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Join SBA for a night out at the Akron Rubberducks baseball game! We have reserved a section in the stadium for Akron Law students, faculty, family and friends. There will be fireworks after the game.
When: August 30th @ 7:05 p.m.
Tickets are $8.00/person. To purchase your tickets, please visit:
https://groupmatics.events/s/other/akronstudentbar
North America Immigration Law Group (WeGreened.com) is seeking a passionate and motivated student who wishes to build his/her career in law. If you think this applies to you, then you are at the right platform because we are happy to assist you in achieving your academic goals with the field of law. We wholeheartedly believe in the need for a quality education in a student’s life and that this education is an important factor in determining the success of a student. With soaring education expenses, getting a quality education is not a cakewalk anymore. Considering these factors, we want to lend a helping hand to enthusiastic students who are resolute about their career goals. We are offering a $2000 semi-annual scholarship to a deserving candidate who can demonstrate his/her outstanding skills within the field of law . Interested students will have the opportunity to earn
this scholarship simply by writing an essay of 800-1000 words. We will select the best essay and award that applicant with the scholarship.
Sounds great. Right?
To learn more about the scholarship, continue reading this article.
● Must be a student enrolled in an accredited national university, law
school, or liberal arts college within the U.S.
● Must be a liberal arts college student or a law school student
● Minimum G.P.A. requirement is 3.0
● Should be a full time student in the fall of 2019
All you need to do to qualify for this scholarship is write an essay! Yes, you
read that correctly. Just one essay. You can write your essay on one of the
topics listed below:
1 . What are your views on the changes made in immigration laws? Do you think immigrants create or take away jobs in our country?
2 . Are you interested in studying immigration law?
3. Do you agree with the idea of revoking the Green Card Lottery program or limiting the quota for family-based immigration in order to increase the number of visas given for employment-based immigration? Please specify your reasons.
The word range for this essay is between 800 to 1000 words. Please stick strictly to this range as applications with more or less than the desired range will be disqualified. At the top of your essay, please write down the topic you have selected for your essay. When you are ready to submit your essay, save it as a Word document or a PDF file and attach it with your email. As part of your application, please include your contact information, name, resume, and email address.
In addition, please kindly provide an unofficial transcript with your G.P.A. as proof of your enrollment within a university/college or law school. Lastly, note that the essay you write must be an original creation. It is also advisable to cite sources where required.
Any essays that contain plagiarism will be instantly disqualified.
All applicants must submit their application by 11/30/2019. There will be no
exceptions, and any application received after the submission date will not
be considered.
The winner’s name will be announced on 12/18/2019.
● Kindly note that by applying for this scholarship, you give our law firm
permission to share your essay on our website and any related advertisement platform.
As a reminder, the online application for the Attorney General’s Honors Program (HP) and Summer Law Intern Program (SLIP) closes on Sunday, September 8, 2019, at 11:59 p.m. ET. The HP is the largest and most prestigious federal entry-level attorney hiring program of its kind and the SLIP is the Department’s competitive recruitment program for compensated summer internships. DOJ has approximately 240 entry-level positions available this year.
The application tips and checklist is a helpful tool for applicants before starting the online application. In addition, candidates can find specific information about the HP and SLIP on our website, including participating offices, number of available positions, eligibility information, and answers to frequently asked questions.
More information on all of the DOJ’s legal hiring programs can be found on the Legal Careers website.
Interested in playing basketball with Akron Law students, staff and faculty? Come join us weekday mornings at the University of Akron basketball courts in the Recreation Center. Email Ben Hanusek at brh28@zips.uakron.edu for more information.
Dear UA Law Students,
Interested in investing? Ready to get started, or to take your existing investments to the next level? Sign up now for the free “Foundations of Investing” webinar series this fall, offered to you in partnership with MAX by AccessLex®! This three-part series will demystify the world of investing and show you how to put your money to work for you as you transition to life after law school.
Each presentation is being offered twice this fall and will provide a secret workshop code to enter you into the 2019-20 MAX Scholarship drawings. Space is limited so register to reserve your spot now!
Setting Investing Goals
Investing is a powerful vehicle for reaching your long-term goals – retirement, big purchases, and even leaving a legacy. Learn how to develop your vision for your financial future, create realistic investment goals, and understand compound interest and the time value of money.
Wednesday, September 4 at 8:00 PM ET Click here to register
Thursday, October 24 at 8:00 PM ET Click here to register
Evaluating Investment Options
Part two of our investment series showcases types of investments. Whether you’re a novice or experienced investor, learn about the different types of investments (stocks, bonds, and mutual funds), asset allocation and diversification, and strategies for short- and long-term goals.
Wednesday, October 2 at 8:00 PM ET Click here to register
Wednesday, November 6 at 8:00 PM ET Click here to register
The Investing Process
The final installment of the series will show you how to take action on your investment plan. Learn how to begin investing, the costs of investing, and the six steps to smart investing.
Thursday, November 7 at 8:00 PM ET Click here to register
Thursday, November 21 at 8:00 PM ET Click here to register