Duke Class of 2013 Forum

[Bosque]

I got a few pieces of furniture from a raw furniture store when I got to Durham and finished them myself. My roommates thought I was crazy about the time I was putting on the third coat of stain, but it was worth it. The stuff looks great, was cheep, and there is something calming about the finishing process.

Oh, and I made due with a messenger bag. Eventually you will figure out that, beyond one book for each of your three classes and a lap top, you don't need much else. On days with two classes, I used just the bag. On three, I just shoved that last book under my arm and sucked up carrying it.

That said, you cannot go wrong with a back pack. I just don't trust my laptop in one.

[johndh]

Why am I checking my ACES account religiously to find out my section assignment? They even said it'll come out in August, it's like those damn status checkers all over..

[Jericwithers]

Why am I checking my ACES account religiously to find out my section assignment? They even said it'll come out in August, it's like those damn status checkers all over..

Same here. I'm going to be pretty angry once August 2nd comes and we still don't know our sections.

Interesting idea on the stained furniture.

[poprox]

You can find some really nice used furniture around here at thrift/antique stores. I've been to several in the past few days - some are iffy on selection and quality while others are great. Everything But Grannies Undergarments is really good. They have a few beds, some nice dressers, tables etc. There"s another good place out in Chapel Hill off NC 54 that's only opem Saturdays right now and it also has a lot of good furniture.

[Chairman]

Signed a lease today--guess I'm committed now!

[prezidentv8]

Signed a lease today--guess I'm committed now!

SWEET tar

[quakeroats]

Does anyone know the library hours for students? It says 24-hour access with a DukeCard on the website, but there are hours listed elsewhere that are considerably less than that.

[Jericwithers]

Does anyone know the library hours for students? It says 24-hour access with a DukeCard on the website, but there are hours listed elsewhere that are considerably less than that.

24 hours is correct. The shorter hours listed is for general public access without a card. Right?

[DallasCowboy]

I already read the assigned reading 4 times. My only problem was that I ran out of highlighter colors.

[pelmen74]

So our payment is due August 2nd??
SHIIIT.
How do we pay if we plan on paying first semester out of our own pocket. Aces does not give me a pay your bill option.

[pelmen74]

So our payment is due August 2nd??
SHIIIT.
How do we pay if we plan on paying first semester out of our own pocket. Aces does not give me a pay your bill option.

Well, I figured out the latter part, now I have to figure out how to actually get the money in by Monday. I hope Duke doesnt throw me out for paying my first bill late.

[Jericwithers]

Is it acceptable to watch the movie rather than read the book for the assignment? Is our participation in the discussion curved? Will I get bumped down the curve if I picture John Travolta while reading the book?

So our payment is due August 2nd??
SHIIIT.
How do we pay if we plan on paying first semester out of our own pocket. Aces does not give me a pay your bill option.

Well, I figured out the latter part, now I have to figure out how to actually get the money in by Monday. I hope Duke doesnt throw me out for paying my first bill late.

Pay by e-check. If you are wondering how to get the $25k by Monday, then I would recommend opening up your own law school. I hear it is quite a lucrative business.

[quakeroats]

Does anyone know how to access old Duke exams? I've heard they're on file at the library, but since a number of schools have online repositories I thought Duke might also. Btw, I've managed to collect some exams from other schools. I'd be happy to share materials--it might be beneficial to set up a TLS exam co-op for those interested.

Thankfully, someone else went to the trouble of linking to law school exam archives:

http://www.top-law-schools.com/forums/v ... 2&t=122453

Berkeley is the gold mine of the T14 as they don't password protect their archive. It says Duke's exams are available via blackboard, but I haven't found them yet.

[pelmen74]

Does anyone know how to access old Duke exams? I've heard they're on file at the library, but since a number of schools have online repositories I thought Duke might also. Btw, I've managed to collect some exams from other schools. I'd be happy to share materials--it might be beneficial to set up a TLS exam co-op for those interested.

