The Docket | Sept. 29, 2014

Dear Students,

Deborah Lawson from the California State Bar will be on campus this Wednesday to discuss the Moral Character Application process.  She will explain the process, answer general questions from the audience and then be available to meet with students individually to discuss more sensitive issues.  Ms. Lawson’s presentation will be in Classroom C from 12:30 to 1:30 PM.  We will be serving pizza and drinks. All students are encouraged to attend.

Mary C. McGuire

Assistant Dean for Student Affairs

Reading Tutors needed! Volunteer as a Reading Partner today!

Help make a difference in your community! Reading Partners is seeking volunteer tutors Monday through Thursday, between 9 AM and 5 PM. It is a one hour a week commitment. Volunteer hours count toward the Capital Commendation for Public Service. Bret Hart Elementary School is within walking distance of McGeorge. This program is eligible for pay under the federal work study program. The pay is $10 per hour. Reading Partners is a nonprofit organization that recruits and trains community volunteers to provide one-on-one literacy tutoring to students who are struggling with reading. Tutors deliver a highly effective, research validated curriculum and are supported by program staff who are onsite at all times. To sign up to be a Reading Partner, visit the Reading Partner website.  If you have any questions, please call (916) 996-0830 or email rachael.valler@readingpartners.org.

Fall Photo Shoot

Pacific McGeorge is getting ready for a Fall photo shoot! We are looking for individuals to join us and serve as “talent” in our promotional photos.  We will be solidifying a particular date and time in the next two weeks, so if you are willing to serve as models in these photos, please RSVP to Chad Tittle at ctittle@pacific.edu. Please send your email address, phone number and any dates and times that are excluded for you (i.e. – class schedule).  We are hoping to take most photos in the early am or in the eve around 6 PM.

Run for Student Bar Association (SBA) First Year Rep!

The SBA is the student organization that represents McGeorge School of Law before the American Bar Association (ABA). The ABA is the professional association of attorneys that govern the legal field and ABA accredited law school academic policies. The elections process for SBA First Year Representative will begin this week. Please contact the SBA Election Committee Chairs Sean Baird at s_baird2@u.pacific.edu and Jennifer Trotter at j_trotter@u.pacific.edu if you are interested in running for First Year Representative for more information. As the SBA First Year Representative, your primary duty will be to represent the interests of your class before the SBA Board.  As a voting member of the SBA Board, you will have a voice in the decision making process of the SBA.  Lastly, as First Year Representative, you will also be responsible for the “End of Year Party” celebrating the completion of your first year of law school.  

ExamSoft – Registration and Uploading

Don’t forget to register (first years) or re-register (returning students) for ExamSoft! The registration page is here  (see email sent to all students on 9/8 for instructions).  You can then download any available exams. Reminders are sent to students who haven’t yet downloaded prior to exams, so always check your “u.pacific.edu” email at least once daily and especially during exam periods. Any questions, Dan Breuer in the Library can offer technical assistance at dbreuer@pacific.edu or contact the Faculty Support Office. Don’t wait until the last minute and then discover you have a computer issue.

Notice Regarding Payment of Student Club Dues at the Business Office

There are a couple of important things you need to know before coming to the business office to pay your club dues – these tips should save you time or the inconvenience of having to return to our office another time:

1.Our system does not have the capability of accepting credit or debit card transactions; we are able to accept cash or checks in form of payment.

2.You will need to know the amount your club charges for due as we do not have a list of charges in our office.

And, as always if you have questions we can help you answer please contact us by calling  916.739.7054 or by emailing the Business Office.

WE WANT YOU – Admissions Office Looking for Student Ambassadors

The Admissions Office is looking for student applicants to the Student Ambassador Program for the 2014-2015 Academic Year. Volunteer student ambassadors will serve as the face of Pacific McGeorge and assist the admissions team in the recruitment process by giving tours, communicating with prospective students, applicants and admitted students, and by attending on-campus and local off-campus recruitment events. All upper division students are eligible to apply and must submit a statement of interest, an unofficial law school transcript, and a current resume. For a full program description and to apply, contact Tracy Simmons, Assistant Dean of Admissions, Diversity Initiatives & Financial Aid at tsimmons@pacific.edu.

