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🌟 SWIL Newsletter Week 10🌟

Welcome to the twentieth edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

Hi, SWIL 💕 Happy week 10! We hope to see you Wednesday at our study night! Scroll to the bottom for a surprise!

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

Finals week is approaching! Practicing self-care is just as important as your projects, essays, and exams. You got this!

Best, PR Commitee 

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ General Meeting Study Night ⭐

Wednesday, March 12th | 6PM | Storey House

Join SWIL for a study night this week! Whether you’re looking to grind through readings or just hang out and unwind, we’ve got you covered. We’ll provide the space and the snacks, you bring the focus or the fun!

📍 Storey House🕕 6PM

See you there! 💙⚖️

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Event: Democracy and Disagreement: Why African American Relative Disadvantage in U.S. Society Persists ⭐️

Tuesday, March 11th, 2025 | 3:00 – 4:50 PM | Cemex Auditorium

Joshua Cohen, distinguished senior fellow in law, philosophy, and political science at the University of California, Berkeley, and Glenn Loury, the Merton P. Stoltz Professor of the Social Sciences and professor of economics at Brown University, discuss the persistence of relative disadvantage for African Americans in U.S. society.

⭐️ Event: Women's History Month Panel ⭐️

Wednesday, March 1th, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Hartley Conference Room, Mitchell Earth Sciences

This engaging panel discussion will delve into the challenges and triumphs faced by women in academia and explore the vital role they play in shaping a sustainable future. The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Lupe Carrillo (Assistant Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion). Speakers include ​Dr. Ilenia Battiato (Associate Professor in the Energy Science & Engineering Department), ​Dr. Paula Welander (Associate Dean for Integrative Initiatives in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Professor of Earth System Science), and ​Dr. Jane Willenbring (Associate Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences). This will be a hybrid event with lunch provided to the first 35 participants.

⭐️ Opportunity: CDDRL Summer Undergraduate Research Assistant Program ⭐️

Due: Friday, March 14th, 2025 | APPLY

CDDRL is offering a 10-week, full-time (40 hours per week) summer research assistantship from June 23-August 29. This opportunity is ideal for undergraduates interested in the politics and economics of developing countries. Students will have the opportunity to interact with global leaders and democracy activists as well as CDDRL/FSI faculty, scholars, and the larger research community. Students receive a base stipend of $8,000 with the possibility of additional funding.

⭐️ Opportunity: Stanford Health Policy Undergraduate Research Fellowships ⭐️

Due: Sunday, March 16th, 2025 | APPLY

This paid, in-person internship allows Stanford undergrads to spend the summer collaborating on faculty research projects pursuing answers to compelling and impactful health policy questions, globally or closer to home. Current Stanford first-year students, sophomores, and juniors may apply; no prior experience is required. Students receive up to a $10,800 stipend for a full 12 weeks of work.

⭐️ Opportunity: ASURPS 2025 ⭐️

Due: Monday, March 31st, 2025 | INFO | APPLY

Held over Admit Weekend (Saturday, April 26, 9-11am), the April Symposium of Undergraduate Research & Public Service (ASURPS) is an opportunity for students to present research, arts, senior synthesis, and public service projects to the broader university community.

⭐️ Opportunity: United Nations Summer Study ⭐️

Due: Monday, March 31st, 2025 | APPLY

The UNSS program, offered by The New School’s Julien J. Studley Graduate Program in International Affairs, provides knowledge and skills for understanding the United Nations system, and offers preparation for careers in international affairs, including inter- and non-governmental organizations, governments, think tanks, and journalism. Thematics span security, development, human rights, humanitarian action, peacekeeping and peacebuilding, and environmental and reform issues.

Surprise! ⭐️ ⭐️ If you have been attending SWIL events and/or general meetings, please click here! ⭐️ ⭐️

Check out our newsletter from last week for more opportunities

🪩 STAY POSTED 🪩

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

 

🌟 SWIL Newsletter Week 9 🌟

Welcome to the nineteenth edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

Hi, SWIL 💕 Happy week nine! Thanks to those who joined us at our general meeting last week for our Write&Rights Workshop and our final LSAT prep session!

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

Week 9 is here, and finals loom as we enter the final stretch of the quarter. We’ve come a long way, balancing rigorous coursework, supportive discussions, and personal growth. With spring on the horizon, we have something fresh and bright to anticipate. Each challenge has tested and strengthened our resilience. Let’s keep pushing, rely on one another, and finish strong. As we near the end, we celebrate how far we’ve come and look ahead with optimism for what’s next.

Love, Social Justice Committee

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ SWIL Movie Night: “On the Basis of Sex”⭐

Friday, March 7th | 5PM | Location will be announced!

Join Community Development for a special screening of On the Basis of Sex, the inspiring film about Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s early legal career and fight for gender equality. Come for the movie, stay for great conversation and community! See you there! 🍿⚖️

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Event: Career Conversation – Ann Marie Ursini ⭐️

Monday, March 3rd, 2025 | 3:30 – 4:30 PM | Suite 30, Encina Hall Central

This event features Ann Marie Ursini, an attorney who worked at the International Criminal Court and is currently doing Syrian war crimes prosecutions in the U.S. Department of Justice.

⭐️ Event: Columbia Law LEAD Information Session – Columbia Law Admissions Officers ⭐️

Tuesday, March 4th, 2025 | 3:00 PM | Virtual

Learn about the Leadership Experience Admission Deferral (LEAD) program from Columbia Law School admissions officers. This event offers interested students the opportunity to learn about how to apply, components of the application, and application deadlines. This is a virtual program and will not be recorded.

⭐️ Event: Land Power: Who Has It, Who Doesn't, and How That Shapes the Fate of Societies – Michael Albertus ⭐️

Thursday, March 6th, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:15 PM | Virtual | INFO

This event features Michael Albertus, a Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago. His newest book, Land Power, shows that choices about who owns the land have locked in poverty, sexism, racism, and climate crisis, and that what we do with the land today can change our collective fate.

⭐️ Event: Civic Salons: Economic Inequality – Jennifer Burns ⭐️

Thursday, March 6th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM | Soto Dorm

This civic salon welcomes Jennifer Burns, a Stanford Associate Professor of History and an advisor to the Stanford Humanities Center Workshop in Religion, Politics, and Culture. Burns is a historian of the 20th century U.S. working at the intersection of intellectual, political, and cultural history.

⭐️ Opportunity: Stanford Journal of International Affairs Art Contest ⭐️

Due: Monday, March 10th, 2025 | APPLY

The Stanford Journal of International Affairs seeks stunning work for the inside cover and beginning pages of the journal. Artwork should reflect global, political, or cultural themes. There is a preference for horizontal formal and warm color tones. The winner will receive a Prismacolor pencils set or Winsor & Newton paint set, along with a printed edition of the journal.

