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Superfish, a band from Gainesville that plays funky, New Orleans style music, plays on stage at Common Grounds during the seventh annual Music Law Conference showcase Friday night. (UF Law/ Charles Roop)
Peter T. Fay, a senior judge of the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals and a 1956 College of Law graduate, visited the law school last week as part of the first jurist-in-residence program named in his honor.
Music Law Conference brings together musicians and lawyers
It may have been a cold night, but it was one hot party at Common Grounds Friday night. Hundreds of people showed up to the Seventh Annual Music Law Conference’s Music Showcase. The showcase featured bands from the Gainesville area. Superfish, a band that plays funky New Orleans style music, was the second act of the night, after Danny Perez, a hip-hop artist who got the audience pumped up from the beginning. They were the perfect embodiment of the “From the Suits to the Stage” theme of the Music Law Conference – they wore dress shirts and ties.
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How Do You Find Anything When You Have A Billion E-mails? Feb. 26
With e-mail being as commonplace as it has become, e-discovery in litigation is becoming more important every day. On Thursday, Feb. 26, Jason Baron, the director of litigation for the National Archives and Records Administration, will speak about e-discovery. The lecture and Q&A session will be titled “How Do You Find Anything When You Have a Billion E-mails?” Baron will focus on White House e-mails in litigation, how to get what you’re looking for in litigation, and the latest research in information science and litigation. Prior to current position, Baron served as trial attorney and senior counsel at the Department of Justice, defending the government’s interests in complex federal court litigation, including cases involving the preservation of White House e-mails and other electronically stored information. Baron is also involved in The Sedona Conference, a research and educational institute that deals heavily with e-discovery.
Public Interest Environmental Conference this Friday
The University of Florida Levin College of Law's 15th Annual Public Interest Environmental Conference (PIEC) will be held Feb. 26 - Feb. 28, 2009, at the College of Law campus in Gainesville, Fla. The theme of this year's conference is "Beyond Doom and Gloom: Illuminating a Sustainable Future for Florida." The conference will focus on farsighted and innovative approaches to our environmental problems, emphasizing sustainability solutions from science and technology, progressive regulation and economics and behavioral change through communication and social marketing.
Speakers tell audience misguided feminism results in educational disparity for men
Law students and faculty filled the Bailey Courtroom to capacity on Feb. 18 to hear three speakers discuss the inequities found between “boys and girls” in today’s educational system. The lecture titled “The War Against Boys: How Misguided Feminism is Harming Our Young Men,” was sponsored by the UF Federalist Society. Christina Hoff Sommers, one of the speakers and a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research, a private, nonpartisan, not-for-profit group based in Washington D.C., told the audience that the policies created to help close the educational gap for women is creating an educational chasm for men.
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Judge Nilon discusses family court with law students
To an outsider, the courtroom may resemble a three-ring circus. Various set of lawyers stand around discussing multiple cases in front of one judge. This is the Unified Family Court (UFC), which places litigants with multiple cases in front of the same judge. Judge James P. Nilon, of Alachua County’s 8th Circuit, spoke Friday about his experience heading the UFC in Alachua County, which he did until recently switching to criminal court.
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Mills comments on Facebook privacy issues
Mills, author of the 2008 book Privacy: The Lost Right, said Facebook shouldn’t be allowed to use someone’s picture, identity or information for profit, and students should protest the fact that Facebook claims rights to do these things. “I think it really confirms what has sort of been happening on Facebook, which is that they can use that information, and people tend to forget how public and accessible their information becomes,” Mills said.
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Upcoming Events
JMBA hosts lobbying luncheon Feb. 25
Students are invited to this town hall-styled forum to voice their concerns about curriculum, facilities, social and networking events, and the law school community in general. The general lobbying luncheon for 1L, 2L, 3L and LL.M. students will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at noon. Pizza will be provided.
1,2,3L's: How to Have a Successful Summer Feb. 25
Attorneys from Quarles & Brady are returning to campus to show students what life as an associate is like on Feb. 25, at noon in BG 136. The presentation will focus on what to expect in firm life, surprises you may encounter along the way and how to find eventual success as a summer associate. Pizza will graciously be provided by the firm.
