Alternative Career Advice

Susan Gainen's blog, Pass the Baton, has recently posted several pieces on alternative careers. The two pieces of advice which always stick out in my mind are that an alternate career for a lawyer is a traditional career for someone else and that in-depth self-assessment will provide applicants greater satisfaction as they search.

ABA Journal Blawg 100

The ABA Journal has posted its 2009 Blawg 100 list, which includes some new entries, as well as old stand-bys. For the first time, this annual list also includes whether there is an associated Twitter account, providing you the headlines for not only the news from the blawg, but also often other related news from other sources. Check it out today!

Public Policy Handbook Has Been Released!

The Public Policy Handbook has been released! This resource will help students and alumni identify internship and fellowship opportunities in various policy areas and arenas. Please login to Symplicity for the login and password information, which can be found in the Announcements page. The Handbook has several appendices to help you use the guide the most effectively, depending on your status and interests.