The Communications Office invites you to join its award-winning team and help with projects related to the college’s extensive website and other digital communications projects. Strong writing and web design skills and experience with HTML, CSS, and image editing software required.  Experience with WordPress a plus. Candidates must be highly reliable, organized and able to work well with others. Employment will be for 10 – 20 hours per week with very flexible scheduling.

Send resume and links to samples of websites/digital work (if available) to Online Communications Coordinator James Ayres at jayres@law.ufl.edu. You may also call 352-273-0650, or come by the Levin College of law Communications Office, 244 Bruton-Geer Hall, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL.

Communications Office seeks writer

The Communications Office at UF Law seeks a talented writer to assist with covering news, events and feature stories for its weekly publication, FlaLaw Online. The position will begin in the fall semester. Stories may also be considered for publication in alumni publications UF Law eNews and UF LAW magazine. Students are welcome to apply for this fun and flexible position. Organization and ability to meet deadlines are a must. Knowledge of AP Style is preferred. Approximately 10-15 hours per week. Send writing samples and resume to FlaLaw Editor Whitney Smith at smithw@law.ufl.edu.

The Communications Office invites you to join its award-winning team and help with projects related to the college’s extensive website and other digital communications projects. Strong writing and web design skills and experience with HTML, CSS, and image editing software required.  Experience with WordPress a plus. Candidates must be highly reliable, organized and able to work well with others. Employment will be for 10 – 20 hours per week with very flexible scheduling.

Send resume and links to samples of websites/digital work (if available) to Online Communications Coordinator James Ayres at jayres@law.ufl.edu. You may also call 352-273-0650, or come by the Levin College of law Communications Office, 244 Bruton-Geer Hall, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL.

The Legal Writing/Appellate Advocacy department is accepting applications for teaching assistants. Interested students can pick up applications in the department office on the second floor of the Martin H. Levin Advocacy Center or ask their appellate advocacy professor. The deadline to submit applications is today.

Earn six credits in an outstanding foreign summer law program at UF Law.

Costa Rica: June 16 – July 22, 2013

Located in San Jose, Costa Rica, this program is especially attractive to anyone interested in international or environmental issues. Classes held at the University of Costa Rica will be spiced up with issue-oriented field trips and visits to legal institutions.

France: June 24 – July 26, 2013

A week in Paris followed by four weeks in the charming university city of Montpellier, France. Plus, many French students will be sharing your classes. A fabulous mixture of learning, culture and travel.

South Africa: June 10 – July 12, 2013

We are fortunate to have a strong relationship with the University of Cape Town, regarded as one of the best universities in all of Africa. Cape Town itself? It’s acknowledged by many as the most beautiful city in the world. An unforgettable journey into a fascinating country, culture and land of beauty.

The deadline has been extended to Wednesday. To apply, use the ‘Apply Now’ button on each program’s Admission Requirements webpage. It’s rolling admission for all three programs so don’t miss your chance to participate. Refer to the study abroad website for information on the programs or let Michelle Ocepek know if you have any questions (ocepek@law.ufl.edu or 352-273-0620).

Legal Writing/Appellate Advocacy department seeks teaching assistants

The Legal Writing/Appellate Advocacy department is accepting applications for teaching assistants. Interested students can pick up applications in the department office on the second floor of the Martin H. Levin Advocacy Center or ask their appellate advocacy professor. The deadline to submit applications is April 1.

Public Justice essay contest awards $5,000 to winner

Public Justice is holding its annual Hogan/Smoger Access to Justice Essay Contest, which gives $5,000 to the winner. The intent-to-enter deadline has passed, but the essay submission deadline is March 31 for those who met the initial deadline. This year’s topic is “Is Democracy For Sale? Have Citizens United’s holdings run amok? Legal challenges left to Super Pacs? Can funding disclosure be required?”

The winner of the essay contest will receive $5,000, a free 2013 Public Justice Foundation student membership, and the essay will be featured on the Public Justice website and in the nationally disseminated Public Justice newsletter. The contest is open to all law students who are currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited law school.

If you have any questions about the essay contest, contact Cassandra Goings at cgoings@publicjustice.net or 202-797-8600.

Professor Shani King is looking for a research assistant for a short-term project with the potential for more work in the future. Interdisciplinary work is a plus, as the project involves law, history, sociology, and political science. Of particular interest are individuals who have expertise in critical legal studies, organizational, structural and institutional discrimination, and LGBT legal studies. Submit a resume and cover letter and the name of two references (preferably one of whom is a UF law professor) to kings@law.ufl.edu.

Public Justice essay contest awards $5,000 to winner

Public Justice is holding its annual Hogan/Smoger Access to Justice Essay Contest, which gives $5,000 to the winner. The intent-to-enter deadline has been passed, but the essay submission deadline is March 31 for those who met the initial deadline. This year’s topic is “Is Democracy For Sale? Have Citizens United’s holdings run amok? Legal challenges left to Super Pacs? Can funding disclosure be required?”

The winner of the essay contest will receive $5,000, a free 2013 Public Justice Foundation Student Membership, and the essay will be featured on the Public Justice website and in the nationally disseminated Public Justice newsletter. The contest is open to all law students who are currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited law school.

