welcome to indiana law CLASS OF 2019 PREVIEW
dear student, In just a few weeks, you’ll be joining us here in Bloomington and become a member of our Law School community. Your admission into our program speaks to our confidence in your success. But even the best and the brightest can benefit from some support along the way. This guide is designed to provide just that — information and insights that will help you know what to expect, where to go for assistance, and how to make the most of your time at Indiana Law. Forget everything you’ve heard. If your perceptions of law school have been shaped by How to Get Away with Murder, you’re in for a surprise. Law school will likely be three of the most transformative years of your life — at times exhilarating and exciting, at times tedious and painstaking, always challenging. Together, we’ll not only expand your knowledge, we’ll change the way you think…and you’ll be leading the way. Nothing about your undergraduate experience will compare. You’ve chosen a rigorous program at one of the nation’s most respected universities. We are honored to have you as a member of our Class of 2019, and remain committed to making your law school experience the best it can possibly be. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Greg Canada Assistant Dean of Admissions
Catherine L. Matthews, ’06 Assistant Dean of Students
Rachel Dawson, ’99 Assistant Dean of Career Services
getting acquainted
what to expect, when
the lay of the land
your school, your community
from the dean Welcome to the Maurer School of Law! We have a special community here at the Law School, and I’m proud you are a part of it. As you get ready to launch your professional career, you will do more than learn law and legal analysis in the classroom. You will also have an opportunity to work closely with faculty and your classmates, to advance research that aids in our understanding of law, society, and legal institutions, and contribute to resolving the leading issues of the day. Through our clinics, projects, student organizations, externships, and pro bono programs, you will also have an opportunity to hone your lawyering skills, — while making a difference in the community. I wish you all the best. You’re in for an exciting and transformative year. I look forward to meeting you soon.
Austen L. Parrish Dean and James H. Rudy Professor of Law
summer checklist Your membership in the Indiana Law community started on the day you were admitted to the Law School. But there are just a few more steps you need to take to make everything official. Use this checklist as a guide, and make sure you complete these tasks as soon as possible before orientation.
Submit the IU eApp, so you’ll have access to your student ID, user ID, email, and IU student portal. You’ve
already received instructions, but if you need to review them, go to law.indiana.edu/jd-checklist (user name:
welcome; password: classof2019).
Are you applying for federal student loans? If so, submit your free application for federal student aid (FAFSA).
Go to law.indiana.edu/jd-finance for details.
Ask the undergraduate institution that granted your degree to submit your final transcript (with all grades and
degree conferred) to lawadmis@indiana.edu.
Have a head shot taken of yourself (no hats or sunglasses), and send it to lawadmis@indiana.edu.
Make sure that your laptop computer meets the school’s technology requirements. Review what you’ll need
at law.indiana.edu/technology.
Do you want to get a jump on your first year? There’s still time to sign up for Summer Start, where you’ll
take torts, earn four credits, and settle into the 1L year in the peace and quiet of Bloomington during the
summer. Summer Start begins on June 27 and ends on August 2. To enroll, visit the Summer Start webpage
at law.indiana.edu/jd-summer.
To meet your classmates, review housing options, and keep up with other news about the Class of 2019, join the Facebook group by searching for IU Maurer School of Law Class of 2019.
important dates Fall scheduling info arrives
Move-in complete
Mandatory orientation — ALL DAY
You will receive your course and instructor information; book lists and first-day assignments will follow.
By August 5, you should be moved, unpacked and settled in. Be sure to locate the nearest grocery store and bus line, and set up wireless service at home.
Moot Court Room, 9:00
MONDAY, AUGUST 1
FRIDAY, AUGUST 5
THURSDAY/ FRIDAY/ MONDAY, AUGUST 11/12/15
Classes begin
Welcome picnic at noon, Baier Hall patio Meet other members of the Law School community, including peers, faculty, and staff
TUESDAY, AUGUST 16
FRIDAY, AUGUST 19
You must be checked in and seated before the start of the first session. Be on time. Bring your laptop and eight copies of your résumé (delete grades and scores). Continental breakfast will be served at 8:30.
