Still venting, one whole semester later.

See here.

(Posted by Prof. Rapoport)

OK, folks--I've vented (after grading exams this semester)

See here and here. Now it's time for you to weigh in.

Have a great summer! (Or, if you're studying for the bar, have an adequate and productive summer!)

(Posted by Prof. Rapoport.)

Student budget cut rally info

I hope that this e-mail finds you welI and as we continue to become aware of new and developing Budget Cut updates, it has become increasingly apparent to me as well as others that the students must maintain a strong activist presence. The success of the January 22nd Budget Cut Rally can be owed to the great collaboration and assistance that we continue to have from the campus community.

In light of this recent success, the student governments of UNLV, CSN and Nevada State College have been coordinating a follow-up event to the January rally and we hope that this rally will be just as prominent as the first. The event information is the following:

"Save Nevada Education" Budget Cut Rally- Part II
Location: UNLV Academic Mall (In Front of the BEH)
Date: Thursday, March 26th
Time: 6:00PM-7:30PM
(Community members have been included, student speakers are being contacted.)

I respectfully ask as to if it may be possible for this information to be distributed to the various courses that are offered this semester. Along with that, I have also attached the event advertisement if there is interest in distributing this information through e-mail as well. (see below)

Thank you very much for having taken the time to read this message and any and all assistance that can be provided is greatly appreciated. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any concerns or suggestions that you may have regarding this matter. I am confident that through continued collaboration, we will have a more informed and engaged student body.

Sincere Regards,

Adam Cronis

CSUN Student Body President
Office Phone- 895-3423
E-Mail- adam.cronis@unlv.edu

http://facultysenate.unlv.edu/budget_memos/budgetcuts2flyer.jpg

(Posted by Prof. Rapoport)

Bravo to our own, much-missed Mark Bell!

See here, here, and here. Way to go, Mark!

(Posted by Prof. Rapoport)

For some law school survival skills, check out the Law School Academic Support Blog

In addition to our very own Academic Success Program, which is great, you might want to check out the Law School Academic Support Blog, which has common-sense posts like this one (here).
(Posted by Nancy Rapoport)

The RELS Welcome: Paula Gentile

The RELS, together with Career Services, welcome Paula Gentile this Tuesday (2/10) at 12:10 in rm 102. Ms. Gentile is senior VP and general counsel of MGM Mirage's risk management division. She is responsible for insurance procurement, risk management, liability claims, claims-related litigation, workers compensation and safety for all properties of the gaming, resort and entertainment company. She arranges insurance and risk management programs for all company construction projects. Gentile was elected chairwoman of the Article 6 Commission, a group formed last fall by Supreme Court Chief Justice Bob Rose. Article 6 is the section of the state constitution that pertains to judicial matters. Yes, Chili's will be served so come early.

Appropos of the state's proposed budget cuts

You might want to click on this poll (here) and vote.

(Posted by Prof. Rapoport)

Bankruptcy Writing Competition

See here for more info. You should consider doing this competition--it's good practice; you might win $$$; and you'll network like mad.

Good Luck With Finals!

The Clash of the Economic Titans

On 11/10 beginning at noon in room 102 the Gordon & Silver Lecture Series presents the Honorable Ronald Cass, Dr. R. Keith Schwer, and our very own Professor Rapoport. The crux of the discussion will deal with the current economic crisis. Lunch will be provided courtesy of Chilis.

You're Hired!

Attention 2L's & 3L part-timers. The Trump Organization seeks a highly qualified law student for either a full time or part time internship position. The candidate will work out of the company’s offices in Las Vegas and will report directly to the Assistant General Counsel in New York. Daily assignments will include legal research and writing, administration and organization of matters and interfacing with both in house and outside legal counsel. Ability to work independently and interest in real estate development are a must. Visit simplicity for more info.

Deja Enron All Over Again

Read Professor Rapoport's insightful op-eds piece in the Jurist here.