Interested in being part of the Student Bar Association (SBA)? Want to get more involved? SBA Elections are coming up!

The deadlines are below. All positions are open – President, Day Vice President, Evening Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, American Bar Association Representative, Chicago Bar Association Representative, Illinois State Bar Association Representative, and Class Representative. *Day Division has four representative positions and Evening Division has two representative positions.

Please see the list of all positions and their descriptions. The elections are governed by Article III of the SBA Bylaws. Copies of both documents are attached. Also attached is the Campaign Petition that each candidate must submit. Typically, the petition must be signed by students along with their student ID number.

Due to the current circumstances, this process will be entirely digital and candidates must make a public Google Doc that will allow students to enter their name and ID numbers for themselves. The petitions are due by Friday, April 10th at 5pm and they must be closed from any further editing before being submitted to the Election Chairs. Failure to adhere to this will be grounds for disqualification. In order to submit the petitions, share them directly with Noor Abdulmassih (nabdulmassih), Mike McGee (mmcgee1), and Emily Barney (ebarney).

Below is the Election timeline. Be sure to adhere to the following:

• Tuesday, April 7th: Election Petitions Released
• Friday, April 10th: Election Petitions Due by 5pm
• Monday, April 6th: Campaigning Begins at 8am
• Wednesday, April 8th: Voting Opens
• Friday, April 10th: Voting Closes

If there are any questions regarding the election process or in general about the SBA, feel free to email the Election Chairs Mike McGee and Noor Abdulmassih. Thank you and best of luck to all potential candidates!

Election Petition.pdf

Sample Candidate Statement.pdf

SBA Election Procedures (Article III).pdf

SBA Position Descriptions.pdf

This is a final reminder to send in your SBA Award nominations by Thursday, April 2 at 12 pm (noon). Don’t forget to nominate not just your peers, but also professors, staff, alumni, and student organizations that you believe have shown great dedication to the law school!

1. The SBA Awards include the following awards:

• Staff Member of the Year
• Adjunct Professor of the Year
• Professor of the Year
• Alumna/Alumnus of the Year
• Ralph Brill Award

• This award may only be given to a staff member, faculty member or alumnus/alumna who has either: (a) been employed by Chicago-Kent for the last 10 years; OR (b) Graduated at least 10 years before the award is given and has shown exemplary service and accomplishments

Student Organization of the Year

2. Bar & Gavel Society

The Bar & Gavel Society is a prestigious society composed of graduating students (3Ls/4Ls) who have demonstrated leadership and service to the law school. These students do not have to be members of SBA. Up to 12 of the nominees will be admitted. Past recipients have distinguished themselves through outstanding service to the law school, peers, legal profession and community around them.

Know someone who deserves to be recognized through the SBA Awards or Bar & Gavel Society? Please submit your nominations toSofia Valdivia at svaldivia with the subject line “Nomination for SBA Awards.”

Nominations MUST:
(1) State the reasons for the nomination
(2) Not exceed 250 words
(3) May include a resume of the nominee (but not required)
(4) are DUE Thursday, April 2 at 12:00 pm (noon)

Happy Monday! We know that priority #1 last week was adjusting to online classes, so the deadline for SBA Award nominations is being extended to Thursday, April 2 at 12 pm (noon). Don’t forget to not just nominate your peers, but also professors, staff, alumni, and student organizations that you believe have shown great dedication to the law school!

1. The SBA Awards include the following awards:

• Staff Member of the Year
• Adjunct Professor of the Year
• Professor of the Year
• Alumna/Alumnus of the Year
• Ralph Brill Award

• This award may only be given to a staff member, faculty member or alumnus/alumna who has either: (a) been employed by Chicago-Kent for the last 10 years; OR (b) Graduated at least 10 years before the award is given and has shown exemplary service and accomplishments

Student Organization of the Year

2. Bar & Gavel Society

The Bar & Gavel Society is a prestigious society composed of graduating students (3Ls/4Ls) who have demonstrated leadership and service to the law school. These students do not have to be members of SBA. Up to 12 of the nominees will be admitted. Past recipients have distinguished themselves through outstanding service to the law school, peers, legal profession and community around them.

Know someone who deserves to be recognized through the SBA Awards or Bar & Gavel Society? Please submit your nominations toSofia Valdivia at svaldivia with the subject line “Nomination for SBA Awards.”

Nominations MUST:
(1) State the reasons for the nomination
(2) Not exceed 250 words
(3) May include a resume of the nominee (but not required)
(4) are DUE Thursday, April 30 at 12:00 pm (noon)

Chicago Kent:

Check Library Resources During COVID-19 for information about e-coursebooks, remote access study and assessment aids, research guides, databases, and reference assistance.

Thank you!

Welcome back from Spring Break! We know there have been a lot changes these last few weeks. Even though the school is now remote, SBA wanted to assure you all that we will still be distributing SBA Awards and inducting students into the Bar & Gavel Society. That being said, the deadline for nominations has been extended to Monday, March 30 at 9 am.

As a reminder, the SBA Awards and Bar & Gavel Society recognizes outstanding work and dedication to the law school.

1. The SBA Awards include the following awards:

• Staff Member of the Year
• Adjunct Professor of the Year
• Professor of the Year
• Alumna/Alumnus of the Year
• Ralph Brill Award

• This award may only be given to a staff member, faculty member or alumnus/alumna who has either: (a) been employed by Chicago-Kent for the last 10 years; OR (b) Graduated at least 10 years before the award is given and has shown exemplary service and accomplishments

Student Organization of the Year

2. Bar & Gavel Society

The Bar & Gavel Society is a prestigious society composed of graduating students (3Ls/4Ls) who have demonstrated leadership and service to the law school. These students do not have to be members of SBA. Up to 12 of the nominees will be admitted. Past recipients have distinguished themselves through outstanding service to the law school, peers, legal profession and community around them.