First semester fees due Financial aid refunds will not be available before August 11
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Orientation: please dress professionally Business professional (interview attire) on August 11 and 12 — business casual on the 15th. On August 12, you’ll introduce yourself to faculty via a photo and brief video, so please dress in business professional attire then, too, at least above the waist.
your professional life starts now You are now part of a professional school, representing the profession of law. We’re confident that part of what got you here is an understanding of the importance of managing your personal reputation. While you’re here, you’ll learn a lot more about what it means to be a professional. But now is a good time to start practicing some of the skills you probably already know. To wit: > show up on time, fully prepared. > be a good classmate and colleague — share notes, work together. Your classmates will become your future colleagues! > let your practice group advisor or Student Affairs know if someone is struggling. Your classmates deserve your support. > read Indiana Law Annotated, our weekly in-house newsletter. It’s your resource for everything that’s happening in the Law
School. Look for it in your email every Monday morning, with Twitter (@iumaurerlaw) updates all week. Watch the digital signs
in the lobby of Baier Hall for breaking news.
> appearances count. If you can, try to put some funds aside for interview clothes, and attend Career Services sessions on
how to dress professionally without breaking your budget.
> manage your online reputation as well as your in-person reputation. Assume that everything about you that appears on
Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram will by seen by the world, including professors and potential employers.
> conduct yourself responsibly, in school and outside it.
MEET YOUR 1L FACULTY
Prof. BROWN
Prof. BUXBAUM
Prof. COLE Property
Constitutional Law
Prof. DAGHE
Prof. DOWNEY
Prof. EAGLIN
Prof. GOODMAN
Prof. GJERDINGEN
Prof. HENDERSON
Prof. HOFFMANN
Prof. JOHNSEN
Prof. KRISHNAN
Prof. MATTIOLI
Prof. MORRISON
Prof. OCHOA
Prof. REICHARD
Prof. SCOTT
Prof. STAKE
Torts
Legal Research and Writing
Torts
Property The Legal Profession
Prof. QUINTANILLA
Contracts
Legal Research and Writing
The Legal Profession
Contracts
Civil Procedure
The Legal Profession
Prof. WENG
Prof. WILLIAMS
The Legal Profession
Constitutional Law
Criminal Law
Criminal Law
Criminal Procedure
Criminal Law
Prof. CONKLE
Legal Research and Writing
Constitutional Law
Contracts
Property
what to expect, when While every student’s experience will be his or hers alone, the Law School curriculum has been carefully crafted to seat foundational skills first, followed by application and practice. The timeline below should give you a sense of what to expect over the course of your first year at Indiana Law, with a special emphasis on the transitional period during your first semester.
IMPORTANT DATES .OPPORTUNITIES
AUG.
FOCUS ON
1, Course enrollment and information arrive + 5, Moved in, unpacked and settling in + 11, 12, 15, Orientation (mandatory) —meet your practice group advisor (PGA) +
16, Fall semester begins + 19, 1L welcome picnic + 23,
Student organization fair — think about organizations you may want to join
SEP.
5, Labor Day — no classes . Early Sep., Student Affairs academic workshops: preparing for class + Read Indiana Law Annotated; attend endowed lectures + Attend Career Services Office (CSO) 1L workshops + Consider being a Moot Court bailiff — watch ILA for details + IU Football — Go Hoosiers!
OCT.
Relationships: peers, faculty, staff
Skills: note taking, case briefing and class preparation
Early Oct., CSO orientation + 10-14, Fall break — no classes + CSO networking sessions in Chicago and Indianapolis +
17, CSO individual counseling begins — assess your skills and begin charting your career path +
. Mid-Oct., Student Affairs academic workshops: outlining + Sign up for Wintersession: condensed, hands-on courses on specialized topics right before the spring semester + Late Oct., Enjoy outdoor Indiana in the fall — remember: balance.
Skills: outlining NOV.
. Early Nov., Summer job preparation — sessions on resume and cover letter writing, job search strategies and interviewing + Mid-Nov., Student Affairs academic workshops: exam prep + 22, Classes end + 23-27, Thanksgiving break 28-30, Reading Days — no classes
Skills: studying for exams
DEC.
1, Some legal employers begin accepting applications for 1L summer positions + 1, Exams begin + 17, Winter break begins . Late Dec., Rest. Relax. Refuel. Exams
JAN.
3-6, Wintersession + 11, Spring semester begins + 16, Martin Luther King Jr. Day — no classes . Late Jan., Student Affairs academic workshops: first semester/exam debriefing + Start attending Career Choices sessions
Skills: notes, briefs, outlining FEB.
. Throughout, Many student events take place this month; Practice Groups explore campus and community
MAR.
13-17, Spring break — no classes + Late Mar., Academic advising sessions and one-on-one meetings with Student Affairs . Attend Career Choices sessions
APR.
Early Apr., Fall registration + 20-21, Reading Days — no classes + 24, Exams begin Exam preparation
MAY
5, Exams end; 1L journal writing competition begins + 6, Law School commencement + Mid-May, CSO networking
resources
sessions in Indianapolis
Congratulations! You are now a 2L at Indiana Law!