Lexis Nexis Information Table

11:30 AM – 2:00 PM and 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Student Center Table 2  

Questions: Stephanie Sagaria at stephanie.m.sagaria@lexisnexis.com. 

Bloomberg Information Table  

11:00 AM – 1:45 PM | Student Center Table 2    

Questions: Mariam Aboudamous at m_aboudamous@u.pacific.edu.

Themis Bar Prep Information Table

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Student Center Table 3     

Questions: Yvette Edwards at yvette.edwards@themisbar.com.  

Influenza Vaccination Clinic

2:00 –  6:15 PM | Lecture Hall

Vaccination clinics are coordinated efforts by the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Pacific Health Services to keep our campus healthy.  For questions regarding the influenza vaccination, please call 209-946-2315 ext. 1 and any additional questions, please contact me via email at cbassi@pacific.edu or at 916-739-7182. The cost for benefit eligible employees is $0.00 (Sponsored by Human Resources) and non-benefit eligible employees is $20.00 cash. Bring your Pacific ID and wear non-restrictive clothing that will allow easy access to the upper arms. 

Field Placement Presents | Field Placements in Health Law – Hiring/Supervising Attorneys Give the Inside Scoop!   

5:00 – 6:00 PM | Classroom E 

Have you ever wondered what an Extern does in a Health Law Placement?  If so, please join the Field Placement Program as we host the hiring/supervising attorneys for externs for six different Health Law legal offices:  California Mental Health Directors Assn, Department of Managed Health Care, Department of Public Health, California Attorney General Offices: Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Privacy Enforcement and Protection Unit, and Health Education and Welfare.  They will discuss what types of assignments you can expect to do in their respective offices, how they hire and will be available to answer any questions you may have.  Please join us – pizza will be provided.  Questions: Sally Draper at sdraper@pacific.edu.

Lexis Nexis Information Table

11:30 AM – 2:00 PM and 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Student Center Table 2

Questions: Stephanie Sagaria at stephanie.m.sagaria@lexisnexis.com. 

CDO Presents | CDO2Go: Student Center Drop-In Hours  

12:00 – 1:00 PM | Student Center Table 1 and Table 3

Do you have “ONE QUICK CAREER QUESTION”? Stop by our table in the Student Center and chat with a CDO career advisor.  

Introduction to LexisAdvance

12:30 – 1:00 PM | Classroom D

Calling all 1Ls, please come and enjoy lunch on Lexis while learning the basics of LexisAdvance. We will look at the basics as well as Secondary Source research!  Points will be awarded for attendance as well as Camelbak water bottles! See you there. Questions: Stephanie Sagaria at stephanie.m.sagaria@lexisnexis.com. 

California State Bar Moral Character Event

12:30 – 1:30 | Classroom C

Come join Debra Murphy Lawson, Director, Moral Character Determinations for the Office of Admissions, State Bar of California. Ms. Lawson will discuss the Moral Character Application process and answer questions. Pizza and drinks will be served. This is a “must attend” event for 3D and 4E students who plan to sit for the Bar exam in February or July of next year. All students are welcome. Questions: ksarnowski@pacific.edu.

Salary Negotiation Panel (Co-Sponsored by SBA, Women’s Caucus, ADR Club and CDO)   

12:30 – 1:30 PM | Classroom B

Not sure how to negotiate salary? Are you looking for advice from attorneys who hire regularly? Come hear from a panel of McGeorge alumni from various legal sectors who currently hire and negotiate salaries with attorneys to hear their advice, suggestions, and answers to your questions. Pizza will be served. Please RSPV to lawcareers@pacific.edu. Questions: Isabella Hannon at ihannon@pacific.edu.