Check out our newsletter from last week for more opportunities!

🪩 STAY POSTED 🪩

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

 

🌟 SWIL Newsletter Week 8 🌟

Welcome to the eighteenth edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

 

Hi, SWIL 💕 We wish you a productive week eight! Thank you to all who joined us last week at Navigating Law at its Intersections and our LSAT bootcamp. We love seeing our members!

🌸 Click here to view our social calendar, which is updated regularly with upcoming events! 🌸

Also… click here to VOTE for our MERCH!! 👀 👀

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

We’re nearing the end of winter quarter so take this as a reminder to continue to prioritize your mental and physical health. Sleep and rest are so important! Time to recharge is essential, especially when exams and papers are constant. Take time to yourself or to relax with friends. Break is coming sooner than you think. We’re almost to spring 🌷!!

Love, Mentorship Committee

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ General Meeting + Write&Rights Workshop ⭐

Wednesday, February 26th | 6PM | Storey Lounge

Social Justice is partnering with our friends at Write&Right, an org that is part of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Brown University, to bring SWIL a letter-writing workshop at our general meeting! Can’t wait to see you there!

📅 Wednesday, February 26th🕛 6 PM📍 Storey Lounge

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⭐️ LSAT BOOT CAMP PART 3: Half Practice Exam & Answers⭐

Saturday, March 1st | 12 PM | WCC Lounge

Sharpen your skills with real LSAT questions and strategies! Whether you're prepping for test day or just getting started, this session will help you level up. We will be focusing on taking half of a practice exam + reviewing the answers! 💪📖

📅 Saturday, March 1st🕛 12 PM📍 WCC Lounge

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Event: Civic Salons: Responding to Injustice – Pamela Karlan ⭐️

Thursday, February 27th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM | Otero Dorm

This civic salon features Pamela Karlan, a Stanford Professor of Public Interest Law and the co-director of the Stanford Supreme Court Litigation Clinic. Karlan served as a commissioner on the California Fair Political Practices Commission.

⭐️ Opportunity: The Dr. George Rosenkranz Prize ⭐️

Due: February 28th, 2025 | INFO

The 2025 Dr. George Rosenkranz Prize will be awarded to a Stanford researcher doing innovative work to improve health in low-income or middle-income countries. The prize is a stipend of $100,000 awarded over a two-year period and a seat at the table for events like the Rosenkranz Global Health Policy Symposium.

⭐️ Event: “Bridge the Bay” Conference & Mixer ⭐️

Friday, March 1st, 2025 | 1:00 – 6:00 PM | UC Berkeley Campus, W. Pauley Ballroom | INFO

Join the Stanford Political Union and Berkeley, SJSU, and St. Mary’s College to discuss the most important political issues today.

⭐️ Opportunity: The Morris B. Abram Fellowship ⭐️

Due: Wednesday, March 1st, 2025 | APPLY

UN Watch is a non-governmental organization that monitors the performance of the United Nations according to the yardstick of its Charter, defends universal human rights, and advocates for victims of the world’s worst dictatorships. UN Watch is currently accepting applications for the Morris B. Abram Fellowship, a one-year, full-time, salaried fellowship.

🪩 STAY POSTED 🪩

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

🌟 SWIL Newsletter Week 7 🌟 

Welcome to the seventeenth edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

 

Hi, SWIL 💕 Happy week seven, we hope you enjoyed your long weekend! Thank you to all who joined us at the amazing events last week! We wish you a wonderful week, updates are below!

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

Midterms are behind us, but the quarter isn’t slowing down just yet. This is the in-between—the brief exhale before the final push. Take a moment to breathe, reset, and find your footing. Things might be picking up again, but so are you. As always, take it day by day, step by step. It’s so easy to get overwhelmed – stay grounded in your ability and hard work.

Love, Nabikshya & the Speaker and Alumni Relations Team

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ Speaker event: Navigating Law at its Intersections⭐

Thursday, February 20th | 5 PM | Hewlett 103

Join us for a conversation with Stephannie Chen, JD/MBA Student at Stanford Law School & Graduate School of Business, and Olivia Martin, Knight-Hennessy Scholar pursuing a JD at Stanford Law School & PhD in Economics, who will discuss their unique paths and experiences!

Whether you’re interested in legal academia, interdisciplinary career paths, or making an impact beyond traditional legal practice, this event is for you! Don’t miss the chance to connect with fellow women in law and gain valuable perspectives from accomplished Stanford grad students.

📅 Thursday, February 20th🕛 5 - 6 PM📍 Hewlett 103

💡 Come curious, leave inspired! See you there!

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⭐️ LSAT BOOT CAMP: Practice Problems + Extension⭐

Saturday, February 22nd | 12 PM | WCC Lounge

Sharpen your skills with real LSAT questions and strategies! Whether you're prepping for test day or just getting started, this session will help you level up. Practice strategies and problems will be led by core members of the Community Development team! 💪📖

📅 Saturday, February 22nd🕛 12 PM📍 WCC Lounge

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⭐️ General Meeting + Write&Rights Workshop ⭐

Wednesday, February 26th | 6PM | Storey Lounge

Looking ahead to next week, Social Justice will feature a Write&Rights workshop at our general meeting! More info in the next newsletter!

📅 Wednesday, February 26th🕛 6 PM📍 Storey Lounge

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Opportunity: Winter Career Fair ⭐️

Wednesday, February 19th, 2025 | Tresidder Memorial Union | INFO

Stanford University 2025 Winter Virtual Career Fair provides opportunities to learn about both internships and full-time roles. This fair will be held on the Handshake platform and allows for connections with employers who may not be able to travel to Stanford. Employer information is updated up to the day of the fair - be sure to check frequently.

⭐️ Event: Trump Executive Orders and the Rule of Law ⭐️

Thursday, February 20th, 2025 | 12:45 - 2:00pm | SLS Room 290 | Register

Join for a discussion of recent Trump administration executive orders and their legal challenges. A panel of SLS experts will explore key constitutional questions raised by cases that are currently moving through the federal courts. Registration for this event is required.

⭐️ Publius Symposium with Judge David Tatel: Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice ⭐️

Thursday, February 20th, 2025 | 5pm - 7:30pm | Paul Brest Hall | Register

Judge David Tatel will discuss his memoir Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice, which explores his commitment to equal access to justice and levels critique at the current Supreme Court and the threat it poses to American democracy.

⭐️ Speaker: Emilee Chapman – Civic Salons: Constitutions ⭐️

Thursday, February 20th, 2025 | 6 – 8:00pm | Larkin Dorm

Emilee Chapman is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Stanford. Chapman’s research examines the distinctive value of voting in contemporary democratic practice, and its significance for electoral reform and the ethics of participation. In this lecture, Chapman will speak about constitutions.

