COMMUNITY REMINDERS
ReOrientation
Did you miss the Fall 2024 ReOrientation? The slides are here. If you have any questions, please contact Senior Director Walden at walden@temple.edu.
Recordings for 1L ACE Session #1 on Studying and Synthesis: What to do Outside the Classroom
Did you miss our 1L ACE Session #1, “Studying and Synthesis: What to do Outside the Classroom”? You can view the recordings for the evening session on 9/9 here and the afternoon session on 9/10 here. If you have any questions, please contact Associate Director Urmson at nurmson@temple.edu.
1L ACE Counselor Request Form
Are you a 1L student trying to navigate how to outline and prepare for your midterms? Complete the ACE Counselor Request Form to let us know how we can best help you! Once you’ve completed the form, we will pair you with an ACE Counselor to work with them one-on-one to develop the tools and skills you need to succeed. (Note: you will need to be logged into your Temple AccessNet account to complete the form linked above).
Questions? Contact Associate Director Noeleen Urmson at nurmson@temple.edu.
Virtual Book Club on Asian American Mental Health
Temple University’s AAPI Faculty & Staff Affinity Group and the CAT are hosting our first Boba & Books Hour featuring Permission to Come Home: Reclaiming Mental Health as Asian Americans by Dr. Jenny Wang. This book delves into the unique mental health challenges Asian Americans face in their personal and professional lives, and provides compassionate guidance for ways we can support our mental health, embrace our cultural heritage, and foster resilience in our communities. Dr. Lin Zhu, a leading expert on Asian American mental health at Temple’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine will co-facilitate our two online meetings. All are welcome, including allies to the AAPI community at Temple. We will discuss the first two chapters of the book over these two sessions so that participants can work independently through the rest of the book at their own pace. The book is available through Temple Libraries as an ebook.
Facilitators: Dr. Lin Zhu, Assistant Professor, Center for Asian Health, Lewis Katz School of Medicine; Linda Hasunuma, Associate Director, CAT
This 2-part book group will be hosted online on the following dates:
- Thursday, September 26, 11:00AM-12:00PM (Intro and Ch. 1)
- Thursday, October 3, 11:00AM-12:00PM (Ch. 2)
Registration for the first session serves as registration for the subsequent session. Participants are expected to attend both sessions. For more information or to register, click here.
LALSA Mentor Program – Sign Up by Friday, September 27th
Interested in LASLA’s mentorship program? Sign up to be a mentor or mentee by September 27th! Click here to sign up.
Mac Users: Hold Off Upgrading to macOS Sequoia
Apple released its latest operating system, macOS Sequoia, on Monday September 16. At this time, Information Technology Services recommends not installing this upgrade, as you may encounter compatibility issues with various applications used at the university.
Once our vendors certify that key applications used in our environment are compatible, we will notify you that it is safe to install this upgrade.
Questions? Please contact the Technology Support Center at tuhelp.temple.edu (click Chat or Request Help) or call 215-204-8000.
Important: Microsoft and Apple Upcoming Operating System Updates and Examplify Compatibility
Microsoft and Apple have announced the upcoming release of new operating systems Windows 11 24H2 and macOS Sequoia, though the official dates are not yet available.
ExamSoft is currently testing Examplify’s compatibility with these new operating systems. Certifying Examplify’s compatibility can only be completed after final versions of the new operating systems have been released because Microsoft and Apple may make key changes right up until release.
Exam-takers should not update their devices to the new Windows and Mac operating systems until we announce Examplify’s compatibility with the new versions. This includes beta versions that may be available to exam-takers prior to their official release dates.
If you are concerned that your operating system may automatically update, please check out this article for information on disabling automatic updates.
PA Voter Registration Deadline for November 5th Election – October 21st
Do you need to register to vote in PA? October 21st is the last day to register before the November 5th election. Complete your Voter Registration Application online today!
No Stickers on Lockers
As a reminder, do not stick any items (like stickers) inside or outside of your locker.
Flyer Posting Policy
Flyers are prohibited in the following areas:
- Wall-papered or laminated surfaces
- Glass doors leading to classrooms
- Inside & outside of the elevators
- Career Services, SBA, and International Programs bulletin board on 1st Floor of Klein
- 2nd Floor of Klein – including front doors, classroom doors, wooden pillars at alcoves
- Doors entering and exiting the library on the 3rd floor
- Inside classrooms
- Barrack Hall (except public bulletin boards)
- Individual Lockers (unless you have permission)
- No more than 1 in each restroom (but only the interior of the lavatory door)
Thank you for helping keep our law school looking great!
