Free LSAT Preparation Opportunity

Dear CSI Students and Graduates.  Consider this free LSAT Preparation Opportunity from the University of Buffalo Law School. If you purchase this workshop for $100, the CSI Legal Studies Institute will reimburse you in full.  Simply save an electronic receipt (credit card and from UB Law) that proves that you paid for it. Please email me with any questions, Michael.Paris@csi.cuny.edu.

Best, Michael Paris

Hello! 

The University at Buffalo School of Law is offering LSAT Prep Workshop and Practice Test events to help you prepare for the LSAT. Come and learn what skills you’ll need to succeed in getting the best LSAT score possible. The following LSAT Prep events will take place virtually.

LSAT Prep Workshop

Our comprehensive workshop teaches valuable techniques and skills to master the LSAT. Workshops cost $100 and includes instructions with Erin Decker '16 who scored a perfect 180 on the LSAT. 

Saturday, January 8, 2021 & Sunday, January 9, 2022:

• Part I: Saturday, January 8, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)
• Part II: Sunday, January 9, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)

Be prepared for test day! Learn valuable test-taking strategies. A Practice Test costs $50 and includes a 3-hour virtual review of LSAT PrepTest73, which is available online through LSAC's free Official LSAT Prep. Attendees are responsible for taking test 73 on their own before the review class.

Saturday, January 29, 2022 – Test 73
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (est)

SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTER TODAY!

Careers in the Law Event, Thurs. December 9th

 The CSI Legal Studies Institute and the CSI Pre-Law Club Present:

 

Careers in the Law: Juvenile Rights and Child Advocacy: A Conversation with Laura Cohen and Randi Mandelbaum, Rutgers-Newark Law School

 

Thursday, December 9^th

7:00 to 8:00 pm

Via Zoom.

 

CC CLUE Certified

 

Registration is Required: Register for this Event Here:

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.

 

Laura Cohen

Distinguished Clinical Professor of Law and Justice Virginia Long Scholar

Rutgers Law School

Laura Cohen is the Director of the Criminal and Youth Justice Clinic and formerly worked for the New York City Legal Aid Society’s Juvenile Rights Division. She’s written articles on juvenile justice, parole, legal ethics, lawyering theory and the legal representation of adolescents. She’s also spearheaded several important amicus briefs before the New Jersey Supreme Court on juvenile justice matters.

 

Randi Mandelbaum

Distinguished Clinical Professor of Law and Annamay Sheppard Scholar

Rutgers Law School

Randi Mandelbaum has devoted her career to working with children and families.  As the founding director of the Child Advocacy Clinic, she spearheads a unique clinical program, which is aimed at comprehensively addressing the needs of low-income children and their families. The CAC provides representation to foster children, undocumented immigrant children, and low-income children with disabilities. 

 

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Register in advance for this meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkc-yppz4uHtdJj_auPzsHi79yiPFBwcxn

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

CORRECTION: Free LSAT Prep Opportunity from UB Law School

 

Dear Students,

My previous announcement of this LSAT Test Prep opportunity neglected to mention that the CSI Legal Studies Institute will reimburse any current or former CSI student for the $100 fee. If you sign up for this workshop, simply use your own credit card, keep all receipts, and submit to me for reimbursement.

Free LSAT Prep Opportunity from Univ. of Buffalo Law School

 The University at Buffalo School of Law is offering LSAT Prep Workshops and Practice Test events to help you prepare for the LSAT. Come and learn what skills you’ll need to succeed in getting the best LSAT score possible. The following LSAT Prep events will take place virtually.

LSAT Prep Workshop

Our comprehensive workshop teaches valuable techniques and skills to master the LSAT. Workshops cost $100 and includes instructions with Erin Decker '16 who scored a perfect 180 on the LSAT. 

Saturday, December 11, 2021 & Sunday, December 12, 2021:

• Part I: Saturday, December 11, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)
• Part II: Sunday, December 12, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)

Saturday, January 8, 2021 & Sunday, January 9, 2022:

• Part I: Saturday, January 8, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)
• Part II: Sunday, January 9, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)

Be prepared for test day! Learn valuable test-taking strategies. A Practice Test costs $50 and includes a 3-hour virtual review of LSAT PrepTest73, which is available online through LSAC's free Official LSAT Prep. Attendees are responsible for taking test 73 on their own before the review class.

