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1 THE GRAPEVINE Week 11 October 24, 2016 October Welcome The Grapevine is your weekly newsletter published by the SBA for law students. The Grapevine features a weekly calendar of events as well as news from the SBA, and announcements from various on campus clubs. Submissions The Grapevine is produced by your SBA Secretary. Submissions must be ed to Kelly Watkins at KWatkins@scu.edu by Friday at 5:00 PM to be included in the following weeks newsletter. Your 2016 SBA Board Members Brit Benjamin & Miguel Flores Presidents Ashley Jenezon & Isaul Lemus Vice Presidents of Full Time Students Trisha Cobb Vice President of Part Time Students Christian Girgis Vice President of External Affairs Justin Jimenez Community Service Chair Kevin LaBarbera Director of Internal Communications George Buckham & Tereza Guzman Treasurers Kelly Watkins Secretary 1

2 6 th Annual SBA Pro Bono/ Community Service Week Events Join Santa Clara Law Students, Faculty, Staff and Alumni for a week of service and giving back to the community. Criminal Law Society Community Service Event Help the Criminal Law Society support those who have been victims of domestic violence. Help us fill Baskets for Domestic Violence Shelters by bringing canned foods to the collection box in the Bannan lounge 10/24 10/28. APALSA Second Harvest Food Bank Canned Food Drive Please help us by bringing in canned or non- perishable food. All donations will be welcome! Boxes will be available in Bannan Lounge from October 24 October 31. Please see the flyer below for suggested items to donate. Women & Law Community Service Event Please join Women in Law for our community service day and help us make blankets for Project Linus. Help us make blankets that provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need. They are super easy to make, just tie a knot in the fringe! We hope you will join us in making a difference. When: Wednesday October 26th, 10am-4pm in the Bannan Lounge. BLSA Community Service Event Join BLSA for a Bake Sale during October from % of the proceeds will go to Making Strides against Breast Cancer. BLSA will also be doing a 5k walk on Saturday, October 29. The walk is for the Making Strides against Breast Cancer walk in downtown SJ at 8:30 AM. Social Justice Coalition Community Service Event The Social Justice Coalition will be tabling throughout Community Service Week so stop by and join us! On Wednesday, October 26 th we will be hosting Cards of Hope which is sponsored by the Social Justice Coalition, Any Refugee and Jesuit Refugee Services. We will be making and decorating cards to be distributed out to refugee children all around the world but namely in Syria, Haiti and Sudan. Each card serves the purpose to send messages of hope, love and kindness to these children. We hope that each Santa Clara Law student will take 5 minutes out of their day to make a card to express Santa Clara Law's and Social Justice Coalition's goals of supporting global human solidarity and expressing compassion for other people's circumstances. During this event, Social Justice Coalition will be partnering with Women & Law in Bannan Lounge to also contribute to their Project Linus blanket-making activities. We hope that people who stop by to make a card also spend a couple of minutes working on a blanket too! La Raza Community Service Event Do you want to solve problems affecting our community? Join us on Sunday, October 30 at our Bridge to Justice Free Legal Clinic at Community Solutions (9015 Murray Ave, #1, Gilroy, CA 95020) from 9:00 3:00 PM. Issues include worker s rights, immigration law, consumer protection and criminal record clearance. Interested in volunteering? scu.law.raza@gmail.com.

3 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday :00 B142 - Federalist Society: Police Tactics and the Use of Force 12:00 B 135 IHL Q&A with Tracey Begley of the ICRC ALL Bannan Lounge Social Justice Coalition Cards of Hope 10:00 AM 4:00 Bannan Lounge Women & Law Community Service Event 12:00 B 127 ILSA Q&A with Natalie Bridgeman Fields 12:00 B Pro/Cons of Proposition 62 & 66 The Death Penalty in California 12:00 B 127 LBS Insight to Corporate Law Panel 12:00 Benson Center Parlor BC - Trump, Clinton, Ethics and Politics: Moral Reasoning and the 2016 Election 11:30 AM 1:30 SCU Forge Garden Farm Stand Friday 12:00 B127 and B FYF Live Smart: Healthy Tips to Manage Law School Stress 8:30 Downtown SJ BLSA 5K Walk 9:00-12:00 Jackson Street between Benton and Homestead - Santa Clara Farmer s Market 10:00 Bannan ASP Contracts Practice Exams 9:00-3:00 Community Solutions Bridge to Justice La Raza Free Legal Clinic 4:00 5:15 St. Clare Room, Library and Learning Commons Rethinking Gender and the Politics of Possible 1:00 B 127 SCU La Raza Membership Meeting 1:00 B331 - Law and Social Justice Seminar 1:00 PM & 5:30 B301E - Public Interest and Social Justice Law Certificate Info Session