Volunteer Judges and Jurors needed for Mock Trial Competition – September 28th & 29th
Temple Law students are invited to serve as judges and jurors at a prestigious mock trial invitational that is coming to Philly on September 28th and 29th. The program is run by the nonprofit Empire Mock Trial in partnership with the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
Not only would you be performing a true public service, but the experience is entertaining (the students are great) and this would be educational for you, too: you’d get the experience of sitting in a real courthouse (the Center for Criminal Justice) and hearing arguments from the other side of the jury box or bench.
No prior mock trial experience is required given we are looking for students to serve as jurors. However, if you are interested in presiding, then prior experience is necessary.
The report times are 9:15 AM and 2:30 PM on 9/28 and 9/29. You only need to volunteer for one round (though you are welcome to volunteer for more).
For more information or to register, click here.
Join the Philadelphia Bar Association Today!
The Philadelphia Bar Association makes an important investment in students’ professional development by paying for your membership. To get started, fill out this online form. You must use your temple.edu email address. Questions? Contact membership@philabar.org or (215) 238-6300.
Pennsylvania Bar Association – Free Membership for Law Students
Law students can join the Pennsylvania Bar Association for benefits such as networking, scholarships, job posting, writing competitions, and leadership opportunities. For more information: PBA 2024 Law School Membership Flyer
Hispanic Bar Association of Pennsylvania – Free Student Membership
Law student membership to the Hispanic Bar Association of Pennsylvania is completely FREE. The HBAP has a robust Legal Education Fund organization which provides generous scholarship opportunities for Latinx law students. For more information, go to https://www.hbapa.net/.
Free ABA Law Student Membership
ABA Law Student Membership is FREE and includes many extremely valuable resources. For more information: ABA Law Student Membership Brochure
UPCOMING EVENTS
Pop-Up Academic Success Virtual Help Desk – Sunday, September 22 at 6PM via Zoom
Are you looking to sharpen your skills to succeed in law school? Do you have questions about outlining, time management, effective reading, exam preparation, and more? Join us for our Academic Success Virtual Hep Desk on Sunday, September 22nd from 6-7:30 PM via Zoom, where you will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one to discuss your individual needs. Simply log in to the Zoom meeting and you’ll be placed in the waiting room. We will meet with students individually in the order you enter the waiting room. Any student logged in by 7:30 pm will be seen. Zoom link: https://temple.zoom.us/j/98972399653
Temple Environmental Law Society General Body Meeting – Monday, September 23rd at 12PM
Join TELS for their first general body meeting of the 2024-2025 academic year on Monday, September 23rd at 12PM in K1D. Lunch will be served.
Temple Law Moot Court Competition Team Information Session – Wednesday, September 25th at 12PM and via Zoom
Calling all 2Ls, 2LEs, and 3LEs, come learn what it takes to join the Temple Law Moot Court Competition Team and meet fellow students who share your passion for advocacy. Whether you’re in the day division or evening division, there could be a spot for you!
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/khtnn6zy
Summer in Rome Information Session – Wednesday, September 25th and Thursday, October 10th
Interested in studying law in Rome for four weeks? Join us at Temple Rome from May 26 – June 20, 2025, and enhance your legal education and career opportunities through this unforgettable international experience. At the information session, we will provide a detailed description of the Rome summer program. Professors Susan DeJarnatt and Johnathan Lipson will discuss the courses they will teach next summer, and previous participants will share their experiences studying abroad in Rome. Pizza will be served.
Session 1:
Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Time: 12-1 pm
Location: K1C
Session 2:
Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024
Time: 5-6 pm
Location: K7A
Community Conversation: Free Speech on Campus – Wednesday, September 25th at 3PM
Over the last year, college campuses have seen a significant rise in student protests and demonstrations. In response, universities have sought to guarantee students’ Constitutional right to free speech, while also balancing student safety and a school’s educational mission. Please join us for a Community Conversation on Wednesday, September 25th at 3PM in K1E about free speech on campus featuring First Amendment scholar Professor Laura Little and constitutional law scholar Professor John Culhane, moderated by constitutional law scholar Professor Jeff Dunoff. Together they will discuss how free speech, student safety, and school mission interact on college campuses. https://law.temple.edu/events/2024-community-conversation-free-speech-on-campus-09-25-2024/
1L Exam Information Session – Thursday, September 26 at 12PM
To prepare you for upcoming midterms as well as final exams, we will be hosting an exam information session. This session is designed to walk you through the in person exam process at Temple Law, download and register Examplify, and ask any questions you may have. Please bring with you the computer you will use for exams. We’ll see you on Thursday, September 26 at 12PM in K2B and on Zoom (https://temple.zoom.us/j/99881870773). Bring your lunch and we’ll have some cookies!
