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| 1 | 2Events on February 2, 2015 The Speakers Committee proudly presents Craig E. Jones, Q.C.: “Pitching to the Lizard: Subconscious Persuasion, Irrationality and Bias in Judicial Decisions”
Starts: 12:00 pm
Ends: February 2, 2015 - 1:00 pm
Location: Room 158
Public Speakers Anonymous Meeting
Starts: 12:00 pm
Ends: February 2, 2015 - 1:30 pm
Location: Room 142
Description: PSA is hosting a meeting focused on developing impromptu speaking skills.
The theme this week is family. Come join us for fun impromptu speaking games and
challenges!
The Criminal Law Club presents "Jury Nullification with Gary Bauslaugh"
Starts: 12:00 pm
Ends: February 2, 2015 - 1:30 pm
Location: Room 152
Description: Gary Bauslaugh will be speaking about Jury Nullification in Canada, the
focus of his latest book "The Secret Power of Juries."
| 3Events on February 3, 2015 **"Fern Gully" movie screening
Starts: 12:00 pm
Ends: February 3, 2015 - 1:30 pm
Location: Room 204
Description: Presented by the UVic chapter of the Student Animal Legal Defense Fund, in conjunction with UVic's Environmental Law Club.
Admission is free (popcorn and baked goods will be sold at the event). Everyone is welcome, hope to see you there!
**Etiquette Session with Melanie Mahlman presented by the Business Law Association
Starts: 12:30 pm
Ends: February 3, 2015 - 1:30 pm
Location: Room 158
Description: Preparing for the Vancouver Firms Reception? Or want to learn more about etiquette and networking? Join the Business Law Association for an Etiquette Session with Melanie Mahlman, Executive Director at Victoria Hospitals Foundation.
Melanie will be discussing:
- How to network with professionals
- How to present yourself at professional event
- Tips for post-event follow-ups
- Dining etiquette basics
Free pizza will be provided!
CARL Meeting
Starts: 12:30 pm
Ends: February 3, 2015 - 1:30 pm
Location: TBA
Description: Message from co-chairs Paria and Dan:
Hi guys,
Hope you're all doing well, and happy belated new year!
As you may know, Nimrit and Catharine are both doing Co-op right now, so Dan and I (Paria) will be co-chairs for the semester. Nimrit is it Thailand but Catharine is here in Victoria and will stay involved.
That said, we are due for a chapter meeting. There's a couple of things to discuss:
1) Possibility of setting up a 'Diversity Day' event
-suggestion by Catharine
-fundraising event with international food/dress
-could also celebrate diversity in access/disability
-could team up w/ IHRLA (and others)
2) Looking at new CARL research opportunities
*This meeting is open to all members*
The LCO's BC Firms Reception
Starts: 6:00 pm
Ends: February 3, 2015 - 8:00 pm
Location: The Fairmont Empress, 721 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5, Canada
Description: Deadline to RSVP is January 27. RSVP to Kyla Patterson at careerof@uvic.ca.
| 4Events on February 4, 2015 Law 312 - Debtor Creditor Relations - Critical Reflection Due
Starts: 10:30 am
Ends: February 4, 2015 - 11:30 am
Location: Faculty Dropbox
Description: Worth 10%
The Environmental Law Club presents "Ocean Legacy"
Starts: 12:00 pm
Ends: February 4, 2015 - 1:30 pm
Location: Room 157
Description: James Middleton and Chloe Dubois talk about starting a nonprofit organization and their work in ocean cleanup and global mobilization. See http://www.oceanlegacy.ca for more info.
**IHRLA Bake Sale
Starts: 12:00 pm
Ends: February 4, 2015 - 1:30 pm
Location: In front of the Student Lounge
Description: The International and Human Rights Law Association is raising money to fund speaker events and other fundraising events later in the semester. Come get some goodies to wipe away that memo stress!
1L Negotiation Challenge
Starts: 5:00 pm
Ends: February 4, 2015 - 9:00 pm
Location: Fraser Building
Description: A negotiation competition open only to 1L students will take place on February 4th, roughly from 5:00-9:00pm in Fraser. A reception at the University Club following the negotiation will have refreshments for everyone and prizes for the top three teams!
Please sign up in teams of two by sending one email to
uvic.1l.negotiation.challenge@gmail.com with your name and team member. If you do not have a team of two, you can sign up as an individual and we will try and place you in a team. Registration is first come first serve.
Not much preparation is needed for the negotiation and it is very low key. This is a great experience to get familiar with negotiation or to prepare for the larger ABA competition in the Fall. Please see the attachment for more details.
Canadian Marijuana Laws: A Moderated Panel
Starts: 7:00 pm
Ends: February 4, 2015 - 9:00 pm
Location: University of Victoria Farquhar Auditorium
Description: Pot activist Marc Emery joins a panel of representatives from British Columbia’s law, addictions, and academic communities to discuss Marijuana laws in a Canadian context, particularly the question of legalization. The moderated panel discussion will be directed by audience-submitted questions, and explore the nuances of marijuana law from the perspective of enforcement, public health, and legislation.