🪩 STAY POSTED 🪩

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

🌟 SWIL Newsletter Week 6 🌟

Welcome to the sixteenth edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

 

Hi, SWIL 💕 We are officially closer to the end of Winter than we are to the start! You are doing great and we are proud of you! We have some exciting events lined up for this week — check them out below ⬇️

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

This mid-quarter, I recently came up with an effective way of handling the academic load. As simple as it is, I believe that taking one thing at a time and focusing on the "now" has been so relieving and helpful. Remember everyone: take things easy and do one thing at a time. I hope this reminder helps others this quarter-- I know we're all working hard this Winter!

Love, Lorraine & Community Development Team

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ SWIL x San Francisco SafeHouse ⭐️

Monday, February 10th | 5:30 PM | Haas DK Room | RSVP

Join SWIL and San Francisco SafeHouse for an important discussion on supporting victims of domestic violence. Learn about the critical resources SafeHouse provides, legal advocacy in domestic violence cases, and volunteer opportunities for students who want to make a difference.

📍 Location: WCC Main Lounge📅 Date: Monday, February 10th, 2025🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM🍪 Snacks provided!

🔗 LAST DAY TO RSVP IS TODAY

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⭐️ SWIL x ACLU: Protect, Resist, Red Card Event ⭐️

Come make informational cards outlining the constitutional rights and protections we have for our beautiful community! Learn about the history of these red cards and take some home with you to give out to friends, family, and community members! 

📍 Location: 3rd Floor Old Union CIRCLE Seminar Room📅 Date: Tuesday, February 11th, 2025🕠 Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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⭐️ General Meeting: SWIL Speaker Event & Galentine’s Celebration!⭐

Wednesday, February 12th | 6 PM | Haas DK Room | RSVP

This week’s general meeting will take place in the DK room at Haas! Are you looking to explore family law, navigate the law school application process, and gain career insights from accomplished legal professionals? Join us at our general meeting for an engaging discussion with Elsa-Marie Medeiros and Michelle Human!

🌟 But that’s not all! After the speaker event, stick around for our Galentine’s Party, a perfect evening to celebrate friendships, empowerment, and all things law & love. 💕

📍 Location: Haas DK Room📅 Date: Wednesday, February 12th, 2025🕕 Time: 6:00 PM (Speaker Event during General Meeting, followed by Galentine’s Party)🍽 Dinner: Catered by Zareen’s!

🔗 RSVP: Here

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⭐️ LSAT BOOT CAMP PART 2: Practice Problems + Extension⭐

Saturday, February 8th | 12 PM | WCC Lounge

Feb 8th’s session got postponed to this upcoming Saturday! Sharpen your skills with real LSAT questions and strategies! Whether you're prepping for test day or just getting started, this session will help you level up. Don’t miss out! 💪📖

📅 Saturday, February 15th🕛 12 PM📍 WCC Lounge

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Speakers: Know Your Rights Week: The Future of Immigration Laws ⭐️

Monday, February 10th, 2025 | 1:00 - 2:00 pm | FLISC

The Future of Immigration Laws with Stanford Law School Professors: Come together with Derechos to discuss the potential impact of new executive orders and immigration laws on us and our communities. Main topics will include: birth rights citizenship, expedited removal, protocols at the border, and the Laken Riley Act.

⭐️ Opportunity: Human Rights Summer Fellowship 2025 ⭐️

Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 | APPLY

The Center for Human Rights and International Justice is pleased to offer their summer fellowship to support self-arranged student work in partnership with a relevant organization working towards human rights. Stipends up to $6,500 are available to students who commit to working full-time (35 hours/week) for a minimum of nine weeks either in the US or abroad during the summer quarter.

⭐️ Speaker: X Zhang – Why Military Retaliation Provokes Rather Than Deters ⭐️

Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:15 PM | William J. Perry Conference Room, Encina Hall | REGISTER | INFO

X Zhang is a predoctoral fellow at Stanford’s Center for International Security and Cooperation. Zhang argues that the desire for revenge, rather than deterrence concerns, shapes when individuals prefer military retaliation and why such actions provoke cyclical conflicts. Zhang tests the theory using a preregistered survey experiment in which China attempts to deter US intervention in a hypothetical Taiwan Strait crisis through retaliation.

⭐️ Speaker: Megan Bang – Research in the Real World ⭐️

Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:15 PM | CCSRE Conference Room, Building 360 | REGISTER | INFO

Megan Bang is a Northwestern University Professor of Learning Sciences. Bang works closely with Indigenous communities, broadly studying the dynamics of culture, learning and development. In this lecture, Bang speaks about research in the real world.

⭐️ Speaker: Harvard Junior Deferral Information Program ⭐️

Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 | 4:00 PM | Virtual | REGISTER

Harvard admissions invites students and alumni interested in law school to learn more about their Junior Deferral Program: how to apply, application components, and deadlines. This is a virtual program and will not be recorded.

⭐️ Speaker: Juan Pinzón – Geopolitics, National Security, and Organized Crime ⭐️

Thursday, February 13th, 2025 | 3:30 – 5:00 PM | William J. Perry Conference Room, Encina Hall | REGISTER | INFO

Juan Pinzón served as ambassador to the United States between 2021 and 2022 and the Chief of Staff to the President of Colombia from 2010 to 2011. In this talk, Pinzón will explore the intersections of geopolicies, national security, and organized crime in the context of a rapidly evolving global landscape. He will examine the shift toward global power competition, the growing influence of the Global South, and the implications for national security in areas such as geoeconomics, trade, and technological rivalry.

⭐️ Opportunity: Fisher Family Honors Program ⭐️

Friday, February 14th, 2025 | APPLY | INFO

The Center for Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law is currently accepting applications for the Fisher Family Honors Program for the 2025-26 academic year. Our interdisciplinary undergraduate honors program aims to provide an opportunity for rising seniors focusing on democracy, economic development, and rule of law (DDRL) subjects in any university department to earn honors in DDRL.

Check out our newsletter from last week for more opportunities!

🪩 STAY POSTED 🪩

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

🌟 SWIL Newsletter Week 5 🌟

Welcome to the fifteenth edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

 

Hi, SWIL 💕 Happy week five! Thank you to everyone who joined us at our general meeting last week, our SWIL sisters event, as well as our LSAT boot camp!

Did you miss the boot camp last week? No worries, there are still two more sessions happening over the next two weekends!

Looking for opportunities? Check out our website! and follow us on our new LinkedIn!

Below is a recap of our upcoming events and a few updates:

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

Week 5 is here, and the Public Interest Committee wishes you all the best of luck with midterms! We also want to take a moment to acknowledge the ongoing challenges in the United States under the new administration. As we continue to advocate for justice and equity, let’s remember the importance of standing in solidarity with all communities. No human is illegal on stolen land!

