Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Regional Chair Message
Greetings SRBLSA!
This has been an extremely busy semester! I'd like to congratulate those individuals who have accepted job offers for next year, offer good luck to those who are still searching and well wishes to the 1L's who are preparing for first semester exams.
Additionally, I was extremely pleased with the turnout on the first ever Presidents Conference Call that was held on October 19th. As a reminder, there are several NBLSA/SRBLSA deadlines approaching
1. Deadline to lock in Miami Convention Early Bird Registration Rates Nov 1, 2006. If your school has requested funding, and are awaiting a check, please forward a copy of the check request to Jarrett Tyus at jtyus3@gmail.com, to ensure that your chapter can take advantage of the early bird rate.
REMEMBER, You can lock in the early bird rate, by making a $50 deposit. Registration can be accessed online at http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760.
Additionally, all persons who are registered early, are entered in a raffle to win a prize valued at $200. We will announce the winner and prize shortly.
2. NBLSA Scholarship Applications: Due Nov 1, 2006. For details about the three available scholarships, go to: http://www.nblsa.org/resources/scholarships/
3. SRBLSA P.U.R.P.O.S.E Scholarship Applications Due: November 15, 2006.
Please see our page on Facebook for the forms, or contact our Regional Secretary Brandi Stewart at brandimstewart@hotmail.com.
Good luck to everyone on the upcoming MPRE and finals.
With purpose,
kbh
This has been an extremely busy semester! I'd like to congratulate those individuals who have accepted job offers for next year, offer good luck to those who are still searching and well wishes to the 1L's who are preparing for first semester exams.
Additionally, I was extremely pleased with the turnout on the first ever Presidents Conference Call that was held on October 19th. As a reminder, there are several NBLSA/SRBLSA deadlines approaching
1. Deadline to lock in Miami Convention Early Bird Registration Rates Nov 1, 2006. If your school has requested funding, and are awaiting a check, please forward a copy of the check request to Jarrett Tyus at jtyus3@gmail.com, to ensure that your chapter can take advantage of the early bird rate.
REMEMBER, You can lock in the early bird rate, by making a $50 deposit. Registration can be accessed online at http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760.
Additionally, all persons who are registered early, are entered in a raffle to win a prize valued at $200. We will announce the winner and prize shortly.
2. NBLSA Scholarship Applications: Due Nov 1, 2006. For details about the three available scholarships, go to: http://www.nblsa.org/resources/scholarships/
3. SRBLSA P.U.R.P.O.S.E Scholarship Applications Due: November 15, 2006.
Please see our page on Facebook for the forms, or contact our Regional Secretary Brandi Stewart at brandimstewart@hotmail.com.
Good luck to everyone on the upcoming MPRE and finals.
With purpose,
kbh
NBLSA SCHOLARSHIPS (1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls, Undergrads)
Rodney Pulliam Memorial Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 1, 2006
PURPOSE
The Executive Board is proud to announce the Rodney Pulliam Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is in honor of, Rodney Pulliam, who served as our National Chair as for the 1998-1999 academic year. Mr. Pulliam was an inspiration to all who knew him in service as a minister, husband, father, community activist, community servant and attorney. The scholarship shall be awarded in the amount of $500.00 to be used exclusively towards a Bar/Bri Bar preparation course. Thirty (30) scholarships in total with a break down of five (5) scholarships per region, representative of the Western, Rocky Mountain, Southern, Midwest, Mid Atlantic and Northeast Regions.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
This scholarship will be awarded in the form of a $500.00 BARBRI certificate to thirty (30) recipients (five (5) from each of the six (6) NBLSA regions). Each recipient must be a second (2L) or third (3L) year law student. Applicants must write an essay addressing the issue posed by the essay question.
ESSAY QUESTION:
Do you feel that Affirmative Action has outlived its usefulness with regard to the African American community? If so, is there any need for the legal community to act in order to change it? If not, what else should the legal community focus on outside of the current scope of Affirmative Action in order to increase the higher educational opportunities for African American students?
The winning essay will be chosen on purpose, practicality, content, grammar and style. The essay must not exceed 1000 words, be typed, and be double-spaced on 8 ½" x 11" paper.