Recently released from prison in the United States, where he was incarcerated on drug trafficking charges, Marc Emery has been highly active in the debate over marijuana laws worldwide. Other panelists include Jim O’Rourke, Geri Bemister and John Anderson. The event will be moderated by CTV Vancouver Island News Anchor Joe Perkins.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at tickets.uvic.ca.
| 5Events on February 5, 2015 Information Session for the 2015 Hakai Field Course
Starts: 12:30 pm
Ends: February 5, 2015 - 1:30 pm
Location: Room 142
Description: This session is mandatory for students interested in registering for the field course this year.
Located in Wuikinuxv and Heiltsuk Nation traditional territories, this course explores the structures of law and policy that shape environmental governance using case studies of aboriginal rights and title, science and law, land and marine use planning and governance, and energy development in the context of shared decision-making in the Great Bear Rainforest. It is a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in complex applied regulatory and socio-ecological issues in a world-renowned remote environment.
**IHRLA Bake Sale
Starts: 12:30 pm
Ends: February 5, 2015 - 1:30 pm
Location: In front of the Student Lounge
Description: The International and Human Rights Law Association is raising money to fund speaker events and other fundraising events later in the semester. Come get some goodies to wipe away that memo stress!
Weekly Mindfulness Meditation with Janet Sheppard
Starts: 12:30 pm
Ends: February 5, 2015 - 1:00 pm
Location: Room 204
Description: This semester, give yourself the gift of mindfulness. Mindfulness meditation has been shown to reduce multiple negative dimensions of psychological stress, including anxiety, depression, and perceived stress/general distress. Recent research has also shown mindfulness meditation strengthens the immune system, improves mental function, sleep and increases resilience. There is a sign-up sheet outside Room 189.
CLA BEvERage & Burger Fundraiser
Starts: 5:00 pm
Ends: February 5, 2015 - 11:00 pm
Location: Maude Hunter's Pub, 3810 Shelbourne Street, Victoria, BC V8P 5N3, Canada
Description: Beverage (beer or non-alcoholic), burger and fries for $15 (plus tax). Come
out and support one of UVic Law's finest in participating in an unpaid international
internship this summer. Plus, it's the beginning of Reading Week for most of us so
no excuses for coming out for a good time!
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| 15 | 16Events on February 16, 2015 GRAD APP DUE
Starts: 12:00 am
Ends: February 17, 2015 - 12:00 am
Location: GRAD APPLICATIONS TODAY
Description: If you are handing in a late application, they are accepted today.
| 17 | 18 | 19Events on February 19, 2015 ELC Clothing Swap
Starts: 12:30 pm
Ends: February 19, 2015 - 4:30 pm
Location: 1/2 the Student Lounge
Description: Do you have some extra clothes, shoes, hats, jewelery, or gear laying around, taking
too much space in your closet? Too many suspenders, jeggings, or ties? Bring them to
the clothing swap! It will be fun and benefit a charity. There will be music and
good times.
You can exchange your clothes for points to the swap or, even if you don't have
clothes to swap, a small donation to charity will give you points to take home
something sweet.
Start collecting your stuff!!!
Weekly Mindfulness Meditation with Janet Sheppard
Starts: 12:30 pm
Ends: February 19, 2015 - 1:00 pm
Location: Room 204
Description: This semester, give yourself the gift of mindfulness. Mindfulness meditation has been shown to reduce multiple negative dimensions of psychological stress, including anxiety, depression, and perceived stress/general distress. Recent research has also shown mindfulness meditation strengthens the immune system, improves mental function, sleep and increases resilience. There is a sign-up sheet outside Room 189.
| 20 | 21Events on February 21, 2015 UVic Law Bonspiel
Starts: 12:00 am
Ends: February 22, 2015 - 12:00 am
Location: Victoria Curling Club, 1952 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4C2, Canada
Description: CURLING FUN
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Starts: 12:30 pm
Ends: February 26, 2015 - 1:00 pm
Location: Room 204
Description: This semester, give yourself the gift of mindfulness. Mindfulness meditation has been shown to reduce multiple negative dimensions of psychological stress, including anxiety, depression, and perceived stress/general distress. Recent research has also shown mindfulness meditation strengthens the immune system, improves mental function, sleep and increases resilience. There is a sign-up sheet outside Room 189.
**Calgary Firms Networking and Pizza Event
Starts: 3:00 pm
Ends: February 26, 2015 - 5:00 pm
Location: Student Lounge
| 27Events on February 27, 2015 Fridge Cleaning
Starts: 12:00 am
Ends: February 28, 2015 - 12:00 am
Description: As you may or may not know, the LSS Executive takes responsibility for cleaning the fridges and microwaves in the student lounge. This is done on
a monthly basis. As of this year, the LSS will also be removing items left on top of the lockers during the monthly cleaning. We will send you notice
prior to each cleaning.
In anticipation of cleaning, please remove items from the fridges or put your name on them. Anything not labelled will be thrown out. Please also
remove items from on top of the lockers. Anything left there will be kept in the LSS office for your retrieval.
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