Public Interest Fellowship Roundtable
- When: April 27, 2009, 12:30 pm - 12:30 pm
- Where: William F. Starr Hall 112
PUBLIC INTEREST FELLOWSHIPS ROUNDTABLE
Monday, April 27, 2009
12:30 pm Starr 112
Are you considering applying for a post-grad fellowship such as Skadden or Equal Justice Works? The deadlines for these and many other fellowships are in early Fall, so come learn about the application process now. (1 L’s should also consider attending. It’s never too early to start planning your career!)
Guest speakers include Skadden Fellowship recipients Ingrid Swanson (’09) and Stacey Violante Cote (’01).
Please R.S.V.P. on Symplicity if you plan to attend. Light lunch will be provided.
On April 27, meet Ingrid Swanson '09 and Stacey Violante Cote '01, former Skadden Fellows, at an informational session on public interest fellowships.
Davidoff Presents on Financial Regulation
On April 24, Professor S2009-04-20teven Davidoff will be a panelist for "Fear, Fraud and the Future of Financial Regulation" hosted by the Center for Business Law & Policy, and The New York Law School's Law Review.
On April 24, Professor Steven Davidoff will be a panelist for New York Law's "Fear, Fraud and the Future of Financial Regulation."
Summer Research Session
- When: April 22, 2009, 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
- Where: Knight Hall 115
- Contact: Lee Sims
Getting Ready for Summer
Library Lunch Sessions
Hein Online - Find Out What You're Missing!
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
1:00 pm
Knight 115
Are you only using Hein Online to find law journal articles? If so, you’re missing a lot. Find out what else is available on Hein Online and see a demonstration of their powerful new search function. Legislative history documents, treaties, legal classics - its all on Hein Online.
Getting Ready for Summer Library Lunch Sessions are short. Each session is only 20 – 30 minutes long. There’s plenty of time for you to bring your lunch and spend a few minutes with us.
These sessions will be every Wednesday from now until the end of the school year in Knight 115 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm. Next week – The Best for Last! Free Westlaw/Lexis access for the summer.
Hope to see you there...
Are you only using Hein Online to find law journal articles? Find out what you are missing on Wednesday, April 22 during "Getting Ready for Summer - Library Lunch Sessions."
Fall Recruiting Information Sessions
- When: April 20, 2009, 6:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Where: William F. Starr Hall Davis Courtroom
Any returning student who will be participating in ANY FALL RECRUITING PROGRAMS MUST ATTEND one of three informational sessions given by the Office of Career Services. These sessions will supply you with important information needed before leaving for the summer. There are deadlines, resume reviews and application timeframes that you must be aware of as they all happen over the summer months. Please attend one of the following sessions: 1. Monday, April 20th 630pm Davis Courtroom, 2nd Floor Starr Hall 2. Tuesday, April 21st 1230pm Davis Courtroom, 2nd Floor Starr Hall 3. Wednesday, April 22nd 1230pm Davis Courtroom, 2nd Floor Starr Hall PLEASE NOTE: Even if you attended this program last year, you must still attend this year. RSVP on Symplicity
Career Services will offer mandatory informational sessions on April 20, 21 and 22 for any returning student participating in the fall recruiting program.
Stark Presents at ABA on Mediation
On April 16, Professor James Stark will present materials from his book in a panel entitled "Towards a 'Progressive' Theory of Persuasion in Mediation" at the American Bar Association's Annual Dispute Resolution Conference in New York City.
On April 16, Professor James Stark will present materials from his book in a panel entitled "Towards a 'Progressive' Theory of Persuasion in Mediation" at the ABA's Annual Dispute Resolution Conference.
Davidoff Speaks at ABA
On April 16, Professor Steven Davidoff will speak at the American Bar Association's Annual Meeting in Vancouver.
On April 16, Professor Steven Davidoff will speak about private equity at the ABA's Annual Meeting in Vancouver.
Mason Presents on Tax and Labor
On April 15, Professor Ruth Mason will deliver her paper "Tax Expenditures and Global Labor Mobility" at Brooklyn Law as part of their "International Economic Law Forum." She also will deliver her paper on April 16 at Northwestern Law as part of their tax policy colloquium.
Professor Ruth Mason will deliver her paper "Tax Expenditures and Global Labor Mobility" on April 15 at Brooklyn Law and on April 16 at Northwestern Law.
Student Wins Environmental Award
Ross Friedberg '09 has received an Environmental Leadership Award for graduate students at the University of Connecticut. The Environmental Policy Advisory Council has also recognized the Law School's Environmental Law Society with a 2008-2009 Environmental Leadership Award in the Student Organization category.
Ross Friedberg '09 has received an Environmental Leadership Award for graduate students at the University of Connecticut.
Pomp Panelist on 21st Century Economy
On April 9, Professor Richard Pomp will be a panelist a meeting of the Commission on the 21st Century Economy at the University of California, Davis. Pomp was appointed as a member of the Commission by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
On April 9, Professor Richard Pomp will be a panelist at a meeting of the Commission on the 21st Century Economy at the University of California, Davis.