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Senior Director Walden at walden@temple.edu.
Artificial Intelligence Law Society: SB 1047 & Frontier AI Regulation – Thursday, September 26th at 12PM
AILS is bringing in an industry professional, Zvi Mowshowitz to present on “SB 1047 and Frontier AI Regulation.” The speaker event will take place on Thursday, September 26th at 12:00 noon in K1B. Food will be provided! Join us to discuss the California bill and other legislation that tackles AI issues.
1L ACE #2: Outlines – When and How to Begin – Thursday, September 26th at 3PM in K1D and 6PM via Zoom
Join us for an information session and discussion on the best practices for outlining on Thursday, September 26, 2024 – 3-5 PM in K1D & 6-7:15 PM via Zoom (link: https://temple.zoom.us/j/98999797902). Whether you’re just getting started or need guidance on improving your current outlines, this session is for you! After the discussion, we’ll have an Outlining Workshop where you can work on your outline and get personalized feedback from our ACE counselors. Don’t have one yet? No problem—come to get started!
Esquire Bound Series: Admission to Practice: Other Requirements – Sunday, September 29th at 6PM via Zoom
Join us for the first event in our “Esquire Bound” series on Sunday, September 29th from 6 – 6:45 pm via Zoom. You can access the Zoom link for every session here: https://temple.zoom.us/j/96046427589. This session will be recorded.
For more information on the Esquire Bound series, including dates for upcoming events and a copy of the recordings for the events, see the BAR EXAM & MPRE section of the Student Post below.
“Unseen”: Life as a Blind, Undocumented Immigrant – Monday, September 30th
In celebration of Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month, Temple Law is hosting a screening of “Unseen”: Life as a Blind Undocumented Immigrant, hosted by Prof. Jaya Ramji-Nogales, and featuring a panel discussion with the film’s impact producer, Temple Law alum Qudsiya Naqui, and co-author Nermeen Arastu.
This event is part of the university-wide Hispanic Heritage month. It will feature a 4-6 pm screening of “Unseen,” a documentary film about Pedro, a visually impaired undocumented migrant who wants to become a social worker.
The lunchtime panel, on Monday, September 30th from 12-1 pm in K2A, will feature Qudsiya Naqui, a TLS alum and the impact producer for the film, as well as Nermeen Arastu, a professor at CUNY Law who has published on disability and immigration. For more information, click here.
If/When/How General Body Meeting – Monday, September 30th at 12PM
2024 PHRC/Temple Law Social Justice Lecture Series: An Evening with Professor Melissa Murray – Tuesday, October 1st
The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission and Temple Law School are proud to present Professor Melissa Murray, co-host of the Supreme Court podcast Strict Scrutiny, legal analyst for MSNBC, and leading expert on constitutional law, as the featured speaker for the 2024 PHRC / Temple Law Social Justice Lecture. The PHRC Social Justice Lecture Series examines the promise of the United States as a country that values equity. While reality has included a long history of oppression, this series examines the work that remains to ensure we create a society that neither diminishes nor marginalizes any of its residents.
For more information or to register, click here.
Angela Tucker Book Talk – Tuesday, October 15th at 4PM
You are invited to a special event on October 15th from 4-6pm at Temple Law. Angela Tucker, a transracial adoptee from foster care, author, filmmaker and mentor, will be speaking about her book You Should Be Grateful” Stories of Race, Identity and Transracial Adoption in the Moot Court Room. Please see the attached invitation for details! This event is hosted by Professor Sarah Katz, Senior Fellow, Stoneleigh Foundation.
Tucker’s work focuses on anti-racist adoption practice, by centering the voices of adoptees through sharing deeply personal stories, well-researched history, and engrossing anecdotes from mentorship sessions with adopted youth. These perspectives challenge the dominant narrative of adoption giving way to a fuller story that includes the impacts of racism, classism, family, love and belonging.
The event is free, but attendees should RSVP in advance here. All registrants will be provided access to Tucker’s film in advance of the event. Copies of Tucker’s book will be for sale, and she will remain available to sign after she speaks.
Temple Law Review Symposium – Thursday, October 17th
Join Temple Law Review for our 2024 annual symposium, “A House Divided: A Legal and Practical Discussion on the Changing Landscape of College Athletics” on Thursday, October 17, 2024 in the Howard Gittis Student Center room 200C and online via Zoom. This year’s symposium will bring together legal and business scholars, sports agents, and policy makers to discuss recent changes in the world of sports law.
