Welcome to NYU School of Law!

What You Need

to Know for the

LLM Year

3

What we will cover today

• Residential Life

• Academic Integrity

• Community Expectations

• Safety in NYC

• Registration/Academic

Opportunities

• Law School and University

communities

Nancy Mah-ChauDirector for Residence Services

Vanessa Laureano, Coordinator, Residence Services

Frank Mieles, Administrative Aide

Jessica Ciemniecki, Administrative Secretary

Community Advisors:

Aaron Haier

Adwoa Hinson

Maria Kim

Clarence Okoh

law.reslife@nyu.edu and law.housingfacilities@nyu.edu

Phone: 212.998.6510

Residential Life

Academic Integrity

Community

Standards

Jason Belk

Dean Of Students

Office of Student Affairs

RULES

What are the rules?

Where can I find

them?

Pledge of Academic Honesty

Sets forth the prohibitions against cheating,

plagiarism, forgery, and improper submission of

written work.

You will sign this pledge electronically and here

are some of the general items covered.

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What is cheating/ plagiarism?

"Cheating, plagiarism, forgery of

academic documents, or multiple

submissions of substantially the

same work for duplicate credits,

with intent to defraud.”

What is cheating/ plagiarism?

“Plagiarism is an academic

crime and a serious breach of

Law School rules.”

What is cheating/ plagiarism?

“Among the possible sanctions

for plagiarism are:

• Expulsion

• Suspension

• Grade reduction (including a

grade of "FX" indicating a

failure for plagiarism)

• Statement of censure placed

in the student's file.”

What is cheating/ plagiarism?

“All disciplinary code

violations will be made

available to bar admission

committees and others on

proper waiver of

confidentiality.”

Each semester the Vice Dean

and Dean of Students will send

a message to students

regarding academic integrity

prior to exams.

The basic takeaway – cheating

is NOT WORTH IT!

Don’t talk to any

student during an in-

class exam.

All talking must cease once

the proctors tell you that there

is no more talking in the room

and exams are given out.

Don’t collaborate on a

take-home exam unless

specific instructions from the

faculty member dictate

otherwise.

That means don’t email, text or

call your classmates or anyone

else during a take-home exam.

Always attribute

passages to the

appropriate author and

always place that passage in

quotes.

If you did not write the text,

make sure you are giving credit

to someone else for the same.

Where to find the rules:

• Academic Policies Guide

• Exam Guide

• Pledge of Academic

Integrity

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Harassment and

Discrimination

Jason Belk

Dean of Students

New York University is committed to equal treatment and

opportunity for its students, to maintaining an environment that is

free of bias, prejudice, discrimination, and harassment, and to

establishing complaint procedures for allegations involving

students.

Prohibited discrimination is adverse treatment of any student

based on race, gender and/or gender identity or expression,

religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran or

military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or citizenship

status, rather than on the basis of her/his individual merit.

Prohibited harassment is unwelcome verbal or physical conduct

based on race, gender and/or gender identity or expression,

religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran or

military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or citizenship

status. Prohibited harassment includes conduct that creates an

intimidating, hostile, or offensive academic or residential

environment or otherwise adversely affects academic

opportunities or participation in an NYU activity or benefit.

Examples of actions that constitute prohibited harassment may

include, but are not limited to:

Verbal abuse or hostile behavior, which could include insulting, teasing,

mocking, degrading, or ridiculing another person or group;

Inappropriate physical contact, comments, questions, advances, jokes,

epithets, or demands;

Physical assault or stalking; or

Displays or electronic transmission of derogatory, demeaning, or

hostile materials.

NYU’S SEXUAL MISCONDUCT POLICY

Covers ALL students at the University (including study away

sites)

Undergraduate and graduate

Part-time and full-time

Applies regardless of sexual orientation, gender, gender identity,

or gender expression

PROHIBITED CONDUCT

Sexual Assault Sexual intercourse (anal, oral, or vaginal) or other penetration with a body part (e.g.,

finger, hand, tongue) or object

Sexual touching (fondling) or intentional contact with the breasts, buttocks, groin, or

genitals

Sexual Harassment Suggestive or lewd remarks

Unwanted touching of an intimate nature

Sexual Exploitation Taking pictures/videos of another person engaging in a sexual act without consent

Disseminating, streaming, or posting nude/sexual pictures/video(s) of someone without

the person’s consent

PROHIBITED CONDUCT (CONTINUED)

Relationship Violence Includes dating and domestic violence

Stalking

AFFIRMATIVE CONSENT

Affirmative ConsentKnowing, voluntary, and mutual decision among all participants to engage in sexual activity.