If you have any questions about the essay contest, contact Cassandra Goings at cgoings@publicjustice.net or 202-797-8600.

Professor Shani King is looking for a research assistant for a short-term project with the potential for more work in the future. Interdisciplinary work is a plus, as the project involves law, history, sociology, and political science. Of particular interest are individuals who have expertise in critical legal studies, organizational, structural and institutional discrimination, and LGBT legal studies. Submit a resume and cover letter and the name of two references (preferably one of whom is a UF law professor) to kings@law.ufl.edu.

Public Justice essay contest awards $5,000 to winner

Public Justice is holding its annual Hogan/Smoger Access to Justice Essay Contest, which gives $5,000 to the winner. The intent-to-enter deadline has been passed, but the essay submission deadline is March 31 for those who met the initial deadline. This year’s topic is “Is Democracy For Sale? Have Citizens United’s holdings run amok? Legal challenges left to Super Pacs? Can funding disclosure be required?”

The winner of the essay contest will receive $5,000, a free 2013 Public Justice Foundation Student Membership, and the essay will be featured on the Public Justice website and in the nationally disseminated Public Justice newsletter. The contest is open to all law students who are currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited law school.

If you have any questions about the essay contest, contact Cassandra Goings at cgoings@publicjustice.net or 202-797-8600.

Professor Shani King is looking for a research assistant for a short-term project with the potential for more work in the future. Interdisciplinary work is a plus, as the project involves law, history, sociology, and political science. Of particular interest are individuals who have expertise in critical legal studies, organizational, structural and institutional discrimination, and LGBT legal studies. Submit a resume and cover letter and the name of two references (preferably one of whom is a UF law professor) to kings@law.ufl.edu.

Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship program applications due March 8

The director of the Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship program was on campus last week to recruit UF Law students. UF Law students have been strongly represented in this selective and non-partisan program over the past few years. Whitney Smith, a 3L, is currently serving as a Gubernatorial Fellow, and over the past three years, four UF Law students have been selected as Gubernatorial Fellows.

In addition to the professional and networking opportunities, fellows receive a tuition waiver for the year they serve in Tallahassee.

Students can visit www.floridafellows.com to learn about the expectations and requirements of the program, as well as read testimonials from alumni. Interested students must apply online.

Applications are due by Friday, March 8. The fellowship will follow the university calendar starting in August 2013 and ending in May 2014. The governor’s screening and selection committee will announce the program participants in June.

Public Justice essay contest deadline on Thursday, awards $5,000 to winner

Public Justice is holding its annual Hogan/Smoger Access to Justice Essay Contest, which gives $5,000 to the winner. The intent-to-enter deadline has been extended to Thursday to give students who may not have known about the contest initially or missed the January deadline a chance to enter. This year’s topic is “Is Democracy For Sale? Have Citizens United’s holdings run amok? Legal challenges left to Super Pacs? Can funding disclosure be required?”

The winner of the essay contest will receive $5,000, a free 2013 Public Justice Foundation Student Membership, and the essay will be featured on the Public Justice website and in the nationally disseminated Public Justice newsletter. The contest is open to all law students who are currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited law school. The essay submission deadline is March 31.

If you have any questions about the essay contest, contact Cassandra Goings at cgoings@publicjustice.net or 202-797-8600.

Professor Shani King is looking for a research assistant for a short-term project with the potential for more work in the future. Interdisciplinary work is a plus, as the project involves law, history, sociology, and political science. Of particular interest are individuals who have expertise in critical legal studies, organizational, structural and institutional discrimination, and LGBT legal studies. Submit a resume and cover letter and the name of two references (preferably one of whom is a UF law professor) to kings@law.ufl.edu.

Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship program applications due March 8

The director of the Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship program was on campus last week to recruit UF Law students. UF Law students have been strongly represented in this selective and non-partisan program over the past few years. Whitney Smith, a 3L, is currently serving as a Gubernatorial Fellow, and over the past three years, four UF Law students have been selected as Gubernatorial Fellows.

In addition to the professional and networking opportunities, fellows receive a tuition waiver for the year they serve in Tallahassee.

Students can visit www.floridafellows.com to learn about the expectations and requirements of the program, as well as read testimonials from alumni. Interested students must apply online.

Applications are due by Friday, March 8. The fellowship will follow the university calendar starting in August 2013 and ending in May 2014. The governor’s screening and selection committee will announce the program participants in June.

Applications due Friday for summer externships

Externships offer students for-credit, semester-long opportunities to leave the traditional classroom setting and assist lawyers and judges in the practice of law and the administration of justice. Externs earn course credit while working for judges, government agencies, public interest organizations and corporations.

Applications are now being accepted for summer externships. To apply go to the UF Gator Jobs homepage at https://jobs.ufl.edu. Applications for several externships are reviewed on a rolling basis so it is best to apply early. The application deadline for most externships is Friday at midnight. See the Summer Externship Program Guide, Part 2 on the UF Law Externship web page for more information. Contact Julie Barnes in the Center for Career Development with questions.