Love, Public Relations Committee

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ LSAT BOOT CAMP PART 2: Practice Problems + Extension⭐

Saturday, February 8th | 12 PM | WCC Lounge

Sharpen your skills with real LSAT questions and strategies! Whether you're prepping for test day or just getting started, this session will help you level up. Don’t miss out! 💪📖

📅 Saturday, February 8th🕛 12 PM📍 WCC Lounge

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Opportunity: Lise MacPhee Human Rights Fellowship in Latin America ⭐️

Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 | APPLY

The Lise MacPhee Human Rights Fellowship is a self-arranged internship meant to support Stanford students interested in working with human rights organizations in Latin America. The internship duration must be at least eight weeks full-time (35+ hours/week) in the summer.

⭐️ Opportunity: Winter Career Fair ⭐️

Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Tresidder Memorial Union | INFO

This fair provides opportunities to connect with employers seeking candidates for both full time and internship roles. Check-in at the CareerEd Info table to pick up a list of employers and their table numbers to help you navigate. Checking in also includes your resume in a resume book being sent to our featured employers! Don’t forget to make your Handshake profile and resume visible to employers before the career fair.

⭐️ Speaker: Gender and the 2024 U.S. Elections: Post-Inauguration Perspectives ⭐️

Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 | 5:00 PM | Terrace Room, Margaret Jacks Hall | INFO

Speakers will delve into the intersections of gender, race, religion, and policy in shaping contemporary political landscapes. Jennifer Burns traces the influence of alternative male-dominated intellectual spaces on American conservatism, while Eric McDaniel examines the political consequences of Black male disillusionment. Katie Gaddini unpacks misconceptions about Christian women who supported Trump, and Moira Donegan critiques the evolving strategy of the abortion rights movement post-2024 elections. Julien Fischer rounds out the evening by addressing modern-day sex panics and the cultural fixation on the “transgender menace.” Dinner will be provided.

⭐️ Speaker: Beatriz Magaloni – Special Winter Faculty Seminar Series: Research in the Real World ⭐️

Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM | CCSRE Conference Room, Building 360 | REGISTER | INFO

Beatriz Magaloni is a Professor of International Relations and Senior Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies at Stanford. Magaloni studies authoritarian politics, poverty alleviation, indigenous governance, and human rights. In this talk, Magaloni discusses research in the real world.

⭐️ Speaker: Jonathan Colmer – Income, Wealth, and Environmental Inequality in the United States ⭐️

Thursday, February 6th, 2025 | 1:15 – 2:30 PM | 262, Shriram Center | INFO

Jonathan Colmer is an Associate Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the University of Virginia and the Director of the Environmental Inequality Lab. In this talk, Colmer dissects the relationships between air pollution, income, wealth, and race. Using US tax returns and measures of air pollution, Colmer’s research finds that Black-White differences in income can explain approximately ten percent of the observed gap in air pollution levels in 2016.

⭐️ Speaker: Rose McDermott, Paul Slovic, Sharon Weiner – What Have Survey Experiments Taught Us About Decisions to Use Nuclear Weapons? ⭐️

Thursday, February 6th, 2025 | 3:30 – 5:00 PM | William J. Perry Conference Room, Encina Hall | REGISTER | INFO

This event brings together experts across Stanford to discuss how states around the world view the Russo-Ukrainian War and its potential resolution. Rose McDermott is a Professor of International Relations at Brown University. Paul Slovic is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Oregon. Sharon Weiner is an Associate Professor in International Service at American University.

⭐️ Speaker: Erika Andiola, Nicole Ramos, Dara Lind – What the 2024 Elections Mean for Immigration Advocacy and Reform ⭐️

Thursday, February 6th, 2025 | 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Humanities Center | INFO

This panel will analyze the potential impact of the 2024 presidential election on immigration policy and reform. Erika Andiola works at the Young Center to pressure US representatives to support undocumented immigrants. Nicole Ramos is a lawyer at Al Otro Lado taking the Trump and Biden administrations to court. Dara Lind is a journalist at the American Immigration Council who distills complex immigration ideas into news pieces for public consumption.

🪩 STAY POSTED 🪩

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

🌟 SWIL Newsletter Winter Week 4🌟

 

Hi, SWIL 💕 Welcome to week four! The second general meeting of the quarter is THIS WEDNESDAY @ 6 PM in Storey House lounge 💌 Thank you to all who joined us at Women Driving Tech Justice and our Dish Hike!

Below is a recap of our upcoming events and a few updates! 

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

With everything happening in the world, it is crucial to support your friends, family, and classmates, practice self-care, and stay informed. We are in this together.

Love, Public Relations Committee

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ General Meeting ⭐

Wednesday, January 29th | 6PM | STOREY LOUNGE

Join us for our second general meeting of the quarter! Social justice will be doing a teach in on current social issues! Join us to learn more! 

📅 When: Wednesday, January 29th

🕓 Time: 6PM

📍 Where: Storey lounge

⭐️ SWIL in Bloom! ⭐

Friday, January 31st | 3PM | RSVP for the location! 

SWIL Sister matches have been released! Come join SWIL on Friday at 3pm to meet your matches and make cute floral bouquets!! It’s the perfect way to brighten up your Friday! 🌷💖 Click here to RSVP! 

📅 When: Friday, January 31st

🕓 Time: 3PM

📍 Where: RSVP for location! 

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Opportunity: Volunteer with Asian Health Services! ⭐️

Email meishan@stanford.edu for more info / to volunteer! 

Asian Health Services, a local nonprofit based in Oakland, CA providing essential medical services for over 28,000 Medi-Cal and uninsured patients in the Bay Area, especially to those who do not speak English. In response to the recent executive orders signed by President Trump, medical nonprofits in the area need help to actively research the implications for health centers who serve immigrants and outreach to the public. This is an early-stage project the nonprofit is just launching and we are recruiting volunteers and potential leaders.

If you are interested in policy research, public outreach/education, connecting with local pro bono immigrant legal service providers, and/or leadership positions, please email me your resume and describe how you want to contribute. Commitments and responsibilities are detailed here. All work will be either on-campus or virtual.

⭐️ Opportunity: Resume Lab ⭐️

Monday, January 27th, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 12 PM | Room Student Services Building | INFO

Rather than focus on general tips in a facilitated workshop, students will work at their own pace and improve their existing resume with personalized feedback from our career coaches and their peers.

⭐️ Speaker: Andreas Wiedemann – How Electoral Realignment Changes Partisan Incentives to Provide Social Housing ⭐️

Tuesday, January 28th, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:15 PM | Reuben Hills Conference Room, Encina Hall | REGISTER | INFO

In this talk, Andreas Wiedemann will reveal how the partisan composition of city councils affects housing policies and permits for social housing. Wiedemann’s research finds that social housing residents have become economically marginalized and turned to far-right populist parties while social democratic voters have become more educated and likely to be homeowners. Wiedemann is an Assistant Professor of Politics and International Affairs at Princeton University.

