Author Archives: Melissa Duncan

Melissa Duncan is a double Elon alum (B.A., 2006 and J.D., 2009). She serves as Director of Career & Student Development at Elon Law. Email her at mduncan6@elon.edu or stop by 110C to say hello!

Hispanic Heritage Month: Student Blog Post #1

This post is part of Hispanic Heritage Month and is submitted by Charles Bennett L’Dec. 2017 Puerto Rico is a territory of the United States and a beautiful place to visit; unfortunately, it is not a place its own citizens want to be right now. It is currently 72 million dollars in debt which it cannot repay. The support that … Continue Reading

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Law Democrats Interest Meeting & Speaker

Join the Elon Law Democrats for lunch and an interest meeting this Wednesday, September 16 at 12:30pm! You do NOT have to be a Democrat to join us! We’ll be joined by Rebekah Whilden, YDNC National Committeewoman and member of the League of Conservation voters! Jimmy Johns will be served. Meeting is in Room 107. Direct any questions to Anne … Continue Reading

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Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-¬October 15) in the United States is the period when people recognize the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the United States and to celebrate Hispanic Cultural heritage and Hispanic culture. September 15 was chosen as the starting point for the celebration because it is the anniversary of independence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El … Continue Reading

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Elder Law Society – News & Upcoming Events

The Elder Law Society currently has the following events planned for Fall 2015: -Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2015- Interest Meeting for New Members (time/place TBA) -Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015- 2015 Walk to End Alzheimer’s. (Contact Andrew, Mallory, or Deborah to participate and join the Elder Law Society team). -First Friday of every month beginning Oct.2- Bingo with the residents of Whitestone … Continue Reading

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Deadline to Register for Equal Justice Works – 9/14/15

The deadline to register for interviews is Monday, September 14, 2015. NEWS FROM EQUAL JUSTICE WORKS: Would you like to connect with public interest employers from all across the country and meet fellow, public interest-minded students, graduates, and practitioners in the field? Then consider attending the EQUAL JUSTICE WORKS ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND CAREER FAIR, October 23 -24, 2015 in Arlington, … Continue Reading

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Attend a GBA Meeting

If you are a student member of the Greensboro Bar Association (GBA), you may attend one GBA meeting for free. GBA meetings are held once per month and alternate between lunch and dinner meetings. Attending a GBA meeting is a wonderful opportunity to network with our legal community. The first meeting is coming up on Thursday, September 17 during lunch. … Continue Reading

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Student Org Fair TODAY (9/14)

All students are invited to join the SBA for the Student Organization Fair in Cemala Commons during lunch TODAY, September 14. Most of our student-led organizations will be represented. Find out more about our student organizations and how you can get involved. If you can’t make it but would like to be involved, please email Jennifer Gibert (jgibert@elon.edu) for a … Continue Reading

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Dean’s Town Hall Meeting on Sept. 15!

All students are invited to join Dean Bierman and Associate Deans Haile, Rivers-James, and Woodlief for a town hall meeting on Tuesday, September 15. The meeting will begin at 12:45 in Room 207. Bring your own lunch and any questions for the Deans! See you there!

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Lawyer Assistance Program – a resource for Elon Law students!

Law school is stressful. The Lawyer Assistance Program (LAP) provides comprehensive assistance for law students. Whether you just need help coping with day-to-day anxieties, or you are suffering from drug or alcohol problems or serious depression and suicidal thoughts, the Lawyer Assistance Program is here to help. There is no issue too big or too small. LAP’s assistance and any … Continue Reading

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Law Student tickets for Elon Athletic Events

Law students receive free entry to Elon athletic events! Just bring your Phoenix card and show it at the gate. You may purchase a guest ticket for $5.00 at the gate so a guest may sit with you in the student section. If you’d like to sit with your family in regular seating (not in the student section), regular tickets … Continue Reading

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