COMMUNITY REMINDERS
Spring 2025 Practicum with USAO Criminal Division – Deadline Tuesday, October 1st at 12pm
We’re excited to share that we will be hosting a School Designed Practicum with the United States Attorney’s Office – Criminal Division in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania for the Spring 2025 semester.
This Practicum offers an incredible chance to work directly with Assistant United States Attorneys, gaining hands-on experience in federal criminal law through tasks such as legal research, trial preparation, and courtroom observation. A more detailed description can be found below. Please note, however, that the application deadline is approaching quickly – next Tuesday, October 1st.
Though we will release the first version of our Spring 2025 School Designed Practicum catalogue at the beginning of next week, we wanted to share this opportunity now due to the tight application timeline. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume and brief cover letter (one or two paragraphs) expressing interest addressed to the “United States Attorney’s Office – Criminal Division Practicum Selection Committee” to lawpract@temple.edu by 12:00 pm on October 1, 2024.
If you have any questions, please contact Associate Director Noeleen Urmson at nurmson@temple.edu.
CRIMINAL LAW PRACTICUM (UNITED STATES ATTORNEY’S OFFICE – CRIMINAL DIVISION)
There are multiple slots available for third- and fourth-year law students in this 3-credit Practicum.
This Practicum with the Criminal Division of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania supplements traditional classroom study by offering students the opportunity to gain practical legal experience through hands-on work with Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) involved in the investigation and prosecution of federal criminal cases. Students will deepen their understanding of criminal law, develop critical lawyering skills, and appreciate the ethical responsibilities of the legal profession. Under the supervision of one or more AUSAs, students will participate in and observe various phases of the federal criminal process, including investigations, pre-trial hearings, trials, and sentencing proceedings.
Students will assist AUSAs with a variety of tasks, which may include legal research and writing, drafting motions and briefs, assisting with evidence collection, interviewing witnesses, preparing exhibits for trial, and attending court proceedings. Depending on the needs of each case, students may also be involved in drafting and reviewing plea agreements, assisting with discovery, and observing or participating in courtroom advocacy.
Students will need to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week to this Practicum. A security clearance must be obtained prior to the start of the semester’s work, which requires selected students to provide their Social Security Card, Passport, and/or Birth Certificate. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume and brief cover letter (one or two paragraphs) expressing interest addressed to the “United States Attorney’s Office – Criminal Division Practicum Selection Committee” to lawpract@temple.edu by 12:00 pm on October 1, 2024.
Exam Information Session
Did you miss the Fall 2024 Exam Information Session? The slides are here and you can watch the recording at this link. If you have any questions, please contact Senior Director Walden at walden@temple.edu.
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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 Sessions
Did you miss our 1L ACE Sessions? You can view the recordings at the links below. If you have any questions, please contact Associate Director Urmson at nurmson@temple.edu.
Recording: 1L ACE #1: Studying & Synthesis – What to do Outside the Classroom (Evening)
Recording: 1L ACE #1: Studying & Synthesis – What to do Outside the Classroom (Day)
Recording: 1L ACE #2: Outlines – When and How to Begin (Day)
Recording: 1L ACE #2: Outlines – When and How to Begin (Evening)
Moot Court Team Information Session Recording
Interested in the Temple Moot Court Competition Team but couldn’t make the information session? You can find the link to the recording below.
The session covered:
- The audition process for the team
- Key expectations and requirements for team members
- Important dates and deadlines
- Any other specifics related to participation in Moot Court
Recording Link: https://temple.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=982f6855-35e9-43a7-b86b-b1f7000fdd89
If you have any additional questions after watching the recording, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Professor Braccia at marian.braccia@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.
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!
Bar Association Student Memberships – Join for Free Today!
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
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
2L ACE #1: Outlining Refresher – Tuesday, October 1st at 12PM and 5PM
Join us on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 for an Outlining Refresher designed specifically for 2L students to help you stay on track with your final exam preparation. This is a perfect opportunity to review the outlining process and get personalized feedback on your own outlines.
When & Where:
- 12:00 PM in K1C and via Zoom: https://temple.zoom.us/j/97440918474
- 5:00 PM in K1B and via Zoom: https://temple.zoom.us/j/97109697210
Pizza will be available for those who attend in person.