Drugs and Damages: A Debate about California’s Proposition 46   

4:45 – 5:45 PM | Classroom E

Attorneys representing both sides of the Proposition 46 debate will present their sides in a discussion moderated by Professors Levine and Moylan. Proposition 46 proposes  changes to California’s Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act (MICRA), which currently sets pain and suffering damages at $250k. Proposition 46 would also require drug testing for physicians and create new standards for prescribing certain drugs to patients. This event is co-sponsored by the Civil Justice Association of California, Consumer Attorneys of California, the Pacific McGeorge Capital Center for Law and Public Policy, and the Pacific McGeorge Governmental Affairs Students Association. Questions: Professor Levine at llevine@pacific.edu. 

Phi Alpha Delta General Meeting

5:00 – 6:00 PM | Classroom H       

Come to the Second General Meeting. We will be discussing upcoming events, ways to get involved and brainstorming new event ideas for the rest of the year! Questions: l_tully@u.pacific.edu.

Bloomberg Information Table

11:00 AM – 1:45 PM | Student Center Table 2          

Questions: Mariam Aboudamous at m_aboudamous@u.pacific.edu. 

CDO Presents | CDO Drop-In Hours

12:00 – 1:00 PM | CDO Lobby        

Questions: Isabella Hannon at ihannon@pacific.edu.  

J. Reuben Clark Law Society Weekly Club Meeting

12:00 – 1:00 PM | S-18 

Come join us for our weekly meeting. Upcoming events and the intersection of law and faith will be discussed. Questions: j_robertson5@u.pacific.edu. 

Christian Law Students Society Meeting   

12:30 – 1:30 PM | S-19 

Come join CLSS ‘s weekly meeting for encouragement, camaraderie, and just a bit of faith! Everyone is welcome. For information, contact William Fussell at w_fussell@u.pacific.edu.

CDO Presents | Prosecutor Minority Recruitment Workshop  

5:00 – 6:00 PM | Classroom A  

If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding and exciting legal career, do not miss the upcoming Prosecutor Minority Recruitment Workshop. This is a one night event, consisting of two parts: (1) a panel discussion involving prosecutors from federal, state and local jurisdictions talking about life as a prosecutor, the role of minorities in positions of power and decision making, and the hiring practices of each office; (2) the attorneys will separate into small groups where they will provide advice on interview techniques and provide feedback regarding submitted resumes and cover letters. If you wish to have your resume reviewed, please bring it to the workshop. Questions? Please contact Isabella Hannon at 916.739.7011 or ihannon@pacific.edu.

4th Annual Phi Alpha Delta Oktoberfest at Pour House 

9:30 PM – 1:00 AM | Off-Campus Location

Come join Phi Alpha Delta for their 4th Annual Oktoberfest Fundraiser at Pour House. Walk in the door and receive your free wristband that will give you access to a drink menu designed by Pour House specifically to support Phi Alpha Delta. Get in the spirit and enjoy some live music and specials! No ticket purchase necessary! Questions: Jennifer Domer at j_domer@u.pacific.edu.

Lexis Nexis Information Table

11:30 AM – 2:00 PM and 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Student Center Table 2
Questions: Stephanie Sagaria at stephanie.m.sagaria@lexisnexis.com. 

Sac Bee Kid’s Day (Phi Alpha Delta)

6:00 – 10:00 AM | Off-Campus Location

Join Phi Alpha Delta on Sac Bee Kid’s Day and help raise money to support Shriner’s Hospital for Kids! Every year on Kid’s Day thousands of local volunteers join together on the streets of Sacramento to sell the Sacramento Bee. For every newspaper sold, 75 cents goes directly to kids in need. Join us in supporting this great cause on Tuesday October 7, 2014. For information, contact Andrew Schmidt at a_schmidt3@u.pacific.edu.

Bloomberg Information Table

11:00 AM – 1:45 PM | Student Center Table 2

Questions: Mariam Aboudamous at m_aboudamous@u.pacific.edu.

Wolter Kluwer Textbook Informational Table  

12:00 – 1:00 PM | Student Center Table 3

Introducing the Connected Casebook from Wolters Kluwer Legal Education. Come get some free swag and learn about Connected Casebook and other study aids by Wolters Kluwer.