Public Justice essay contest awards $5,000 to winner

Public Justice is holding its annual Hogan/Smoger Access to Justice Essay Contest, which gives $5,000 to the winner. The intent-to-enter deadline has been extended to Feb. 28 to give students who may not have known about the contest initially or missed the January deadline a chance to enter. This year’s topic is “Is Democracy For Sale? Have Citizens United’s holdings run amok? Legal challenges left to Super Pacs? Can funding disclosure be required?”

The winner of the essay contest will receive $5,000, a free 2013 Public Justice Foundation Student Membership, and his or her essay will be featured on the Public Justice website and in the nationally disseminated Public Justice newsletter. The contest is open to all law students who are currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited law school. The essay submission deadline is March 31.

If you have any questions about the essay contest, contact Cassandra Goings at cgoings@publicjustice.net or 202-797-8600.

Professor Shani King is looking to hire a research assistant for a short-term project with the potential for more work in the future. Interdisciplinary work is a plus, as the project involves law, history, sociology, and political science. Of particular interest are individuals who have expertise in critical legal studies, organizational, structural and institutional discrimination, and LGBT legal studies. Submit a resume and cover letter and the name of two references (preferably one of whom is a UF law professor) to kings@law.ufl.edu.

Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship program applications due March 8

The director of the Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship program was on campus last week to recruit UF Law students. UF Law students have been strongly represented in this selective and non-partisan program over the past few years. Whitney Smith, a 3L, is currently serving as a Gubernatorial Fellow, and over the past three years, four UF Law students have been selected as Gubernatorial Fellows.

In addition to the professional and networking opportunities, fellows receive a tuition waiver for the year they serve in Tallahassee.

Students can visit www.floridafellows.com to learn about the expectations and requirements of the program, as well as read testimonials from alumni. Interested students must apply online.

Applications are due by Friday, March 8. The fellowship will follow the university calendar starting in August 2013 and ending in May 2014. The governor’s screening and selection committee will announce the program participants in June.

Applications now being accepted for summer externships

Externships offer students for-credit, semester-long opportunities to leave the traditional classroom setting and assist lawyers and judges in the practice of law and the administration of justice. Externs earn course credit while working for judges, government agencies, public interest organizations and corporations.

Applications are now being accepted for summer externships. To apply go to the UF Gator Jobs homepage at https://jobs.ufl.edu. Applications for several externships are reviewed on a rolling basis so it is best to apply early. The application deadline for most externships is Feb. 22 at midnight. See the Summer Externship Program Guide, Part 2 on the UF Law Externship web page for more information.

Contact Julie Barnes in the Center for Career Development with questions.

Ambassadors are current students who are selected for their interest in helping new students prior to, during, and even after the ILSP. If you are interested in being a part of the Ambassador team, submit an application(s) and resume to the Office of Student Affairs and sign up for an interview.

Visit the webpage, which includes further explanation of the process:

• Program Overview
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Coordinator Application
• Ambassador Application
• Returning Ambassador Application

Ambassador application packets are due by Wednesday at noon. Contact Michelle Ocepek in Student Affairs for more information at ocepek@law.ufl.edu or 352-273-0620.

Professor King seeks research assistant

Professor Shani King is looking to hire a research assistant for a short-term project with the potential for more work in the future. Interdisciplinary work is a plus, as the project involves law, history, sociology, and political science. Of particular interest are individuals who have expertise in critical legal studies, organizational, structural and institutional discrimination, and LGBT legal studies. Submit a resume and cover letter and the name of two references (preferably one of whom is a UF law professor) to kings@law.ufl.edu.

Gubernatorial Fellowship program director on campus Thursday

The director of the Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship program will be on campus on Thursday 5-5:50 p.m. in the Chesterfield Smith Ceremonial Classroom, HOL 180, to recruit UF Law students. UF Law students have been strongly represented in this selective and non-partisan program over the past few years. Whitney Smith, a 3L, is currently serving as a Gubernatorial Fellow, and over the past three years, four UF Law students have been selected as Gubernatorial Fellows.

In addition to the professional and networking opportunities, fellows receive a tuition waiver for the year they serve in Tallahassee.

Students can visit www.floridafellows.com to learn about the expectations and requirements of the program, as well as read testimonials from alumni. Interested students must apply online.

Applications are due by Friday, March 8. The fellowship will follow the university calendar starting in August 2013 and ending in May 2014. The governor’s screening and selection committee will announce the program participants in June.

Applications now being accepted for summer externships

Externships offer students for-credit, semester-long opportunities to leave the traditional classroom setting and assist lawyers and judges in the practice of law and the administration of justice. Externs earn course credit while working for judges, government agencies, public interest organizations and corporations.

Applications are now being accepted for summer externships. To apply go to the UF Gator Jobs homepage at https://jobs.ufl.edu. Applications for several externships are reviewed on a rolling basis so it is best to apply early. The application deadline for most externships is Feb. 22 at midnight. See the Summer Externship Program Guide, Part 2 on the UF Law Externship web page for more information.

Contact Julie Barnes in the Center for Career Development with questions.