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Mentor Program with the Ohio Women’s Bar Association!

Dear Law Students,
It is time to join the OWBA Mentoring Program. Our program is organized into “Circles,” much like Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In Circles. Each Mentoring Circle will consist of approximately 1-3 mentors to approximately 8-12 mentees. This allows mentees to have exposure to the influence, experience and wisdom of more than one seasoned OWBA mentor, making the program more interesting and rewarding to the mentees and allowing them to explore more fields of practice within a single mentoring year. It also aids the mentors in their service to their mentees, removing the pressure to come up with interesting, one-on-one activities for their individual mentees. Mentors in the same geographic areas can work together to offer dynamic programs to their mentee “Circle.”

The Circle will meet monthly between January and April, at meetings organized by the mentors. Mentors are responsible for selecting the topic and location for each meeting. Mentors can invite guest speakers or lead the discussion themselves. Mentors and mentees could also attend an OWBA event together.

So what is missing? YOU!
We are currently recruiting mentors AND mentees for the program.

Please join us in this valuable program.
Deadline for applications is November 27th. In early December we will hold a telephone conference call with mentors to discuss the details of the program and provide some very specific guidance in organizing the meetings for your Circle. The Circles are to begin in the middle of January when students return to school.

Mentee Application can be found here: http://www.owba.org/menteeapplication

Sincerely,
OWBA Mentoring Committee
Elyse Akhbari, Stephanie Bowman, Melinda Burton, Stephanie Chmiel, Katherine Decker, Ann Hunt, Lisa Orlando, Denise Platfoot-Lacey, Catey Peters, Grace Royalty and Kate Wexler

What fork do I use? How do I eat this soup politely? Get all your questions answered at UA’s Etiquette Dinner on Wed. October 23rd from 5:00 – 7:30 PM.

Etiquette Dinner, Wednesday, October 23 – 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Student Union Ballrooms BCDE

Nothing will prepare you better for your professional life than attending UA’s Etiquette Dinner. It will help you get ready for a successful interview, learn fine dining etiquette and master your networking skills. Also, you can network with local employers.

The first 10 students to email Director O’Brien (ab139@uakron.edu) can attend the dinner free of charge! All other interested students can register to attend for only $5!

Student Ambassadors wanted for Judge Bell Program on Oct. 30th and 31st.

Earn community service hours: Law students needed to work as student ambassadors at the 3rd Annual Judge Bell Trial Advocacy Program on Oct. 30 and 31. There are three times to choose from: Oct. 30 from 7:00 am – 9:45 am; Oct. 30 from 11:30 am – 4:30 pm; and Oct. 31 from 7:00 am – 1:00 pm. The program will take place at the federal courthouse here in Akron. Student ambassadors will assist the Law School Office of Strategic Initiatives in various duties ensuring that the program operates smoothly. The Judge Bell Trial Advocacy Program is attended by various state and federal judges as well as many local experienced attorneys. Don’t miss out on this great networking opportunity! To sign up, please contact Shannon Aupperle at sfauppe@uakron.edu or 330.972.7988.

Pro Bono Opportunity for students!

The Summit County Juvenile Court is seeking a few law students to volunteer at the court on Wednesdays from 1pm to 4pm beginning as soon as possible. The opportunity would allow students to work closely with attorneys who are assessing the Juvenile Court’s jurisdiction over custody requests, and to assist in completing pro se pleadings and other forms. Volunteers will earn pro bono hours toward your graduation requirement. Interested students should send a resume to Director Benedict O’Brien: ab139@uakron.edu ASAP. Thank you.

Moot Court Mandatory Training Session – Thurs., Oct. 16, 5:30p

Moot Court Honor Society will be hosting a brief writing training session this Thursday, October 16, 2014 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm in Room L-167. Professor Morath will be presenting on the basic components of a brief and the different types of legal arguments that you can make (for the brief or the oral argument). This training is incredibly beneficial for everyone, even those that have had it before since you now have more experience and therefore a broader frame of reference. Although this training is required for MCHS members, it is open to everyone.

Please join us and email Monica (MLL71@zips.uakron.edu) if you have any questions.