PREPARING FOR DAY ONE: FIVE THINGS YOU CAN DO NOW 1
Rest and relax! Law School will challenge you in ways you can’t imagine, and it’s important that you start strong. Take what time you have in the weeks before to rest, relax, and spend time with family and friends.
2
Let go of your expectations. Right and wrong, black and
white — neither has much of a place in law. Learn now to embrace ambiguity, or at least accept it. If you must, skim Getting to Maybe by Fischl & Paul and prepare yourself for the unexpected. Don’t rule out any law specialty at this point. You might discover you have an affinity for something you can’t imagine.
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3
Get organized. You’ll have homework due on Day One, so now is the time to get your personal
plan in order. If you haven’t yet, schedule move-in services, get your utilities and wireless connected, find a bank, and locate nearby bus stops and lines, grocery stores, and coffee shops. In a college town, it takes a while to get wireless set up, so plan ahead!
4
Arrive early. If you can, arrive on campus a few days or even a week before classes begin. Give yourself time to settle in. Get ready
for orientation.
5
Read your first assignment. Then read it again. And again. Your first assignment will be posted online in early
August and due the day classes begin. There’s no time like the present to start training yourself to study like a lawyer — and that means reading — and re-reading — material multiple times. As you will quickly discover, preparing for class takes an enormous amount of time.
“ONE BITE AT A TIME” As the riddle goes, “How do you eat an elephant?” “One bite at a time.”
NUMBERS TO KNOW 3 Office of Student Affairs 812 855 4809 lawosa@indiana.edu
And so goes law school. Nothing about your undergraduate experience will have prepared you for the responsibility you’ve assumed. The Class of 2019 — filled with magna cum laude s — will struggle to accept the mathematical reality that not everyone can be in the top ten percent of the class. It can seem overwhelming at first. But it is manageable, and it’s not something you do alone. Indiana Law prides itself on being a collegial community where we measure our success collectively, and work
3 Career Services Office 812 855 0258 lcareers@indiana.edu 3 Office of Admissions 812 855 4765 lawadmis@indiana.edu
diligently to make sure individuals have what they need to succeed. If you still have questions after orientation, schedule an appointment with Student Affairs. Visit the Career Services Office, even before your official job search begins. Do what you can today, and let tomorrow take care of itself. Lean on those around you for support. One bite at a time.
GETTING AROUND The Indiana University campus, including the Law School, is not designed for car travel. Parking for student vehicles is almost non-existent. The parking lot across from Baier Hall is not available to law students. Avoid frustration and delays. Leave your car where you live, and take advantage of free bus transportation, award-winning bike routes, and beautiful walking paths. Should you require an after-hours parking permit, visit the Parking Operations website (parking.indiana.edu).
3 Bursar’s Office 812 855 2636 bursar@indiana.edu 3 Financial Aid Office 812 855 7746 iulawfa@indiana.edu 3 Recorder’s Office 812 855 4809 lawosa@indiana.edu
the lay of the land The Maurer School of Law comprises Baier Hall (including the Jerome Hall Law Library), together with the Lewis Building, Beck House, and the Arthur M. Lotz Office of Alumni and Development. These buildings anchor the southwest corner of the picturesque Bloomington campus and overlook several acres of woodland visible from the library’s five-story atrium. Baier Hall, like many other signature buildings on the IU campus, is made from Indiana limestone.
BAIER HALL Named in 2015 to honor the generosity of Lowell E. Baier, ’64, Baier Hall is where you will spend most of your time in law school. The large lecture halls are located on the main floor; smaller seminar rooms are on the second floor, along with faculty offices. Student-centered activities take place on the ground floor, and additional faculty offices are located on the third floor.
THE LEWIS BUILDING All clinics are housed in the Lewis Building, located across from Baier Hall at Fourth Street and Indiana Avenue. Clinic offices, interview rooms, and group work spaces are there, along with the offices of your legal research and writing instructors.
THE ARTHUR M. LOTZ OFFICE OF ALUMNI AND DEVELOPMENT The relationships you develop as a law student will both lead and follow you as your career develops. Indiana Law has an alumni association with more than 11,000 members. The Alumni Office invites you to come in and get acquainted in anticipation of your future membership in this important group. The office is located across Third Street from Baier Hall, and honors Arthur M. Lotz, ’65, the school’s longtime associate dean.
BECK HOUSE: CENTER FOR CONSTITUTIONAL DEMOCRACY The Center for Constitutional Democracy brings together leaders of reform movements in countries struggling for constitutional democracy and university scholars who have expertise useful to those reformers. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Center’s pathbreaking fieldwork. Beck House is located next door to the Alumni Office on Third Street. The school’s other research centers — focused on intellectual property; law, society and culture; and the legal profession — are housed within Baier Hall.