These sessions are BYOO: bring your own outlines! Haven’t started outlining yet? This is a great opportunity to get started. Make the most of this opportunity to fine-tune your outlines and set yourself up for success in your final exams.
Questions? Contact Associate Director Noeleen Urmson at nurmson@temple.edu.
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.
BLSA 1L Outlining & Exam Strategies – Wednesday, October 2nd at 4PM
Join BLSA for a student lead discussion about outlining and exam strategies during their weekly study hall on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 4pm in K1B. The event is open to all students, not just BLSA members.
Lunch with Litigators Fall 2024 Series – next events Wednesday, October 9th
Lunch with Litigators offers students the opportunity to hear from and ask questions of extraordinary advocates. The series takes place on Wednesdays, 11:45AM – 12:45PM in K1E. You must register to attend. Pizza will be provided. The Fall 2024 series is below:
- October 9: A Story of Innocence
- October 30: The World of Civil Litigation
- November 6: Three Exceptional Appellate Advocates
Summer in Rome Information Session – 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
“I Don’t Belong”: Imposter Syndrome in the Legal Profession – Thursday, October 10th at 12PM
Please join us for a collaborative program between the Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University and Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania.
Imposter Syndrome, also called perceived fraudulence, involves feelings of self-doubt and personal incompetence that persist despite one’s education, experience, and accomplishments. The majority of legal professionals experience Imposter Syndrome at some point in their legal careers due to self-imposed pressure, comparison, perceived inequities, and social injustices.
Our riveting speaker, Brian S. Quinn, Esq., will discuss the impact of the untimely death of his mentor and how trying to “fill his shoes” became more than a job; it took over his life. The consequences were a decades-long effort to cope with and then conceal those feelings with alcohol and drugs.
Asking for support is a sign of strength. The goal of this program is to break down barriers, melt away stigmas, and normalize ‘the ask’ for help. There is no one more important to advocate for than yourself!
For more information or to register for this event, 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.
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
- Janet Doherty Memorial Scholarship – Deadline November 12th
- American College of Real Estate Lawyers (ACREL) Law School Student Writing Award – Deadline December 31st – NEW
- 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
Temple University Wellness Resource Center October Events
The Temple University Wellness Resource Center (WRC) is hosting a series of events through the month of October. More details can be found below.
Mindful Mondays
Details: Monday, October 7th and 21st at 3 PM
Location: https://temple.zoom.us/j/92756662962
Description: Intentionally paying attention to the current moment without judgement takes some practice and the WRC wants to create space for you to do just that!
Mindful Mondays will be virtual opportunities to learn about the science of mindfulness, as well as engage in an optional guided practice (different each time).
Join us at either 3:00 or 3:30pm or stay the whole hour!
Thoughtful Thursdays
Details: Thursday, October 3rd, 7th and 31st at 11 AM
Location: https://temple.zoom.us/j/92756662962
Description: Drop by and explore a new wellness topic with the WRC team. Learn about supporting peers and friends, gain skills, and find community!
Wellness Day Your Way
Details: Friday, October 11th, 2024
Location: Virtual or Ambler Campus
Description: Temple University has designated Friday, October 11th as a university wellness day for students. Heading home for a long weekend? Staying cozy in your apartment of residence hall? Exploring options for a break in the routine?
- Stop by the Wellness Resource Center during business hours to pick up a free tote bag of goodies and resources. They also have a digital resource with checklists, wallpapers, apps, and links to enhance your wellness wherever you are! Check the link in their bio @BeWellTU
- @TempleAmbler has a day of programming planned to support your environmental wellness and sense of community. Register in advance using the link in their bio and take SEPTA or the Intercampus Bus to and from campuses.
- Access peer support and self-care resources through Tuttleman Counseling Services’ partnership with @Togetherall and @WelltrackBoost
The Clothesline Project
Details: Thursday, October 24th; 12-3PM
Location: Ritter Quad
Description: *Take care mention of interpersonal violence*
The Clothesline Project is an art display of t-shirts created by members of the campus community who have experienced violence and abuse. To honor #DDVAM, the Clothesline Project will be on display at Ritter Quad along with resource tables, giving folks the opportunity to share messages of support and healing. Join us in creating space for social change!
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.