Summer Clinic & Externship Applications Open February 10th
2025-02-10

LIVE: U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Oral Argument
2025-02-10 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | The Great Hall, Gulfport
Join us in the Great Hall to watch a live oral argument! The U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims is an Article 1 federal appellate court that reviews decisions from the Board of Veterans’ Appeals, a part of the VA. This is a rare opportunity, and we hope you can make it!
The argument will be followed by a short Q&A session with the judges and counsel.
If you plan to attend, please be in your seats before 12:00, as the doors will close and the argument will begin promptly at that time.

Edward and Bonnie Foreman Biodiversity Lecture - Florida Springs: From Geography to Politics to Restoration
2025-02-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Mann Lounge, 1401 61st St S, Gulfport, FL, 33707
The Institute for Biodiversity Law and Policy welcomes Dr. Christopher F. Meindl to speak about his recent book on Florida Springs at the first Biodiversity Lecture of the 2025 spring semester.
Dr. Meindl will discuss the complex geography, history, science, and politics of Florida Springs including more recent efforts to restore these treasures of the Florida landscape.
Lunch will be served.
Register to attend here: https://forms.office.com/r/E5Zi7V6BMn

Dogs & Dogs
2025-02-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Center for Elder Justice Patio
Dogs and Dogs is a fun lunch event where students can bring their own dogs, enjoy a hot dog, and learn more about the Elder Law concentration.

Open Forum with the ABA Site Team
2025-02-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Mann Lounge, 1401 61st St S, Gulfport, FL, United States
Students,
The ABA wants to hear from you! There will be an Open Forum with the ABA site team on Monday at 4:30 p.m. in the Mann Lounge. Please stop by if you can.

Random Acts of KINDness Week (February 17-21)
2025-02-18 08:00 - 2025-02-21 16:00 | People Operations Conference Room/ Great Hall foyer/ Banyan Courtyard
Join us to give a little extra love and kindness during the Random Acts of KINDness Week. Check out our events below:
Tuesday – Friday (February 18-21): Sign the OurKINDofStetson Banner in the foyer between Great Hall and Mann Lounge. Pick up Kindness* swag in the People Operations Conference Room.
Wednesday (February 19): Carnation Giveaway from 11 am – 1 pm in the foyer between Great Hall and Mann Lounge.
Friday (February 21): Group picture with Kindness T-shirt at 11:30 am at the Banyan Courtyard.
*T-shirt is first come first serve

Stetson University Spring Expo
2025-02-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Stetson University, DeLand, FL

Flagler College Career & Graduate School Expo
2025-02-26 11:00 - 15:00 | Ringhaver Student Center, St. Augustine, FL

Clinical Education Lunch & Learn!
2025-02-26 12:00 - 12:50 | Classroom F, Gulfport

Rethinking Stetson's Values - A Deliberative Dialogue
2025-03-04 14:30 - 16:30 | The Great Hall, Gulfport
Join us as our entire Stetson Law community – students, faculty, staff, and alumni – come together to collaboratively discuss and reimagine Stetson’s core values, using an innovative approach known as Deliberative Polling. We want to hear from you! Share your voice by participating in this interactive deliberative poll either online or in person. All students, faculty, and staff are invited. Food and beverages will be provided for those in person. Students participating in-person or online will be eligible for exciting prizes! The largest prizes will go to students who participate in person.

Wellness Squad Bi-Weekly Pickle Ball Game
2025-03-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Pickle Ball Court on Campus by Staff/Faculty Parking
The Wellness Squad invites you to come play with us next Tuesday, March 4th for our Bi-weekly Pickle Ball Game! We have paddles, all we need is players! We will meet on the courts at 5 pm.

Mandatory Information Sessions for Prospective Ambassadors
2025-03-05 08:00 - 2025-03-06 17:00 | Online
1Ls and 2Ls – Want to be a Stetson Law Ambassador? Attend one of two Mandatory Information Sessions!
If you want to attend the Wednesday, March 5th session from 5-6 pm, you can RSVP at this link: https://stetson.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11080376
If you want to attend the Thursday, March 6th session from 12-1 pm, you can RSVP at this link: https://stetson.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11080345
Make sure you look at the details on Engage, which explain what to do if you can’t attend one of the meetings!