Universal Health Care Debate
- When: April 10, 2009, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
- Where: William F. Starr Hall William R. Davis Courtroom
The Health Law Interest Group, Law School Democrats, National Lawyers Guild and the Latino Law Student Association
PRESENT:
Universal Health Care Debate and Respondent Panel
Synopsis: There are millions of uninsured people in America. The health care crisis is getting worse and people and businesses cannot afford the increasing costs of health care. Politicians, policy makers, business owners, community organizations, and others are struggling to find solutions. Is a universal health care system possible? What are the needs of the State of Connecticut and what is being done to solve this growing crisis? How can we achieve universal health care? Come listen to a lively and passionate debate about this very important issue!
DEBATE:
Juan Figueroa, President, Universal Health Care Foundation
vs.
Eric George, Associate Counsel, Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA)
JUAN A. FIGUEROA
As its first president, Juan A. Figueroa has led the Universal Health Care Foundation of Connecticut's strategic direction and growth since January 2003. During his tenure, the Foundation has made a major impact on health care policy in the state and solidified its position as a catalyst for bringing about universal health care. Under Mr. Figueroa, the Foundation has expanded its partnerships and coalitions with a broad spectrum of business, medical providers, clergy and labor. The Foundation's grant making, research, and communications strategies have been widely acclaimed and played a pivotal role in moving universal health care to the forefront of the state's policy agenda. In 2006, the Foundation launched a statewide public education campaign about the benefits of universal health care that has garnered national attention.
ERIC GEORGE
Eric J. George is associate counsel for the Connecticut Business & Industry Association (CBIA), the state's largest business organization with over 10,000 members. CBIA works to promote a healthy business climate, which encourages economic growth and job creation in the state. Mr. George specializes in health care policy and represents business views on health care issues before the state legislature and administrative agencies.
Student Moderators: UConn Law students Jorge Colon (3L) & Javier Villegas (1L)
RESPONDENT PANEL:
Jamie Stirling, CEO, Stirling Benefits
Sheldon Taubman, Attorney, New Haven Legal Assistance
Dr. Angelo Carraba, Former President, Connecticut State Medical Society
Deborah Noble, Working Families Party
Moderator: Susan Schmeiser, Associate Professor of Law, University of Connecticut School of Law
Lunch will be served in the Starr Reading Room
** Additional information on the Universal Health Care Foundation of Connecticut, the current House Bill 6600 before the CT General Assembly, and the SustiNet health care plan can be found at
http://www.universalhealthct.org
This event is partially or fully paid for by the student body of UConn Law School, under the direction of the Student Bar Association. All law students, faculty, and community members are invited and encouraged to participate.
- When: April 10, 2009, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
- Where: William F. Starr Hall William R. Davis Courtroom
The Health Law Interest Group, Law School Democrats, National Lawyers Guild and the Latino Law Student Association
PRESENT:
Universal Health Care Debate and Respondent Panel
Synopsis: There are millions of uninsured people in America. The health care crisis is getting worse and people and businesses cannot afford the increasing costs of health care. Politicians, policy makers, business owners, community organizations, and others are struggling to find solutions. Is a universal health care system possible? What are the needs of the State of Connecticut and what is being done to solve this growing crisis? How can we achieve universal health care? Come listen to a lively and passionate debate about this very important issue!
DEBATE:
Juan Figueroa, President, Universal Health Care Foundation
vs.
Eric George, Associate Counsel, Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA)
JUAN A. FIGUEROA
As its first president, Juan A. Figueroa has led the Universal Health Care Foundation of Connecticut's strategic direction and growth since January 2003. During his tenure, the Foundation has made a major impact on health care policy in the state and solidified its position as a catalyst for bringing about universal health care. Under Mr. Figueroa, the Foundation has expanded its partnerships and coalitions with a broad spectrum of business, medical providers, clergy and labor. The Foundation's grant making, research, and communications strategies have been widely acclaimed and played a pivotal role in moving universal health care to the forefront of the state's policy agenda. In 2006, the Foundation launched a statewide public education campaign about the benefits of universal health care that has garnered national attention.
ERIC GEORGE
Eric J. George is associate counsel for the Connecticut Business & Industry Association (CBIA), the state's largest business organization with over 10,000 members. CBIA works to promote a healthy business climate, which encourages economic growth and job creation in the state. Mr. George specializes in health care policy and represents business views on health care issues before the state legislature and administrative agencies.
Student Moderators: UConn Law students Jorge Colon (3L) & Javier Villegas (1L)
RESPONDENT PANEL:
Jamie Stirling, CEO, Stirling Benefits
Sheldon Taubman, Attorney, New Haven Legal Assistance
Dr. Angelo Carraba, Former President, Connecticut State Medical Society
Deborah Noble, Working Families Party
Moderator: Susan Schmeiser, Associate Professor of Law, University of Connecticut School of Law
Lunch will be served in the Starr Reading Room
** Additional information on the Universal Health Care Foundation of Connecticut, the current House Bill 6600 before the CT General Assembly, and the SustiNet health care plan can be found at
http://www.universalhealthct.org
This event is partially or fully paid for by the student body of UConn Law School, under the direction of the Student Bar Association. All law students, faculty, and community members are invited and encouraged to participate.
On April 10, join the Health Law Interest Group, Law School Democrats, National Lawyers Guild and the Latino Law Student Assoc. for a debate and discussion on how to achieve affordable and adequate health care for all citizens.