⭐️ Speaker: Considering Law School? – Prelaw Advisors ⭐️

Wednesday, January 29th, 2025 | 12:00 PM | Virtual | REGISTER

Prelaw advisors Rebecca Curtin and Kathy Wright will offer advice and information to students and alumni who are thinking about attending law school. This is a virtual program and will not be recorded.

⭐️ Opportunity: Cardinal Quarter Writing Workshop with the Hume Center ⭐️

Thursday, January 30th, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM | DK Room, Haas Center | REGISTER | INFO

Join Hume Center Writing and Speaking staff for a lunch session of brainstorming and application response drafting. A great cure for writer’s block, this workshop will help you develop your ideas, a new set of writing tools, and the refined focus you need to complete your Cardinal Quarter summer fellowship applications before our February 4th deadline.

⭐️ Speaker: Branislav Jakovljevic – Civic Salons: Immigration ⭐️

Thursday, January 30th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM | Burbank Dorm | INFO

Branislav Jakovljevic is a Professor of Theater and Performance Studies at Stanford. Jakovljevic studies performance in the context of visual arts, literature, critical theory, and environmental justice.

⭐️ Speaker: Edward Walker – The Natural Gas Industry, the Republican Party, and Roadblocks to Sustainable Buildings ⭐️

Thursday, January 30th, 2025 | 1:15 – 2:30 PM | 300, Y2E2 Building | INFO

Edward Walker is a professor and Chair of the Department of Sociology at UCLA. In this lecture, Walker will investigate the timing, content, and partisan support of state-level laws preempting municipalities from restricting utilities such as natural gas. Walker will consider the broader implications of this research for supply-side decarbonization in a context of climate federalism under significant influence by fossil fuel industries and allied policymakers.

⭐️ Opportunity: Stanford Journal of International Affairs ⭐️

Friday, January 31st, 2025 | SUBMIT | INFO

The Stanford Journal of International Affairs is a student-run publication promoting awareness about global politics, transnational issues, and international culture. The journal is now accepting submissions from undergraduates for the Spring 2025 volume.

Check out our newsletter from last week for more opportunities!

🪩 STAY POSTED 🪩

Believe it, you are great.

With love, 

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

 

Winter Newsletter - Week 1

Hi, SWIL 💕 We hope the start of the quarter is treating you well, WELCOME BACK!! We are so excited about what this quarter has in store. Our first general meeting will be next week, we are still waiting on room confirmation but will send an announcement ASAP! 😚

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

In light of the new year, we encourage you to step into this chapter with an open heart and an open mind. Continue making choices with intention. You are destined for greatness.

Picture it, believe it, and achieve it.

You sooooo got it.

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

   

⭐️ Hot Cocoa Welcome ⭐️

Saturday, January 11th | 1:00 - 3:00 PM | Okada Lounge

SWIL and SPLS invite you to our hot cocoa welcome with cookies and marshmallows galore! Stop by between 1-3 pm this Saturday, Jan 11th, at Okada Lounge. We look forward to seeing you all there! We welcome any pre-law or pre-law-curious students to attend.

Feel free to email Lorraine (lcioffi@stanford.edu) and/or Claire (mylee63@stanford.edu) with any event-specific questions.

⭐️ First General Meeting ⭐️

Week 2 | Haas Center

More info is coming, I promise! We have a little surprise for you too 😉 Any guesses? More events will be announced at our meeting next week😊

   

SWIL’s OTHER EXCITING UPCOMING EVENTS! 💌

⭐️ Speaker: Rory Truex – Attitudes Towards China Among American Foreign Policy Elites ⭐️

Friday, January 10th, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:15 PM | Philippines Conference Room, Room C330, Encina Hall | REGISTER | INFO

Rory Truex, Associate Professor of Politics and International Affairs at Princeton University, will present his recent findings on the evolving perspectives of US foreign policy professionals toward China. Truex will discuss how his research reveals a spectrum of policy opinions, alongside a concerning trend of “groupthink” that often shifts discussions toward more hawkish stances.

   

⭐️ Speaker: Bianca Freeman – Entrusting the Lamb to the Wolf: Racism and International Intervention ⭐️

Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:15 PM | William J. Perry Conference Room, Encina Hall | REGISTER | INFO

Although the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) was designed to protect populations around the world from mass atrocity, it is selectively applied to societies outside of the North. Bianca Freeman is a 2024-2026 UC President’s Postdoctoral Fellow in the Travers Department of Political Science at UC Berkeley. Freeman contends that R2P betrays a racialized bias whereby the legal principle of sovereignty is transformed into a conditional privilege withheld from most non-European countries all else equal. Lunch provided.

   

EXCITING AND NEW SWIL OPPORTUNITIES!

⭐️ Lise MacPhee Human Rights Fellowship in Latin America ⭐️

Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 | APPLY

The Lise MacPhee Human Rights Fellowship was created in honor of Lise MacPhee ’19 whose profound empathy for others fueled an uncompromising commitment to human rights during her time at Stanford and beyond. This self-arranged internship is meant to support Stanford students interested in working with human rights organizations in Latin America, or organizations focused on human rights in that region. Internship duration must be at least 8 weeks full-time (35+ hours/week) in the summer.

   

⭐️ Opportunity: Human Rights Summer Fellowship 2025 ⭐️

Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 | APPLY

The Center for Human Rights and International Justice is pleased to offer their summer fellowship to support self-arranged student work in partnership with a relevant organization working towards human rights. Stipends up to $6,500 are available to students who commit to working full-time (35 hours/week) for a minimum of nine weeks either in the U.S. or abroad during the summer quarter.

🪩 STAY POSTED 🪩

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

🍨Welcome to the eighth edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

Hi, SWIL 💕 Happy week 8! Sending along a few updates for this week. Reminder, our fourth general meeting is next Monday, November 18th! Take a read below to find out our guests 🤗

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

As we near the finals of this autumn quarter, keep pushing forward—we are almost there! Take a moment each day to breathe and recharge; it's okay to pause amid the busy preparations and trust that your hard work is paying off with every step you take. Also, in light of the 2024 presidential election, always remember that your voice matters and has the power to drive change—so don't hesitate to join conversations and share your opinions. That being said stay focused and let's finish this quarter strong. You've got the strength and resilience to get through this—everything will be alright!

Love, Speaker and Alumni Relations

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ Study Par-tea with SWIL ⭐️

Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 | 8:30 PM | Storey House | RSVP

Come to Storey to study with your SWIL friends! If you know a SWIL member in your class, this is a great place to meet up. Or if you just want a chill place to do some work. 🌸 We'll provide tea and Antoine's Cookies! 🍪 RSVP here by Monday @ 11:59 PM ‼️

⭐️ Sign up for SWIL Sisters! ⭐️

Thursday, November 14th, 2024 | Sign up here!