Affirmative consent can be given by words or actions, as long as those words or actions create

clear permission regarding willingness to engage in the sexual activity. Silence or lack of

resistance, in and of itself, does not demonstrate consent.

Coercion, force, or threat of either invalidates consent

Someone who is incapacitated cannot consent

Past consent does not imply future consent

Consent can be withdrawn at any time

CONFIDENTIALITY & REPORTING

Privacy vs. Confidentiality – There is a difference

Confidential – Licensed mental health professionals, physicians,

pastoral counselors

Not Confidential – Responsible employees, Public Safety, Title IX

Coordinator, Office of Student Conduct and Community

Standards, residence hall staff, faculty

RESOURCES

Wellness Exchange

Title IX Coordinator

Student Affairs

Public Safety

Jason Belk,

Dean of Students

Israel Rodriguez, Director

Coming Soon, Assistant Director

Maisie Chou

Chaffin, Psy.D.

To make an appointment, call

CWS: 212-998-4780

The Wellness Exchange, 24/7:

212-443-9999

Wellness Exchange

(212) 443-9999

Counseling and Wellness Services

(212) 998-4780

Student Health Center

(212) 443-1000

*726 Broadway, 3rd and 4th Floors*

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Safety SFC Brian Doss

SFC Flora Ortiz

Community Response Unit

NYU Public Safety

998-2222

NYU DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

• Approximately 350 Public Safety officers and supervisors work at NYU.

• Public Safety officers are on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

• NYU Public Safety Phone#: 212/998-2222

• NYU Public Safety has a close working relationship with local NYPD precincts.

PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES DESIGNED FOR YOU

• Victim Liaison Services

• Green Light Buildings

• 25 Buildings with 24x7 Security

• NYU Transportation Services

• Regular Bus Routes

• Safe Ride Program

• Emergency Call Boxes

How does NYU

protect it’s

students?You have a role in your personal safety!

SAFETY ON THE STREET

• Be aware of your surroundings.

• Know where you are, avoid distractions, and be alert to those around you.

• Walk with purpose.

• Even if you are lost, act like you know where you are going and less attention will be paid to you by passersby.

• Trust your instincts.

• If you start to feel uncomfortable about the people around you, the place you are in, or a particular situation; listen to your gut and leave.

• Familiarize yourself with directions.

• Research travel routes. Let someone know when and where you are going and notify them when you have arrived safely.

SUBWAY SAFETY TIPS

• Stand Back

• According to the MTA, in 2015 there were 172 incidents involving contact with trains. 50 people died.

• If You Drop Something, Leave it

• NEVER go down on to subway tracks. If you drop something on the tracks, tell a police officer or MTA personnel.

• On the Platform and on the Subway Train

• Wait for your train in an off-hours waiting area

• Board the Conductor’s car: The black and yellow platform sign tells you where to find it.

• Sit in the middle of the car and not near the doors

• Never fall asleep on a subway

• Be careful when using electronic devices

• Do not pull out large sums of money

• Do not display jewelry

SAFETY AT NIGHT

• Be prepared before you go out.

• Check that you have everything that you need for your night out and that your cell phone is fully charged.

• Avoid isolated areas.

• Stay close to groups of people when walking and avoid streets that are not well lit.

• Have a back-up plan.

• Discuss with your friends what your plan of action will be if an issue arises. Know where the exits are.

• Know your transportation options.

• Subway stations with green globes are open 24 hours. Red globes indicate no service, so do not enter.

SAFETY AT NIGHT

• Don’t leave a party or bar alone.

• Arrange a buddy system with a friend and don’t leave without each other.

• Look out for your friends.

• If one of your friends looks like they may have had too much to drink, offer assistance and make sure they get home safely.

• Cover your drinks.

• Be careful – “When in doubt, throw it out!”

• Put money aside to take a cab home.

owes

NYU protect it’s

students?Protect yourself from crimes of opportunity.

PREVENTING THEFT

• Do not leave unattended property.

• When in the library, study halls, dining facilities, etc. keep wallets, cell phones, and laptops with you. These are the types of property that are the most commonly reported stolen.

• Secure your valuables.

• Keep your purse, wallet, keys, etc. with you at all times or in a locked drawer or closet. Be aware of pick pocketing.

• Take preventative bicycle theft measures.

