8:00 8:30 Welcome & Check-in for LL.M.s, Dean Vischer, Associate Dean Nichols, Prof. Kahn, Don Zhou, and Scott Swanson

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1 2016 FIRST WEEK PROGRAM SCHEDULE LL.M. in U.S. Law Students Monday, August 22, :00 8:30 Welcome & Check-in for LL.M.s, Dean Vischer, Associate Dean Nichols, Prof. Kahn, Don Zhou, and Scott Swanson 8:30 9:00 Continental Breakfast with Staff and Faculty 9:00 9:05 Convening of the Program and Speaker Introductions Dean Robert K. Vischer 9:05 9:35 Presentation of the New Students, Cari Haaland, Assistant Dean for Admissions & International Programs Welcome to the St. Thomas School of Law Community & Our Mission and Vision, Dean Robert K. Vischer 9:35 9:40 Welcome to the St. Thomas Law Student Body St. Thomas Law Student Government President, Erin Larsgaard, 3L 9:40 9:50 St. Thomas Law Worship and Spiritual Growth Opportunities, Prof. Susan Stabile, Director, Office for Spirituality 9:50 10:05 Law Student Ethical Conduct, Joel Nichols, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs 10:05 10:15 Break 10:15 11:50 International Student & Scholars Orientation Immigration check-in, overview on essential matters, the University and School of Law, U.S. culture MSL 334 Presenter: Miho Patani, International Students & Scholars Office ( ***MUST bring your passport and I-20*** Page 1 of 7

2 12:00 12:30 Optional: Mass Optional: Lectio Divina A time honored method of praying with scripture. 12:30 1:20 Luncheon for New Students with Faculty & Dean Introductions Chapel MSL 324 1:20 1:30 Break **Lunch is provided (free)** 1:30 2:25 Mandatory Law Library and Technology Training with Megan McNevin; Research Librarian, Valerie Aggerbeck, Research Librarian, Nick Farris, Research Librarian, Don Zhou, Director of Law School and Law Library Technology, Brandon Rosco, Academic Technology Consultant, and Helen Ebert, Director of Communications. *** Bring your laptop, ipad, or tablet with to this training*** 2:30 3:30 Class with Professor Robert Kahn: Lawyering Skills for 3:30 4:00 Mandatory Training: Title IX, Disability Accommodations, Public Safety and Registration, with Director of Student Life, Nicole Jackson; Law Registrar Jill Akervik; and, Public Safety. Page 2 of 7

3 Tuesday, August 23, :00 9:00 Coffee, Rolls and Mingling with Faculty, Staff, and New Students This is a casual, come-and-go event that is optional for you to attend. 11:00 12:00 Optional: Law Library and Technology Assistance Get one on one assistance from the Law Library and Technology staff with setting up passwords, printing, and other technology needs for getting off to a great start in your law school journey 12:00 12:30 Optional: Mass Optional: Scripture Study 12:30 1:45 Lunch with J.D. Student Mentors Come have lunch (free) with the J.D. Student Mentors. Meet all of the J.D. Student Mentors, as well as the student mentor that you have been paired with. We will talk about the Peer Mentor program and social opportunities. Bring questions that you d like to know more about as you embark upon your St. Thomas Law journey. Table 2 nd Floor, Skyway Level Chapel MSL 324 Terrance Murphy Hall (TMH) 252 2:00 4:00 Academic Success Program with Scott Swanson MSL 446 4:30 5:15 Optional: Family and Friends Tour of the Law School Please register on or before 8/15/2016 at Meet in 5:15 6:00 Optional: Panel Presentation: Surviving Law School for Spouses, Significant Others and Parents Please register on or before 8/15/2016 at Frey Courtroom Page 3 of 7

4 Wednesday, August 24, :00 11:55 Break 12:00 12:30 Optional: Mass Optional: Weekly Manna a weekly program of reflection and discussion for all denominations. 12:30 1:50 Fostering Inclusive Communities as Law Students and Legal Professionals, presented by Artika R. Tyner, Ed.D., M.P.P., J.D., Associate Vice President for Diversity & Inclusion, University of St. Thomas Chapel MSL 458 1:50 2:00 Break **Lunch is provided (free)** Sponsored by the Office of Student Life and the Holloran Center for Ethical Leadership in the Profession 2:00 4:00 Academic Success Program with Scott Swanson MSL 446 Page 4 of 7

5 Thursday, August 25, :45 8:45 Tuberculosis (TB) screening, Mary Beth Cotton, Health Services MSL 242 **TB screening is REQUIRED for all international students 11:00 12:00 Tuberculosis (TB) screening (for anyone unable to complete testing during earlier time slot), Mary Beth Cotton, Health Services MSL :15 12:00 Optional: Mid-Day Reflection with Fr. Dan Griffith: Discerning Your Gifts for Service and Fulfillment 12:00 12:30 Optional: Mass Chapel 12:30 1:30 New Student Picnic Lunch & Table Time Come have State Fair style lunch (free) and meet representatives from St. Thomas offices and School of Law student organizations St. Thomas Offices Include: University President, Dr. Sullivan, University Provost, Dr. Plumb, and University VP for Mission, Fr. Snyder Business Office Counseling and Psychological Services Diversity & Inclusion Office Health Services International Students & Scholars Law Library Mentor Externship Minnesota Justice Foundation Office of Career and Professional Development Public Safety Public Service Board 2:00 4:00 Academic Success Program with Scott Swanson MSL 446 Page 5 of 7

6 Friday, August 26, :00 11:55 Tour of Law Library Law Library Entrance, 2nd Floor 12:00 12:30 Optional: Mass Chapel 12:30 1:30 Optional Program (lunch provided): A Whole New World: Success Strategies for Your Transition to Law School, hosted by the Pursuit of Happiness Club. Come enjoy a free lunch while learning about stress management methods, academic performance insights, and resources available to all law students. ***Please register by noon on 8/15/2016 at for this lunch*** 1:30 3:30 Academic Success Program with Scott Swanson MSL 446 4:00 Optional: Minnesota State Fair To reserve your free ticket and buy an extra for a guest ($10), please visit on or before 8/15/2016. Page 6 of 7

7 Monday, August 29, :30 1:25 International Students Meeting with Professor Rob Kahn and Noah Huisman, 3L member of International Student Academic Team MSL 235 **Lunch provided** Tuesday, December 6, :00 2:00 p.m. Travel Signature Session If you are traveling outside the U.S. during winter break, make sure to stop by and get your I-20 signed by the Office of International Students & Scholars (ISS). This is required in order to re-enter the U.S. if your last signature is more than 6 months old. MSL 125 Tuesday, February 14, :45 9:30 a.m. OPT Session Come to this session and get all of your questions answered in order to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT). OPT allows you to work in the U.S. for up to 12 months after graduation in your field of study, but it takes 3 months for your application to be processed with Department of Homeland Security. Bring all of the required documents as can be seen on the ISS website and meet with an ISS advisor so you can apply during this session, which will save you a trip to the St. Paul campus. TBD Page 7 of 7