Hi SWIL! It’s the membership team here! We are starting a SWIL Sisters program where you can be matched with either a big or little sister! We'll be hosting a series of mixers for you to meet and get to know your sisters! This is a chance to get to know someone new or make a friend that could last a lifetime! You and your sister can talk about Stanford advice, law dreams, or just have a regular chat! Upper-classmen will automatically be placed as big sisters and matched with a little. Sophomores have the choice between being a big or little sister! We hope you join us! For questions please contact Avery Miller — averylm@stanford.edu 💕

⭐️ Fourth General Meeting: Pre-Law Launchpad, Your Guide to Stanford Pre-Law Resources ⭐️

Monday, November 18th, 2024 | 5:30 PM | Haas Center, DK Room

SWIL’s fourth general meeting of the quarter is next Monday, November 18th, and will feature pre-law advisors Kathy Wright & Rebbeca Curtin + a representative from the Center for Career Education! The theme of this meeting is pre-law launchpad where we will be learning about the pre-law resources Stanford has to offer. Come by, have a snack, and learn some more! We hope to see you there! 🥳

⭐️ We have a special event in the works with SPLS ⭐️

Monday, November 18th, 2024 | 7:00 PM | Stanford Law School

Details coming soon… Any guesses? 🤭

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Keynote Speaker: Victoria Fontan ⭐️ 

Monday, November 11th, 2024 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM | Encina Commons | REGISTER

Join Halima Kazem in conversation with Victoria Fontan, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at the American University of Afghanistan, and co-chair of the Alliance for the Education of Women in Afghanistan. Fontan will talk about her time at AUAf in Kabul, the move to Qatar in August 2021, and her groundbreaking work with the Alliance, streamlining and standardizing online education for women and girls in Afghanistan. 

⭐️ Refugee Rights Network Meeting ⭐️ 

Monday, November 11th, 2024 | 6:30 PM | Basement of Encina Hall | RSVP

Learn about the Refugee Rights Network, including research opportunities and collaborations! Advocates will share what projects they are currently working on and how to best use the network. Open to anyone doing refugee-related work or have an interest in migration and human rights-focused research or activities. Zareens will be served for dinner! 

⭐️ America Votes 2024: Stanford Scholars on the Election’s Most Critical Questions ⭐️ 

Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM | Virtual | REGISTER

This is the fourth in a series of four-panel discussions in which Stanford’s leading social scientists will draw on their cutting-edge research to examine the multifaceted issues at play in the especially consequential 2024 presidential election. Speakers include David Brady (Professor, Stanford University), Douglas Rivers (Professor, Hoover Institution), Daron Shaw (Professor, University of Texas at Austin), and Lynn Vavreck (Professor, University of California Los Angeles). 

⭐️ Careers in International Law Workshop ⭐️ 

Thursday, November 14, 2024 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM | Encina Hall, Suite 030 | RSVP

In this workshop, Stanford scholars will provide tips on how to pursue a career in international law. This workshop features Gulika Reddy, the Director of the International Human Rights and Conflict Resolution Clinic, and Penelope Van Tuyl, the Associate Director of the Center for Human Rights and International Justice. RSVP is required and lunch will be provided.

⭐️ Cardinal Quarter Opportunities Fair ⭐️ 

Friday, November 15th, 2024 | 12:30 - 2:30 PM | Tresidder Union, Oak Lounge

Pursue a full-time summer or quarter of service with support from Stanford! Cardinal Quarter programs are offered through almost 30 campus partners, featuring a wide range of internship and immersive service experiences locally, nationally, and globally. Fellowship stipends are provided to cover living expenses and are intended to ensure accessibility. Attend the fair to explore the 500+ public service opportunities! See the flyer and learn more.

Check out our newsletter from last week for more opportunities!

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

Welcome to the seventh edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

Hi, SWIL 💕 Happy week 7! We look forward to seeing you all at our general meeting tomorrow for a conversation with Julia Neusner (more information below)! Also, please take advantage of all the cool events happening for Democracy Day. We hope to see you around!

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

Voting is a powerful way to make your voice heard and shape the future. Every vote represents a choice that helps build communities, strengthen policies, and address important issues. It’s a simple but significant way to contribute to change, honor the principles of democracy, and stand up for what you believe in. Make sure to cast your vote!🗳️

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ Third General Meeting⭐️

Monday, November 4th, 2024 | 5:30 PM | Haas Center, DK Room

SWIL’s third general meeting of the quarter is TOMORROW (Monday) and will feature Julia Neusner (‘24)!! Neusner is a Climate Research and Operations Specialist at the International Refugee Assistance Project and former Legal Director of the Stanford Migration and Asylum Lab. She will be joining us at our general meeting for a Q&A! Come ask questions and learn more about her experience as a human rights lawyer — see you there! 🥳

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Democracy Day Deliberative Polling Event: America’s Roll in the World ⭐️

Tuesday, November 5th, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Stanford Law School Patio | RSVP

America’s Roll in the World invites Stanford students from diverse backgrounds and perspectives to deliberate on critical social and political issues shaping our world today. This event is the perfect place to reflect on your roll as an engaged citizen. Enjoy free cinnamon rolls, croissants, Coupa Cafe coffee, shirts, and so much more! 🥐

⭐️ Student Alumni Public Service Mixer ⭐️

Tuesday, November 5th, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center, Fisher Conference Center | RSVP

The theme of this year’s mixer is Democracy and Civic Engagement. 🇺🇲 Mingle and network with Stanford alumni who have had fascinating and diverse careers in public service. This event is open to students across all academic careers and majors. Volunteers will provide information about how to network, funding opportunities, and fellowship opportunities. Brunch and refreshments will be provided. 

⭐️ Democracy Day Keynote Speaker: Valerie Jarrett ⭐️

Tuesday, November 5th, 2024 | 6:30 PM | Dinkelspiel Auditorium | RSVP

Valerie Jarrett (‘78), the CEO of the Obama Foundation and former Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama, will deliver the 2024 Democracy Day keynote! Jarrett will engage in a conversation with political science Professor Brandice Canes-Wrone on her public service journey and what we can do to preserve our democratic institutions in the face of pressing challenges and the 2024 election. Submit a question HERE. You must RSVP with your Stanford email in order to attend.

⭐️ Stanford Career Closet ⭐️ 

Friday, November 8th, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Stanford Career Education 

The Stanford Career Closet offers free new and gently used professional and business casual clothing for interviews, career fairs, and jobs. 👚👞 The closet is open 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM for FLI students and 2:00 - 4:00 PM for all students. RSVP is not required. 

Check out our newsletter from last week for more opportunities!

