Omega Law Group Community Growth Scholarship – $2500 – June 15, 2026
Students looking to apply for the Omega Law Group 2026 Community Growth Scholarship can create either a traditional written essay or a video essay addressing the essay topic below. Upon completing that essay, the firm requires students to:
- Complete the application form on Omega Law Group’s website
- Upload a link to their video essay or scholarship essay
Students should double-check their applications to ensure that they have all of their application materials included in their packet. The scholarship selection committee will not consider applications submitted without all essential materials.
Full instructions can be found at: Community Growth Scholarship | Omega Law Group
Marcus W. Viles Community Growth Scholarship – $2500 – Deadline: June 15, 2026
Eligibility Requirements
In order to qualify for the Marcus W. Viles Community Growth Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Attend or be accepted to attend an accredited college, university, or graduate school in the United States
- Have a GPA of at least 3.0
- Have legal residency or citizenship in the U.S.
- Adhere to all the terms and conditions of this scholarship
- Submit proof of enrollment, personal identification, and additional required documents via the form on this page
- Author an original 1,000-word essay on the topic provided below
The following people are ineligible to apply for this scholarship.
- Employees of Viles & Beckman, LLC and/or Viles & Beckman Foundation, Inc.
- Children of Viles & Beckman, LLC and/or Viles & Beckman Foundation, Inc. employees
- Applicants unwilling to be interviewed by representatives of Viles & Beckman Foundation, Inc. upon winning the award
- Applicants who have submitted the same essay or for multiple years in a row or for multiple scholarships
- Previous winners of the Marcus W. Viles Community Growth Scholarship
Scholarship Essay Topic
Please write an original, 1,000-word essay on the following topic.
What does your community mean to you? Discuss your commitment to both your school and the larger community. Provide examples of ways that you have benefited from and helped enrich the communities in which you are involved. This can include helping those who are injured or in need of assistance, volunteer work, tutoring, etc.
Scholarship Deadline
The deadline to apply is June 15, 2026.
Full details and application are available at: Marcus W. Viles Community Growth Scholarship | Viles & Beckman, LLC | $2,500 Award
Summer 2026 Tuition & Financial Aid
The Business Office has received inquiries about the amount of tuition, when tuition is due for the summer 2026 semester, and when financial aid checks are to be distributed. Please find the relevant information below:
Summer 2026 tuition and fees for the various programs are:
Summer Session I
- Full time- $14,554 plus $75 SBA fees plus $30 Law Study Activity fees
- Flex time- $9,703 plus $75 SBA fees plus $30 Law Study Activity fees
Summer Session II
Entered Fall 2025/Spring 2025
- Full time- $14,130 plus $75 SBA fees plus $30 Law Study Activity fees
- Flex time- $9,420 plus $75 SBA fees plus $30 Law Study Activity fees
Entered Fall 2024
- 3L Full time- $13,586 plus $75 SBA fees plus $30 Law Study Activity fees
- 3L Flex time- $9,058 plus $75 SBA fees plus $30 Law Study Activity fees
Entered Fall 2023 & prior
- 4L Full time- $13,990 plus $75 SBA fees plus $30 Law Study Activity fees
- 4L Flex time- $9,201 plus $75 SBA fees plus $30 Law Study Activity fees
Other Programs:
- LLM Elder Law- $1,463/credit hour plus $50 tech fee
- LLM Advocacy- $1,339/credit hour plus $50 tech fee
- International LLM- $13,990 (Fees $75 SBA / $30 Activity)
The Book Store will open book advances starting 05/16/26-06/06/26. If you have any questions, please contact the Book Store at [email protected] or (727) 562-7806.
Tuition and fees have been posted to your student account based on your current registration. To review your charges and view any payments/financial aid received:
- Log into your MyStetson account
- Click on ‘Student Dashboard’
- Click on ‘Student Account’
- Click on ‘Account Summary’
Summer Tuition is due by Monday, June 15,2026.
Any student who has not paid the balance on their student account or has not made financial arrangements with the Business Office will be charged a late fee of $200.
Methods of acceptable payment are cash, check, money order, credit card or E-check.