Saturday, October 23, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (est)

SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTER TODAY!

Free LSAT Prep Opportunity from Univ. of Buffalo Law School

 The University at Buffalo School of Law is offering LSAT Prep Workshops and Practice Test events to help you prepare for the LSAT. Come and learn what skills you’ll need to succeed in getting the best LSAT score possible. The following LSAT Prep events will take place virtually.

LSAT Prep Workshop

Our comprehensive workshop teaches valuable techniques and skills to master the LSAT. Workshops cost $100 and includes instructions with Erin Decker '16 who scored a perfect 180 on the LSAT. 

Saturday, December 11, 2021 & Sunday, December 12, 2021:

• Part I: Saturday, December 11, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)
• Part II: Sunday, December 12, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)

Saturday, January 8, 2021 & Sunday, January 9, 2022:

• Part I: Saturday, January 8, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)
• Part II: Sunday, January 9, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)

Be prepared for test day! Learn valuable test-taking strategies. A Practice Test costs $50 and includes a 3-hour virtual review of LSAT PrepTest73, which is available online through LSAC's free Official LSAT Prep. Attendees are responsible for taking test 73 on their own before the review class.

Saturday, October 23, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (est)

SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTER TODAY!

Hello. I am writing to pass along a message from Maxwell Velikodny, President of the CSI Pre-Law Club.  Thank you, Maxwell, for all that you do for us. MP

Hello Everyone,

 

I hope you are all doing well. Firstly, I want to apologize for the infrequent emails from the club regarding events, internships, or meetings. Truthfully, I have been pretty tied up with law school applications and familial obligations. Nevertheless, the club will be fully committed to sending frequent updates from now on!

 

Updates:

1. The Pre-Law Society is currently organizing a virtual event(s) later in the semester—likely early December—where several lawyers will participate and provide their insights. I am committed to getting someone that specializes in immigration law and intellectual property law since those seemed to be the primary interest this semester. Nevertheless, I will also ask judges, civil and criminal attorneys, and lawyers in the business profession.
2. Below are some internships that are connected to the law or have some intersection:

 

• Richmond County District Attorney’s (DA) Office College Internship: https://www.statenislandda.org/careers2/[DEADLINE-DECEMBER 3^RD]
• Manhattan DA Office College Internship (Prestigious-they may like previous criminal law experience; perfect for those of you who already interned at the Richmond County DA Office): https://www.manhattanda.org/careers/internship-opportunities/college-internship/  [DEADLINE- DECEMBER 1^ST]
• NY Attorney General’s Office: They will begin posting for Spring 2022 paid internships soon https://ag.ny.gov/job-postings/undergraduate-graduate-students?j=ug-students
• Spectrum Summer 2022 Government Affairs Intern Program: https://jobs.spectrum.com/job/new-york/2022-summer-intern-government-affairs/4673/17160192544?utm_source=linkedin.com&utm_medium=job_posting&utm_campaign=brand&utm_content=social_media&utm_term=291455573&ss=paid&dclid=CMGiuKu1gvQCFUUDcQodDyMLhQ

Ultimately, have an open mind. Legal internships are out there, but you have to look for them. I highly suggest LinkedIn, Indeed.com, and plain ol’ Google. Trust me, it will be worth your time.

 

3. Columbia Law School has invited the Pre-Law Society to attend “Connecting the Dots: From Pre-Law to the Legal Profession.” I highly advise those of you interested in becoming a lawyer to attend as the event will certainly provide valuable insights. 

