The Asian Hispanic Law Students Association (“AHLSA”) is being revived for the 2020-2021 school year! AHLSA strives to celebrate the diverse cultures of the Asian and Hispanic communities, create long-lasting connections, and promote the needs of the Asian and Hispanic legal community.
Whether you are part of the Asian-Hispanic community or want to learn more, we welcome you to join! Please fill out this Google Form to sign up.
Month: August 2021
This Week’s OCI Deadlines
Fall 2021 On-Campus Interview Schedule
APPLY FOR ALL ON SYMPLICITY BY NOON
**Interview locations subject to change. Check Symplicity for the latest information**
| Interview Date | Employer | Hiring Criteria | Deadline For Applying |
| August 26, 2021 Location: School of Law | The Dickson Firm LLC | Classes: 3L Submit: Resume | August 16, 2021 |
Ken Baker Memorial Student Scholarship for Students in Pharmacy or Pharmacy Law
The American Society for Pharmacy Law (“ASPL”) is seeking applicants for the Ken Baker Memorial Student Scholarship. The purpose of this scholarship is to support students in pharmacy and pharmacy law to attend the annual ASPL Developments in Pharmacy Law Seminar where they will: 1) attend up to 15 hours of continuing education sessions; and 2) network with industry professionals from across the country. Funding for this scholarship is subject to vary year to year based upon the operational funds available to ASPL.
The recipient will receive a complimentary registration to the annual Developments in Pharmacy Law Seminar in the current year to earn up to 15 hours of continuing education and participate in a variety of networking opportunities. A complimentary hotel-stay up to 3 nights at the conference hotel (room & tax only) and reimbursement of up to $750 travel to attend the conference. Recipients will also receive a complimentary 1 year ASPL Student Membership giving access to monthly member newsletters, reduced registration fees for live and on-demand webinars and potential participation in various ASPL committees and work groups.
Eligibility Applicant must be a full-time student of an ACPE accredited entry-level pharmacy degree program in the U.S.
OR A full-time student enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school to pursue the JD degree. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. Applicant must be actively enrolled in school November 4-7, 2021 of the Developments in Pharmacy Law Seminar.
Selection Criteria
The selection process includes review of: Academic transcripts from law school or college of pharmacy Letter of reference from law school or pharmacy professor A brief essay (500 words or less) of the applicant’s interest in pharmacy law and how attendance at the conference will help in their career pursuits ASPL may require additional information as part of the application process as it deems necessary to select a recipient who best meets the purposes of the scholarship. Financial need is not a criterion
Deadline for submission of an application is September 15, 2021. The recipient of the Scholarship will be notified no later than October 1, 2021.
All required information is to be submitted to:
American Society for Pharmacy Law
Scholarship Committee
PO Box 7317
Springfield, IL 62791
Or by email to administration@aspl.org
UNIVERSITY OF AKRON SCHOOL OF LAW FALL 2021 IN-PERSON LEARNING AND TEACHING POLICIES
The following are the policies regarding teaching and learning at the School of Law for the Fall 2021 semester. These policies are subject to change if necessary due to public health conditions, government regulations or guidelines, University regulations or policies, accreditation requirements, or other factors.
Student learning. For any course listed as in-person on the schedule, students will be required to attend class in person unless the UA Office of Accessibility has granted an accommodation that allows them to take classes online. Students seeking an accommodation should contact the Office of Accessibility (https://www.uakron.edu/access/, access@uakron.edu, 330-972-7928). Instructors may make limited exceptions for pedagogical reasons or to accommodate temporary circumstances such as illness; however, instructors should consult with Associate Dean Emily Janoski-Haehlen (ejanoskihaehlen@uakron.edu) to verify consistency with accreditation standards and school policy.
Faculty teaching. The administration will determine the delivery mode of each course in consultation with the faculty member. For courses offered on an in-person basis, instructors will be required to teach in person unless the UA Office of Human Resources has granted an ADA accommodation that allows them to teach online. Associate Dean Emily Janoski-Haehlen (ejanoskihaehlen@uakron.edu) may grant limited exceptions for pedagogical reasons or to accommodate temporary circumstances such as illness.
Pro Bono/Limited Means Volunteer Opportunity!
Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court’s Pro Bono Collaborative needs volunteers on Friday, August 20th from 8:30-11:30 am. Student volunteers will help with setting up stations and directing clients and attorneys throughout the courtrooms. Future dates listed are listed below. If interested, contact Morgan Foster, mmfoster@cuyahogacounty.us.
Future dates:
September 17, 2021
October 22, 2021
November 19, 2021
December 10, 2021