Please make checks payable to:
Stetson University College of Law
1401 61st Street South
Gulfport, FL 33707
Attn.: Business Office
If method of payment is credit card or E-checks, this must be paid through the student payment portal at https://www.stetson.edu/forms/law/student-accounts/payment/
As a condition of using your credit card, a non-refundable convenience fee equal to 2.55% of the payment will be charged. E-checks do not incur convenience fees.
If the amount of your financial aid is in excess of the amount of your tuition and fees, you will receive a refund for the difference to cover your living expenses.
Session I refunds will be available for pickup if by check on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. If your refund is direct deposited, it will be processed late afternoon on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
Session II refunds will be available for pickup if by check on Friday, June 12, 2026. If your refund is direct deposited, it will be processed late afternoon on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Deadline to apply for Direct Deposit for summer financial aid refunds is May 26, 2026.
Florida Virtual School Paid Internship Opportunity
Internship Support Representative Student Intern
Position General Summary:
This is an intern position to help the student learn the responsibilities at FLVS under the supervision of the designated supervisor. This is a part-time, temporary position.
Essential Position Functions:
- Assist with department functions as needed under the direction of the supervisor
- Contribute to the overall functionality of the department and assist staff with office and facility tasks as necessary
- Provide a high level of customer service
- Hold all work-related information in the strictest confidence; any breach in confidence may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination
- Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrates respect for others
Please see the below link for more information:
https://flvs.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/FLVS_Jobs/details/Internship-Support-Representative-Student-Intern_R9366?source=careers-header
The latest issue of Stetson Law Review
Volume 55, number 4 of Stetson Law Review is now published and available to read online. This issue features scholarship from the journal’s 2026 local government articles and digests. We are proud to share this publication with you, and we look forward to the conversation it inspires. You can read the full issue here: https://stetsonlawreview.org/print/
The Portal is now Open. Renew your ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Modifications for the Summer 2026
The portal is now open to renew ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Testing Modifications for the Summer 2026 term.
The deadline to submit or renew non-exam ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Testing Modifications for Summer 2026 is June 19th, 2026. Any Summer submissions received during the university closure from end of day on Thursday, May 19th to when we reopen on Tuesday, May 26th will be reviewed and processed upon our return.
All students who have previously received ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Testing Modifications at Stetson College of Law must renew their accommodation requests for every fall and spring semester, summer session and study abroad programs in which you are enrolled.
All semester renewal requests for accommodations or modifications must be requested through the Accommodate Student Portal .
Please follow all the steps found on Stetson Law’s Accessibility Resources web page. The accommodations listed in the BLUE BOX are what you are ELIGIBLE TO RENEW for the current term. If you need additional or different accommodations, please email [email protected]. You will receive an email confirming a successful submission for the Accessibility Resource team to review and process for approval in the current term. If you do not receive a confirmation email, the steps have not been completed, and you need to try again.
If your classes change after you have submitted your request for accommodations renewal, please email [email protected] to notify what classes have changed.
All first-time requests need to register with our office via the Accommodate Public Registration Form found on Stetson Law’s Accessibility Resources web page. If you need assistance, please email [email protected].
The latest issue of Stetson Law Review
Volume 55, number 4 of Stetson Law Review is now published and available to read online. This issue features scholarship from the journal’s 2026 local government articles and digests. We are proud to share this publication with you, and we look forward to the conversation it inspires. You can read the full issue here: https://stetsonlawreview.org/print/
Congratulations Participants in the Spring 2026 Gunn Appellate Practice First-Year Appellate Advocacy Competition
Congratulations to the participants in, and the winners of, the Spring 2026 Gunn Appellate Practice First-Year Appellate Advocacy Competition. After exams were over and the Trial Team and Law Review tryouts had begun, these students dusted off their R&W II oral arguments to present in front of attorneys. This semester’s competition was split over two nights (Monday and Tuesday), and the competition was held on Zoom.
Please join me in congratulating all the students on their hard work and extraordinary performances.