Know someone who deserves to be recognized through the SBA Awards or Bar & Gavel Society? Please submit your nominations toSofia Valdivia at svaldivia with the subject line “Nomination for SBA Awards.”

Nominations MUST:
(1) State the reasons for the nomination
(2) Not exceed 250 words
(3) May include a resume (but not required)
(4) are DUE Monday, March 30 at 9:00 am

Chicago-Kent Community,

Our first concern is to preserve the health and safety of students, faculty, and staff. In light of the circumstances, the Barrister’s Ball has been cancelled. Anyone who reserved a hotel room must cancel their reservation immediately. The cancellation policy will allow a refund up until 72 hours prior to the event. For that reason, cancel your reservation as soon as possible.

Further, we anticipate full refunds to all students who purchased tickets for the event. Information will follow regarding refunds.

The Conviser Bash, SBA Awards, and Talent Show will also be cancelled until further notice. Further details, following on the central administration’s email, will be forthcoming to address some specifics about how the new policies will be implemented at Chicago-Kent.

We apologize for any inconvenience, and hope everyone is staying safe.

Thank you,

-The Student Bar Association

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THIS WEEK:

Certificate Programs Fair March 10!

ACS, Criminal Law Society, & NLG on March 10!

Judicial & Legal Externship Applications Due March 10!

Lobby Committee March 12!

Student Events:

Judicial & Legal Externships

Fall 2020 Judicial Externship applications are due by noon on March 10 in Room 618.

Summer and Fall Legal Externship applications are available online, in the law offices, in career services and by the third floor elevators.

Casetext

Casetext Legal Research is GIVING AWAY ONE FREE

Barrister’s Ball ticket! ($75 value)

To enter, complete this Google form to the fullest extent, noting the requirements at the top of the form, and the winner will be announced by March 15.

https://forms.gle/14jEooiwG4SW6Gac6

SBA

The Student Bar Association is seeking nominations for the SBA Awards and the Bar & Gavel Society. The award ceremony will be held Wednesday, April 29 and celebrates outstanding work and dedication to the law school.

1. The SBA Awards include the following awards:

• Staff Member of the Year

• Adjunct Professor of the Year

• Professor of the Year

• Alumna/Alumnus of the Year

• Ralph Brill Award

• This award may only be given to a staff member, faculty member or alumnus/alumna who has either: (a) been employed by Chicago-Kent for the last 10 years; OR (b) Graduated at least 10 years before the award is given and has shown exemplary service and accomplishments

Student Organization of the Year

2. Bar & Gavel Society

The Bar & Gavel Society is a prestigious society composed of graduating students (3Ls/4Ls) who have demonstrated leadership and service to the law school. These students do not have to be members of SBA. Up to 12 of the nominees will be admitted. Past recipients have distinguished themselves through outstanding service to the law school, peers, legal profession and community around them.

Know someone who deserves to be recognized through the SBA Awards or Bar & Gavel Society? Please submit your nominations to Sofia Valdivia at svaldivia with the subject line “Nomination for SBA Awards.”

Nominations MUST:

(1) State the reasons for the nomination

(2) Not exceed 250 words

(3) May include a resume (but not required)

(4) are DUE Friday, March 27 at 5:00 pm

We look forward to receiving your nominations! Additionally, don’t forget to save the date for the award ceremony!

Library

A Library Contest for CK Students

How do I Win?

Complete the Procertas Word Brief module and you’ll automatically be entered into monthly drawings for Starbucks Gift Cards!

Who can participate?

All Chicago-Kent students may enter. The Word Brief module is especially helpful for 1Ls!

Contest ends at 5:00 pm on 4/27/2020.

If you don’t have your Procertas login, you can contact dginsberg to ask for access.

See our library blog for more information: http://blogs.kentlaw.iit.edu/library/2020/01/libraryraffle2020/

CK-Law Mindful Yoga

Wednesdays from 11:30am-12:30 pm on the 7th floor. Bring your own mat!

If you are a 1L or 2L Yoga Instructor and interested in joining the incredible instructors-Meg and Akshita, please contact Bridget Murphy at bmurphy7

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FAIR

Come to the All-Certificate Programs Fair on Tuesday, March 10th, in Morris Hall from 4:15pm-5:15pm.

Food will be served!

ACS, Criminal Law Society, & NLG

Event Name: Wrongful Conviction – A Discussion with an Exoneree

Event Description: Johnnie L. Savory was wrongfully convicted of a double murder at age 14. He will speak about being incarcerated for 30 years and his ongoing litigation battles. Professor Kling, who has represented Mr. Savory, will introduce him and talk about the forensics issues at play on March 10, from 12:00pm-1:00pm.

Any questions please contact Vicky Saliu at vsaliu

SBA

Kick off Spring Break with the Lobby Committee on Thursday, March 12, from 7:30pm-9:30 pm in the Lobby.

Chipotle and drinks will be catered!!

LAMBDA

LGBTQ+ Judges Night

Thursday, March 26, 5:30pm in the Lobby.

Come meet the LGBTQ Judges of Cook County! Join the Chicago-Kent Lambdas in the Chicago-Kent lobby for a networking event with the Alliance of Illinois Judges. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be provided.

Please contact cklambdas if you have any questions.

Today is the last day to buy your Barrister’s Tickets for $75!
From Friday, March 6-Monday, March 9, tickets will cost $85.

Barrister’s Ball Tickets

Hotel Room Link below:

Palmer House Hotel Room

Code: BARR

Diversity Week is happening now!!

Come support Diversity Week by attending the various events throughout the week!

https://www.kentlaw.iit.edu/about/diversity/diversity-week

Revised 2020 Diversity Week Agenda Flyer.pdf