Tuesday, April 17, 2018

The Final Blog...For Now




The Final Blog…
 
Well, just for now!  Wow, we’ve made it through yet another year of Law School!  For you 1L’s, this means that you’re a third of the way through your legal education, for the 2L’s, you’re one year closer to that coveted Juris Doctor, and for the 3Ls, you’re one step closer to the bar examination and being an attorney! 

First and foremost, you should be congratulating yourself.  This year (or years) have been a lot, taken time away from other things you may have been considering, but you’ve gotten through another year and that is something to celebrate!  Well, you should wait until after finals at least, but be sure to celebrate this amazing milestone of getting through another step on the path to being a lawyer!

As you gear up for finals and the summer, take some time to reflect on the academic year.  What worked well?  What didn’t work so well?  What lessons will you take into your 2L and 3L years or for Bar Preparation?  What fascinated you? What could you live without?  Taking a look back will help you to further your education as you plan for your future. 

With finals, make sure you start practicing now by taking practice exams should your professor have them available (or make your own).  Finalize your outlines and ask any questions to problems you may be unsure of.  If you didn’t meet with your professors from previous finals, now may be a good time to do so to see where you fell short to correct for these upcoming finals!  Finally (no pun intended) RELAX! You have come this far, you know what to expect on final exams and have learned some study habits, so take it easy on yourself!

Enjoy your summers, whether you are working, taking classes, externing, or studying for the bar exam, we know it will be great!

It has been a pleasure serving as your lead student ambassador and I look forward to seeing the success you all bring into the world!

As Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed it is the only thing that ever has.”  As law students and future attorneys, you have taken the first steps in your journey to change the world, and we look forward to seeing these changes!
 
So for now, study hard, ace those final exams, and celebrate!

To our graduating 3L’s, we wish you the best of luck and will miss you!  To our rising 1L’s, 2L’s, 3L’s and our 4L’s, we will see you in the fall!

Images Courtesy of: 
https://www.tuskegee.edu
Huffingtonpost.com
Legalcheek.com



Monday, April 9, 2018

Spotlight on the Alumni Recognition Luncheon


Spotlight on: Alumni Recognition Luncheon
 
Each year, Capital University Law School hosts the Alumni Recognition Luncheon.  This annual event honors Capital University Law School Alumni who have made an impact in the Law School, the field of law, or the community!

This year, the following alumni will be presented with awards:

Gretchen K. Mote, L’78
            The Josiah H. Blackmore, II              Award                                          (L-R: Gretchen Mote, Erika Smitherman, Hannah Botkin                                                                          Doty. Gregory S. Lashutka, and Celia Kilgard Schnupp).
                                                                  Source: Law.Capital.Edu 
The Josiah H. Blackmore Dean’s Award recognizes outstanding service to the Law School and the Dean’s Office.  The award is named in honor of Capital’s University’s former president, Law School Dean and professor emeritus.  President Blackmore’s influence in the history and continued viability of the Law School cannot be underestimated.


Erika Smitherman, L’00
            Alumni Outstanding Service Award

The Alumni Outstanding Service Award is given annually to a Capital University Law School JD alumnus/alumna who has performed significant voluntary service, beyond the call of business or professional duty, to his/her community and/or Capital University Law School. 


Hannah Botkin-Doty, L’13
            G.O.L.D Award

The G.O.L.D Award is given annually to a Capital University Law School JD “Graduate of the Last Decade” who has made significant achievements in his/her occupation and has made notable contributions to the legal profession and/or the Law School. 


Gregory S. Lashutka, L’74
            Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award

The Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award is given annually to a Capital University Law School JD alumnus/alumna who has made significant achievements in his/her legal occupation and has made notable contributions to the legal profession, community and the Law School through his/her activities and accomplishments.


Celia Kilgard Schnupp, L’09
            Young Alumnus of the Year Award  

The Young Alumnus of the Year Award is given annually to a living, Capital University Law School JD alumnus/alumna who is 40 years old or younger and who has made significant achievements in his/her legal occupation and has made notable contributions to the legal profession and the community. 


The 13th Annual Alumni Recognition Reception will be held:
Friday, April 13, 2018
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM   
Sheraton Columbus Hotel on Capitol Square

For more information, including how to nominate alumni and faculty for 2019, please visit: http://law.capital.edu/AlumniRecognitionLuncheon/

Congratulations to the 2018 Recipients!!!