Best Oralist:
Monday: Tied—Alan Levy and Victor Iheuwa
Tuesday: Helen Grace White
Runner-up Best Oralist:
Monday: Tied—Camila Navas and Sophie Arlosoroff
Tuesday: Reagan Labiak
Third Place:
Tuesday: Audrey Hamilton
Participants and Round Winners:
Monday:
- Round 1: Andrea Ticsa v. Sasha Mincey (round winner)
- Round 2 Sophie Arlosoroff (round winner) v. Morgan Rawlins
- Round 3: Victor Iheuwa (round winner) v. Mia Bostic
- Round 4: Alan Levy (round winner) v. Camila Navas
Tuesday:
- Round 1: Helen Grace White (round winner) v. Julian Kasky
- Round 2: Joshua Redmond v. Reagan Labiak (round winner)
- Round 3: Jonathan Hammond v. Megan McEnery (round winner)
- Round 4: Macy Vestal v. Audrey Hamilton (round winner)
The First-Year Appellate Advocacy Competition has been an R&W II tradition for almost 30 years, and this spring’s competition would not have been possible without the support of our competition sponsor, Tracy Gunn. Tracy is a 1993 graduate of the College of Law, is a member of our Board of Overseers, and has an appellate practice firm in Tampa.
A special thanks goes to the judges who shared their time and expertise with the students. On Monday evening, thank you to Caitlein Jammo (chief judge), Nancy Eriksen, Eddie Hong, and Hoyt Prindle, III. And on Tuesday evening, thank you to Audrey Gangloff (chief judge), Sam Hart, and Marian Monforte.
After rounds of arguments in which the judges were asking up to 12 or 15 questions in an 8- to 10-minute argument, the judges spent time providing feedback and advice. But bottom line, the judges were very impressed. This elite group of students took an opportunity to continue to develop their advocacy skills by participating in a competition held, for some, a month after their last oral argument. The judges were really impressed by all the arguments.
Congratulations, everyone!
Professor Bowman
RMD Law 2026 Scholarship Opportunity – $2500 – Deadline: December 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
- Award Amount: $2,500
- Submission Deadline: December 30, 2026
- Winner Announced: January 15, 2027
Eligibility Requirements
To apply, students must meet the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled in a U.S. college, university, or trade school OR
graduating from high school in calendar year 2026 - Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Follow us on social media to see announcement of the winner
- Submit all required materials before the December 30, 2026 deadline
More information is available at: Scholarship – RMD Law Personal Injury Attorneys
Jacobs Law Clinic Newsletter – Advocacy in Action
The Portal is now Open. Renew your ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Modifications for the Summer 2026
The portal is now open to renew ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Testing Modifications for the Summer 2026 term.
The deadline to submit or renew non-exam ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Testing Modifications for Summer 2026 is June 19th, 2026. Any Summer submissions received during the university closure from end of day on Thursday, May 19th to when we reopen on Tuesday, May 26th will be reviewed and processed upon our return.
All students who have previously received ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Testing Modifications at Stetson College of Law must renew their accommodation requests for every fall and spring semester, summer session and study abroad programs in which you are enrolled.
All semester renewal requests for accommodations or modifications must be requested through the Accommodate Student Portal .
Please follow all the steps found on Stetson Law’s Accessibility Resources web page. The accommodations listed in the BLUE BOX are what you are ELIGIBLE TO RENEW for the current term. If you need additional or different accommodations, please email [email protected]. You will receive an email confirming a successful submission for the Accessibility Resource team to review and process for approval in the current term. If you do not receive a confirmation email, the steps have not been completed, and you need to try again.
If your classes change after you have submitted your request for accommodations renewal, please email [email protected] to notify what classes have changed.
All first-time requests need to register with our office via the Accommodate Public Registration Form found on Stetson Law’s Accessibility Resources web page. If you need assistance, please email [email protected].
Facilities Maintenance Updates
Once graduation concludes, we will be moving forward with several campus updates and renovations. Beginning on May 18, flat roof replacements will take place above Advocacy. This project is expected to last approximately 4–6 weeks. Equipment and dumpsters will be staged in the south horseshoe and south library parking. Also starting May 18, renovations to Classroom A will begin. This project is scheduled for completion by June 22. There will be a dumpster in the parking lot by Public Safety for this project. Moving forward, classroom renovations will continue each year until all classrooms have been updated. Yutzy Tree will be trimming trees across campus, the library, parking lots and Rosa the week of May 18th as well. You will see areas roped off on different days to allow them access. These areas will include parking along 62nd Street S, the east and west parking lots along 15th Avenue S, and the north and south parking lots of the library. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact
Invitation to NPLA’s Summer 2026 Virtual Job Fair
NPLA would like to invite Stetson to participate in our Summer 2026 Virtual Job Fair, which will take place June 29–July 1. We would be extremely grateful if you could share this opportunity with your students.