Field Placement Presents | An Evening with Supervising Attorneys in Environmental Law    

5:00 – 6:00 PM | Classroom E

Questions: Sally Draper at sdraper@pacific.edu.

Lambda 2nd General Meeting and Volunteer Sign-up

5:15 – 6:00 PM | Classroom A

Join Lambda for its 2nd general meeting to discuss the upcoming Fall Spectacular, volunteer opportunities, and other upcoming events! Pizza will be provided. Contact Josh Bohannan for more information at j_bohannan@u.pacific.edu.

Themis Bar Prep Information Table

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Student Center Table 3

Questions: Yvette Edwards at yvette.edwards@themisbar.com.  

Lexis Nexis Information Table

11:30 AM – 2:00 PM and 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Student Center Table 2

Questions: Stephanie Sagaria at stephanie.m.sagaria@lexisnexis.com.

CDO Presents | CDO2Go: Student Center Drop-In Hours

12:00 – 1:00 PM | Student Center Table 1

Do you have “ONE QUICK CAREER QUESTION”? Stop by our table in the Student Center and chat with a CDO career advisor.

Lambda’s 6th Annual Fall Spectacular & Silent Auction Ticket Sales

12:00 – 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM -6:00 PM | Student Center Table 1

Tickets for the Fall Spectacular will be on sale in the Student Center! Ticket pricing is $20 for general admission, $25 for V.I.P Table and $30 to be in the V.I.P. Booth! Ticket prices includes two free drinks (wine or beer) and Hors d”Oeuvres. All Proceeds benefitting the Jeffrey K. Poilé LGBT Civil Rights Memorial Scholarship. Tickets will be on sale in the student center leading up to the event and at the door if still available. For more information see our Facebook page.

Bloomberg Information Table   

11:00 AM – 1:45 PM | Student Center Table 2

Questions: Mariam Aboudamous at m_aboudamous@u.pacific.edu. 

Themis Bar Prep Information Table

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Student Center Table 3

Questions: Yvette Edwards at yvette.edwards@themisbar.com.  

CDO Presents | CDO Drop-In Hours

12:00 – 1:00 PM | CDO Lobby

Questions: Isabella Hannon at ihannon@pacific.edu.  

J. Reuben Clark Law Society Weekly Club Meeting

12:00 – 1:00 PM | S-18

Come join us for our weekly meeting. Upcoming events and the intersection of law and faith will be discussed.

Lambda’s 6th Annual Fall Spectacular & Silent Auction Ticket Sales

12:00 – 1:00 PM and 5:00 – 6:00 PM | Student Center Table 4 and 1

See description above. For more information see our Facebook page.

Christian Law Students Society Meeting

12:30 – 1:30 PM | S-19

Come join CLSS ‘s weekly meeting for encouragement, camaraderie, and just a bit of faith! Everyone is welcome. For information, contact William Fussell at w_fussell@u.pacific.edu.

Lambda’s 6th Annual Fall Spectacular & Silent Auction Ticket Sales

12:00 – 1:00 PM and 5:00 – 6:00 PM | Student Center Table 4 and 1

See description above. For more information see our Facebook page.

Student Bar Association Board of Governors Meeting    

5:30 – 6:30 PM | SBA Office

All students are welcome to attend. This is the meeting where the entire SBA Board convenes to deliberate on SBA matters such as funding requests for student clubs, SBA events, and other matters impacting our student constituency.  If you are unable to attend and wish to meet, please feel free to contact Ernesto Falcon at e_falcon@u.pacific.edu to schedule an alternative time.

RECON: Yosemite Camping Trip (Recreation Connection)

6:00 AM – 11:00 PM on Sunday | Yosemite National Park

RECON is planning its first camping trip in Yosemite National Park the weekend of October 11 and 12. RECON is open to the school community and other guests, so you are welcome to bring friends and family (costs will vary depending on membership, and student status). If you are interested in attending please come to the RECON meetings which will assist with finding the necessary equipment, carpooling, and determining the expenses. For further information please contact Caley Connolly at c_connolly1@u.pacific.edu. We hope to hear from you soon!