Application Deadline: November 1, 2006
PURPOSE
The Executive Board is proud to announce the Rodney Pulliam Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is in honor of, Rodney Pulliam, who served as our National Chair as for the 1998-1999 academic year. Mr. Pulliam was an inspiration to all who knew him in service as a minister, husband, father, community activist, community servant and attorney. The scholarship shall be awarded in the amount of $500.00 to be used exclusively towards a Bar/Bri Bar preparation course. Thirty (30) scholarships in total with a break down of five (5) scholarships per region, representative of the Western, Rocky Mountain, Southern, Midwest, Mid Atlantic and Northeast Regions.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
This scholarship will be awarded in the form of a $500.00 BARBRI certificate to thirty (30) recipients (five (5) from each of the six (6) NBLSA regions). Each recipient must be a second (2L) or third (3L) year law student. Applicants must write an essay addressing the issue posed by the essay question.
ESSAY QUESTION:
Do you feel that Affirmative Action has outlived its usefulness with regard to the African American community? If so, is there any need for the legal community to act in order to change it? If not, what else should the legal community focus on outside of the current scope of Affirmative Action in order to increase the higher educational opportunities for African American students?
The winning essay will be chosen on purpose, practicality, content, grammar and style. The essay must not exceed 1000 words, be typed, and be double-spaced on 8 ½" x 11" paper.
CRITERIA
In order to be considered for the scholarship, please submit the following:
- Four (4) copies of your essay. Do NOT put your name or any identifying information on any page of the essay.
- A letter from your chapter President or Treasurer certifying that you are a dues paying member for the 2006-2007 school year.
- Letter from your law school certifying that you are an eligible J.D. candidate for the 2006-2007 school year; or will become and eligible candidate before December 2007.
SELECTION PROCESS
Members of the NBLSA Board shall select the scholarship recipients. All proposals must be postmarked on or before Wednesday, November 1, 2006. All recipients will be notified by December 1, 2006 of their award and will be invited to attend the National Convention in Atlanta, GA at the recipient’s expense. Attendance at the convention is not a requirement to enter the contest. Please duplicate the application as necessary.
Please send your completed application package to:
Conway Ekpo & Nicole Alexander
NBLSA Education Co-Chairs
24 Johnson Avenue
Newark, NJ 07108
Attn: Rodney Pulliam Memorial Scholarship
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Nelson Mandela Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 1, 2006
PURPOSE
The Executive Board of the National Black Law Students Association (NBLSA) is pleased to announce the annual Nelson Mandela Scholarship. The scholarship’s namesake is the famed South African civil rights activities and political leader. Mr. Mandela has dedicated his life to liberating the people of South Africa from the oppressive hands of apartheid and segregation. The liberation efforts of Mr. Mandela are an inspiration to the members of NBLSA, which is why we choose to award this scholarship in his name. NBLSA takes great pride in the spirit of Mr. Mandela’s efforts to improve the state of affairs of Black people in South Africa.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
The scholarship is awarded on an annual basis to six (6) African-American college students/graduates (one students from each NBLSA region) who plan to enter law school in the United States in the Spring of 2007 or Fall of 2007 and who will be first year law students, and to first year (1L) law students who entered law school during the Fall of 2006, and are currently first year law students. A $1000 monetary award and a certificate will be given to each student. The scholarship will provide financial support for award and a certificate will be given to each student. The scholarship will provide financial support for those whose financial condition is minimal. The scholarship can be used by the student in whatever capacity need be. Applicants must write a proposal addressing the issue raised by the essay question:
ESSAY QUESTION
The United States government has recognized the violence, slaughter, rape, starvation and displacement of the Sudanese people in Darfur as "genocide". What role, if any, should the United States government play in eliminating this situation and why?
The winning essay will be chosen on content, grammar and style. The essay must be the completed product of the entrant. The proposal must be between 500 and 1000 words, typed, and double-spaced on 8 ½” x 11” paper.
CRITERIA
- Four (4) copy of your essay (between 500 and 1000 words). Put your name and address information on the cover sheet of the essay. (Do NOT put your name or any identifying information on any page of the essay)
- A resume and two (2) letters of recommendation
- An official transcript from all undergraduate institutions and law schools.
- Must submit verification of acceptance to law school for the Spring or Fall 2006 or letter from your law school that you are a current first year student who entered law school in the Fall of 2006.
- Must include community service, future career plans, and extracurricular activities.
