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September 2006
SBA finds ways to have fun
Letter from Brian Rhodes,
SBA president
Though I am writing
this letter in the fourth
week of classes, I
would like to take this
chance to again
welcome all new and
returning students back
to school. I hope
everyone enjoyed their
summer and had time to
kick back and relax
before the start of the
new school year. For all returning students, that
means we are one year closer to the realization
of our efforts and hard work - and of course,
taking the bar exam. For the new students, it
means being introduced to a new way of thinking,
reading hundreds of pages each week and hoping
you remember enough information to pass your
finals. Nonetheless, the Student Bar Association
(SBA) is here to ensure that the school year will
not be all work and no play.
"What is the SBA?" was one of the most
Sequent questions I was asked during orientation.
All STCL students are members of the SBA. The
board of elected representatives is the main link
between the student body and the administration.
Our primary function is to be your voice and to
address any problems, issues or concerns that
you might have.
But that is just the business side. We are also
here to ensure that your law school experience is
an enjoyable one. We plan events throughout the
year where students can socialize, compete and
network with each other, other law schools, and
surrounding firms.
September and October plan to be busy
months for the SBA. The annual Triple Play
Softball tournament is scheduled for Saturday,
Oct. 14. The tournament is sponsored by STCL,
University of Houston Law Center and Thurgood
Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern
University. This year we are doing the tournament
in conjunction with the American Bar Association
initiative "Helping Hands: Law Students Assist
Youth at Risk." The tournament proceeds will be
benefiting Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater
Houston. As for the tournament itself, seven teams
will be allowed to compete from each law school
as well as 11 teams from Houston law firms. Sept.
20 is the deadline to register a team. It is
imperative to get all of your materials - including
money, names and T-shirt sizes - in on time, or it
is likely your team will not be able to play. All
team registration and tournament information can
be found in Room 101, next to the Student
Lounge.
This wj^ also be the first year we will compete
in the houston Young Lawyers Association's Flag
Football Intramural League. The season begins
Sept. 28. More details will be announced soon.
Finally, the Houston Dynamo is having a STCL
Night on Sunday, Sept. 17. STCL students will
receive great seats and special ticket prices. For
more information, please see flyers located around
the school.
I would also like to take this moment to
congratulate all the newly appointed 1L
Representatives to the SBA. The function of the
1L Representative is to be the link between the
SBA and the 1L class, and to keep all first-year
students informed of events. These positions are
appointed by our Freshman Senators, who did a
great job choosing from more than 30 candidates.
I know they will do great, and I look forward to
working with the future leaders of our school.
In closing, I wish all of you the best of luck
this semester, most of all to the students who will
be graduating this December (including Jeremy
Gordon). If any of you ever have any questions,
comments, or concerns, please do not hesitate
to come to the SBA office, Room 400 (across
from Joe Green Auditorium).
Sincerely,
Brian Rhodes
SBA President
Images
Clothes help students
think like a lawyer, and
look like one, too
By Lucille Hollander
Staff Writer
When we think to ourselves of
what an attorney should be, many
of us envision someone who is
knowledgeable, professional, well-
attired and well spoken.
Many students when they first
arrive at law school are
overwhelmed by the perceived
distance between how they see
themselves that first day and their
image of who they wish to become.
Careful thought shows that if one
considers what is truly important the
distance is more manageablethan it
first seems. In order to become a
truly excellent attorney, a student
must arrive already having two
important qualities: integrity and a
love of learning. The rest comes with
study, hard work and experience.
Some students worry about
acquiring the polished physical image
of a successful attorney. Receiving
an education with the assistance of
financial aid, they see no way to
emulate beautiful suited attorneys
with expensive briefcases.
To be sure, those whose
wardrobe consists of only old T-
shirts and frayed jeans should
probably make an effort to purchase
more businesslike attire a piece at a
time as they are able. Arriving in
Professor Weigel,
The Staff of Annotations sends our best.
Your years of effort on the behalf of all the
students are very much appreciated. We send
wishes for your speedy recovery and look
forward to soon again receiving the privilege
of your teaching and
leadership.
class or an internship in even modest
business clothes that are clean and
pressed will mark a world of
transformation in both how one is
perceived and how one feels about
ones self.
STCL students enjoy a distinct
advantage over most when it comes
to the "well-spoken" part of
becoming an attorney because of our
renowned advocacy program. All
attorneys—whether in a courtroom
or client meeting — have an
advantage if they plan their thoughts
and speak persuasively, and our
advocacy program teaches these
skills to all who participate.
FinaUy, when thinking through the
image you wish to present, realize
that although abusinesslike image is
important and effective presentation
of ideas is critical, the most important
part of becoming an attorney
involves the qualities you brought
with you on your very first day at
STCL: a love of learning and the
willingness to work hard to get
knowledge, and your courtesy and
integrity.
A good image will get you in the
door, good skills will keep you
inside of that door, but your integrity
and hard work are what makes you
a true professional.
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