NPLA’s job fair has quickly become a meaningful national hiring pipeline for plaintiff-side employers. Last year’s virtual fair brought together 859 participating law students and recent graduates and 57 participating plaintiff-side employers. This summer’s fair is specifically designed for firms hiring 2L summer positions for Summer 2027 and post-graduate opportunities.
We are excited that a strong group of firms—diverse in size, practice areas, and geography—has already signed on to participate this year, including:
- Berger Montague
- Gibbs Mura
- Hagens Berman
- Motley Rice
- Singleton Schreiber
- Kaplan Fox
- Robbins Geller
- Kline & Specter
- Wigdor
- Merson Law
- Morgan & Morgan
- Podhurst Orseck
- Walkup Melodia Kelly & Schoenberger
- Spiros Law
- ASK LLP
- Tittle & Perlmuter
- Wisner Baum
- Slater Slater Schulman
- Horn Williamson
Here is the student registration link for the job fair. We would love to have Stetson students participate.
Perez Mayoral Trailblazer Scholarship – $1000 – Deadline: October 31, 2026
Perez Mayoral, P.A. has announced their 2026 Trailblazer Scholarship. The scholarship applicant must demonstrate a commitment to community advocacy. Applicants should describe in their essay their past achievements in community advocacy, their current educational pursuits, and how they aim to contribute to community advocacy in their future careers.
All eligible candidates must be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above.
Essay Questions
Answer ONE of the following questions in an essay of 1,000 words or less:
- What experiences have inspired you to pursue a career or activity in community advocacy?
- How do you plan to use your education to advocate for community rights?
- Describe your ultimate career or advocacy goals and how you envision making an impact in your community.
Application Materials
- Updated resume
- Essay, 1,000-word maximum. See essay questions above.
- Current unofficial transcript
Submission Deadline: October 31, 2026
Award Announcement: 2026
Scholarship Amount: $1,000
All application materials must be submitted by the above date to [email protected]
If you have any questions, please do not call the office, but submit them to the above email.
More information: Perez Mayoral Trailblazer Scholarship | Perez Mayoral, P.A.
PAID FELLOWSHIP
Stetson University College of Law and the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay formed a partnership in 2019— The Alliance for Advocacy and Philanthropy (“The Alliance”) — to benefit the Tampa Bay area. As part of the collaboration, the Alliance offers paid fellowships to Stetson Law students. We are currently looking for students to serve as fellows in the Fall 2026 semester. Students chosen for this fellowship may work virtually, at Community Foundation of Tampa Bay’s Gulfport campus, or at one of their offices in downtown St. Petersburg or Tampa. Through this paid fellowship, students will work approximately 13-15 hours per week for approximately 10- 12 weeks.
As a Community Fellow, you will gain an in-depth understanding of community philanthropy and have hands-on opportunities to work with nonprofit organizations. You will be introduced to nonprofit board governance, the grantmaking process, donor development, and funding agreements. In addition, you will receive considerable exposure to how grants are evaluated and sustained; and you may also be called upon to analyze data to support nonprofit organizational needs and to assess programmatic outcomes.
If you are interested in applying for one of these paid fellowships in the upcoming Fall 2026 semester please submit your resume and a cover letter to Professor Scully and Jesse Coraggio, Vice President of the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay at [email protected] no later than May 15th. Please indicate in your cover letter why you are interested in this position and what skills you currently possess that you think will be an asset to The Alliance.
The finalists for this fellowship will be notified no later than May 22nd of their status and will be invited to virtually interview with the Alliance at a date convenient to the student. Students chosen to be Fellows will begin work in late August or early September.