SELECTION PROCESS
Members of the NBLSA National Board shall select the scholarship recipients. All proposals must be postmarked on or before Wednesday, November 1, 2006. All recipients will be notified by December 1, 2006 if their award and will be invited to attend the National Convention in Atlanta, GA at the recipient’s expense. Attendance at the convention is not a requirement to enter the contest. Please duplicate the application as necessary.
Please send your completed application package to:
Conway Ekpo & Nicole Alexander
NBLSA Education Co-Chairs
24 Johnson Avenue
Newark, NJ 07108
Attn: Sandy Brown Memorial Scholarship
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Sandy Brown Memorial Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 1, 2006
PURPOSE
The Executive Board of the National Black Law Students Association is pleased to announce the annual Sandy Brown Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is named after the late Sandy Brown, a past NBLSA western regional director. Two (2) monetary awards (not less than $500) will be given commemorative of Ms. Brown. To be eligible to apply for the scholarship, you must be a rising second (1L) or third (2L) year law student. Applicants must write an essay on the issue posed by the essay question.
ESSAY QUESTION:
Should the recent changes to the bench of the United States Supreme Court give rise for concern in the African American community with respect to the erosion of our civil rights and liberties? If so, how so? If not, why not?
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
The winning essays will be chosen based on content, grammar, and style. The essay must be completed product of the entrant. The essay must be between 250 and 500 words, typed, and double-spaced on 8 ½” x 11” paper.
CRITERIA
In order to be considered for the scholarship, please submit the following:
- Four (4) copies of your essay. Do NOT put your name or any identifying information on any page of the essay.
- A letter from your chapter President and Treasurer certifying that you are a dues paying member for the 2006-2007 school year.
- Letters from your law school certifying that you are a rising second or third year law student for the 2006-2007 school year.
SELECTION PROCESS
Members of the NBLSA National Board shall select the scholarship recipients. All proposals must be postmarked on or before the Wednesday, November 1, 2006. All recipients will be notified by December 1, 2006, of their award and will be invited to attend the National Convention in Atlanta, GA at the recipient’s expense. Attendance at the convention is not a requirement to enter the contest.
Please send your completed application package to:
Conway Ekpo & Nicole Alexander
NBLSA Education Co-Chairs
24 Johnson Avenue
Newark, NJ 07108
Attn: Sandy Brown Memorial Scholarship
Monday, October 30, 2006
Monday, October 23, 2006
President's Roundtable- AN ABSOLUTE SUCCESS!
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Chapter Presidents and Vice Presidents from
Chapter Presidents and Vice Presidents from
Florida BLSAs met to discuss
pertinent issues facing our chapters.
Attendees included:
Corris McIntosh- Stetson University College of Law
Danna Magloire- St. Thomas School of Law
Brandi Johnson- Florida A&M University School of Law
Jeanelle Ferril- Florida International University College of Law
Gerrard Grant- University of Florida School of Law
Nexcy De La Rosa- Nova Southeastern School of Law
Joycelyn Brown- University of Miami School of Law
Sheryl Montour- St. Thomas University School of Law
Kira Brereton- University of Miami School of Law (National Director of Programming)
Nneka Uzodinma- University of Miami School of Law (Sub-Regional Director)
Attendees included:
Corris McIntosh- Stetson University College of Law
Danna Magloire- St. Thomas School of Law
Brandi Johnson- Florida A&M University School of Law
Jeanelle Ferril- Florida International University College of Law
Gerrard Grant- University of Florida School of Law
Nexcy De La Rosa- Nova Southeastern School of Law
Joycelyn Brown- University of Miami School of Law
Sheryl Montour- St. Thomas University School of Law
Kira Brereton- University of Miami School of Law (National Director of Programming)
Nneka Uzodinma- University of Miami School of Law (Sub-Regional Director)
We would like to thank our sponsors for this event:
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Thursday, October 19, 2006
Friday, October 13, 2006
Chapter Presidents Conference Call
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CHAPTER PRESIDENTS CONFERENCE CALL
THURSDAY 10-19-06 AT 8PM CENTRAL/9PM EASTERN
The Chair of the Southern Region would like to have a
Presidents Conference Call in order to share a few announcements
with the chapters and touch base with each President to assess concerns
and answer any questions you may have. The call should last no longer
than an hour and an agenda along with a reminder will be sent the night before.
Instructions: Dial (712) 775-7000, once the operator asks for the Participant Access Code,
enter the following number: 236396#.
Have a great evening!