Thankfully, someone else went to the trouble of linking to law school exam archives:

http://www.top-law-schools.com/forums/v ... 2&t=122453

Berkeley is the gold mine of the T14 as they don't password protect their archive. It says Duke's exams are available via blackboard, but I haven't found them yet.

Im sure all of our profs will tell us where to find their old exams. So unless you want to start prepping for finals before classes even start, I think you won't have much of a problem.

[Jericwithers]

Does anyone know how to access old Duke exams? I've heard they're on file at the library, but since a number of schools have online repositories I thought Duke might also. Btw, I've managed to collect some exams from other schools. I'd be happy to share materials--it might be beneficial to set up a TLS exam co-op for those interested.

Thankfully, someone else went to the trouble of linking to law school exam archives:

http://www.top-law-schools.com/forums/v ... 2&t=122453

Berkeley is the gold mine of the T14 as they don't password protect their archive. It says Duke's exams are available via blackboard, but I haven't found them yet.

Im sure all of our profs will tell us where to find their old exams. So unless you want to start prepping for finals before classes even start, I think you won't have much of a problem.

Read a Berkley exam....and now I am terrified. I hope the 2nd half of GtM comes with smart pills or something. The old exams will probably be available within the document directory of blackboard for each particular class page. Have to be registered for classes before we can see their blackboard, though.

[quakeroats]

Read a Berkley exam....and now I am terrified.

In law school, no one can hear you scream. They're too busy preparing for exams.

[TrampsLikeU$]

Read a Berkley exam....and now I am terrified.

In law school, no one can hear you scream. They're too busy preparing for exams.

Just to make you feel better- I looked at Berkeley property and con law exams last semester right before exams, and I had no idea how to answer most of the questions. Maybe since they don't have grades professors just make the exams incredibly hard to freak everyone out and make them study still?

[paralegal]

A ray of hope in the legal employment market......early indications are that hiring at premier law firms will jump.....

http://amlawdaily.typepad.com/amlawdail ... r2011.html

[quakeroats]

A ray of hope in the legal employment market......early indications are that hiring at premier law firms will jump.....

http://amlawdaily.typepad.com/amlawdail ... r2011.html

UVA's OGI seems to be much better than last year's if preselects are any indication.

[johndh]

It's early August, section assignments where are you?

[quakeroats]

Does anyone know what the class size was at last count?

[Jericwithers]

Does anyone know what the class size was at last count?

243 over a month ago. Haven't seen anything since.

It's now the first business day in August. I hope schedules are posted before I finish moving in tomorrow.

[paralegal]

Interesting info re Duke Law -

Additions to Legislative Affairs Team

Washington—President Barack Obama announced eleven additions to his legislative affairs team. “With such great challenges facing the country, it’s going to be essential to work closely with Capitol Hill to advance an agenda that turns this economy around, puts Americans back to work, and safeguards our national security.” The new legislative affairs team members announced that they will help to carry that mission forward—and ensure that the voices of congressional leaders and their constituents are being heard in the White House.

The following legislative affairs staff members were named:

Christopher Kang
Christopher Kang is Director of Floor Operations for U.S. Senate Assistant Majority Leader Richard Durbin (D-IL). For almost four years, he has been the lead floor staff for Senator Durbin, negotiating floor consideration of legislation, strategizing parliamentary tactics, and conducting whip counts. In addition, he has been a central hub of information and advice on pending legislation for the entire Democratic caucus. Prior to that position, he was Judiciary Committee Counsel for Senator Durbin, covering constitutional, criminal justice, and labor issues. Kang is also Vice President for Community Affairs of the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Washington, DC. He is a graduate of the University of Chicago and Duke University School of Law.

[pelmen74]

Does anyone know what the class size was at last count?

243 over a month ago. Haven't seen anything since.

It's now the first business day in August. I hope schedules are posted before I finish moving in tomorrow.

Moving in already? What are you going to do in Durham for two weeks?

[insidethetwenty]

So have they sent the reading for LEAD Week or did I just miss the e-mail.