JUDGE DAVID F. HAMILTON’S CHAMBERS The Honorable David F. Hamilton, judge of the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, houses his chambers on the second floor of Baier Hall.
THE JEROME HALL LAW LIBRARY One of the largest and finest in the country, the Jerome Hall Law Library houses rare books dating back to the Civil War, a first-rate collection in Anglo-American law, and online access including web-based research sources and the more than seven million volumes in the university library system. Study spaces 3 Reading rooms 3 Study carrels (assigned during orientation) where you can store books for research projects 3 Conference rooms for two to 12 The circulation desk at the Law Library also serves as the building’s lost-and-found desk. Check the digital sign in the library lobby for more information about the library and its services.
YOUR GUIDE TO STUDENT SERVICES For your convenience, Student Affairs, the Dean’s Office, and the Career Services Office are open all day, including during the lunch hour. STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICE (022) – Academic and personal counseling
Mail slots (ground floor)
– Ombudsperson and student advocacy services
You will receive regular communication and are expected to check both email and mail slots daily. While the majority of the school’s official communications are sent via university email, you’ll be assigned a mail slot and encouraged to check it daily.
– Student organization information Recorder (022) – Registration and grade posting – Student files – Letters of good standing Financial Aid Office (022) – Assistance with federal financial aid programs and lenders CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (020) – Individual career planning and professional development – Job search strategies and assistance with application materials
Student lounge and vending area (ground floor near mail slots) The lounge includes a kitchenette with refrigerators and microwaves. Vending machines are located inside the mail room, adjacent to the lounge.
DEAN’S OFFICE (240) Admissions Office (224) Business Office (202)
Lockers (ground floor)
International Programs (220)
It’s not for nothing that they call us “Maurer High.” Just like in high school, you’ll be able to rent locker space for the duration of your time here. Rental information will be provided at orientation.
Finance and Administration (240D) Marketing and Communications (240C) Event Coordinator (240A) FACULTY OFFICES (2ND AND 3RD FLOORS AND LEWIS BUILDING) Faculty administrative assistants (252, 300, 334)
Indiana Law Journal (009) Indiana Journal of Global Legal Studies (016) Indiana Journal of Law and Social Equality (203) Student organizations share office space on the ground floor.
Bulletin boards and digital signs (ground floor, first floor) Official announcements, including class assignments, are posted in the glass-enclosed bulletin boards (as well as electronically and via web postings). The recorder, Student Affairs, and the Career Services Office maintain bulletin boards on the ground floor, and student organizations post on the boards across from the student lounge. The digital sign on the first floor displays current events, and another digital sign inside the library entrance has additional information.
your school, your community
More than 40 organizations, including four law journals, offer you opportunities for engaging with the Indiana Law community. Get acquainted with the ones that speak to you, and start building connections with others who share your interests. Access to Justice
LGBT Project
Advocates for Life
Middle Eastern Law Students Association
American Constitution Society
Older and Wiser Law Students
Asian Pacific American Law Students Assn.
OUTlaw
Black Law Students Association
Outreach for Legal Literacy
Business and Law Society
Phi Alpha Delta
Christian Legal Society
Phi Delta Phi
Environmental Law Society
Pro Bono Immigration Project
Family Law Society
Protective Order Project
Federalist Society
Public Interest Law Foundation
Feminist Law Forum
Sherman Minton Moot Court Competition
Health Law Society
Society for Law and the Arts
Indiana Journal of Global Legal Studies
Sports and Entertainment Law Society
Indiana Journal of Law and Social Equality
Student Animal Legal Defense Fund
Indiana Law Journal
Student Bar Association
Indianapolis Bar Association
Tenant Assistance Project
Inmate Legal Assistance Project
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
Intellectual Property Association
Women’s Law Caucus
International Law Society
IP Theory Jewish Law Students Association Labor and Employment Law Society Latino Law Students Association Law and Drama Society Law Students for Reproductive Justice
at the intersection of law school and life It’s easy to focus all your time and energy on your studies. But we invite and encourage you to think beyond the corner of Third Street and Indiana Avenue. Baier Hall is immediately adjacent to the vibrant, diverse Bloomington community. Renowned for its restaurants and cultural celebrations, the city is designed for exploring with walking paths and bike routes. Worship and faith-based opportunities abound. On campus, you have access to arts and entertainment, recreation and fitness, as well as Indiana University’s legendary Big Ten athletics and Little 500 bicycle race. Indiana Law’s Practice Group Advisors will be a great resource as you strike the right balance between law school and life. PGAs serve as front-line mentors and guides for 1Ls, meeting with you and your classmates in small groups to help you with the challenges of law school life. PGAs will also assist with projects in your second-semester course on the legal profession. Getting out and about, clearing your head, and refueling your spirit are integral to your success. We stress the importance of balance at Indiana Law and hope you’ll take advantage of the opportunities that surround you as part of our community.
