The Paralegal Studies program has an advisory committee composed of local judges, attorneys, and paralegals. They meet twice a year, and we exchange advice and requests--the most famous of those, of course, being "Please teach your students to write." We all know how I ran with that.
Anyway, last night our advisory committee asked me to strongly encourage my students to seek out more opportunities to see lawyers and the law in action. Challenge accepted. You know those engagement points students in my classes are chasing? They aren't going away.
At the request of my advisory committee, I would like to invite and encourage you to seek out public meetings--city council, county council, zoning boards, and the like. Meeting times are usually posted on each county's website. If they aren't, call the county clerk and ask. Lawyers do a lot more than hang out in courtrooms, after all.
For Tippecanoe, the Area Planning Committee meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the County Building. The Board of Zoning Appeals meets on the 1st Wednesday in December at 7:00 p.m. City and County Council meetings are somewhat more frequent. Check Tippecanoe's website (or your own county's or city's website) for other meetings.
And before you even ask, yes, of course: 10 - 20 points.
Friday, October 30, 2015
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Practicum Update
We need a few more people to sign up for this spring's practicum. I like to give preference to people who will be in their final spring semester, but I would also like to encourage students who already have jobs at law offices or courthouses to consider signing up for it. Why not get college credit for something you're already doing?
Friday, October 23, 2015
Upcoming Events
Dang, this is a happening place.
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Social Media Activism Panel Discussion
Krannert Auditorium, Purdue Campus
Purdue is hosting a panel discussion on the use of social media for political activism. Sounds interesting, and mildly subversive. Free.
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 10:00 - 3:00
SGA Town Hall Meeting
Ivy Hall 1120 (Ivy Tech)
The student government association is hosting an open town hall meeting. You know all those complaints you have? They want to hear them. Stop by and be heard, or listen to what your fellow students are griping about. Free.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 7:00 p.m.
John Carlos
Fowler Hall, Stewart Center, Purdue Campus
John Carlos, a former Olympian track and field athlete and professional football player will be discussing his experiences with racism and controversy. The press release promises a compelling story of courage, bravery, and sacrifice. Free.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 7:00 p.m.
Juggler Ivan Pecel
Ivy Hall Auditorium, Ivy Tech
Ivan Pecel will be performing a juggling and comedy routine right here at Ivy Tech. Bring the kids. Free.
Friday, Dec. 4, 7:00 p.m.
Cultural Arts Festival--"The Black Freedom Struggle: Historical Narratives, Contemporary Echoes"
Loeb Playhouse, Purdue Campus
That's all I have about this one, but I guess the title says it all. $7 admission.
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Social Media Activism Panel Discussion
Krannert Auditorium, Purdue Campus
Purdue is hosting a panel discussion on the use of social media for political activism. Sounds interesting, and mildly subversive. Free.
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 10:00 - 3:00
SGA Town Hall Meeting
Ivy Hall 1120 (Ivy Tech)
The student government association is hosting an open town hall meeting. You know all those complaints you have? They want to hear them. Stop by and be heard, or listen to what your fellow students are griping about. Free.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 7:00 p.m.
John Carlos
Fowler Hall, Stewart Center, Purdue Campus
John Carlos, a former Olympian track and field athlete and professional football player will be discussing his experiences with racism and controversy. The press release promises a compelling story of courage, bravery, and sacrifice. Free.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 7:00 p.m.
Juggler Ivan Pecel
Ivy Hall Auditorium, Ivy Tech
Ivan Pecel will be performing a juggling and comedy routine right here at Ivy Tech. Bring the kids. Free.
Friday, Dec. 4, 7:00 p.m.
Cultural Arts Festival--"The Black Freedom Struggle: Historical Narratives, Contemporary Echoes"
Loeb Playhouse, Purdue Campus
That's all I have about this one, but I guess the title says it all. $7 admission.
Attention Beer and Tuna Lovers!
Under a couple of recently approved class-action settlements, purchasers of Beck's Beer and Starkist Tuna may be entitled to some money.
Beck's Beer was sued for misleading labels that suggested the beer was imported, when in fact it was not. Anyone who bought Beck's Beer between May 1, 2011, and June 23, 2015, is eligible for a refund. If you have your receipt, you can get a refund of up to $50. If you don't have your receipt--because honestly, who hangs onto a receipt for beer for 4+ years?--you are eligible for a refund of $12. The deadline to apply for your refund is November 20, 2015. To apply, log on to this website.
Starkist Tuna was sued for selling cans of tuna that did not meet the weight stated on the label. Anyone who bought one or more cans of Starkist Tuna between 2009 and 2014 is eligible for a refund of up to $50. And who hasn't bought tuna in the last 6 years? No receipt required for this one, because the Starkist people are apparently more realistic about whether people treasure their grocery receipts. The deadline for this one is also November 20, 2015. To apply for your refund, log on here.
It might not pay next semester's tuition, but it'll keep you in beer and tuna for a while.
You're welcome.
Beck's Beer was sued for misleading labels that suggested the beer was imported, when in fact it was not. Anyone who bought Beck's Beer between May 1, 2011, and June 23, 2015, is eligible for a refund. If you have your receipt, you can get a refund of up to $50. If you don't have your receipt--because honestly, who hangs onto a receipt for beer for 4+ years?--you are eligible for a refund of $12. The deadline to apply for your refund is November 20, 2015. To apply, log on to this website.
Starkist Tuna was sued for selling cans of tuna that did not meet the weight stated on the label. Anyone who bought one or more cans of Starkist Tuna between 2009 and 2014 is eligible for a refund of up to $50. And who hasn't bought tuna in the last 6 years? No receipt required for this one, because the Starkist people are apparently more realistic about whether people treasure their grocery receipts. The deadline for this one is also November 20, 2015. To apply for your refund, log on here.