Panelists will address the broader impacts of the House settlement discussions; the recognition of college athletes as employees and its impact; the intricacies of representing athletes, with particular focus on the practical side of lawyering; and the academic and legal issues surrounding name, image, and likeness deals and intellectual property.
For more information or to register, click here.
Montgomery County DA’s Office Trial Competition for Law Students – October 19-20 and 24
The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office is hosting a FREE Trial Advocacy Seminar & Trial Competition for law students. More information can be found below and here: 2024 DA Trial Advocacy Competiton
Trial Advocacy Training: Oct. 12-13, 2024, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Trial Competition: Oct. 19-20 and 24
Apply to attend the Trial Advocacy Seminar and/or to compete in the Trial Competition
https://forms.office.com/r/E037jCtXsS?origin=lprLink.
Deadline: 5 p.m., September 26, 2024.
WRITING COMPETITIONS, CONTESTS, SCHOLARSHIPS AND TOURNAMENTS
Scholarship Opportunities: new opportunity; next deadline November 1st
Information on available scholarships, writing competitions, contests, and tournaments is posted here: Student Post Scholarship Page. The scholarship opportunities currently available include:
- 2024 Mercer County Bar Foundation Samantha Josephson Scholarship – Deadline November 1st – NEW
- Janet Doherty Memorial Scholarship – Deadline November 12th
- Fifth Annual Judge Samuel G. DeSimone Memorial Legal Writing Competition – Deadline January 1st
- Public Investors Advocate Bar Association James E. Beckley Writing Competition – Deadline March 28th
- Meltzer Fellowships through the Sheller Center for Social Justice
AccessLex Scholarship Databank
Students seeking additional financial support during law school can also access the AccessLex Scholarship Databank.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES AND TA POSITIONS
Nothing here for now – check back next week!
HEALTH AND WELLNESS REMINDERS AND EVENTS
TUSafe App – download today!
Temple University’s Department of Public Safety has a one-stop personal safety app that is available on your mobile device. Please visit the university’s Public Safety website for the new application.
Bike Temple: Register your Bicycle; Free U-locks
Students can register bicycles online using Campus Safety’s Bike Registration Form. Just complete and submit the online form, and then visit one of the Campus Safety locations.
Temple Campus Walking Escort Program
To request an escort, call: 8-WALK (8-9255) from a campus phone, or call: 215-777-9255 from a cell phone. Escort service is available daily from 4 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.
Temple Flight Program
Flight is Temple University’s nighttime fixed-route shuttle loop service. Flight-branded shuttles circulate throughout the areas within and surrounding the main campus patrol zone, and pick up and drop off students at each of its over 40 stops. Flight shuttles can be tracked in real time.
BAR EXAM & MPRE
“Esquire Bound”: Virtual Information Series on Admission to Practice and Bar Exam Success
Join us for “Esquire Bound” – our series of virtual information sessions on admission to practice and how to pass the bar exam. These sessions will be held on Sunday evenings from 6 – 6:45 pm via Zoom. You can access the Zoom link for every session here: https://temple.zoom.us/j/96046427589. These sessions will be recorded.
The Esquire Bound events for the fall semester are as follows:
- September 15th: Admission to Practice: Overview of the Bar Exam – Recording – Slides
- September 29th: Admission to Practice: Other Requirements
- October 13th: Planning for the Bar Exam: Courses, Schedules, and More
- November 10th: Tools to Tackle the Bar Exam: Essential Study Tools and Resources
2025 MPRE Dates and Registration Deadlines – Register for March MPRE by January 23rd, 2025
The Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE) is a two-hour, 60-question multiple-choice examination administered three times per year. It is required for admission to the bars in almost every jurisdiction in the United States. The 2025 test dates for the MPRE have been released, and can be found below:
| Test Administration | Recommended Submission Date to Apply for Accommodations | Registration Deadline Fee: $160 |
|---|---|---|
| March 26 or 27, 2025 | December 4, 2024 | January 23, 2025 |
| August 20 or 21, 2025 | April 30, 2025 | June 18, 2025 |
| November 13 or 14, 2025 | July 30, 2025 | September 25, 2025 |
For more information, or to register, please go to the MPRE Registration Information page of the NCBE website here: https://www.ncbex.org/exams/mpre/registration/
Information on Free MPRE Review Courses
MPRE review courses are a great opportunity to get a sense of which commercial bar prep course might be best for you. Information on the MPRE prep courses for some of the most popular bar prep companies are linked below: BARBRI, Helix, Kaplan, Quimbee, Themis.