For more information about the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay please see About | Community Foundation of Tampa Bay (cftampabay.org)
Establishment of the Future of AI at Stetson University Task Force
Dear Members of the Stetson Community: Stetson University recognizes the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) across academia, industry, and society. To proactively address both the opportunities and challenges associated with this rapidly evolving technology, the University has established the Future of AI at Stetson University Task Force. The Task Force brings together faculty, staff, and student representatives from diverse disciplines to evaluate how AI can be integrated responsibly into teaching, research, and campus life. The Task Force is charged with developing recommendations to guide Stetson University’s responsible, secure, and mission-aligned adoption of AI in teaching, learning, research, administration, and campus operations. In support of this charge, the Task Force will (1) assess current AI use and institutional readiness; (2) identify strategic opportunities, constraints, and risks; and (3) propose governance, policy, training, and investment priorities that position Stetson for leadership in AI education and ethical, secure practice. The Task Force will share periodic updates with the Stetson community throughout its work and will also invite input at key milestones. Additional details will be communicated as they become available. The membership of this committee includes:
• Katy Webb (Co-chair)
• Jose Bernier (Co-chair)
• Chris Jiminez (Faculty Senate)
• Jason Palmer (College of Law)
• Vikram Ahmed
• Jeremy French
• Gary Sipe
• Prerana Reddy
• Lisa Marchi
• Erin Doggette
• Harry Price
• Student representative from SGA
If you have questions about the current guidelines for Generative AI use that were developed by the first AI Task Force, they can be found at this link. Sincerely, Katy Webb and Jose Bernier On behalf of the Future of AI at Stetson University Task Force
PAID FELLOWSHIP
Stetson University College of Law and the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay formed a partnership in 2019— The Alliance for Advocacy and Philanthropy (“The Alliance”) — to benefit the Tampa Bay area. As part of the collaboration, the Alliance offers paid fellowships to Stetson Law students. We are currently looking for students to serve as fellows in the Fall 2026 semester. Students chosen for this fellowship may work virtually, at Community Foundation of Tampa Bay’s Gulfport campus, or at one of their offices in downtown St. Petersburg or Tampa. Through this paid fellowship, students will work approximately 13-15 hours per week for approximately 10- 12 weeks.
As a Community Fellow, you will gain an in-depth understanding of community philanthropy and have hands-on opportunities to work with nonprofit organizations. You will be introduced to nonprofit board governance, the grantmaking process, donor development, and funding agreements. In addition, you will receive considerable exposure to how grants are evaluated and sustained; and you may also be called upon to analyze data to support nonprofit organizational needs and to assess programmatic outcomes.
If you are interested in applying for one of these paid fellowships in the upcoming Fall 2026 semester please submit your resume and a cover letter to Professor Scully and Jesse Coraggio, Vice President of the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay at [email protected] no later than May 15th. Please indicate in your cover letter why you are interested in this position and what skills you currently possess that you think will be an asset to The Alliance.
The finalists for this fellowship will be notified no later than May 22nd of their status and will be invited to virtually interview with the Alliance at a date convenient to the student. Students chosen to be Fellows will begin work in late August or early September.
For more information about the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay please see About | Community Foundation of Tampa Bay (cftampabay.org)
The Portal is now Open. Renew your ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Modifications for the Summer of 2026
The portal is now open to renew ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Testing Modifications for the Summer 2026 term.
The deadline to submit or renew non-exam ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Testing Modifications for Summer 2026 is June 19th, 2026. Any Summer submissions received during the university closure from end of day on Thursday, May 19th to when we reopen on Tuesday, May 26th will be reviewed and processed upon our return.
All students who have previously received ADA Accommodations and/or ESL Testing Modifications at Stetson College of Law must renew their accommodation requests for every fall and spring semester, summer session and study abroad programs in which you are enrolled.
All semester renewal requests for accommodations or modifications must be requested through the Accommodate Student Portal .
Please follow all the steps found on Stetson Law’s Accessibility Resources web page. The accommodations listed in the BLUE BOX are what you are ELIGIBLE TO RENEW for the current term. If you need additional or different accommodations, please email [email protected]. You will receive an email confirming a successful submission for the Accessibility Resource team to review and process for approval in the current term. If you do not receive a confirmation email, the steps have not been completed, and you need to try again.
If your classes change after you have submitted your request for accommodations renewal, please email [email protected] to notify what classes have changed.
All first-time requests need to register with our office via the Accommodate Public Registration Form found on Stetson Law’s Accessibility Resources web page. If you need assistance, please email [email protected].
PAID FELLOWSHIP
Stetson University College of Law and the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay formed a partnership in 2019— The Alliance for Advocacy and Philanthropy (“The Alliance”) — to benefit the Tampa Bay area. As part of the collaboration, the Alliance offers paid fellowships to Stetson Law students. We are currently looking for students to serve as fellows in the Fall 2026 semester. Students chosen for this fellowship may work virtually, at Community Foundation of Tampa Bay’s Gulfport campus, or at one of their offices in downtown St. Petersburg or Tampa. Through this paid fellowship, students will work approximately 13-15 hours per week for approximately 10- 12 weeks.