TWO WORK STUDY POSITIONS in the CDO, Available to Start Immediately

The CDO is looking for TWO work-study students to start immediately. Please contact Isabella Hannon at ihannon@pacific.edu if you are interested or if you have any questions. Please contact Leah Adams at ladams@pacific.edu with any questions.

WORK STUDY POSITIONS in The Office of Advancement

The Office of Advancement has two work study positions open that support Alumni Relations and Events. Both positions have a heavy emphasis on researching and verifying alumni contact information. They will also entail answering the alumni relations line and assisting callers with general information about upcoming alumni events, and general questions, as well as making phone calls to alumni to invite them to upcoming events. Help will be needed in preparing for alumni events. There will be special projects that will arise, and other duties as assigned daily. If you are interested, please email Christine Chatman at cchatman@pacific.edu to set up an interview.

WORK STUDY POSITION in Admissions Office

The Admissions Office is seeking upper division work study students to assist the admissions team with daily administrative needs and tasks. Work study students will also assist in recruiting activities including giving tours to prospective students, communicating with prospects, applicants and/or 

admitted students, as well as, assisting the admissions team during on-campus recruiting events. The position requires superior communication and problem solving skills, attention to detail and accuracy, strong organizational skills and punctuality. Work study students will be required to sign confidentiality agreements. Please send inquiries and/or applications (cover letter and resume) to Annemarie Meyer at mcgeorge@pacific.edu.

WORK STUDY POSITION in Graduate & International Programs Office

The Graduate & International Programs Office is looking for a work study student who will be able to assist in a variety of areas: Provide tours to prospective law students, answer phones, do data entry and clerical duties including scanning and uploading documents to files, stuffing envelopes, making folders, assist in processing applications, pack for recruiting events, update information in database, send emails to applicants.  We are looking for someone who has good communication and problem solving skills, attention to detail and accuracy, the ability to prioritize workload, strong organization skills, is punctual, enthusiastic and Professional. Students must sign confidentiality agreements.  Please submit any resumes to Kristi Axtell at kaxtell@pacific.edu or in person at Northwest hall room 103.

Mark your calendar for these upcoming events:

10/12/2013 

Rugby game at Stanford

10/16/2014 at 12 PM

CDO Presents – Brand Yourself Through Strengths Finders

10/17/2014

Women in the Modern Military Symposium (Military Law Society and Women’s Caucus)

10/17/2014 at 4 PM

McGeorge House Patio Jam Session

10/18/2014 at 8 PM

Fall Spectacular put on by Lambda in the Student Center.

10/20/2014 at 12:30 PM

Student, Faculty, and Staff Townhall Meeting with University of the Pacific’s President Eibeck.

10/22/2014 and 10/23/2014

Criminal Law Society Practitioner Series co-hosted by the Federal Bar Association

10/25/2014

Rugby game at SF Fog

10/27/2014

The Coming Conflict with Drug Cartels, Traffickers, and Transnational Criminals (Federalist Society)

10/30/2014 at 5 PM

Introduction to Federal Practice (Federal Bar Association)

10/31/2014

HOWLloween Costume Contest (Student Animal Legal Defense Fund)

11/7/2014

“The Long Overdue Reform of California’s Sentencing Practice and Policy” Symposium

11/8/2014 

Rugby game versus Google

11/8/2014

Immigration Fair

11/8/2014

Recon Paintball Battle (Recreation Connection)

11/11/2014

131,000 Military Law Society Fundraiser

11/11/2014 and 11/13/2014 at 12 PM

Spring 2015 On-Camus Interviews Information Session with the CDO

11/11/2014 at 5 PM

CDO Presents Introduction to Judicial Clerkships

11/15/2014

Rugby at University of the Pacific

1/10/2015 

Recon Ski and Snowboarding Adventure (Recreation Connection)

More information about upcoming events may be found online in the Student Calendar.