• Invest in heavy duty locks and use them to secure your bicycle by all four theft targets: the frame, both wheels, and the seat.

• Register your valuable property.

• NYPD’s Operation ID allows you to register valuables at no cost!

• Always lock your doors.

PICK-POCKETING

Pickpockets usually work in teams.

To protect yourself:

• Be aware in crowded areas like subways.

• Use purses or backpacks with zippers.

• Use “gear guards” -- small metal clips used to fasten zippers on backpacks & purses.

• Carry your wallet in a front pocket rather than back pocket.

ATM SAFETY

• Use only indoor bank ATMs, which have security cameras. Avoid ATMs on the street outside stores.

• Look out for “shoulder surfers.”

• Avoid carrying lots of cash.

• Avoid counting and displaying money on the street.

IPHONE THEFTS & “APPLE PICKING”

Preventing smart phone thefts:

1) Always be aware of your surroundings.

2) Do not display electronics in disreputable areas.

3) Do not sit next to subway doors with your electronics out.

4) Keep your phone in your front pocket, not your back pants pocket.

AVOIDING SCAMS

• Be wary of people trying to sell you CDs, candy, and other products on the street. If you’re not interested, don’t let someone hand you something – just wave them away.

• Online and phone scams are increasingly popular. Never give out personal info (date of birth, social security #) or financial information to a stranger.

• Beware of people offering big money in return for a little money upfront. If it seems too good to be true – it is!

SAFETY ONLINE

• Don’t give out personal information.

• Do not share your phone number, email address, birthday, or home address online.

• Set strong privacy settings.

• Check and update your social media default privacy settings. Know who can see your profile(s).

• Meet in a public place.

• If you plan to meet someone you connectedwith online using dating apps, social media, Craigslist, etc. insist on meeting them in a public place where you know the area and are comfortable.

NYU EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS

Information Alerts

• Text Messaging

• Phone Messages

• Email Blasts

• Social Media – Facebook, Twitter

Keep your contact information up to date!

TO REPORT AN EMERGENCY AT NYU, PLEASE CALL 212-998-2222 OR CALL 911

Academics• Registration/Requirements

• Academic Opportunities

Office of Graduate Affairs (OGA)

• Barbara Landress

• Director

• Associate Director

• (coming soon )

• Jacob Yohay

• Senior StaffFurman Hall

Suite 340

John Stephens

Director

Nick Robertson

Senior Staff

Graduate Tax Program

Furman Hall

Suite 340

What we do at OGA:

• First stop

• Academic Advising – degree requirements, course

selection, writing options, NY bar eligibility

requirements

• Academic Services – adding/dropping, waivers, etc.

• General Advising

• Provide supportive programming

• Connect you with NYU Law and University

community, including Faculty

Office of Graduate Affairs

• Minimum of 24 credits in fall and spring to

earn LLM degree (does not count summer)

• May take up to 30 credits in fall and spring

• More than 30 credits – additional tuition

Credit Load

• Full-Time LLM students may take between 10 &

15 credits per semester

• You need minimum 10 credits in a semester to be

considered full-time student

Different from what OGS may say

Credit Load

• Think more about NUMBER of

classes NOT credits

• 4 classes – Ideal

5 classes (if including Graduate

Lawyering) typically doable

• Avoid taking too many classes in

fall while adjusting to the style and

workload of NYU Law classes

Credit Load vs. Workload

• REVIEW transcript to confirm:• 24 credits in fall and spring

• You are meeting requirements of your specialization

• ADVICE: If you would like advice about or confirmation

that you are meeting requirements see Barbara

• COURSES: Neither COURSES nor Albert will inform you

of failure to meet credit or specialization requirements:

It is your responsibility

Requirements

• If you’d like to change your specialization,

contact the Office of Graduate Affairs

• Deadline for change of specialization:

first week of spring semester

Change of Specialization

• GPA of 2.67 (B-) overall and within

your specialization

• An F (Fail) grade will give you no

credit

• Concerned about meeting the GPA

requirement?

consult with OGA

in spring, see us before add/drop ends

Grade Point Average (GPA)

Attendance

• Missing 20% or more than

one fifth of classes is

“presumptively excessive”

• Professors may have

stricter rules on attendance

Attendance

Excessive absenteeism can result without

warning in:

•Grade lowering

•Denial of permission to complete course

work and/or sit for the exam (withdrawal)

•Receipt of a grade of FAB (failed for

absence)

• Medical or other serious

issues that result in

absence from class

• Talk to your professors

and come see me in OGA,

or Jason Belk, Dean of

Students

Attendance

• DO shop classes

• If you haven’t already, view course evaluations

• Ask questions now:

Consult faculty members via office hours or email

Intro TAs are a good source of advice

Breakfast with alumni Tues.