As a Community Fellow, you will gain an in-depth understanding of community philanthropy and have hands-on opportunities to work with nonprofit organizations. You will be introduced to nonprofit board governance, the grantmaking process, donor development, and funding agreements. In addition, you will receive considerable exposure to how grants are evaluated and sustained; and you may also be called upon to analyze data to support nonprofit organizational needs and to assess programmatic outcomes.
If you are interested in applying for one of these paid fellowships in the upcoming Fall 2026 semester please submit your resume and a cover letter to Professor Scully and Jesse Coraggio, Vice President of the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay at [email protected] no later than May 15th. Please indicate in your cover letter why you are interested in this position and what skills you currently possess that you think will be an asset to The Alliance.
The finalists for this fellowship will be notified no later than May 22nd of their status and will be invited to virtually interview with the Alliance at a date convenient to the student. Students chosen to be Fellows will begin work in late August or early September.
For more information about the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay please see About | Community Foundation of Tampa Bay (cftampabay.org)
Fall Teaching Assistant Needed
Prof. Cerniglia seeks an upper-level student for a Fall teaching assistant. The student should have successfully completed professional responsibility with high marks and preferably someone who participated in a clinic or externship. The student will assist the professor with weekly teaching modules related to both professional responsibility and some experiential coursework. The student should be able to proficiently work with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Google documents and cloud-based document sharing. The position will require a maximum of ten hours a week, but some weeks may only require less. If interested, please email Prof. Cerniglia directly a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing how this position will assist you in your professional development. (Email:[email protected])
PAID FELLOWSHIP
Stetson University College of Law and the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay formed a partnership in 2019— The Alliance for Advocacy and Philanthropy (“The Alliance”) — to benefit the Tampa Bay area. As part of the collaboration, the Alliance offers paid fellowships to Stetson Law students. We are currently looking for students to serve as fellows in the Fall 2026 semester. Students chosen for this fellowship may work virtually, at Community Foundation of Tampa Bay’s Gulfport campus, or at one of their offices in downtown St. Petersburg or Tampa. Through this paid fellowship, students will work approximately 13-15 hours per week for approximately 10- 12 weeks.
As a Community Fellow, you will gain an in-depth understanding of community philanthropy and have hands-on opportunities to work with nonprofit organizations. You will be introduced to nonprofit board governance, the grantmaking process, donor development, and funding agreements. In addition, you will receive considerable exposure to how grants are evaluated and sustained; and you may also be called upon to analyze data to support nonprofit organizational needs and to assess programmatic outcomes.
If you are interested in applying for one of these paid fellowships in the upcoming Fall 2026 semester please submit your resume and a cover letter to Professor Scully and Jesse Coraggio, Vice President of the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay at [email protected] no later than May 15th. Please indicate in your cover letter why you are interested in this position and what skills you currently possess that you think will be an asset to The Alliance.
The finalists for this fellowship will be notified no later than May 22nd of their status and will be invited to virtually interview with the Alliance at a date convenient to the student. Students chosen to be Fellows will begin work in late August or early September.
For more information about the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay please see About | Community Foundation of Tampa Bay (cftampabay.org)
National Asian Pacific American Bar Association Law Foundation Scholarships
SAIL SCHOLARSHIP
The SAIL Scholarship is a scholarship awarded to an individual who will be a 2L student starting in the 2026 Fall Semester (current 1L students should apply) who has outstanding professional promise and leadership potential. Applicants will be evaluated for (a) academic excellence in their undergraduate school years and first year of law school, (b) leadership experience, (c) volunteerism or service in the public interest, (d) knowledge of social and cultural issues of any one or more AAPI communities or commitment to making a significant impact on issues affecting one or more AAPI communities, or both, and (e) commitment to “pay it forward.” The SAIL Scholarship is made possible due to the generosity of Sharon and Ivan Fong.
Award Amount: $7,500 split equally over 2 years. The first disbursement will be in August of the second year of law school. Subject to the Scholar’s continued (i) strong academic performance and good character; and (ii) dedication to the concepts set forth in scholarship, the second disbursement will be in August of the third year of law school.