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

 

Welcome to the sixth edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

Hi, SWIL 💕 Happy week 6! It was so great seeing many of you at our second general meeting! We had an insightful visit from Victoria at Stanford Votes, who provided some critical voter education! & we also had pizza thanks to CommDev!! 🥳

Let this be your reminder to get out and vote next week — every vote matters! 🗳️ Click here to learn more about voter registration | Click here to volunteer at the polls on Democracy Day 📣

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

We are in a busy time of the quarter and we want to remind you all to prioritize your well-being. It is so easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of assignments, meetings, and obligations, but don’t forget the importance of sleep, self-care, and taking things one step at a time. You are doing great and remember to celebrate even the small victories! As we say at the end of every newsletter: believe it, YOU ARE GREAT.

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ Third General Meeting⭐️

Monday, November 4th, 2024 | 5:30 PM | Haas Center, DK Room

SWIL’s third general meeting of the quarter will feature Julia Neusner (‘24)!! Neusner is a Climate Research and Operations Specialist at the International Refugee Assistance Project and former Legal Director of the Stanford Migration and Asylum Lab. She will be joining us at our general meeting for a Q&A! Come ask questions and learn more about her experience as a human rights lawyer — see you there! 🥳

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Keynote Speaker, Gabe Camarillo — War in the 21st Century: Clues from Ukraine for Modernization and Future Conflicts ⭐️

Monday, October 28th, 2024 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM | Encina Hall, William J. Perry Conference Room | RSVP

The Center for International Security and Cooperation is featuring Gabe Camarillo in a lecture about “War in the 21st Century: Clues from Ukraine for Modernization and Future Conflicts.” Camarillo serves as the United States Army’s Chief Operating Officer and Chief Management Officer. RSVP by 10/24 or STREAM online.

⭐️ Justice & Equity in Food & Agriculture Talk! ⭐️

Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 | 12:00-1:00 PM | Virtual | REGISTER 

Join Stanford University Libraries for a webinar on “Justice & Equity in Food & Agriculture.” Karli A. Moore (Lumbee) is a Ph.D. Candidate Environment and Resources and Knight-Hennessy Scholar. Jocelyn Breeland is the Chief Communications and Marketing Officer for Residential & Dining Enterprise.

⭐️ Join Stanford ACLU for Phone Banking! ⭐️

Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 | 6:00-8:30 PM | Haas Center | RSVP

Join Stanford ACLU in a phone banking session to talk to voters about Proposition 5. Prop 5 is a measure on the California ballot that would lower the vote threshold to pass local housing and infrastructure bonds from two-thirds to 55%. Snacks will be provided!

⭐️ America Votes 2024: Stanford Scholars on the Election’s Most Critical Questions ⭐️

Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 | 4:00-5:30 PM | Encina Hall, William J. Perry Conference Room | Registration

This is the third in a series of four-panel discussions in which Stanford’s leading social scientists will draw on their cutting-edge research to examine the multifaceted issues at play in the especially consequential 2024 presidential election. Speakers include Hakeem Jefferson (Assistant Professor of Political Science), Anna Grzymala-Busse (Michelle and Kevin Douglas Professor of International Studies), Jonathan Rodden (Professor of Political Science), and Didi Kuo (Center Fellow, Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies.

⭐️ Apply for the Jane Stanford Fellowship 2024-2025! ⭐️

Friday, November 1st, 2024 | APPLY

The Jane Stanford Fellowship offers undergraduate students the opportunity to take a quarter-long Leave of Absence from Stanford to design and implement a service experience during the fall, winter, or spring quarter in the United States or abroad. Click here to learn more!

Check out our newsletter from last week for more opportunities!

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

 

Welcome to the fifth edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

Hi, SWIL 💕 It’s Week 5, we are halfway there! The quarter is flying by so fast but we are here for it. Last week, we welcomed our core team and are excited to begin planning events! Do you have ideas? Want to share your input? Be sure to come to our general meetings! We have our second one of the quarter TOMORROW, Monday, OCTOBER 21st at 5:30 pm in the DK room @ Haas! We hope to see you all there 🥳

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

Taking time to pause allows us to learn from our experiences and grow stronger as individuals and as a community. Below are a few questions to guide your weekly reflection. Whether you write them down or think them through, use this moment to connect with yourself and find meaning in your week.

1. What made me feel most empowered this week, and why?

2. Which challenge did I face that taught me something new, and how can I apply this lesson moving forward?

3. Who supported me this week, and how can I show gratitude for their impact?

After reflecting, I encourage you to reach out to someone who made a difference for you, share your gratitude, or set a small goal for the upcoming week based on the lessons you’ve learned.

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ Second General Meeting⭐️

Monday, October 21st, 2024 | 5:30 PM | Haas Center, DK Room

We have our second general meeting of the quarter, tomorrow! Join us in the DK room at 5:30 PM to hear upcoming SWIL updates + hear from Stanford Votes! We hope to see you there!

⭐️ Pre-Law Special D / Mixer 📣⭐️

Thursday, October 24th | 6 to 8PM | Terman Fountian

Guess what! You are invited to a special D with all of the pre-law organizations on campus! ❤️ We are coming together on Thursday from 6 to 8 PM at Terman Fountain! Swing by to meet new people, grab a bite to eat, and see what’s going on! We hope to see you there, SWIL!

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Applying to Harvard Law School From the West ⭐️

Monday, October 21st, 2024 | 12:45 pm to 1:30pm PST | Registration

In this session, attendees will hear from current HLS students who began their journeys in the Western United States and later made their way to HLS. Our students are eager to share their unique experiences transitioning from the West to the vibrant community here at HLS. Students are also invited to explore the full range of our events by visiting the Connect with Admissions webpage: https://hls.harvard.edu/jdadmissions/connect-with-admissions/ 

⭐️ Apply for the Truman Scholarship! ⭐️

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 | 11:59 p.m. PST | Learn more

(Including this again — it is a great opportunity!) The Truman Scholarship seeks juniors with exceptional leadership potential who are committed to careers in government, the nonprofit or advocacy sectors, education, or elsewhere in the public service. The scholarship of $30,000 supports graduate or professional study, leadership training, and fellowship with other scholars who are committed to making a difference through public service.

Advisor: Jessica Reynoso (jreynos2@stanford.edu). To schedule an appointment with Jessica or the other members of the Cardinal Careers Team, please select the "Public Service and Social Impact" category on Handshake.

⭐️ #ChoosePublicService Alumni Panel ⭐️

Friday, October 25th, 2024 | 4:00 PM | RSVP

Join the Haas Center's Cardinal Careers team for our #ChoosePublicService Alumni Panel on Friday, October 25 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at the Haas Center DK Room to hear how three remarkable alumni in public service are making a difference in their communities and learn how their Cardinal Careers Fellowships helped launch their careers. 

Check out our newsletter from last week for more opportunities!