TIAA Lunch and Learn - Steps to Help Secure Your Income in Retirement - Mid Career Check -In
2025-03-05 12:05 - 12:55 | Classroom A, Gulfport, United States
The financial knowledge to help plan for whatever life brings. TIAA has experience helping people save and invest since 1918.We’re proud to share that knowledge with you.
TIAA Financial Consultant, Kimya Kamran will be onsite at Stetson
University – College of Law – Gulfport for the Lunch and learn session:
Topic: Steps to Help Secure Your Income in Retirement a Mid-Career Check-in
Date & Time: March 12th, 2025, 12:05 PM- 12:55 PM
Location: Classroom A
To RSVP, use this link: https://forms.office.com/r/09AXX8u3gJ

Clemson University Law Fair
2025-03-06 09:00 - 15:30 | Clemson University, Clemson, SC

Southwest University of Political Science and Law Lecture on China's Reproduction System from the Perspective of Gender Equity
2025-03-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Classroom D
Join us as we welcome the Southwest University of Political Science and Law from Chongqing, China as they present their lecture on China’s Reproduction System from the Perspective of Gender Equity with Guest Speakers: Professor Zhao Shukun, Director of Women’s Rights Center, Human Rights Institute at SWUPL and Professor Zhu Yuanqing, Deputy Director of Human Rights Institute at SWUPL.
All student, faculty and staff are welcome!!
Lunch will be provided!

Monthly Gulfport Beach Clean Up Hosted by Keep Pinellas Beautiful!
2025-03-08 09:00 - 11:00 | 5730 Shore Blvd S 5730 Shore Boulevard South Gulfport, FL 33707
Come out and join Keep Pinellas Beautiful and Gulfport Grassroots the second Saturday of every month as we work to keep Gulfport litter-free! We can’t wait to see you there!
WHERE TO MEET: We will meet at Gulfport Beach at Shelter #4 – 5730 Shore Blvd S, Gulfport, FL 33707
TIME: January – March cleanups will take place 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Please arrive a few minutes early to get signed in.
WHAT TO WEAR: Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection, and weather-appropriate clothing.
WHAT TO EXPECT: Cleanup supplies will be provided. A water refill station will be available, please bring a reusable water bottle. Volunteers are required to sign our waiver upon arrival.

Writing Process Workshop
2025-03-11 11:30 - 13:00
Are you overwhelmed about fulfilling your upper-level writing requirement and need help getting started? Are you currently writing an academic article and interested in getting published? Join Professors Adams, Clark, Podgor, and 3L student Elisabell Velasquez for an engaging panel discussion on how to select a topic, develop a thesis, and pursue publication. All students are encouraged to attend.

2025 Giving Challenge
2025-03-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Crummer Courtyard
Student Giving Challenge Event in Crummer Courtyard on March 12th from 12pm-1pm. Food, SWAG, and a special Dean Event will take place for all student givers.

NBLSA PreLaw Symposium
2025-03-14 14:30 - 16:30 | Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway, Atlanta, GA

Fall Clinic & Externship Applications Open March 17th
2025-03-17

Disaster Resilience Symposium
2025-03-18 - 2025-03-19
Equal Justice Works’ 2025 Disaster Resilience Symposium is cohosted by the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Disaster Response and Preparedness and the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Disaster Legal Services and accommodated by Stetson University College of Law.
The 2025 Disaster Resilience Symposium invites you to join us for a forward-looking exploration of resilience in the face of disasters. This symposium, held in Gulfport, Florida, offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the lessons learned from past disasters, including the pivotal 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Through dynamic keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and collaborative discussions, participants will delve into the latest trends and best practices in disaster response, preparedness, and recovery. The event will bring together legal, academic, and community voices instrumental in disaster law and the resilience movement. Our goal is to redefine resilience by centering equity, justice, and community empowerment in our collective efforts to build more resilient societies. Together, we will chart a path forward towards a future where all communities are equipped to withstand and thrive in the face of adversity.
Registration to attend the Symposium is $75 for attendees. This event will offer numerous opportunities for networking, community building, as well as workshops. CLE credit will be available, and recordings of the substantive sessions will be made available after the program. Currently enrolled law students may register to attend at no cost. If you are a Stetson Law student interested in attending this event, please directly email Kaylie Murphy at kjmurphy@law.stetson.edu.