Consult the Office of Graduate Affairs

Tips for the First Week of Classes

What if a class is full?

• Keep bidding

• Use the conditional add/drop function to drop a class if and

only if you get into a class you want more

• seminar/colloquia - faculty may add 2 students to a closed

class; attend the first classes if you wish to be considered

Deadline to add for fall: September 6 at 9:30 a.m.

• This is true, even if a class has not been filled

• There are few exceptions to this rule…

Can I Add Classes After COURSES Closes?

Please DROP while

COURSES is open to

allow others to enroll

While COURSES is Still Open

Exceptions

• Writing Credits/Directed Research • Until September 19 for fall

• Courses that start late • Such as “Law and Business of…”

• MUST attend first class

• Seminars/colloquia• If you have been attending AND

• a spot opens up early in the semester AND

• professor approves

• Truly extenuating circumstances• Petition to OGA and reviewed by Academic Services

Last day of Classes

Dec. 7

If the class meets for less than the

full semester – last day of class

Until When Can I Drop a Class?

However…

If you drop after submitting work

that will be evaluated (for

example a paper or a midterm

exam) your transcript will show a

“WD” for Withdrawn

Withdrawn Notation: “WD”

• Until September 6 at 9:30 a.m., use COURSES to drop a

class

• After, come to the Office of Graduate Affairs for a Drop/Add

Form

• After Sept. 6, to drop a seminar, simulation or colloquium

also need an email showing the prof’s approval to drop

How do I drop a class?

Academic

Opportunities

• Do not hesitate to approach

faculty and staff in person

• Office hours: hours set aside

by faculty for meeting with

students

• Speak up in class

Reach Out to Faculty

Writing Opportunities

Directed Research

• Independent project under supervision of a faculty

member

• Typically 40 pages - 2 credits

• May be added through September 19 for fall semester

Writing Credit with Seminar

• Seminar paper – typically, 20-25 pages long

• Some seminars allow 1 additional credit for a longer paper

(approx. 40 pp.– depends on prof.)

• Registration: via COURSES or add/drop form at OGA by

September 19 in fall

Writing Opportunities

• Either a Directed Research or a

Writing Credit can be noted as a

“Thesis" on your transcript

• Prior approval from the supervising

professor

Thesis Option

Law School and

University

Community

Get Involved!

• over 50 student groups

• some LLM leadership positions

• listservs at NYU Global Home

Student Groups Fair

Wed., Sept. 5, 4:30-6:00 p.m.

Vanderbilt Hall, Greenberg Lounge

Student Associations

• Perform public service work

• Develop valuable legal skills

REACH: advise homeless

Mediation Organization: mediate disputes in courts

Suspension Representation Project: represent youth

who face suspension from school

Student Associations

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Centers and Institutes

• faculty research projects

• conferences and symposia

• fellowships

Plug into recent developments in a particular area of law by checking out

activities of the relevant Center

Centers and Institutes

OGA Programming• Academic Enrichment

• Community-Building

Academic Success Workshops

• For those who took Intro.-Exam Review &

Strategies • How to Survive and Thrive in Law

School Classes (tomorrow)

Need Help?

• Seek advice at OGA

Academic Enrichment

• Manhattan Harbor Cruise

• Fall Specialization

Receptions

• Ice Skating at Bryant Park

• Lunar New Year event

• Spring Party

Community-Building Events

NYC is expensive!

• Student Budget vs Actual life in NYC

• Cruise - $30*

• Ice Skating - $15*

• Convocation-related expenses:

• Barrister’s Ball - $60*

• Cap & Gown - $120*

• Pictures $10-$200*

*Cost is approximate

Budgeting for the Year

Office of Career Services

(OCS)

Clara Solomon

Efua Feldman

• private sector employment

• one-on-one career counseling

• alumni connections

• International Student Interview

Program (ISIP)

Law School Offices

Public Interest Law Center

(PILC)

