November 13

A Note of Gratitude
Thanks for responding to our call for gratitude. Here's a submission for today. 

I am grateful to Professor June Tai for her tireless efforts in helping me think of ways to create inclusion at the Law School, especially with an emphasis towards international students. Professor Tai has been a valuable sounding board and always willing to share ideas and lend her expertise. – Neda Barrett

Community News

• Sunday begins week 13/Odd Week!
• *New* Monthly Law DEI Communication – Beginning Thursday, December 3, we’ll be adding a new e-mail communication. The Law DEI e-mail will be sent on the first Thursday of every month to all law students, faculty and staff. It will include upcoming programs, speakers, articles, and more. If you have information you would like to include, send it to neda-barrett@uiowa.edu.
• The University of Hong Kong Faculty of Law has terrific opportunities for students to study law abroad and potentially earn advanced law degrees. Their research postgraduate program trains students to become academic leaders or professionals in a variety of fields. More information is available at https://www.law.hku.hk/research/introduction.php. Contact Amy Best, amy-best@uiowa.edu or Neda Barrett, neda-barrett@uiowa.edu with any questions.
• Faculty- Looking for ways to enhance your online courses?  The following links are course opportunities that you may find beneficial as we continue to navigate the online learning experience.
  https://teach.its.uiowa.edu/events/peer-peer-workshop-pandemic-teaching-practices
  https://teach.its.uiowa.edu/events/5-strategies-improve-your-virtual-course

Upcoming Events

• Tuesday, November 17th 12:45-1:45 PM. In June, the Supreme Court ruled in Bostock v. Clayton County that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects employees & job applicants against discrimination based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. OWLSS and OutLaws are excited to present you with a discussion of the case led by Professor Christina Bohannan. Professor Bohannan will give an overview of Bostock and discuss the future implications of this landmark ruling. This event will take place on Tuesday, November 17th from 12:45-1:45 p.m. via Zoom https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/91474310665. We look forward to (virtually) seeing you! Contact Allison Adams allison-adams@uiowa.edu with any questions.
• Tuesday, November 17th, 1:00-1:45 PM - Please join IPLS for a presentation on Nov. 17th from 1-1:45PM by Erica Andersen, Partner at Covington & Burling. She will discuss her professional experiences and career path in pharmaceutical patent litigation. The meeting can be accessed with the following Zoom link: https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/96816935783#success
• Wednesday, November 18th Noon - 1:00 PM Join UICHR for a webinar: Election 2020: What's Next? A UICHR roundtable exploring the challenges and potential for America's future https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/96393832713 
• November 18th, 1:00-1:50 PM - Clerking Discussion with Professor Bram Elias Join First Generation Professionals as we host Professor Bram Elias as he shares his knowledge of Judicial Clerkships and why YOU should seek one! Event: November 18, 1:00-1:50 p.m. https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/99738938900
• Wednesday, November 18th 4:30-6:30 PM Diversity Reception  This event is open to all to attend. The Diversity Committee will provide an update from Iowa Law to all participants and then breakout rooms will provide small group discussion on predetermined DEI topics. If you would like to register for the Diversity Reception please send an email to law-rsvp@uiowa.edu. Once your email has been received you will be sent a Zoom event invitation in Outlook to accept. 
• Thursday, November 19th 5:30 PM Black Law Students Association (BLSA) General Body Meeting  - The last BLSA general body meeting of the semester will be Thursday, November 19th starting at 5:30 pm CST. This last meeting will be a social event for everyone to relax, play fun games, and enjoy spending time as a community! The BLSA Board looks forward to seeing you all there! Contact  Alexis Walker-Dunham; alexis-walker-dunham@uiowa.edu with any questions. General Meeting Zoom Link: https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/94612145828?pwd=dVJGckkyTzBkci8zUkVkak5LZ2JJQT09#success
• Friday and Saturday, November 20st & 21st - Global Law Fair - The first annual Global Law Fair will introduce participants to exceptional law schools from around the world. Register here https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6hfZuZ2SeRzq6LX for the chance to learn about advancing your career through international study, scholarship opportunities for international students, and more. The event will take place on multiple dates to accommodate different schedules. The same schools will be in attendance on both dates, and will give the same presentation on both dates.
• Monday, November 23rd 5:00 PM - Attn Third-Year and LLM Students: What are you doing over winter break? Why not start on your bar application? It will likely be easier to it over break than after classes resume. Please join Dean Crain on Monday, November 23, 2020 at 5:00 for a virtual program on the bar exam application, preparation, and substance. Although there will be changes to the bar exam, for example, I do not know which exams will be virtual and which will be in-person, some aspects will remain the same. All questions are welcome!
  Rene will soon send you an Outlook invitation with a Zoom link. Hope to see you there!