It might not pay next semester's tuition, but it'll keep you in beer and tuna for a while.
You're welcome.
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
Whew!
Lots of new posts today. If your browser looks anything like mine, you're going to have to not only scroll down to read them all, but hit the little link at the bottom that says Older Posts. What can I say? There was a lot going on.
Bubba the Love Sponge Rides Again
A big thanks to Em Clarke for snapping this photo. Yes--in Lafayette!
Paralegal Society Meeting Announcement
Paralegal Society Members,
My name
is Ashley Coons and I am your Vice President of the Paralegal Society. I hope
everyone made it through midterms without a hitch! This email is intended to
update you on upcoming events. We will be having a society meeting on Wednesday,
October 28, 2015 at 5:30 in the afternoon in Ivy Hall 1132. The
meeting should last about a half hour or so. The officers and senior members
are really looking forward to meeting all the new society members! Our topics
of discussion will include Talk to a Lawyer Day information, scheduling
of further meetings and upcoming events and plans for next semester. Also, your
President and I have an announcement for all that are in attendance. If you
have paid your dues and have yet to provide a receipt to me or Aaron, please
bring that to the meeting. Also, if you have any questions or topic items you’d
like to see addressed within the paralegal program, please email me or Aaron
privately to discuss these matters. And don't forget, please pass along the
word of Paralegal Society- the more members the better!
We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the meeting!
And Now, a Word from the Paralegal Society
TALK TO A LAWYER DAY
In honor of National Pro Bono week, local attorneys will be
available to answer general questions regarding civil legal matters. This event
will take place on Thursday, October 29, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in
Ivy Hall, rooms 1112 and 1114. We are in need of volunteers to help host this
event. There will be a short training seminar in Griffin Hall, room 140 on
Thursday, October 22, 2015 starting promptly at 10:15 and will last about 15-20
minutes. We encourage anyone wanting to volunteer at Talk to a Lawyer Day to
attending this short seminar but lack of attendance does NOT mean you can’t
participate in Talk to a Lawyer Day! For more information, please contact Linda
Kampe or your paralegal society officers, whose email addresses will be listed
below. Thanks in advance for your help!
The Paralegal Society Officers
Aaron
Money
Ashley
Coons
Nicholas
Vester-Wright
Kelsey
Gary
Practicum Reminder
If you are interested in doing a practicum (internship) in the spring, time is running out! You must see me before the end of next week to register.
Call or email me with questions, but do it quickly!
Call or email me with questions, but do it quickly!
You're Invited!
The local pro bono commission is hosting an afternoon continuing legal education program on Wednesday, October 28--and the commission director has specifically invited ALL of Lafayette Ivy Tech's paralegal students. The CLE program starts at 1, and the reception (free shrimp!) starts at 5. You are invited to attend either or both, but you must register. And for my students, yes, either event would be worth 10-20 points.
Details below.
Details below.
INDIANA DISTRICT 4 PRO BONO CORPORATION
2015 PRO BONO WEEK CLE PROGRAM
And
2014 PRO BONO ATTORNEY OF THE YEAR
AWARD DINNER AND ANNUAL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2015
Holiday Inn City Centre
515 South Street, Lafayette, In
Shambaugh Room
1:00
- 1:15 INTRODUCTION
TIMOTHY
E. PETERSON
INDIANA
DISTRICT 4 PLAN ADMINISTRATOR
1:15 - 2:15 LEGAL ETHICS FOR FAMILY LAWYERS, DERELLE
WATSON – DUVALL AND KATHERINE MEGER KELSEY, KIDS’VOICE OF INDIANA
2:15
- 2:30 BREAK
2:30 - 3:30 INDIANA’S NEW RESTRICTED DRIVER’S LICENSE
LAW, SCOTT DEVRIES
3:30 – 4:30 EXPUNGEMENT LAW IN INDIANA. Speaker TBD
5:00 - 6:00 RECEPTION FOR THE 2014 PRO BONO ATTORNEY
AWARD WINNERS
6:00-7:00 DINNER AND ANNUAL MEETING
7:00-8:00 LEGAL ETHICS, THE FUNDAMENTALS OF THE
NEW MANDATORY PRO BONO REPORTING UNDER PROFESSIONAL RULE 6.7, TIMOTHY E.
PETERSON, INDIANA DISTRICT 4 PRO BONO CORPORATION.
REGISTRATION
FORM
NAME: ___________________________ LAW FIRM or ORGANIZATION:
_________________________
ADDRESS: ________________________________ CITY:_____________________ IN
(ZIP):___________
PHONE: _______________ Atty. No.:_____________ E-mail
Address: ___________________________
Registration Fees:
__________ Reception (Free!) _________
__________ Dinner ($30.00) _________
My dinner preference is __________ prime rib __________ vegetarian.
Please R.S.V.P. by October 26, 2015
__________ I will take one pro bono case in 2016 in
exchange for the three free hours of CLE and Ethics Credit. I will volunteer to take a case in the
following legal areas: ____________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
RETURN
REGISTRATIONS TO:
INDIANA DISTRICT 4
PRO BONO CORPORATION
8 N. 3RD
ST., SUITE 102
LAFAYETTE, IN 47901
FAX: 765-423-2252
tim.peterson@ilsi.net
[1]
Registration for the CLE Conference is free for persons volunteering to perform
one pro bono case in 2013-14 as assigned by the Indiana District 4 Pro Bono
Corporation. Three hours of CLE are being applied for.
[2]
Donations to the Indiana District 4 Pro Bono Corporation are tax deductible.
[3]
Make checks payable to Indiana District 4 Pro Bono Corporation
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