4 Event Details Federalist Society: Police Tactics and the Use of Force 12:00 1:00 PM Bannan 142 Please join The Federalist Society on Tuesday, October 25th at noon for a discussion on the current tension surrounding law enforcement. Has law enforcement become over-militarized? Are police officers too quick to shoot? Come share your thoughts. Lunch will be provided! Tuesday, October 25 International Humanitarian Law (IHL): Q&A with Tracey Begley of the ICRC 12:00 1:00 PM B 135 Come join IHL and Tracey Begley, the Public Affairs Officer for the Washington Delegation of the ICRC tasked with dissemination of IHL for a discussion on the future of IHL. Rethinking Gender and the Politics of Possible Sharmila Lodhia, Associate Professor, Department of Sociology 4:00-5:15 PM St. Clare Room, Library and Learning Commons This event is sponsored by the Social Justice Coalition. Pro/Cons of Proposition 62 & 66 The Death Penalty in California 12:00 1:00 Bannan 142 Join the Criminal Law Society in exploring the two sides of upcoming California Propositions 62 and 66. Proposition 62 calls for replacing the death penalty in the State of California. Proposition 66 calls for changing the procedures that govern state court appeals as well as petitions challenging death penalty convictions and sentences. Speakers include Santa Clara Law Professor Ellen Kreitzberg and San Mateo District Attorney Steve Wagstaffe. Wednesday, October 26 International law Student Association and Environmental Law Society Q&A with Natalie Bridgeman Fields (Accountability Counsel s Founder and Executive Director) 12:00 1:00 Bannan 127 Join us in listening to one of the world s experts on accountability for human rights and environmental abuses in international finance. SCU La Raza Membership Meeting 1:00 PM Bannan 127 Let s talk about how to finish the first semester strong, setting yourself up for a successful finals period, and putting yourself in the best position to land that first summer job. "Insight to Corporate Law" Panel 12:00 1:00 PM Bannan 127 If you're interested in corporate law, come listen to this panel of professors with experience in Big Law, in-house counsel, and independent law firms. Experienced in their practice areas, this is a unique opportunity to find out what to expect, the skills required, networking advice, and what you can do now to get a jumpstart. *Pizza is donated by generous LBS individuals*

5 Thursday, October 27 Trump, Clinton, Ethics and Politics: Moral Reasoning and the 2016 Election 12:00 PM Benson Center Parlor BC Come join us for a panel discussion by SCU experts on the election and moral reasoning. Refreshments will be served. Law and Social Justice Seminar 4:10 Bannan 331 Speakers include - Kevin LaPorte (LaPorte Law Offices), Melissa Morris, Senior Attorney (Law Foundation of Silicon Valley) and Gam Galindo, (Gam Galindo Law Offices) First Year Friday- Live Smart: Healthy Tips to Manage Law School Stress 12:00 1:00 PM Bannan 127 and 135 Come join us as we discuss tips for living smart and healthy. Friday, October 28 Public Interest and Social Justice Law Certificate Info Session 1:00 PM & 5:30 PM Bannan 301E Interested in obtaining a Public Interest and Social Justice Law Certificate? Come join us for more information! Saturday October 29 ASP Contracts Practice Exam 10:00 AM Bannan Classrooms 127, 135, 139 &142 These practice exams are an important opportunity to learn about the law school exam experience, and get some practice under real exam conditions. Don't miss this opportunity for practice. Sunday October 30 Bridge to Justice Free Legal Clinic 9:00 3:00 PM Community Solutions, 9015 Murray Ave, #1, Gilroy, CA Do you want to solve problems affecting our community? Join us! Issues include worker s rights, immigration law, consumer protection and criminal record clearance. Interested in volunteering? scu.law.raza@gmail.com Save the Date for Upcoming Events The American Constitution Society will host a conversation about Election Please save the date and join them on Monday October 31st at noon in Bannan 135. On November 1 st come celebrate the Day of the Dead with candy skull painting in the Bannan Lounge in the afternoon and evening. Council of Leaders meeting will take place on November 9 th at 1:00 PM in Bannan 139. This event is open to the public. We hope to see you there!