Brandi Stewart
Secretary, SRBLSA
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CHAPTER PRESIDENTS CONFERENCE CALL
THURSDAY 10-19-06 AT 8PM CENTRAL/9PM EASTERN
The Chair of the Southern Region would like to have a
Presidents Conference Call in order to share a few announcements
with the chapters and touch base with each President to assess concerns
and answer any questions you may have. The call should last no longer
than an hour and an agenda along with a reminder will be sent the night before.
Instructions: Dial (712) 775-7000, once the operator asks for the Participant Access Code,
enter the following number: 236396#.
Have a great evening!
Brandi Stewart
Secretary, SRBLSA
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Sunday, October 08, 2006
Wednesday, October 04, 2006
A Message from Our Convention Coordinators
Convention Registration
BLSA members can register for the convention two ways
1. The attached forms can be mailed in to the convention co-coordinators.
2. Registration can take place at the following website. http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760%20
For Delegates/Convention Participants
Great news!!!! The Southern Region Executive Board is extending a SPECIAL OFFER for all participants who register during the early registration period for the 36th Annual SRBLSA convention! SRBLSA is allowing participants to submit a $50 deposit in order to reserve their spot at the SRBLSA Convention and still receive the early registration fee of $115.
All persons who register early for the convention may mail/register online with a $50 placeholder fee, postmarked by no later than November 1, 2006,and lock in the early convention registration fee of $115. The remaining balance ($65) for the early convention registration fee must be postmarked/paid by December 1, 2006.
Those who wish to take advantage of this special offer must submit their $50 check payment along with their completed registration and fees form or have the payment made online. You must mark the fees form to indicate that you are registering for the early registration rate of $115.
If the remaining balance ($65) is not postmarked (or the payment not made online) by December 1, 2006, the regular registration fee ($165) will apply. SRBLSA will credit the initial $50 to the remaining balance for regular registration. As such, the remaining balance would be $115 and still must be postmarked by no later than January 16, 2006.
For Competitors/CoachesGreat news!!!!
The Southern Region Executive Board is extending a SPECIAL OFFER for all participants who register during the early registration period for the 36th Annual SRBLSA convention! SRBLSA is allowing participants to submit a $50 deposit in order to reserve their spot at the SRBLSA Convention and still receive the early registration fee of $100.
All persons who register early for the convention may mail/register online a $50 placeholder fee, postmarked by no later than November 1, 2006, and lock in the early convention registration fee of $100. The remaining balance ($50) for the early convention registration fee must be postmarked/paid by December 1, 2006. Those who wish to take advantage of this special offer must submit their $50 check along with their completed registration and fees form or have the payment made online. You must mark the fees form to indicate that you are registering for the early registration rate of $100.
If the remaining balance ($50) is not postmarked (or the payment not made online) by December 1, 2006, the regular registration fee ($150) will apply. SRBLSA will credit the initial $50 to the remaining balance for regular registration. As such, the remaining balance would be $100 and still must be postmarked by no later than January 16, 2006.
Hotel Registration
The Radisson Hotel Miami, will be the host of the SRBLSA 2007 Convention. In order to book a hotel room please take the following steps.
Since the Radisson is offering special rates for convention attendees, enter "NBLSA" in the field "Promotional Code".
RESERVE YOUR ROOM HERE!
Any Further Questions:
Please see the SRBLSA page on the NBLSA website for further convention information.
http://www.nblsa.org/regions/southern/events/convention/2006-2007/index.html
Please also check out our promotional video at http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=4684246070924851340&pr=goog-sl
I look forward to seeing all in Miami!!
Kafi D. Kennedy Swanson
University of Miami School of Law, 2L
SRBLSA 2006-2007 Convention Co-Coordinator
http://www.nblsa.org/regions/southern/events/convention/2006-2007/index.html
Brandi Stewart
J.D. Candidate, May 2007
UK College of Law
BLSA members can register for the convention two ways
1. The attached forms can be mailed in to the convention co-coordinators.
2. Registration can take place at the following website. http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760%20
For Delegates/Convention Participants
Great news!!!! The Southern Region Executive Board is extending a SPECIAL OFFER for all participants who register during the early registration period for the 36th Annual SRBLSA convention! SRBLSA is allowing participants to submit a $50 deposit in order to reserve their spot at the SRBLSA Convention and still receive the early registration fee of $115.