Miriam Eckenfels-Garcia

• public sector and NGOs

• one-on-one career counseling

• alumni connections

• Pro bono work and internships

Welcome Reception, Aug. 30

PILC-A-Palooza, Sept. 6

Academic Services &

Records and Registration

• Oversee Registration

• Administer Exams

• Provide/Certify Docs.official transcripts

letters of enrollment

Law School Offices

Student Affairs

• Wellness

• Tutoring

• Law School-Wide Events Fall Ball/Spring Fling

Dean’s Cup

Convocation

Counseling and Wellness Services

Wellness Exchange (24/7)

Student Health Center

Moses Center (for disabilities)

If you have concerns about health insurance:

Tuesday, August 28

OGS: International Student Health Insurance Orientation - 726 Broadway

| Room 348 & 349 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM

University-Wide Services

Office of Global Services (OGS)• Info on website on filing taxes, employment, resources• counselors: advise on visa compliance • events for international students

Center for Student Life (Kimmel Building, 7th flr.)• Activities with grad. students across the University

https://www.nyu.edu/students/communities-and-groups/graduate-students/graduate-life.html

Office of Global Spiritual Life

https://www.nyu.edu/students/communities-and-groups/student-diversity/spiritual-

life/religious-and-spiritual-life-on-campus.html

• Three religious centers and chaplains of many faiths• Yoga and meditation• Beautiful spaces

University-Wide Services

Wide Range of Resourceshttp://www.law.nyu.edu/graduateaffairs/nyuresources

• bike-share

• music and dance practice rooms

• activities for partners and spouses

• LGBTQ Student Center

University-Wide Services

• 8 session, non-credit Legal English class – email going out today

• Friday English Conversation groups, Mary Yepez, Language

Consultant

• English in Action (Outside Resource)

https://www.esuus.org/esu/programs/english_in_action/current-students-

and-tutors/schedule

• NYU Writing Center (University)

http://cas.nyu.edu/ewp/writing-center.html

• Speaking Freely (University) – informal classes in various languages

http://cas.nyu.edu/content/nyu-as/cas/speakingfreely.html

Language Resources

• The Docket

blogs.law.nyu.edu/docket/

Events this Week

Don’t expect emails

• Student Group Listservs (via NYU Global Home)

use NYU email address

Coases List

• OGS and Center for Student Life

newsletters via email

Accessing Information

NYU Law Website

• Law School Calendar

• Directory

• Office of Graduate Affairs

• NY Bar Exam Information

• Student-Authored Course Outlines

Accessing Information

Orientation Info – Where to Find

Graduate Affairs webpages

Orientation

http://www.law.nyu.edu/graduateaffairs

/orientation

An effective tool for

finding info on the NYU

and Law School websites

Accessing Information

Lauren Lundy, President

Shireen Lankarani, Social Chair

SBA (student government) works to:• express students’ views

• fund student groups

• sponsor social activities

• 3 LLM representatives

attend SBA meetings

share info with students

bring concerns to SBA and OGA and liaise with School administration

oversee SBA LLM budget allocation

Student Bar Association (SBA)

Orientation - Today

LLM Specialization Meetings

2:30-3:30 p.m.

Various classrooms

LLM Specialization Receptions

3:30-4:30 p.m.

Various rooms

Graduate Tax Program Advising and

Reception

(for all full-time tax students;

optional for part-time students)

3:30-6:00 p.m.

Vanderbilt Hall, Greenberg Lounge

JSD Application Information

Session

4:30-5:30 p.m.

Furman Hall, Room 334

Orientation - Tomorrow

Welcome Breakfast with NYU Law Alumni

Association

9:30-11:00 a.m.

Vanderbilt Hall, Greenberg Lounge

Coffee with Tax Alumni

(for all tax students)

9:00-10:30 a.m.

D’Agostino Hall, Lipton Hall

Tax Lunch (for full-time tax students)

12:30 -2:00 p.m.

Vanderbilt Hall, Greenberg Lounge

Intro. Exam Review (Sections 2 and 3)

11:10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Vandberbilt Hall, Rooms 218, 220

How to Survive and Thrive in Law School Classes

(Panel including JD Students)

1:45-3:00 p.m.

Vanderbilt Hall, Room 210

Pro Bono Information Session

3:00-4:00 p.m.

Vanderbilt Hall, Room 210

Making the Most Your Time In NY: Navigating US

and NY Culture

4:00-5:00 p.m.

Vanderbilt Hall, Room 210

Visit Us in OGA

Any questions/concerns during the year – come see us!

Drop-In Hours

Monday, Aug. 27 4:30 -8:00 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 28 5:00 -8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 29 2:30 -7:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 30 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

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