Columbia Law School, CLS Black Law Students Association, and CLS Latinx Law Students Association invite you to attend Connecting the Dots:  From Pre-Law to the Legal Profession Monday, November 8, 2021 5pm–7pm ET Keynote Speaker: Sheila Boston ’93 President of the New York City Bar Association Partner, Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP      Please join us for our symposium—Connecting the Dots: From Pre-Law to the Legal Profession—designed to inspire underrepresented students interested in exploring the legal field to chart a path through law school and beyond.  In particular, Connecting the Dots seeks to encourage students of color to consider attending law school as a portal to various sectors in the private and public spheres.   RSVP by 9am ET Monday, November 8th     AGENDA    5pm-6pm: Featuring Keynote Speaker, Sheila Boston ’93, followed by a panel of attorneys representing various legal sectors. 6pm-7pm: Breakout sessions with current Columbia Law School BLSA and LaLSA students.

 

New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG) On Campus Internships: Apply Now.

 

CSI NYPIRG Fall 2021 Internship Description

APPLY FOR OUR ON-CAMPUS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM TODAY:

https://forms.gle/byDhJaMHrDWCWCei8

The NYPIRG internship program is designed to demonstrate to students how grassroots student activism can create concrete social, governmental, economic, and environmental change. Interns will work both in person and remotely, depending on the most recent covid guidelines on campus.

Interns will apply the activism skills developed through the program to organize students on a specific campaign. The program offers students a unique opportunity to see how political organizing happens from the beginning to the end of a campaign through hands on experience. Some skills interns will develop include: public speaking, time management, persuasive speaking, research, advocacy, writing, and more.

Students across the state at NYPIRG’s campus chapters, including NYPIRG’s Student Board of Directors, have made tangible contributions on the issues of civic engagement, higher education funding, consumer rights, environmental protection, mass transit, and homelessness.

Visit nypirgstudents.org to learn more about our organization and to become more familiar with our current initiatives and statewide campaigns.

Apply today for NYPIRG’s on-campus internship program today athttps://forms.gle/byDhJaMHrDWCWCei8. If you have any questions, please email your NYPIRG project coordinator, Robert Semon, at CSI@nypirg.org. Please do so quickly, as positions are filling up.

Free LSAT Prep Opportunities from LSAT Ally

 I am excited to announce that LSAT Ally is offering students the opportunity to attend the following LSAT information sessions via Zoom:

 

How to Prep for the LSAT

Monday, August 2nd | 8:00 - 9:00 pm EST

With the upcoming change to the format of the LSAT in August, it is more important than ever to be informed about what the test entails and how to effectively prepare for it. In the How to Prep for the LSAT information session, students will learn about the change in format as well as best practices for studying for the new format.

 

Sample LG LSAT Class

Tuesday, August 3rd | 8:00 - 9:00 pm EST

In the Sample LG LSAT Class, students will learn the best strategies for evaluating Logic Games, the best setup for Strict Sequencing games, how to understand Levels of Truth, and the best approach for three question types within the Logic Games section. Interested students can receive a sample post-class email with notes on the strategies covered in class and a copy of the class session's whiteboard that contains strategies and worked LSAT questions.

 

Sample LR LSAT Class

Wednesday, August 4th | 8:00 - 9:00 pm EST

In the Sample LR LSAT Class, students will learn the best approach for evaluating questions within the Logical Reasoning section, how to identify the different parts of an argument on the LSAT, and the specific strategies for evaluating two question types within the Logical Reasoning section. Interested students can receive a sample post-class email with notes on the strategies covered in class and a copy of the class session's whiteboard that contains strategies and worked LSAT questions.

 

Applying to Law School

Thursday, August 5th | 8:00 - 9:00 pm EST

Many students have questions about how to decide which law schools to apply to, the different components of law school applications, the application process, and how law schools evaluate applicants. Those questions will be answered in the Applying to Law School information session where the entire law school application process, from selecting which schools to apply to all the way to accepting an offer, will be broken down step by step.

 

Interested students can register once through the link below for access to all four LSAT Information Sessions with LSAT Ally.
Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqf-uuqDwsH9L8i8q45nAWUvP0i3obzIZ4

Passcode (if prompted): 661183

Add to: Google Calendar  Outlook Calendar  Yahoo Calendar

 

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. I am always happy to help!    