Deadline: June 30, 2026 – 5:00 pm ET. Students can learn more and apply here.
NAPABA CONVENTION
The National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) will hold its 2026 Convention in Los Angeles from November 12-14. The NAPABA Convention is one of the largest annual gatherings of attorneys, judges, law professors, and law students, bringing meaningful insights, networking opportunities, and perspective to the legal community. The NAPABA Convention provides a unique opportunity for law schools and programs to meet with their alumni, students and staff already in attendance. Please consider hosting a reception or breakfast through NAPABA.
Hosting your event with NAPABA offers several benefits:
- Meet with NAPABA attendees within the official Convention hotels.
- Inclusion on the official Convention agenda and marketing materials.
- Waived food & beverage minimums and room rental fees (an administrative fee will apply based on estimated attendance).
Pathways to Justice Academy – a Youth Civic Engagement Program
The Pathway to Justice Academy is a free weeklong hybrid learning experience that teaches students how to empower themselves and others to become catalysts for positive social change through civic education and advocacy. The program takes place from July 13 to July 17. Students will engage with law faculty, staff, law students, attorneys, and judges in the local community. Please feel free to share this opportunity with your local networks.
You may find more information about the program and a link to apply here: https://www.stetson.edu/law/admissions/pathways-to-justice-academy.php
PAID FELLOWSHIP
Stetson University College of Law and the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay formed a partnership in 2019— The Alliance for Advocacy and Philanthropy (“The Alliance”) — to benefit the Tampa Bay area. As part of the collaboration, the Alliance offers paid fellowships to Stetson Law students. We are currently looking for students to serve as fellows in the Fall 2026 semester. Students chosen for this fellowship may work virtually, at Community Foundation of Tampa Bay’s Gulfport campus, or at one of their offices in downtown St. Petersburg or Tampa. Through this paid fellowship, students will work approximately 13-15 hours per week for approximately 10- 12 weeks.
As a Community Fellow, you will gain an in-depth understanding of community philanthropy and have hands-on opportunities to work with nonprofit organizations. You will be introduced to nonprofit board governance, the grantmaking process, donor development, and funding agreements. In addition, you will receive considerable exposure to how grants are evaluated and sustained; and you may also be called upon to analyze data to support nonprofit organizational needs and to assess programmatic outcomes.
If you are interested in applying for one of these paid fellowships in the upcoming Fall 2026 semester please submit your resume and a cover letter to Professor Scully and Jesse Coraggio, Vice President of the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay at [email protected] no later than May 15th. Please indicate in your cover letter why you are interested in this position and what skills you currently possess that you think will be an asset to The Alliance.
The finalists for this fellowship will be notified no later than May 22nd of their status and will be invited to virtually interview with the Alliance at a date convenient to the student. Students chosen to be Fellows will begin work in late August or early September.
For more information about the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay please see About | Community Foundation of Tampa Bay (cftampabay.org)
Chattahoochee Injury Law Roots of Responsibility Scholarship – $1000 – Deadline: August 31, 2026
Eligibility Criteria
This scholarship is open to any student who is currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, graduate, or professional program in the United States. This includes accredited community college students as well as high school seniors and students who possess a GED who have been accepted to or are enrolled in an accredited program.
The scholarship applicant must demonstrate their commitment to promoting responsibility, accountability, and the prevention of avoidable harm in their essay.
All eligible candidates must be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Essay Questions
Respond to the following questions in an essay of 1,000 words or less:
- How can individuals and organizations better uphold their responsibilities to prevent avoidable injuries?
- Can you describe a situation that shaped your understanding of accountability and its impact on others?
- How will your education help you promote responsible decision-making in your future career or community involvement?
Required Application Materials
- Current resume
- Essay: 1,000-word maximum
- Current, unofficial transcript
Submission Deadline
All application materials must be submitted by: August 31, 2026
Scholarship Announcement
The winner of the scholarship will be announced: September 2026
Application Instructions
Scholarship applicants must submit all application materials by email to: [email protected]
If you have questions, please do not contact the office, but email the above address.
Chattahoochee Injury Law Roots of Responsibility Scholarship – Chattahoochee Injury Law