6 Highlighted Affordable Recipes of the Week: Fettucine with Shiitake Mushrooms & Basil (From Eating Well) Ingredients o 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil o 3 cloves garlic, minced o 2 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and sliced (1 1/2 cups) o 2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest o 2 tablespoons lemon juice, juice o 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste o Freshly ground pepper, to taste Directions o o o 8 ounces whole-wheat fettuccine, or spaghetti (see Ingredient note) 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, divided 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, (1 ounce) 1) Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil for cooking pasta. 2) Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over low heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute. Add mushrooms and increase heat to medium-high; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Remove from the heat. 3) Meanwhile, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 9 to 11 minutes or according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. 4) Add the pasta, the reserved cooking liquid, Parmesan and 1/4 cup basil to the mushrooms in the skillet; toss to coat well. Serve immediately, garnished with remaining basil. Highlights of the Food Insecurity Survey A copy of the whole survey has been posted in the Bannan lounge. Should you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions about the survey results please contact Jill Klees in Student Services. Q 1 Do you ever go without food, skip meals, or cut the size of a meal due to lack of resources to purchase food? Answer: Never True 40.79% (93 people) Sometimes True 41.23% (94 people) Often True 17.98% (41 people) Q 3 Is the lack of resources to purchase food a regularly occurring event? Answer: Never True 17.36% (21 people) Sometimes True 66.12% (80 people) Often True 16.53% (20 people)

7 Student Services Notes October 24, 2016 Important Dates February 2017 Bar Exam Application Nov. 9 Nov. 10 Council of Leaders Mtg Dec. Grad Celebration The Application for the February 2017 Bar Exam is available: California_Bar_Exam/default.asp Nov. 23 Classes End Nov Thanksgiving Break Nov Reading Period Nov. 30-Dec.15 Examination Period Reminder! Check your degree audit on E-Campus before AND after you register each semester! Do you have an incomplete grade pending? The deadline to submit your work to your professor is Wednesday, November 23 unless you have made separate arrangements with your professor. Questions? lawstudentservices@scu.edu or stop by our office in Bannan 210. Come and join us as we celebrate all the December Grads! Cake, champagne, and sparkling cider will be served! Thursday, November 10, :00 6:00 PM in the lounge

8 BRIDGE TO JUSTICE FREE LEGAL CLINIC WHEN: Sunday, October 30, 2016 TIME: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm WHERE: Community Solutions 9015 Murray Ave, #11 Gilroy, CA Do you want to solve problems affecting our community? Join us! - Workerʼs Rights unpaid wages, discrimination, wrongful termination, & more - Immigration Law family petitions, naturalization, T/U visas, DACA, & more - Consumer Protection identity theft, credit and debt, fraud, & more - Criminal Record Clearance Interested in volunteering? us at scu.la.raza@gmail.com

9 CARDS OF HOPE PLEASE JOIN SJC FOR OUR COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENT WHERE WE WILL BE MAKING "CARDS OF HOPE" FOR REFUGEE CHILDREN FROM SYRIA, HAITI & SUDAN WHICH WILL BE DISTRIBUTED WORLDWIDE BY THE NON-PROFITS ANY REFUGEE AND JESUIT REFUGEE SERVICES USA ALL DAY WEDNESDAY, OCT 26TH BANNAN LOUNGE WE WILL BE TABLING ALL WEEK FROM 12PM-1PM IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO MAKE IT WEDNESDAY We are co hosting this event with Women & Law who will be blanket making for the charity Project Linus at the same time in lounge, stop by and contribute to both! All pictures from Jesuit Refugee Services and Anyrefugee.org.

10 The Criminal Law Society and Center for Public Interest and Social Justice presents... PROS/CONS OF PROPOSITIONS 62 & 66 THE DEATH PENALTY IN CALIFORNIA WITH SANTA CLARA LAW PROFESSOR ELLEN KREITZBERG SAN MATEO COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY STEVE WAGSTAFFE Wednesday, October 26, :00-1:00PM Bannan Hall Room 142

11 SCU La Raza Membership Meeting Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at B127 Let s talk about how to finish the first semester strong, setting yourself up for a successful finals period, and putting yourself in the best position to land that first summer job!!!