Leadership Academy Intensive in Chicago
2025-03-21 08:00 - 2025-03-22 17:00 | Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in Chicago
Calling all law students – our next Leadership Academy Intensive is taking place on March 21-22, 2025 at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in Chicago!
This inspiring 2-day conference will feature incredible speakers, leadership skill-building, and the chance to network with other students. Applications close on February 9, 2025. We hope to see you there!
E-mail ada@law.stetson.edu should you need ADA accommodations for this program.

https://msjdorg.lpages.co/leadership-academy-intensive/

2025 Career Fair
2025-03-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Great Hall
We have over 50 employers registered to attend with representative participation from big law, small firms, boutique practices, government agencies and public interest/legal aid organizations. These employers are looking for post-graduate attorneys, summer associates, school year clerks, and a chance to get to know you!
Here are some essential items to know:
Stetson Law Career Fair
March 25, 2025
11:00am – 2:00pm
Great Hall and Mann Lounge
Registration
If you have not yet registered, there is still time! The fair is open to ALL Stetson students: 1L, 2L, 3L and part-timers, whether you have a job and/or are looking. Register Here
Parking
We have more than fifty employers registered to participate on Tuesday, March 25, between 11 and 2 p.m. Parking on campus that day may be challenging at times, so plan accordingly; share rides, Uber, take advantage of a friend’s driveway hospitality, or walk to campus if any of those options are available to you.
Dress
We recommend professional/business dress for the Fair. If you are more comfortable in business casual, dress accordingly rather than stay away. Even if you are not seeking employment right now, this is a great chance to network, locate a mentor, meet new friends, ask your questions, explore possibilities, and broadly experience the community of local lawyers and employers you want to be a part of. They are here to meet you.
Resumes
If you haven’t updated your resume and your LinkedIn profile, now’s a good time to do that! We recommend you print and bring copies of your current resume with you, though it is not required. Review the templates and standards for resumes located in the document library on Symplicity, and we’d be happy to review your resume in time for use at the Career Fair, if you email it to career@law.stetson.edu or to a member of the Career Development Team by Friday, March 21.
Find a list of Employers participating in the Career Fair HERE
We look forward to seeing you at the Career Fair!

ANNUAL WM. REECE SMITH, JR. BANQUET and the DISTINGUISHED LECTURE featuring Janice Wesley Kelsey
2025-03-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Great Hall
Janice Kelsey grew up in Birmingham, Alabama at the height of segregation, attending an all-black school and church. Kelsey grew to understand the inequities between her school and the nearby white schools and decided to march in the Children’s Crusade in 1963. She went on to get a Masters and Educational Specialist Degrees in Counseling from the University of Alabama. After years as a teacher, counselor and principal, she retired from the Birmingham Board of Education. She is now an independent educational consultant, working with the African American Studies program at UAB, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, and United Way of Central Alabama.
In 1963, 16-year-old Janice Wesley made a decision that had a profound effect on her future. She decided to risk it all and go to jail by becoming a foot soldier in the Birmingham, Alabama Children’s Crusade to protest the racial segregation that prevailed in her city and throughout the South. She tells the story of her arrest in I Woke Up with My Mind on Freedom and goes on to describe her role in the new South as an educator and administrator.

