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Monday, April 7, 2014

Attention 3Ls: Dont Forget to Log Your Pro Bono Hours!


Please be sure to log your pro bono rd hours by April 23 in order to be considered for the graduation honor and transcript notation. LOG YOUR HOURS here!

Trip to Everglades National Park-Friday, April 18 at 8:30AM


Please join the HOPE Fellowship Program and the Insightful Mind Initiative on a trip to Artist-in-Residencein-Everglades (AIRIE) in the Everglades National Park. AIRIE is a non-profit residency program that hosts artists, writers, and composers on a monthly basis. It offers a unique insight into the novel ways the National Park Service educates the public on our nations resources. Please click on the link below to sign-up for the trip, which will take th place on Friday, April 18 , leaving from the law school at 8:30 AM, and will be returning to campus after a picnic lunch at the Park (early afternoon). Drivers are also needed. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XdZTDqdeFeuu9EaJFgYccT_jVakrfhy4D6 Vq8VUSR8/viewform

Economic Justice Opportunity


Are you interested in working for the protection of the civil and labor rights of all people? Interns will receive a stipend while working 35 hours per week for ten weeks during the summer and will lead an ongoing student research and advocacy project during the school year. Candidates should have a demonstrated interest in economic justice, excellent research and writing skills, the ability to work both independently and in collaborative settings, and comfort working in multicultural, multilingual environments. Candidates with Spanish or Haitian Kreyol language skills are preferred. Interested students should send a cover letter, resume and transcript to umhope@law.miami.edu.

Nonprofit Networking Night Monday, April 7 at 6:00PM SAC Ballroom East


Are you considering a career in the nonprofit sector? Attend Nonprofit Networking Night! Meet community partners from various nonprofit organizations in Miami and discuss volunteer opportunities, internships or full-time jobs.

Continuing Student Scholarship Application Now Available-Deadline is April 18


All rising 2Ls and 3Ls are eligible to apply for one-year Continuing Student Scholarships. To be considered for a need-based award, students must submit a FAFSA prior to the deadline. All applications in the merit and public interest categories will be reviewed by committees of faculty and administrators. Click here to apply.

Legal Services of Greater Miami Heart of Giving Celebration and Judicial Reception-May 8
Be sure to attend this premiere networking opportunity for students who want to get involved in public service. Those interested in attending should reach out to LSGMI about volunteering or possible student discounts. For more information visit www.lsgmi.org.

Summer Opportunity with UN Special Tribunal for Lebanon


Applications are being accepted for a summer internship position with the Special Tribunal for Lebanon. Interns will read witness statements on bomb experts and others, assist with drafting of direct and cross examinations to be used in court and help draft legal filings, motions and letters to the Lebanese government. Experience in a courtroom setting (including Lit Skills or Moot Court) is required. Fluency in Arabic or French is an asset. To apply, please send a resume to umhope@law.miami.edu.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program


VITA is a national program that provides free tax assistance to lowincome, elderly and disabled individuals who need help with basic income tax return preparation and electronic filing. All volunteers receive training and operate at a site in conjunction with the IRS. For more information about this opportunity, please email umvita@gmail.com.

Political Campaign Ethics Conference at St. Thomas University School of Law Friday, May 16-7:45AM
Join the Miami-Dade Commission on Ethics & Public Trust and St. Thomas Law School for this event featuring more than 40 speakers who will discuss voting rights, political campaigns and campaign finance. Discount cost of $50 for

Summer Internship with Miami Coalition for the Homeless


Summer interns are needed to assist

Ongoing Advocacy Projects with Miami-Dade Public Defenders Office


The HOPE Public Interest Resource Center is seeking students to work on a memo bank project, a court observation project, and a mobile website for the Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office. Interested students should sign up HERE.

students includes breakfast and lunch. To register click here.

Equal Justice Works National Advisory Committee


EJW is currently seeking four law student members to fill positions for a st two-year commitment beginning July 1 . Join a diverse group of law students and law school professionals to act as EJW ambassadors within the law school and legal services communities and assist with the implementation of initiatives. More details on the NAC and the application are now available on our website here. The application deadline is on Friday, April 25.

Student Leaders Needed for HOPE Day of Service Thursday, August 14


The HOPE Day of Service is the first experience that many 1Ls have with the school and the Miami community, and it is a time that can encourage and solidify their commitment to community service and pro bono efforts. On Thursday, August 14, 2014, the first year students will go into the Miami community to serve the non-profits, families, children, animals, and wildlife for the 2014 HOPE Day of Service. Leaders are needed in two different capacities: Site Leaders: We invite student leaders interested in leading the days efforts to email umhope@law.miami.edu. Site leaders will be required to participate in training during the evening on Wednesday, August 13 and participate for the full day, 7:00 AM-2:00 PM on Thursday, August 14. Committee Members: We invite student leaders interested in serving as a committee member to email umhope@law.miami.edu. Committee members will need to participate in phone calls during the summer and help with logistics at the law school from 7:00 AM-10:00 AM on Thursday, August 14.

the legal team at the Miami Coalition for the Homeless in monitoring the recently revised settlement in the landmark case of Pottinger v. City of Miami. Interns will investigate complaints, do field work to promote an understanding of the rights of homeless individuals in Miami, conduct research and writing, and assist with policy and advocacy meetings. Interns will work under the supervision of a team of lawyers from the ACLU, Florida Legal Services, Florida Justice Institute, and UM Law. To apply, please send an email to Terry A. Coble, Esq. at terry@miamihomeless.org.

Summer Opportunity with AmericaCorps JD Program Application-April 15 Deadline


Like the UM HOPE Facebook Page! Connect with the HOPE Public Interest Resource Center on Facebook to learn more the inspiring work Miami Law students are doing in the public interest. The HOPE E-News is distributed every Monday. If there is something you would like included in the next HOPE E-News, e-mail umhope@law.miami.edu. Students have the opportunity to earn a $1,175 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award a voucher for educational expenses for dedicating 300 hours of service to a qualifying legal project with legal aid organizations, veterans law clinics, veterans treatment courts, and state or local government agencies. The deadline for applications is April 15, and the 300 hours must be completed by August 31, 2014. Interested students must complete an application in the Student Application Manager (SAM) by April 15. A step-by-step guide can be found on the AmeriCorps JD application page.

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, its the only thing that ever has. --Margaret Mead

Public Interest Recognition Reception-April 10-5:00PM in the Student Lounge


Join us for this event honoring Miami Law students and community partners who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to public service and advocacy. RSVP here.

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