12 International Humanitarian Law (IHL): Q&A with Tracey Begley of the ICRC Tracey Begley is the Public Affairs Officer for the Washington Delegation of the ICRC tasked with dissemination of IHL. She has organized dozens if IHL workshops and guest lectured at a variety of institutions. - Tuesday, 10/ pm - Bannan 135 Brought to you by: In compliance with the ADA/504, please direct your accommodation request to: ilsa.sculaw@gmail.com.

13 Insight to Corporate Law Thursday, October 27, at 12 p.m. Bannan Hall 127 Pursuing a career in corporate law? This panel of accomplished corporate law attorneys can help steer you in the right direction. Now professors at SCU School of Law, they previously held roles as BigLaw attorneys, in-house counsel, and as legal entrepreneurs! Professor Stephen Diamond Professor Diamond joined the faculty after five years as an associate at Latham & Watkins in New York and Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati in Palo Alto. He teaches courses on business law, securities law, corporate finance, corporate governance, labor issues and the global economy. PIZZA IS PROVIDED** Panelists Professor Eric Goldman Director of the school s High Tech Law Institute and teaches courses on Internet law, intellectual property and marketing law. Before becoming a full-time law professor, Eric practiced law in the Silicon Valley for 8 years, first as a technology transactions attorney at Cooley Godward LLP and then as General Counsel of Epinions.com, an Internet start-up company. Professor Thomas Klein Mr. Klein is an in-house attorney by day and professor by night, teaching corporate law courses at SCU Law. Formerly an attorney with Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, he is now in-house counsel and Senior Vice President at Persistent Systems, Inc. His practice focuses on corporate and securities representation, start-up and venture capital transactions, public offerings, and mergers and acquisitions. Professor Laura Norris Prior to joining SCU as director of the Entrepreneurs Law Clinic, Laura worked in private practice representing technology startups and entrepreneurs. She was also the first VP of Legal Affairs at Cypress Semiconductor Corporation. Laura worked as an associate Intellectual Property litigation attorney at Arnold White & Durkee, and as an engineer and patent agent at Intel Corporation. **Provided by generous individuals of Law & Business Society Like Us on Facebook:

14 Santa Clara University - School of Law Pro Bono Week October 23rd - 29th, 2016 BLSA Bake Sale - Bannan Oct th from 10 to 4:30. 50% of proceeds to Making Strides against Breast Cancer. 6th Annual SBA Pro Bono/ Community Service Week Join Santa Clara Law students, faculty, staff, and alumni for a week of service. Choose from several events including Project Linus, Cards for Hope, a canned food drive, and more. Questions? See The Grapevine for more information. Women and Law - Bannan Oct. 26th - Project Linus - Blanket making APALSA - CANNED FOOD DRIVE Oct th - Located in Bannan Lounge CRIMINAL LAW SOCIETY Making baskets for domestic violence victims - In Bannan Lounge BLSA - BREAST CANCER 5K WALK - OCT. 29TH Making Strides breast cancer 5k walk in San Jose at 8:30am SJC - Cards for Hope - Bannan All week - Card making for refugee children SBA Community Service Committee

15 Police Tactics and the Use of Force Has Law Enforcement Become Over-Militarized? Please join Mr. Scott G. Erickson of Americans in Support of Law Enforcement for a discussion on the current tension surrounding police use of force and the need for police officers to protect themselves against Dallas and Baton Rouge-like ambushes. October 25th, 2016 at Noon Bannan 142 Lunch Provided!!!!

16 Join International Law Student Association and Environmental Law Society in a Q&A with Natalie Bridgeman Fields Accountability Counsel s Founder and Executive Director Listen to one of the world s experts on accountability for human rights and environmental abuses in international finance Wednesday, October 26, pm in Bannan 127

17 Second Harvest Food Bank Hosted by Asian Pacific American Law Student Association (APALSA) for Pro Bono Week All Donations Welcome! Boxes will be available in the Law School Lounge from October 24 to October 31. Items Needed: Meals in a can (soup, stew, chili) Tuna or canned chicken Peanut butter Canned foods with pop-top lids Canned fruit in its own juice or water Low-sodium canned vegetables Olive or canola oil Spices Low-sugar whole grain cereals Healthy snacks (granola bars, nuts, dried fruit)

18 Please Join Women and Law on: Wednesday October 26th 10 am 4 pm in the Bannan Lounge For our Community Service Day Benefiting: Help Us Make Blankets for Children in Need The blankets are incredibly easy to make all you do is tie the fringe into knots! The Social Justice Coalition will also be in Bannan Lounge with us for their community service project: Cards of Hope We hope you will join us in making a difference