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The University of Wisconsin–Madison occupies ancestral Ho-Chunk land, a place their nation has called Teejop (day-JOPE) since
time immemorial. In an 1832 treaty, the Ho-Chunk were forced to cede this territory. Decades of ethnic cleansing followed when both the federal and state government repeatedly, but unsuccessfully, sought to forcibly remove the Ho-Chunk from Wisconsin. This history of colonization informs our shared future of collaboration and innovation. Today, UW–Madison respects the inherent sovereignty of the Ho-Chunk Nation, along with the eleven other First Nations of Wisconsin.
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Call for Solidarity, Support, and Action
By now, you’ve likely heard about a circulating social media video of an extremely racist rant by an individual in our community. Much attention has been given to what actions can or cannot be taken against the individuals who said and encouraged these terrible things. This is necessary, and people need to be held accountable for their words and actions. Right now, it’s important that we turn our care and attention to those who continue to be most impacted by racism, to those who have been hurt by this video, and to what people can do to be allies in response to hate.
Read our full statement here.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health Awareness Month was established in the United States in 1949 by the National Association for Mental Health, now known as the Mental Health America organization, to promote awareness and educate the public on the importance mental health and wellness, to celebrate mental illness recovery, and to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness.
As we consider and promote mental health awareness month, it's critical to also consider how racism and bias may shape the way mental health care is structured, provided, and experienced. Change is needed and possible!
Readings + Resources: Decolonizing Mental Health
By Jackie Menjivar
Drs. Dan and Rebecca Crawford Foster believe no identity of self can exist without a social context. They embrace Native belief in the relational circle to help people heal so they can be part of a joyful community bond.
Dr. Vivian Jackson believes having diverse practitioners doesn't solve disparity in mental healthcare - services have to be in spaces where they’re well received.
Muslims don't often seek mental healthcare because of the dearth of services integrating faith-based concepts. Dr. Hooman Keshavarzi’s Khalil Center provides an oasis that is a confluence of psychiatry and the Islamic faith.
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Center for Pre-Law Advising Events
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Tuesdays, May 23 - June 20, 2023 | 5:30 - 6:30PM via Zoom
The LSAT workshop uses real worked examples to teach high yield strategies for the exam, tips for reviewing and learning from your practice tests, as well as how to structure a self study plan. This workshop series is best for students who are earlier on in their LSAT prep process and are planning to test in August 2023 or later.
The LSAT Workshop Series costs $100. Scholarships are also available for students with financial need. Book purchase is not required. Materials, recordings, homework, additional asynchronous lessons, and resources will be available via Canvas. Registration
is required.
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May 31, 2023 | 2:00PM ET / 1:00PM CT via Zoom
Interested in a specific topic of study or want to learn more about fields within International Affairs? Hear from a few schools that offer topic-focused grad school programs in a more intimate setting.
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July 8-9, 2023 | 11:30AM - 7:00PM
Meet prospective law schools and professionals in the legal field at the 2nd Annual Break Into Law Conference, a free and virtual conference with a mission to help BIPOC, first-generation, and other marginalized students & professionals break into the legal field.
A Law School Fair with a variety of law schools interested in meeting with students will take place on Saturday of the conference weekend. Virtual exhibitor booths will give students the opportunity to meet one-on-one and message admissions officers at schools that they’re interested in learning more about.
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Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
The Certificate in Social Justice and Education aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of the social inequities that shape education and how broader society has responded to these inequities. This certificate is intended to prepare UW-Madison students to critically analyze the role of education policies and practices in relation to broader social inequalities and social justice efforts.
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Applications Close May 31st
The undergraduate certificate in Public Policy allows undergraduate students to apply a policy perspective to their major course of study and bolsters their skills for success in the workforce or in their graduate school coursework. Students build a strong foundation for careers in government, nonprofit organizations, or the private sector.
The certificate in Health Policy is an interdisciplinary program, welcoming majors across UW-Madison. Coursework includes an introduction to health policy, analytic skills for health policy, a specialization course from a variety of options across campus, and applied fieldwork experience.
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Applications due Friday, May 19th
This no-cost program is designed to equip high potential undergraduate students from underrepresented communities with the skills necessary to excel in the law school admissions process, while also introducing students to current law students, lawyers and faculty members at UC Davis School of Law.
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Applications due Sunday, May 21st
Applications are open for the 2023 U.S. Congress/Republic of Korea National Assembly Exchange Program, a joint summer exchange program combining professional meetings, briefings from government officials & private sector specialists, peer interaction, and cultural activities.
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Applications due Saturday, July 1st
The Junior Deferral Program (JDP) is an excellent option for students who know they want to go to law school but want to explore other professional, educational, or service opportunities first. Through JDP, undergraduate students in junior standing (or the international equivalent) can apply to HLS as long as they are scheduled to complete all required coursework and graduate the following year. Register
for an upcoming information session on May 24th.
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Academic Coaching and Tutoring Services (ACTS)
Part-time | $15/hr | Flexible hours, including night and weekends
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Center for First Year Experience & UW Housing
Volunteer Opportunity
Badger Buddies are enthusiastic campus leaders that will welcome all new students to UW-Madison this fall by assisting with the move-in process and joining them at Wisconsin Welcome events. This is a low-commitment, 2-week volunteer position which starts during move-in and ends the first week of classes.
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Conservation Law Foundation - Boston, MA
Full-time | Base salary $52,000
Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is seeking a full-time Paralegal for the Clean Air and Water team working to protect New England’s environment for all people. The Paralegal will provide crucial legal administrative support to the team. The position is based in CLF’s Boston office with some opportunity for remote work and will support attorneys working on environmental cases throughout New England.
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Public Integrity Bureau - New York City, NY
Full-time | Annual salary $57,420 + $3,026 in location pay | Apply by June 9th
The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Public Integrity Bureau (PIB) is seeking talented applicants who are committed to public service for a full-time, entry-level Legal Support Analyst (LSA) position in the New York City office. The LSA will be a part of project-specific teams comprised of attorneys and investigators conducting confidential criminal investigations and will assist with the prosecution of criminal defendants.
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CPLA offers a mix of in-person and remote appointments so that you can meet with an advisor in a way that best fits your schedule. Current students schedule appointments via Starfish. Since alumni no longer have access to Starfish, email information@prelaw.wisc.edu and the CPLA team will help you set up an appointment.
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The CPLA inbox, information@prelaw.wisc.edu, is monitored by our advisors daily. If you have a quick question, no need to schedule a full-length appointment! Just send us an email and we'll get back to you soon as we can.
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Middleton Building Suite 205
1305 Linden Drive
Madison, WI 53706
(608) 263-6614
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