses, students will be awarded six K-State undergraduate or graduate credits in POLSC 670 and ENGL 450.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Dr. Don Hedrick
Professor of English
113 ECS Building

FSU Law's Summer for Undergraduates Program

[Posted as a courtesy on behalf of Florida State University College of Law]

The 19th Annual Summer for Undergraduates Program will take place May 17-June 11, 2010. Applications will be accepted beginning October 1, 2009, and must be postmarked by Friday, March 26, 2010.

Overview
The Summer for Undergraduates Program at Florida State Law is the largest of its kind and has become a model for other law schools nationally. Approximately 60 undergraduate college students will be chosen from the applicant pool to participate in the four-week long program. During those four weeks, we focus on three main components:

•Classroom Experience — Daily classes are taught by law school professors and writing instructors. Lectures simulate first-year law classes and familiarize students with the functions of the American legal system. Writing workshops help students to develop their writing and communication skills.

•Law School Admissions Process — Students are given the opportunity to talk to the admissions staff and committee regarding the important aspects of the law school application process. This includes practical workshops on completing the application, writing personal statements, LSAT exam preparation, writing resume and cover letters, financing law school and individualized career planning.

•Careers in the Law — While the program is academic in nature, there are a number of exciting and enjoyable activities that take place outside of the classroom, such as: visits to the Florida Supreme Court and local law firms, moot court oral arguments, and visits from prominent attorneys in a variety of practice areas.


Eligibility
College students enrolled at two-and four-year institutions, in all majors and from all backgrounds, are invited to apply following their freshman year. We particularly welcome students from groups historically underrepresented in the legal profession. Because one purpose of the program is to help students direct their remaining time in college to best prepare for law school, freshmen, sophomores and juniors are given preference in the admissions process. Students who will have earned their degree prior to the start of the program will not be eligible for admission.


Program Costs
There is no tuition or room and board charge for this program. Florida State Law provides room and board in residence-hall accommodations, course materials and a $500 stipend to all participants. Students are responsible for their travel expenses to and from Tallahassee.

How to Apply
In order to apply, students must complete a two-page application for admission. Applicants are also required to submit a resume, two letters of recommendation, a personal statement and a current official transcript. Each application is carefully reviewed in its entirety by the program's admissions committee.

For more information about our Summer for Undergraduates Program, please contact:

Florida State Law
Office of Student Affairs
425 West Jefferson Street, Room 206
Tallahassee, FL 32306-1601
850.644.7338; Fax: 850.644.4358
E-mail: saffairs@law.fsu.edu

OCU Law Scholarships!

[Posted as a courtesy on behalf of Oklahoma City University School of Law.]

Each year, OCU invites students with a minimum 3.00 GPA and 150 LSAT score to the High Ideals Scholarship Preview Weekend. Here is more information:

HIGH IDEALS SCHOLARSHIP PREVIEW 2010

JANUARY 21-22, 2010
A special invitation for scholarship candidates
to visit Oklahoma City University School of Law.

YOU ARE INVITED.
Your academic record and LSAT score suggest that you are serious, motivated, hardworking.

That you share our high ideals.
Your ideals will position you well for academic success, to become a student leader,
to compete for a position on the Law Review and our moot court teams.

GET TO KNOW OCU LAW AND OKLAHOMA CITY.
Meet the supportive faculty and staff who will contribute to your future.
Experience the stimulating academic environment. Interact with student leaders.
Chat with members of the law school administration and the faculty.

OCU LAW REWARDS EXCELLENCE.
We'll take care of your lodging and all your meals, and we'll reimburse your

travel expenses up to $200. All you have to do is RSVP.
RSVP HERE BY MONDAY, JANUARY 18.

APPLY TODAY.
APPLY NOW TO OCU LAW -- FEE WAIVED.
We've waived your application fee.
We consider you a candidate for a merit scholarship,
and we encourage you to apply for one of several full-tuition Hatton W. Sumners Scholarships.

*High Ideals is by invitation only. Applicants must have received an invitation by U.S. mail or email in order to qualify for reimbursement of travel expenses or a waiver of this requirement from the Dean of Admissions.

Snell & Wilmer Diversity LSAT SCHOLARSHIP

[Posted on behalf of Snell & Wilmer as a courtesy.]

Through the Snell & Wilmer Diversity Prelaw Program, the firm is offering diverse individuals an opportunity to receive a scholarship to attend a commercial LSAT preparation course. The Snell & Wilmer Diversity LSAT Scholarship includes payment of test registration fees for scholarship recipients. Our application can be printed from http://www.swlaw.com/64/s1107/aboutus/diversity/

Snell & Wilmer will provide a scholarship for LSAT registration fees and an LSAT preparation course with an approved course provider, including ACE, Kaplan, Princeton Review, Score It Up, and TestMasters.

Scholarship Deadline:
February 15, 2010 (for June 2010 exam)

Please direct inquiries to Kara Sommers ksommers@swlaw.com 602-382.6696

Political Internship Opportunity

Dear UNLV Prelaw Fans,

John La Rue, the Field Director for Rory Reid's campaign, has asked me to let you know that they are looking for interns to work on the campaign. They have opportunities for the spring (that's NOW) and the summer semester. He writes:

We're looking for students who can come in at least 6 hours each week. This will be a hands-on internship with real responsibilities, and the more time someone can spend with us, the greater the responsibilities they'll take on.

If you're interested, I'm happy to pass Mr. La Rue's contact information on.

-UNLV Prelaw

[Please note: This is posted as a courtesy. UNLV Prelaw does not advocate for any particular political candidate. Please be sure to do your research before accepting any internship opportunities.]

UNLV Prelaw Advising Hours

Dear UNLV Prelaw Fans,

A new semester is upon us. For those of you planning to attend law school this fall, everything should start falling into place very soon. For those of you looking to begin in the fall of 2011, it's time to get ready for the LSAT. Be sure to review the material on the Videos tab at the UNLV Facebook Page. Keep your eye out for posts from UNLV Prelaw containing information about internships, scholarships, LSAT prep and more.

If you still have questions, Dr. Wood has prelaw advising hours on Wednesdays from noon to 3 pm. To get a quicker response, be sure to post your question to the Facebook wall or send Dr. Wood an e-mail at rebecca.wood@unlv.edu.

Here's wishing you a happy and successful new year!

UNLV Prelaw