Reminders

• SBA E-mail - If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please reach out to ISBA at law-isba@uiowa.edu.
• COVID-19 Law-Specific Updates For building updates, hours, and resources for Fall 2020, we've put together this resource page. It also includes an archive of these e-mails.  
• BLSA Study Tables - Join the Black Law Students Association (BLSA) at our bi-weekly Virtual Study Tables to chat, catch up on readings, and ask questions of your 1L classmates or 2L and 3L peers this upcoming Saturday, November 12, 2020 from 10:30-11:30A. Zoom link: https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/93139357331 Meeting ID: 931 3935 7331
• UC Hastings Fundraiser & Comedy Show -  ISBA received the following invitation from a law student at UC Hastings and wanted to pass along the info. This Friday the 13th (11/13) at 9 pm CT, there is a virtual stand-up comedy show/fundraiser with Nowhere Comedy Club to benefit the non-profit organization Larkin Street Youth Services, the largest provider for youth experiencing homelessness in San Francisco. Email pamela.simmonite@uchastings.edu for a $5 off promo code (available for any students who are interested in attending). The link to the event is: UC Hastings Fundraiser and Comedy Show Event Link
• ISBA Winter Break BLM Book and Movie Clubs - ISBA is excited to invite Iowa Law faculty, staff, and students to our Winter Break BLM book and movie clubs. If you're looking for a way to connect and engage in discussion with other Law Hawks over break, fill out the form below to join a book or movie club. The book options are: How to be an Antiracist by Dr. Ibram X Kendi, The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander, The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett, and The Meet Cute Club by Jack Harbon. The movie options are: Black Panther and Freedom Riders. We suggest looking for these books at your local library, the Libby App, or a local, independent bookstore. Black Panther is on Disney Plus. Freedom Riders is on Prime Video and PBS. If you are financially unable to purchase a copy of one of the books and it isn't available at your local library, please send ISBA an email (law-isba@uiowa.edu). Sign-up closes December 18th at 5 p.m. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQUHUpNjDR6W0tlmEmN5SM-piSJDyrS5PBoQg_34DOuOKqjg/viewform

• 5 Strategies to Improve Your Virtual Course Webinar - Monday, November 23, 10-11 a.m.:  5 Strategies to Improve your Virtual Course & Monday, December 14, 1-2 p.m.:  5 Strategies to Improve your Virtual Course (repeated)

• Cornerstones for Course Design Interactive Webinars - https://teach.its.uiowa.edu/initiatives/cornerstones-course-design 

• “How-To” Trainings on a Range of Topics - See the Upcoming Events page for a list of upcoming training opportunities & Recordings of past events are available at https://teach.uiowa.edu/recorded-webinars

• Have Specific Questions About Your Course?  - Request a consultation, with follow-up support as needed, to discuss course structure, communication strategies, course facilitation, and more & Contact the ITS Helpdesk for technical troubleshooting or technology issues/questions. Additional Support/Resources
• Carrel Security Please remember to lock up the items you keep in your carrels when you leave them unattended. If you do not have your carrel storage combination, please stop by the Circulation Desk. Remember to bring your ID.
• Library Skylight Project - College of Law is in line with all of the glass breaking that has happened this month!  Kamala as our Vice President Elect, the largest percent of women in this years class, there are more women in the congressional delegation, and our skylights project!  Glass is breaking everywhere! After many years and increasing issues with our skylights, the decision was made this summer to remove them. The skylight replacement project is moving forward ahead of schedule to ensure the work can be done before winter. The work begins next week and is scheduled to be completed by December 4th. This will mean some carrel assignments will have to be adjusted for the remaining onsite weeks. Impacted students will receive messages from the Law Library Administration. We apologize for the inconvenience, but look forward to reopening even more spaces on the 1st Floor for students use, including 32 carrels that are currently blocked off.
• Mark T. Banner Scholarship – Deadline December 4, 2020 - This scholarship is part of The Richard Linn American Inn of Court's commitment to fostering the development of intellectual property lawyers of high ethics, civility and professionalism, and especially those from diverse backgrounds. The application is available on the Linn Inn of Court’s website at http://www.linninn.org/Pages/scholarship.shtml The recipient of the scholarship receives $10,000 to be applied to their legal education. This scholarship is available to law students who have entered into a JD program at an ABA-accredited law school in the United States and who will continue in that program through at least the Fall semester 2021.
•  National Tax Law Scholarship Brown, PC is now accepting applications for the firm’s National Tax Law Scholarship, a $500 stipend which will be awarded to a second or third year full-time U.S. law student with a demonstrated interest in tax law. The award will be paid directly to the student, and can be used for any expenses related to legal education, including but not limited to tuition, room, board, books, bar review courses, or commuting expenses. Contact law-financialaid@uiowa.edu with any questions.

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