Federal Judges Association - Stetson Law Clerkship Chat
2025-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual, United States
A Judicial Clerkship serves as the capstone experience to your legal education – these opportunities require careful planning and informed decision-making in their pursuit. You now have an opportunity to hear directly from sitting judges on what they ask their clerks to do, how to apply for positions, and the keys to interview strategy
The Federal Judges Association is hosting a Clerkship Chat, exclusive to Stetson and featuring The Hon. Mary Scriven, and the Hon. Christopher Tuite of the US Middle District of Florida (Tampa), and the Hon. Grace Robson of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida, Tampa. The panel chat and Q&A will be moderated by the Hon. Robin Rosenbaum of the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.
This program affords a rare view into the judicial clerkship experience and application – we hope to have you join us.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting
https://stetson-edu.zoom.us/j/93760967124?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 937 6096 7124
Passcode: [REDACTED]
RSVP here and submit questions: https://forms.office.com/r/gy0j1u4cYJ
Contact Ryan Hoyle, Senior Associate Director, Office of Career and Professional Development with questions
rhoyle1@law.stetson.ed

State of Sports Powered by Stetson EASL & Profluence
2025-03-26 17:00 - 20:30 | Mann Lounge, Gulfport campus
Join Stetson’s EASL and Profluence Sports for an exclusive evening exploring the evolution of sports from youth to professional levels and the shifting legal landscape as athletes become more commercialized.
This high-impact panel discussion will take place Wednesday, March 26th at Stetson University College of Law, and will feature industry leaders, including:
• Dustin Drees, Weatherford Capital
• Patrick Murphy, Vinik Sports Group- Chief Legal Counsel
• Matt Joyce, Pro Athlete Community (PAC)
• Nicholas Lord, CEO of NOCAP Sports
• Mike Milliron, Chief Operating Officer, IMG Academy Campus
Following the panel, enjoy networking with top professionals in sports and business while participating in a silent auction with all proceeds benefiting Stetson’s Entertainment and Sports Law Society.
This free event is an invaluable opportunity for anyone working in sports or looking to gain insider knowledge.
RSVP on Engage Required – Limited spots available. Secure Your Spot Today!

Diversity Week
2025-03-31 08:30 - 2025-04-04 17:00 | Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport
Celebrate Diversity Week with us! This entire week, we’re hosting a series of exciting events to celebrate and embrace our community. There’s something for everyone to enjoy and participate in! Check out the full calendar and all event details on Engage. Don’t miss out on the fun – join us in making this week memorable!

DIVERSITY WEEK: Elder Law Society x LAMBDA Gen Silent Movie Screening
2025-03-31 11:30 - 13:00 | Great Hall, Gulfport campus
Join ELS and Lambda for a special screening of Gen Silent, a powerful documentary exploring the intersection of aging and the LGBTQ+ community. After the film, stay for an engaging discussion to dive deeper into the themes presented.
The movie will begin shortly after 11:30 AM to give ample time for the movie and discussion afterwards.
We will have pizza, popcorn, and soda!
Please RSVP on Engage
Food served at student organization events is for students who attend the entire program.
E-mail ada@law.stetson.edu should you need ADA accommodations for this program.

Diversity Week - Roller Skating Fundraiser at Astro Skate Pinellas Park
2025-03-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Astro Skate, 10001 66th St N, Pinellas Park, FL, 33782, United States
Join us as we kick off Diversity Week with our Roller Skating Fundraiser at Astro Skate Pinellas Park! Tickets will sell at $10 and proceeds will go to the local Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast and Tampa Bay.
If you cannot attend but wish to make a donation, use this link to submit your generous contribution: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/boys-and-girls-clubs-of-the-suncoast-inc/diversity-week
Please RSVP on Engage
Food served at student organization events is for students who attend the entire program.
E-mail ada@law.stetson.edu should you need ADA accommodations for this program.

Privacy Law Speaker Event
2025-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Classroom A, Gulfport, United States
You’re Invited: Privacy Law Speaker Event
Join DAPLO and CAS for an insightful discussion on careers in Privacy Law, with a special focus on opportunities with social media companies. Whether you’re curious about data protection, compliance, or the evolving landscape of online privacy, this is a great chance to learn from an industry expert.
📅 Date: Tuesday, April 1st
🕛 Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
🍽 Food will be provided!
Don’t miss this opportunity to network and gain valuable insights into this exciting and growing field. We look forward to seeing you there!
To encourage an open dialogue, photography and recording of any kind are strictly prohibited.
Please RSVP on Engage
Food served at student organization events is for students who attend the entire program.
E-mail ada@law.stetson.edu should you need ADA accommodations for this program.
