Local Stand Against Racism Site – Albany Law School, April 29, 2011

The Stand Against Racism is a movement of the YWCA with the goal of bringing people together from all walks of life – across the country – to raise awareness that racism still exists.  Albany Law School is a local site for this campaign.   This program is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.  The methodology of the Stand Against Racism is to bring together like-minded organizations that share in their vision of eliminating racism and celebrating the richness of diversity.  By inviting community organizations to partner with us, we maximize the outreach of this mission, attracting hundreds of thousands of participants.  We invite all students, staff and faculty to join us in the East Foyer between 9am – 1pm. Lets join fellow members of the Albany Law School community and sign our pledge sheet, enjoy a cup of coffee and breakfast  on Friday, April 29th.  Review other Capital District and national Participating Sites  in our community and come out to take a Stand Against Racism and Sexism.    

Since this event will take place during our reading period,  FREE Coffee and Muffins will be available for everyone.   To our law students, Good luck on exams! and to members of the Class of 2011, Congratulations! on your upcoming graduation.

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The Capital District Black and Hispanic Bar Association invites you to celebrate Cinco de Mayo!

Community Law Day, Saturday, April 30

Black Law Students Association, 3rd Annual Alumni Banquet, April 22

 

Photos from the April 22, 2011 banquet:

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2010-2011 Albany County Bar Association Diversity Internship Program Reception

Created during the Fall of 2000, the Albany County Bar Association’s Diversity
Internship Program seeks to increase private sector work experience for students of color, specifically to work in law firms in the Capital District during their second- and third-year of law school.  A $1,800 stipend is provided by each participating firm each semester for this 10-week diversity internship program (firms hire law interns during the Fall and Spring semesters only).  Below is a photo gallery from the end of the 2010-2011 academic year reception to celebrate the accomplishment of our students.  The reception was sponsored by all participating law firms.  It took place at the restaurant located at 677 Prime, in downtown Albany and held on April 12, 2011 from 5:30-7:30p.m.  Members of the local and NYS judiciary and attorneys and alumni from the participating law firms joined Albany Law School’s Director of Diversity Affairs Office, Pershia Wilkins and the fall and spring interns at this great event.　 　

　　　　　　　　　　　　

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Apply by June 30: Harter Secrest & Emery LLP – Early Interview Day 2011

April is … National Sexual Assault Awareness Month

 Facts:  

• 80% of all sexual assaults are committed by an acquaintance of the victim.
• 50% of all sexual assaults involve alcohol use by at least one person.
• 67% of those who are sexually assaulted will tell someone.
• 1 in 6 women has been the victim of a rape or attempted rape.
• 1 in 10 victim of sexual assault is male.

To recognize the importance of the month, Albany Law School’s Students & Staff Task Force Members has a number of events planned.  We encourage your participation and support.  Events as of April 22nd includes:

Tabling: On Tuesday, April 26 from 10am – 2pm.  Members of our student and staff taskforce will be at an information table.  Location: outside the Cafeteria at the Bar Review Table:

Free Coffee, Muffins & Bookmarks from 10am -2pm.    

Good Luck on Exams!

We encourage members of the Law School community to donate to a local rape crisis center and show your support by visiting our information table outside the Cafeteria.

Community-wide events:

Sign up to join “Team Albany Law School” for the following events:

Thursday, April 14th – “Take Back the Night”: This community-wide march and rally was hosted by The College of St. Rose. The rally began at 6:15 pm.  At least 100 joined this Walk on April 14th.

Saturday, April 30th – “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes“

• This is the international men’s march to stop rape, sexual assault, and gender violence.  Sign up at our table on Tuesday, April 26th.
• It is held at Samaritan Hospital – Lally Pavilion, Troy, NY - Join us! 
  Note: A carpool from Albany Law School on April 30th is available for teammates.  Contact our Director of Diversity Affairs if you have questions, diversity@albanylaw.edu  

Campus Response to Sexual Assault, Domestic & Dating Violence and Stalking: in addition to partnering with local victim service agencies, the Campus Response Project has conducted numerous trainings on sexual assault, domestic & dating violence and stalking for University Heights Public Safety Officers and for Albany Law School personnel who are responsible for ensuring offender accountability through the Albany Law School’s judicial/disciplinary process.  Albany Law School is a member of this 2007 grant awarded by the Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.

Invitation: April 5th Event at Albany Law School, 4-6pm

Jobs: IndyBar 2011 Diversity Job Fair – Employers Interviewing

The Indianapolis Bar Association is thrilled to announce their 4th annual Diversity Job Fair with even more employment potential.  It is being held on August 18 – 19, 2011 at the Embassy Suites in downtown Indianapolis.

• In 2010, over twenty law firms, government and corporate legal employers interviewed over 70 student candidates.  Dozens of offers were extended and accepted as a result of these interviews.
• This year, 22 employers are committed to helping you secure internships and work experience (These are Summer 2012 JOBS: for the students who are currently members of the Class of 2013 & 2014).

The Indianapolis Bar Assocation (IndyBar) cordially invites fall 2011, full-time 2L law students (graduating May 2013) or part-time 2L and 3L law students (graduating 2013/2014) to participate in the IndyBar Diversity Job Fair.

Student Registration Information

Student registration is now open! Students will register for the Indybar Diversity Job Fair via Symplicity’s website at https://law-indybar-csm.symplicity.com/students/.  After the student submits his/her registration, an automatically-generated password will be provided, which will enable him/her to use the system throughout the next few months.  The student registration deadline is July 18, 2011. 
There is no fee for students to register for the IndyBar Diversity Job Fair. REGISTER TODAY! (3) $2,500 scholarships will be presented to interviewing students!   For hotel information and more, click here.