 

Kindest regards,

 

Alex Masserant

Expert LSAT Instructor

Founder, LSAT Ally

https://www.lsatally.com/

CLEO, ASAP: Pre-Law Program: seats left for summer program

 - - - - - - Seats Still Left!! - - - - - - 

Law School Admission officers at ASAP help your Pre-Law students apply for law school in 2021 or 2022. 

 

Your Students (college juniors, seniors and post grads) get: 

Ø Law School App HOT Tips from Law School Admission officers

Ø Guidance on all parts of your Law School App process (personal statement, addendum, resume)

 

To Apply & for details click on posting below.

 

If you'd be willing to put a posting on your school's FB, or a flyer on Instagram, let me know and I can send you one.

 

Look forward to getting your students’ ASAP application.  

 

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Respectfully, 

 

Lynda Cevallos, Esq.

Director, Pre-Law Educational Activities

Council on Legal Education Opportunity

P: (240) 582-8600

F: (240) 582-8605

LCevallos@cleoinc.org

www.cleoinc.org

http://cleoinc.org/news/

 

Our Mission: To inspire, motivate, and prepare students from underrepresented communities to succeed in law school and beyond.

 

The CLEO Edge:

50 Years of Championing 

Education, Diversity and Greater Equality in the Legal Profession

LSAT Test Schedule 2021 and 2022

 

Free LSAT Prep Opportunity; Register Today

The CSI Legal Studies Institute will Reimburse CSI students and alumni for the the costs of these workshops ($100 each).  If you purchase these workshops, please save all receipts.  Reimbursement will be provided after you have completed the workshop or workshops.

Best,  Michael Paris, Director, CSI LSI.

The University at Buffalo School of Law is offering LSAT Prep Workshops and Practice Test events to help you prepare for the LSAT. Come and learn what skills you’ll need to succeed in getting the best LSAT score possible. All 2021 LSAT Prep events will take place virtually.

LSAT Prep Workshop

Our comprehensive workshop teaches valuable techniques and skills to master the LSAT. Workshops cost $100 and includes instructions with Erin Decker '16 who scored a perfect 180 on the LSAT. Due to high demand, we have scheduled another LSAT Prep Workshop in advance of the June LSAT-Flex:

Saturday, July 31 (Part I), 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (est)
Sunday, August 1 (Part II), 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (est)

LSAT Practice Test

Be prepared for test day! Learn valuable test-taking strategies. A Practice Test costs $50 and includes a 3-hour virtual review of LSAT PrepTest #71, which is available online through LSAC's free Official LSAT Prep. Attendees are responsible for taking test #71 on their own before the review class.

Saturday, August 28, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (est)

SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTER TODAY!

 

Great Summer Course in Political Science at CSI this Summer; Seats Still Available

  

Dear Students,

This summer course is being offered at the College of Staten Island (CSI), CUNY.  There are some seats still available.

 

POL 260 9492: 

 International Politics: In Search of a New World Order; 

Online Asynchronous, Eight Weeks.

4 hours/4 credits

Instructor: Amy J. Higer, Ph.D.

Email:  amyhiger@gmail.com

 

Why do nations go to war?  How do nation-states and international organizations address the threat of international terrorism?  What is the U.N., and how does it work? What are transnational social movements and how do they matter?  This course provides students with the background and conceptual tools necessary for understanding international politics and international relations. Students will learn about competing theories of international relations and how to apply those theories to major events in world history (such as world wars) and pressing contemporary issues in global politics (such as climate change).  

(SOCIAL SCIENCE) (Pathways: Contemporary World). Prerequisites: ENG 151 AND any Pathways US Experience in its Diversity course. Prerequisites may be waived upon request.  Please Note: This course satisfies the college option.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email the instructor or Michael Paris, Chair, CSI Department of Political Science, Michael.Paris@csi.cuny.edu

 

Dr. Higer is an experienced online teacher who was certified to teach online after a semester-long course at Rutgers, New Brunswick, in 2015.

 

Register for summer classes at CSI here:

https://www.csi.cuny.edu/academics-and-research/summer-winter-sessions/summer-session

 

Best regards,

Michael Paris,

Associate Professor and Chair

Department of Political Science and Global Affairs

Michael.Paris@csi.cuny.edu

Text: (973) 704-6775