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COMMUNITY REMINDERS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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PA Voter Deadlines for November 4th Election \u2013 Monday, October 20th<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Do you need to register to vote in PA? Want to make changes to your PA Voter registration? October 20th is the last day to register or make changes before the November 4th election. Complete your Voter Registration Application<\/a> online today!\u00a0Need to check your PA Voter Registration Status or make changes to your registration? Check your PA Voter Registration Status here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For more information on voting in PA, go to the PA Department of State Voting & Elections Website<\/a> or contact your County Board of Elections<\/a>.<\/p>\n

October is Pro Bono Month – Volunteer with PA Free Legal Answers<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Current law students are welcome and encouraged to lend their time and unique expertise to Pennsylvania Free Legal Answers<\/strong><\/a>, a program offered by the Pennsylvania Bar Association in partnership with ABA Free Legal Answers.<\/p>\n

This valuable service provides free basic legal advice to individuals online, with no expectation of extended representation. By volunteering, you can make a real impact in expanding access to justice while building practical skills and serving your community.<\/p>\n

Celebrate Pro Bono Month by contributing your knowledge where it\u2019s needed most! For more information or to register, click here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Temple Law Current Student Housing Survey: Help the next class of Temple Law 1Ls find their new Philadelphia home!<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

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Complete the Housing Survey here: https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/Temple-Law-Housing-Survey<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Christian Legal Society – Weekly Programming<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Are you seeking a Christian community to support you in law school through prayer and quality time? Please join the Christian Legal Society for their weekly bible studies:<\/p>\n

Day Time: Thursday @ 9:15 AM in K7B<\/strong><\/p>\n

Evening: Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM on Zoom! See link below:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Join Zoom Meeting
\nhttps:\/\/temple.zoom.us\/j\/8800705586<\/a>
\nMeeting ID: 880 070 5586<\/p>\n

The Women’s Law Caucus Outline Bank is now OPEN for new registrations!<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Membership to the WLC Outline Bank gains you access to hundreds of outlines, previously prepared by upperclassmen at Temple Law, organized by course and professor\u2014this is an invaluable resource, especially for new students.
\nYour payment goes to supporting WLC events and programs, as well as \u201cmember-only\u201d perks, such as WLC-funded happy hours and a discounted “It Depends” sweatshirt. Your payment will also last for your entire time at Temple Law!<\/p>\n

The payment schedule is as follows:
\nBefore October 1st: $20.00
\nOctober 1st \u2013 October 15th: $25.00
\nOctober 15th \u2013 November 1st: $30.00<\/p>\n

To gain access to the WLC Outline Bank, fill out the form linked below and follow the instructions to submit your payment!
\nForm Link: https:\/\/forms.gle\/HvCp12Cb6ZeRVgSp7<\/a><\/p>\n

Volunteer Judges Needed for Haverford College Mock Trial Tournament \u2013 November 8th & 9th<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Haverford Mock Trial is hosting their annual undergraduate mock trial tournament, the Black Squirrel Invitational, on the weekend of\u00a0November 8-9, 2025 <\/strong>in Center City Philadelphia, Pennsylvania<\/strong>, and are seeking judges for the tournament. For more information, or to sign up to volunteer as a judge, please complete this form<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Mac Users: Hold Off Upgrading to macOS Tahoe 26<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Apple will release its latest operating system, macOS Tahoe 26, this fall. At this time, Information Technology Services recommends not installing this upgrade, as you may encounter compatibility issues with various applications used at the university.
\nOnce our vendors certify that key applications used in our environment are compatible, we will notify you that it is safe to install this upgrade.<\/p>\n

If you use a Mac outside of school or work, you may also want to confirm that your software is compatible with macOS Tahoe 26 before upgrading.<\/p>\n

