Featured Upcoming Events
Feb. 25 The 19th Annual Public Service Auction
Feb. 26 Annual Survey Dedication to Judge Guido Calabresi
Feb. 27 NYU in Albany Day
Feb. 28 Panel: Presidential Authority for Drone Targeted Killing Program
Feb. 28 Law Women: Private Practice Panel
Mar. 1 Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Law Women Symposium
Mar. 1 Symposium Application Deadline
Mar. 4 Government Structures and the Redistribution of Wealth
Mar. 6 A New Framework for Success: Fine-Tuning Your Academic Approach
Mar. 7 International Food Festival
Mar. 9 LaLSA Ball
Mar. 11 Convocation Attire Q&A
Mar. 14 Spring Fling
April 6 WHAT NOW? Marriage Equality for Presbyterians and Everyone
Announcements
A New Framework for Success:
The Office of Student Affairs is proud to host the March 6 Milbank Tweed Forum dedicated to helping you fine-tune your academic approach. This workshop is a follow up to our January panel titled “Making Sense of Your 1L Grades.” Join Professor Troy Mckenzie and fellow students as we discuss ways to retool your exam taking skills and explore new approaches to studying. In an effort to build upon your first exam experience, we will highlight best practices for outlining and using outlines as your exam prep framework. Click here for more information. We look forward to seeing you there!
DATE:
Wednesday, March 6
TIME:
12:30-1:45 p.m.
Tutoring Assistance:
Now that the semester is well underway, if you feel that you are struggling in a particular class, please let us know and we will try to match with an appropriate tutor if available.
How are you doing?
If you are experiencing anxiety about your current courses, we wanted to remind you that we are here to help. Do not suffer in silence! Contact us at law.studentaffairs@nyu.edu or (212) 998-6658 to schedule an appointment, or just stop by our office in Furman Hall, Room 474. In addition, the NYU Student Health Center offers free confidential counseling services. You can reach them at (212) 998-4780.
Wellness Resources
Free Yoga, Furman Hall, Room 112 (next door to Wachtell Café).
Mondays at 6:00 p.m. Sponsored by Law OM.
Feb 28 class is cancelled Thursdays at 4:15 p.m. This weekly class is taught by Dean Fama.
Live Well NYU:
Check out NYU’s new website for information about discounts, events, activities, and wellness tips and tools. Please note that all recognized student groups are invited to publicize their events on this site. Please click here for more information.
Law Lifeline:
You may be interested in this new online resource for law students. It contains valuable information specifically for law students about coping with anxiety and stress. Please click here for more information.
The Mindfulness Project at NYU:
Please check out The Mindfulness Project at NYU’s newsletter for upcoming events and activities. Among other things, the Mindfulness Project regularly schedules meditation and yoga sessions. All sessions are drop-in; space and mats are first come, first served. Please click here for more information.
Multi-Cultural Programs and Resources
Cancelled Global Legal Skills Series: Beyond Mentoring – Career Advancement Strategies
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
12:00-1:30 p.m.
FH 214
Presenter: Brande Stellings, Executive at Catalyst
Sandwiches will be provided
RSVP at ogastudentworker@nyu.edu (a head count for food is needed)
NYU Center for Multicultural Education and Programs (CMEP):
Interested in staying informed about multicultural programs on and off campus? Click here for more information, or join the listserv of CMEP by subscribing at join-cmepgrad@lists.nyu.edu.
Explore New York… Explore the World:
Discover the unique communities that make New York City unlike any other. Throughout the year, free guided tours will take you to vibrant neighborhoods far beyond Washington Square to experience new cultures, cuisines, and traditions that will deepen your appreciation for your new home. Please click here for more information, or click here to register for this week’s tour.
Museum Getaway:
Museum Getaway is a new initiative from the NYU Division of Student Affairs designed to provide free access for students to many of New York City’s museums. In addition, several of the museums have opportunities for faculty and staff to visit for free as well. Please click here for more information.
Is Your Classroom Too Hot? Too Cold?
For your convenience, FIX is a work order system that notifies Facilities when maintenance or a repair is required. You can do this as you are sitting in that hot or cold classroom! To submit a FIX request, go to http://www.law.nyu.edu/operations/facilities/index.htm. Once on the page, select an Academic Building or a Residence Hall then enter your net ID and password. Should you have any issues when submitting your FIX request, please contact the NYU Law Project Management Office at law.pmo@nyu.edu.
Newsletter Submissions
If you are a recognized NYU School of Law student group, we are happy to help you publicize your upcoming events in the Office of Student Affairs Weekly Newsletter. Events must first be posted on the law school calendar at: https://its.law.nyu.edu/ems/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.login. Following your calendar submission, please email the Office of Student Affairs at law.studentaffairs@nyu.edu with your calendar link. You MUST submit a calendar link to be considered for the newsletter. Submissions must be received by Thursday at 5:00 p.m. for publication the following Monday morning.