SAFETY AND HEALTH Student welfare is a top priority of Indiana University and the Law School. Comprehensive student healthcare is provided by the Indiana University Health Center and is covered through payment of your student fees. IU Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers confidential counseling services at no extra charge with your IU health fee. 3 IU Health Center / 600 N. Jordan Ave. / healthcenter.indiana.edu / 812 855 7688 3 CAPS / 600 N. Jordan Ave., 4th floor / healthcenter.indiana.edu/counseling / 812 855 5711 The Bloomington campus has an excellent record of student safety, due in part to the diligence of the students themselves. Just as you would in your hometown — wherever your hometown — practice personal safety, particularly when moving about the campus and community after dark. Travel with others whenever possible, and keep your phone charged and with you. Numerous emergency call boxes are located throughout campus and connect directly to the IU Police Department in the event of an emergency. If you are not by a call box, do not hesitate to dial 911. The Law School is committed to IU’s sexual assault policy, which is included in the Student Handbook. The Law School’s sexual assault policy is in our Student Handbook, and you can visit stopsexualviolence.iu.edu for more information.
THE LIVING IS EASY Many law students choose to live just south of Baier Hall in an apartment building or house. Other options include downtown Bloomington, the area south of College Mall, and the east side of town. Wherever you live, you’ll find the campus easily accessible. Our Life in Bloomington webpage, law.indiana.edu/visit, has a wealth of information about housing options in Bloomington, as does the Graduate and Professional Student Government section of the IU website (indiana.edu/~gpso/). Once you’re here for a day or two, you’ll see why
Forbes calls Bloomington the #1 city for work-life balance in the US. Bloomington has all the major grocery and retail chains, along with smaller organic and farm-to-table options. The Saturday Farmer’s Market draws crowds from miles away, and Indianapolis, with its vibrant downtown, is a popular weekend getaway just an hour from campus.
A FEAST FOR FOODIES BAIER HALL 4
Livability.com just named Bloomington the country’s #3 foodie town — and for good reason. Locally owned restaurants abound, from Thai to Tibetan, Irish to Afghani, Greek to good old American comfort food, and just about everything in between. Whether you’re stopping for a bagel on the way to class, grabbing falafel for lunch, sitting down to dinner with friends, or calling for a late night pizza, you’ll find something that hits the spot, steps away from your law school home.
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There’s a reason College Ranker says Bloomington is the #6 best college town to live in forever, and we’re guessing nightlife has something to do with it. Unassuming little clubs feature some of the best live music you’ll hear, and our local brewers offer an award-winning selection of craft beers. Movies, theater, dancing. . . you’re sure to find plenty to pique your interests here.
SHARING YOUR FAITH Churches, synagogues, the Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Center. Bloomington’s places of worship are as diverse as their congregations and followers. Find worship and fellowship opportunities nearby, whatever your faith.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS. REALLY. The natural landscape in southern Indiana includes the state’s largest inland lake (Monroe), the Hoosier National Forest, limestone quarries, and caves. An extensive trail system lets you explore from two wheels or two feet, joined by other hiking, biking, and running enthusiasts. City and nearby state parks, along with public swimming pools, campgrounds, and golf courses provide fitness and relaxation opportunities, close to home and away from it all.
A SPORTS ILLUSTRATED “TOP 10” Named one of the nation’s top 10 college sports towns by Sports Illustrated on Campus, Bloomington combines Big Ten college athletics with what the magazine called “perhaps the nation’s top recreationalsports program.” No wonder Hoosier fans — law students included — are among the most passionate in college sports. Take in a game: football, baseball, basketball, soccer. There’s no “off” season at Indiana.
ON-CAMPUS CULTURE AND RECREATION With one of the nation’s top music schools, and outstanding programs in fine arts, theatre, and drama, Indiana University arts and entertainment opportunities include a constant calendar of performances. Central to the Bloomington campus, the Indiana University Memorial Union features bowling, movies, and concerts.
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BLOOMINGTON AFTER DARK
Baier Hall / 211 S. Indiana Ave. Bloomington, IN 47405-7001
CLASS OF 2019 PREVIEW
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