Did you enjoy reading the fourth reflection? Every newsletter will include a segment to ground our actions and our intentions amidst the busyness and chaos of life. 🫶🏻 If you would like to include a reflection/segment (anonymously or not), please fill out this form 🫧

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

 

Welcome to the fourth edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

Hi, SWIL 💕 Welcome to week four of the quarter! THANK YOU to everyone who attended our first meeting and to those who applied to be part of one of SWIL’s Core Committees!

It was so great meeting you all 🫶🏻 As for the core application, you will be notified by FRIDAY if you have been matched with a committee. Again, THANK YOU for your interest, we cannot wait to continue to get to know every one of you! Our next general meeting is next Monday, OCTOBER 21st at 5:30 pm in the DK room @ Haas!

Now time for some more week 4 updates 🥳

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

This week, let’s keep it short.

Your future is already in motion. Every step you’ve taken has been one of perseverance, driven by your dedication to what you believe in. Trust the process, trust your work, and remember—you’ve earned this.

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ Stanford Law School Student Panel⭐️

Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 | 7 PM | Stanford Law School Cafe

SWIL is collaborating with the Stanford Pre-Law Society and other pre-law organizations to put on a student panel with current Stanford Law school students! The objective of the panel is to give undergraduates a taste of law school life and figure out if law school is the best path given one's interests, goals, and needs. Come ask questions and grab a bite to eat! We hope to see you there!

⭐️ Core Committee Announcements !! 📣⭐️

Friday, October 18th, 2024

Core committees will be announced on Friday. Keep an eye out… or maybe an ear out! Thank you again for your interest, this has been a record-breaking year with the number of applications we received! We are so excited that you all share our enthusiasm and passion for SWIL. It is going to be a fun year! We are so appreciative of every single one of our members! ❤️

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ America Votes 2024: Stanford Scholars on the Election’s Most Critical Questions (Part 2) ⭐️

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 | 4pm to 5:30pm PT | Registration

This is the second in a series of four-panel discussions in which Stanford’s leading social scientists will draw on their cutting-edge research to examine the multifaceted issues at play in this especially consequential election. We will explore the historical context of the presidential elections, the sources and degree of social polarization, the role of race and socio-economic status in voting, public opinion, vote and voter manipulation, electoral integrity, and the comparative dimensions of the elections in the United States. Click here to learn more.

⭐️Apply to be a Stanford Undergraduate Law Review Editor and Staff Member⭐️

Friday, October 18th, 2024 | 11:59 p.m. PDT | APPLICATION LINK

Stanford Undergraduate Law Review (SULR) is Stanford's undergraduate law review. It is a student-run publication that releases articles that take legal perspectives on a wide range of issues, from arguments on specific court decisions to doctrinal or theoretical legal scholarship, to interdisciplinary articles that address contemporary issues in politics, economics, and society with a legal focus. We accept submissions from undergraduate students worldwide. Click here to learn more.

⭐️ Apply for the Truman Scholarship! ⭐️

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 | 11:59 p.m. PST | Learn more

The Truman Scholarship seeks juniors with exceptional leadership potential who are committed to careers in government, the nonprofit or advocacy sectors, education, or elsewhere in the public service. The scholarship of $30,000 supports graduate or professional study, leadership training, and fellowship with other scholars who are committed to making a difference through public service.

Advisor: Jessica Reynoso (jreynos2@stanford.edu). To schedule an appointment with Jessica or the other members of the Cardinal Careers Team, please select the "Public Service and Social Impact" category on Handshake.

Check out our newsletter from last week for more opportunities!

Believe it, you are great.

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi

 

 

Welcome to the third edition of the SWIL Weekly Scoop 🍨

Hi, SWIL 💕 Guess what! Our FIRST general meeting is TOMORROW, October 7th @ 5:30 PM in the DK room & we will be having BOBA!🧋 We hope to see you there!! With that, welcome to the week 3 newsletter 🥳

⬇️ Our weekly reflection ⬇️

For this next reflection, take a moment to appreciate all you’ve accomplished so far this year! Take a breath, get yourself a latte, or simply sit in silence for a couple of seconds.

In our busy lives, it is so easy to just go and not take a moment for yourself. SWIL, have a great Week 3, and don’t forget to take time to be proud of everything you’ve done!

SWIL’s SAVE THE DATES! 💌

⭐️ First General Meeting + “Dear Freshman Self: SWIL Senior’s Guide to Being Pre-Law” ⭐️

Monday, October 7th, 2024 | 5:30 PM | HAAS CENTER, DK ROOM

TOMORROW is our first general meeting and a panel with SWIL Seniors to discuss what we wish we had known earlier! Come ask questions, meet other pre-laws, or just listen! We are excited to see you all there!

⭐️ Core Committee Applications are LIVE ⭐️

Friday, October 11th, 2024 | 11:59 PM | Click here for the application

Committee applications are live and will close on Friday, October 11th at 11:59 PM. Please let us know if you have any questions 🫶🏻 Office hours are linked below:

The Stanford Scoop 💌

⭐️ Georgetown Law Information Session⭐️

Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 | 12pm to 1:00pm PST | Registration

Andrew Cornblatt, Dean of Admissions from Georgetown Law, will be hosting an information session for those who are interested in Georgetown Law. He will be talking about attending law school during this time, the application process, and answering any questions you may have.

⭐️ Election 2024: Education to Reduce Online Disinformation, sponsored by Stanford Digital Education ⭐️

Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 | 1pm to 2pm PT | Registration/Information

Voters are being besieged with questionable information online about elections. How do we teach people, young and old, to parse falsehood from fact and make the educated judgments democracy demands? Sam Wineburg will lay out some practical, accessible steps everyone should take to assess the reliability of online information before they engage with it or amplify it. Digital literacy, Wineburg says, is essential for the civic health of a public that is increasingly online — not just to bank, shop, and find entertainment, but to socialize, discuss, become informed, and vote.

⭐️ Submit to the Stanford Law Undergraduate Review (SLUR) ⭐️

Friday, October 13th, 2024 | 11:59 PST | Information/submission guidelines

SULR is a student-run publication that strives to publish and celebrate high-quality undergraduate legal writing and scholarship. Our guidelines for submissions are flexible– we accept high-quality and insightful submissions that take legal perspectives on a wide range of issues, from arguments on specific court decisions to doctrinal or theoretical legal scholarship, to interdisciplinary articles that address contemporary issues in politics, economics, and society with a legal focus. 

For more information and submission guidelines click here. On the site, you can also read digital versions of previous editions. Submissions should be around 15-25 double-spaced pages. 

The second round deadline is October 13th, 2024, 11:59 PM PST. Articles can be submitted through this form.

Check out our newsletter from last week for more opportunities!

Believe it, you are great. You really are!

With love,

Co-Presidents, Faith & Kimi