Glad to have you back at 1525 Senate Street and hoping that one of your New Year’s Resolutions was to build up your resume through pro bono engagement! It is the easiest way to talk about yourself in an interview, makes you feel good and let’s you gain experience and exercise your skills.
Check out our website http://www.law.sc.edu/probono
Sign up for Twitter @USCLawProBono or come by Room 386 and chat!
As you relax over the Winter Break think about things you could do to add to your resume, make your feel better about your career choice, get a volunteer-high from helping others or a myriad of other reasons! Here are few ideas but always check the full list at: http://bit.ly/2BPwOqp
The last Friday Blitz of 2017 will be held on Dec. 15th from 2:30-5 in the Boardroom, 2nd Floor SC Bar Building.
All are welcome, for all the information and to sign up for the Dec. 15th time or any of the Spring 2018 Blitzes go to: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0445a8a82ea1fc1-friday
See you there and yes, there will be snacks!
On Nov. 20, 2017 over 25 law students came together to make the lives of homeless families a bit better- they prepared, bought, delivered and served Thanksgiving Dinner to the residents of the Family Shelter and St. Lawrence Place. This has been a tradition led by the Pro Bono Program for over 15 years but could not happen without the support of student organizations. BLSA, the Honor Council, the SBA and WIL were real troopers in this effort and judging from the smiles it was a total success.
enjoy these photos of the team in action! Law student talents include making amazing mac and cheese ( thanks Buster) the pie team ( Maura and Patty), Grant and Sarah made sure things were hot, especially the gravy, Dean Cherry, Ivey and Chelsea can portion out food with best and Brianna on bread was not to be messed with. Lauren made sure everyone got cranberry sauce ( even if they don’t like it) Simone documented the event in photos, Tony was on garbage duty! Chris and Joseph kept the cups of juice and tea flowing. Lashawnda was a superb ringleader and the serving team ( too many to mention by name, I know I will forget someone) made our guests feel welcome and kept the plates moving and this was not easy in such a tight space! Clean up was a breeze and the leftovers will be a welcome reminder of this great event. Thanks for the Thanksgiving! Pam
For over 15 years the Pro Bono Program along with various student organizations have provided Thanksgiving Dinner for the residents of St. Lawrence Place- transitional housing center for homeless families. This year BLSA, WIL and the Honor Council are joining us and we are adding the residents at the Family Shelter! Yikes, but we can do it!
The event takes place on Monday, November 20 from 5:30-8. We are still in need of a few items. If you are interested in participating we would recommend quickly signing up to supply an item. The food is broken down into small, easily purchased or cooked items. Nothing complicated and for things like pies- no one is going to be unhappy with a pie from Publix!!
All the details and the sign up are located here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0445a8a82ea1fc1-thanksgiving
The best part? We feel good about helping and still able to share a meal together.