Questions? Please contact the Technology Support Center at tuhelp.temple.edu<\/a> or call 215-204-8000.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Join the Philadelphia Bar Association Today!<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Philadelphia Bar Association makes an important investment in students\u2019 professional development by paying for your membership. To get started, fill out this online form<\/a>. You must use your temple.edu email address. Questions? Contact membership@philabar.org<\/a>\u00a0or (215) 238-6300.<\/p>\n

Pennsylvania Bar Association – Free Membership for Law Students<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

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<\/a><\/p>\n

Hispanic Bar Association of Pennsylvania \u2013 Free Student Membership<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Free ABA Law Student Membership<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n

ABA Law Student Membership is FREE and includes many extremely valuable resources. For more information: \u00a0ABA Law Student Membership Brochure<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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UPCOMING EVENTS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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APALSA Bento Box Bonanza – Monday, October 20th
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APALSA is here to power you through the midsemester with a bento box fundraiser for all students! We\u2019ll be offering three different bento box options for the student body to purchase and enjoy. Stop by, grab a meal, and support APALSA while treating yourself to some comfort food!<\/p>\n

Monday, October 20, 11:00\u20133:00 PM, Klein 1st Floor Breezeway<\/strong>. Pick up your bento box!<\/p>\n

Supreme Court Roundup, Part II – Monday, October 20th<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

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2025 Friel Scanlan Lecture – Wednesday, October 22nd<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

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APALSA x Family Law Society Speaker Series: Family Law – Wednesday, October 22nd<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Join APALSA and the Family Law Society for a casual luncheon with AAPI practitioners in family law.\u00a0Wednesday, October 22, 12:00\u20131:00 PM, Room K1A<\/strong>. Food will be provided.<\/em><\/p>\n

PA Board of Law Examiners \u2013 Information Meeting: Bar Exam and Character & Fitness – Thursday, October 23rd<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

We are delighted that the Pennsylvania Board of Law Examiners will be presenting on Thursday, October 23rd at 12:00 pm in<\/strong> K1D<\/strong>. We will also be streaming this session on Zoom at this link: https:\/\/temple.zoom.us\/j\/93787597451<\/a><\/p>\n

The PABOLE will discuss the Pennsylvania Bar Exam and the admissions process.\u00a0 This is a helpful presentation that includes information about the character and fitness process, and we hope you will attend.<\/p>\n

If you have any questions or concerns that you would like addressed, you can submit your questions anonymously via this form https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/bGBgGie8Q5<\/a> by Wednesday, October 22nd<\/sup> at 12PM<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

If you are unable to attend the meeting, please send any questions to Associate Director Urmson at nurmson@temple.edu<\/a> and she will ask on your behalf. This event will be recorded.<\/p>\n

Immigrants Under Siege: Learn the Facts. Work Together. Take Action. – Sunday, October 26th<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

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Questions? Email nwrefugeeandimmigrant@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n

APALSA October Study Hall – Monday, October 27th
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Take a break from the semester rush and join APALSA for our October Study Hall! Come outline, prep for class, or just get some focused study time with peers. Monday, October 27, 4:00\u20136:00 PM, Room K8B.<\/strong> Snacks will be provided.<\/em><\/p>\n

Chancellor’s Forum Career Panel on International Law – Tuesday, October 28th<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

We cordially invite you to join us for an engaging Chancellor’s Forum Career Panel on International Law: Pathways & Opportunities <\/strong>on Tuesday, October 28 at 12:00 PM <\/strong>in K2B<\/strong>. Come hear from our distinguished panelists as they share insights and experiences from their legal careers. Food will be served! Please find more information below.<\/p>\n

The Chancellor’s Forum is co-sponsored by the Philadelphia Bar Association’s International Law Committee and Temple’s Office of Career Planning, Office of Graduate & International Programs, and International Law Society. The panel discussion will include a Q&A with attorneys who work in a diverse range of careers related to international law. We will also include time for a brief networking session to meet the panelists one-on-one. We welcome you to learn more about the various employment opportunities and pathways to success for international law-oriented advocates!<\/p>\n