"More Guns, Less Crime: The Case for Concealed Weapons on Campus" Feb. 25
The UF Federalist Society invites you to attend "More Guns, Less Crime: The Case for Concealed Weapons on Campus" with Dr. John Lott, author of "Freedomnomics" and senior research scientist at the University of Maryland. Also speaking will be Professor Larry Kenny, professor of economics at the University of Florida Warrington College of Business. The event will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at noon in HOL 345. This event is open to the public and a Q&A session will follow the presentations.
JMBA and APIL host LawLawPalooza March 19
Did you train in classical piano like Rachmaninoff? Can you put on a magic show like David Copperfield? Or are you funny enough to give Dane Cook a run for his money? If so, it's time to share your secret talent with your law school family at LawLawPalooza. JMBA and APIL have teamed up to bring you a variety show on March 19, filled with bands, dancing, singing, comedy sketches, magic, martial arts, step dancing, and so much more! We simply need YOUR talent! All funds raised from ticket prices will be used to support public interest fellowships. Contact Jennifer Hartzler at jennifer.hartzler@gmail.com for more information about performing at LawLawPalooza.
News Briefs
UF hero becomes superhero
Virgil Hawkins, the alter-ego of the popular African-American comic character Static in the regular DC Universe is making his first appearance in the new "Terror Titans" miniseries. Named after Virgil Hawkins, who lead the fight to desegregate the University of Florida College of Law, the character is returning 16 years after he starred in his first solo book, according to the Philadelphia Daily News.
Research assistant needed for spring & summer 2009
Research assistant needed for spring and summer 2009, with possibility of continued employment in 2009-2010, to assist Dr. Cliff Jones with preparation of book manuscript concerning private antitrust litigation in the European Union. Approximately 10 to 20 hours per week; prior experience with antitrust law, European Community law, national law of EU member states, and international research materials a plus but not required; Lexis skills required; familiarity with Excel and CaseMap software a plus; facility with one or more EU languages in addition to English also a plus but not required. This position is open until filled, but review of applications will begin Feb. 26, 2009.
Submit hard copy of resume with GPA and application letter describing applicable research or other experience, or electronic versions, to Lenny Kennedy at Center for Governmental Responsibility, 230 Bruton-Geer, or via email to lkennedy@law.ufl.edu. Questions may be addressed to Dr. Jones at jonesca@law.ufl.edu or 352-273-0835.
Space for prayer or privacy
Everyone knows that there are study rooms available for checkout in the library. But did you know that there is one room dedicated to special purposes? The meditation/ lactation room is meant for individuals who need a private space for prayer or meditation, or for lactating mothers who want privacy. The room is available for law student checkout 30 minutes at a time. Inquire at the Circulation Desk to check out the room key or for more information.
Spring Break Library Hours
Friday, March 6: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday- Sunday, March 7-8: CLOSED
Monday- Friday, March 9-13: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 14: CLOSED
Sunday, March 15: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. (regular hours resume)
Remember to protect your belongings on campus
Please remember that when you leave your belongings unattended in the library (or anywhere on campus) you run a real risk of theft. Even if you trust your colleagues, consider that savvy thieves from the surrounding area know that students in the library often leave their things for a few minutes, and it takes less than a minute to pick up a bag or a computer and walk away, often completely unnoticed. The library staff encourages you to protect your stuff and don't leave it unattended.
Levin College of Law Faculty and Student Art Show
Calling all student and faculty artists. We are now accepting artwork in any medium (ie. sculpture, painting, photography) for the fourth annual Levin College of Law Faculty and Student Art Show. Artwork will be displayed in the Lawton Chiles Legal Information Center. Please email digital image submissions with a brief description to Eric Berger at ecburger@gmail.com by Monday, March 16. Students and faculty will be notified if they are selected by late March. If you have any questions please e-mail Eric Berger or Alexis Cooper at lex314@gmail.com.
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| At the beginning of every week, check out The CCS BUZZ for a quick synopsis of programming, recruiting, networking and volunteer and "SHIP" opportunities available to you. The CCS Buzz can be found in FlaLaw Online, via link on your Symplicity homepage after you log in, or you can pick up a hard copy in Career Services 244 Bruton-Geer Hall. |
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