All persons who register early for the convention may mail/register online with a $50 placeholder fee, postmarked by no later than November 1, 2006,and lock in the early convention registration fee of $115. The remaining balance ($65) for the early convention registration fee must be postmarked/paid by December 1, 2006.
Those who wish to take advantage of this special offer must submit their $50 check payment along with their completed registration and fees form or have the payment made online. You must mark the fees form to indicate that you are registering for the early registration rate of $115.
If the remaining balance ($65) is not postmarked (or the payment not made online) by December 1, 2006, the regular registration fee ($165) will apply. SRBLSA will credit the initial $50 to the remaining balance for regular registration. As such, the remaining balance would be $115 and still must be postmarked by no later than January 16, 2006.
For Competitors/CoachesGreat news!!!!
The Southern Region Executive Board is extending a SPECIAL OFFER for all participants who register during the early registration period for the 36th Annual SRBLSA convention! SRBLSA is allowing participants to submit a $50 deposit in order to reserve their spot at the SRBLSA Convention and still receive the early registration fee of $100.
All persons who register early for the convention may mail/register online a $50 placeholder fee, postmarked by no later than November 1, 2006, and lock in the early convention registration fee of $100. The remaining balance ($50) for the early convention registration fee must be postmarked/paid by December 1, 2006. Those who wish to take advantage of this special offer must submit their $50 check along with their completed registration and fees form or have the payment made online. You must mark the fees form to indicate that you are registering for the early registration rate of $100.
If the remaining balance ($50) is not postmarked (or the payment not made online) by December 1, 2006, the regular registration fee ($150) will apply. SRBLSA will credit the initial $50 to the remaining balance for regular registration. As such, the remaining balance would be $100 and still must be postmarked by no later than January 16, 2006.
Hotel Registration
The Radisson Hotel Miami, will be the host of the SRBLSA 2007 Convention. In order to book a hotel room please take the following steps.
Since the Radisson is offering special rates for convention attendees, enter "NBLSA" in the field "Promotional Code".
RESERVE YOUR ROOM HERE!
Any Further Questions:
Please see the SRBLSA page on the NBLSA website for further convention information.
http://www.nblsa.org/regions/southern/events/convention/2006-2007/index.html
Please also check out our promotional video at http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=4684246070924851340&pr=goog-sl
I look forward to seeing all in Miami!!
Kafi D. Kennedy Swanson
University of Miami School of Law, 2L
SRBLSA 2006-2007 Convention Co-Coordinator
http://www.nblsa.org/regions/southern/events/convention/2006-2007/index.html
Brandi Stewart
J.D. Candidate, May 2007
UK College of Law
A Message from our Regional Secretary
SUB-REGION IV: (FL & PR)
Please complete the following survey. It's quick and easy!!
Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Sub-Region IV (FL, PR) Linkhttp://FreeOnlineSurveys.com/rendersurvey.asp?sid=i0qxdcata4iogpx227306
SCHOLARSHIP:
Also, we are asking that each member please donate $5 to our P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Scholarship. Attached is the pledge card and application. The scholarship will be given to a student who was affected by the Katrina disaster. If you have any additional questions a/b this scholarship, please contact us at purposescholarship@gmail.comThanks!Brandi StewartSecretary, SRBLSA
Please complete the following survey. It's quick and easy!!
Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Sub-Region IV (FL, PR) Linkhttp://FreeOnlineSurveys.com/rendersurvey.asp?sid=i0qxdcata4iogpx227306
SCHOLARSHIP:
Also, we are asking that each member please donate $5 to our P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Scholarship. Attached is the pledge card and application. The scholarship will be given to a student who was affected by the Katrina disaster. If you have any additional questions a/b this scholarship, please contact us at purposescholarship@gmail.comThanks!Brandi StewartSecretary, SRBLSA
Tuesday, October 03, 2006
Regional Convention - REGISTER NOW
ALL,
Don't forget to take advantage of early registration for the convention. You still have a few weeks. If you are strapped for cash, you can lock in your rate by paying $50 now and the rest at a later date. You don't want to save on the room only to have to pay a lot more on registration.
Register at:
http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760%20
Don't forget to take advantage of early registration for the convention. You still have a few weeks. If you are strapped for cash, you can lock in your rate by paying $50 now and the rest at a later date. You don't want to save on the room only to have to pay a lot more on registration.
Register at:
http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760%20
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