Welcome Remarks by Dean Kristen Murray
\nOpening Remarks by PBA Chancellor Katayun Jaffari<\/p>\n

Panelists:<\/p>\n

Jeremy Heep – Partner, Head of International Arbitration, Troutman Pepper Locke
\nStefania Rosca – Partner, Litigation Department, Montgomery McCracken
\nMichael Donnella – Director of the Center for Compliance and Ethics, Temple Beasley School of Law
\nRachel L\u00f3pez – Professor, International Human Rights Law, Temple Beasley School of Law<\/p>\n

Chancellor’s Forum Details:
\n\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Tuesday, October 28, 12:00 PM
\n\ud83d\udccd Temple Law School, Klein Hall (1719 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122), Room K2B
\n\ud83c\udf55 Free Food Provided<\/p>\n

Halloween Movie Night: Train to Busan – Thursday, October 30th
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Join APALSA for a spooky Halloween screening of Train to Busan. Thursday, October 30, 4:00\u20136:00 PM, Room K1D<\/strong>. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.<\/em><\/p>\n

Temple Law 2025 Diversity Reception – Wednesday, November 19th<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

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ACADEMIC SUCCESS PROGRAMMING<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Preparing for Class: Reading and Briefing Cases 2.0<\/strong><\/em> – Slides<\/a><\/h3>\n

Outlines: When and How to Begin – Information Session – Slides<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Exam Information 1.o: Examplify – Slides<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Exam Information 2.0: Exam-Taking Skills & Strategies – Slides<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Please email Sr. Director Walden at walden@temple.edu<\/a> to access any session recordings.<\/p>\n

WRITING COMPETITIONS, CONTESTS, SCHOLARSHIPS AND TOURNAMENTS<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Scholarship Opportunities and Data bank<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Information on available scholarships, writing competitions, contests, and tournaments is posted here: <\/span>Student Post Scholarship Page<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0 Students<\/span> seeking additional financial support during law school can also access the AccessLex Scholarship Databank<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES AND TA POSITIONS<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Part-Time Research Assistant Position: Environmental Law<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Professor Amy Sinden is looking for interested law students to work with her on a part-time basis as research assistants during the fall semester of 2025 on projects relating to environmental law.\u00a0 Possible topics\/projects will include comments on EPA rollbacks of regulations, the environmental impacts of data centers, and the role of cost-benefit analysis in EPA rulemaking.\u00a0 Work-study required.\u00a0 Interest in and knowledge of environmental law, administrative law, and\/or economics is a plus, but not required. Please send resume and transcript (unofficial) to Amy.Sinden@temple.edu<\/a><\/u>.\u00a0\u00a0Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS REMINDERS AND EVENTS<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Mindful Mondays: September 8, 2025 – December 1, 2025<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Take a moment to check in with yourself and join us for Mindful Mondays. A short guided mediation will be given, as well as a space for anyone who needs quiet and a space to relax and unwind.<\/p>\n

When:<\/strong> 12:15pm<\/span>\u00a0–\u00a012:45pm on <\/span>Mondays from September 8th through December 1st
\nWhere:<\/strong> \u00a0Temple Law School – Klein Hall – Room: K6A<\/span><\/p>\n

Add to your calendar<\/a><\/p>\n

Therapy Dog Thursday: September 4, 2025 – November 13, 2025<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Please join Henry the therapy dog in the law library for some rest and fun! Henry loves seeing old faces and new ones, so please come say hi!<\/p>\n

When:<\/strong> 3:00pm<\/span>\u00a0–\u00a04:00pm on <\/span>Thursdays from September 4th through November 13th<\/p>\n

Where:<\/strong> Klein Hall – Law Library, 3rd Floor<\/p>\n

Add to your calendar<\/a><\/p>\n

Tea Time Tuesday from 3:00 – 4:00 PM<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Need an afternoon pick me up? Come by the help desk for a hot cup of tea! Light snacks will be available as well as a variety of teas. We hope to see you there!<\/p>\n