Mason Law Library

Law Library Hours – Intersession

gmathapo — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:32:39 +0000

The Law Library hours during Intersession (Monday, May 14th – Friday, May 18th) are as follows: Monday – Friday: 8am – 6pm Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED until August Law School Orientation Thank you, Law Library Staff … Continue reading →

How to Cite A Tweet

ymorais — Mon, 07 May 2012 17:34:00 +0000

Here is a useful blog post on how to cite a tweet:

http://mediaspecialistsguide.blogspot.com/2012/04/do-your-students-know-how-to-cite-tweet.html

Exam Answer Tips From Law Professors

Brittany — Tue, 01 May 2012 15:43:48 +0000

Are you looking for some last minute advice on how to do well on your exams? The Legal Skills Prof Blog talked to five law professors to get their answers on what makes a good exam answer. In short, a these professors say an answer should: be evaluative, answer the question, say what the law is and then apply the law to the facts, get to maybe, and be rigorous and deep.

Want to know more about what these professors had to say? Go to “Law profs explain what they think makes a good final exam answer” for the full article.

Good luck on finals everyone!

ABA Guide to iPad Apps for Lawyers

Helen — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:53:48 +0000

A new ABA publication simplifies choosing iPad apps for lawyers.

It’s iPad Apps in One Hour for Lawyers by Tom Mighell,and available for purchase here.

Per the publisher:

At last count, there were more than 80,000 apps available for the iPad. Finding the best apps often can be an overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating process. iPad Apps in One Hour for Lawyers provides the “best of the best” apps that are essential for any law practice. In just one hour, you will learn about the apps most worthy of your time and attention. This book will describe how to buy, install, and update iPad apps, and help you:

Find apps to get organized and improve your productivity.

Create, manage, and store documents on your iPad.

Choose the best apps for your law office, including litigation and billing apps.

Find the best news, reading, and reference apps.

Take your iPad on the road with apps for travelers.

Maximize your social networking power.

Have some fun with game and entertainment apps during your relaxation time

Hat tip to Legal Skills Blog’s James B. Levy.

Library’s Access Policy During Reading Period and Final Exams

gmathapo — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:49:26 +0000

Please be reminded that the Mason Law Library is available for UDC School of Law students only during the reading and final exam period, which runs from Saturday, April 21st through Tuesday, May 8th. We will return to regular access on … Continue reading →

Law Library Hours – Monday, April 16th (Emancipation Day)

gmathapo — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:52:09 +0000

The Law Library will be open on Monday, April 16th (Emancipation Day): Noon – 8pm.

Thank You,

Library Staff.

2012 Spring Library Table

Han — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:34:26 +0000

Click here to see more photos on Flickr

Visit Library Tables Today in the Lobby

Helen — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 13:01:30 +0000

We are hosting library tables today in the lobby of Building 52. Stop by and chat with library staff, take a look at the study aid and bar exam materials we have, and pick up a sweet snack.

During the reading period and final exams the law library will be open early and late with our great staff to help you find what you need. And, remember, we allow food and drink (in spill resistant containers) so that you can be as comfortable as possible. The temperature in the library is perfect right now, too.

Law Library Hours – Weekend of April 6th – April 8th

gmathapo — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:22:47 +0000

The Law Library will be open for regular operating hours Easter Weekend: Friday, April 6th – Sunday, April 8th: Friday, April 6th (Good Friday): 8am -11: 30 pm Saturday, April 7th: 10 am – 10 pm Sunday, … Continue reading →

Changes in Library Access Due to Construction

ymorais — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 17:21:36 +0000

Due to construction of the UDC Student Center, effective today, there will be changes to entry and exit points near the library. Below is a notice from the University on some of the changes:

The construction of the New Student Center at The University of the District of Columbia is getting under way. The University of the District of Columbia is excited about the new building and the transformation it will bring to the campus. Starting on Wednesday, March 21st, the first phase of construction fencing will be put in place. This phase will close off the Connecticut Avenue plaza.

The closing of this area includes:

* The closing of the front sliding doors from the Connecticut Ave. to Buildings 38/39. The side entrance door to Building 38 stairwell will remain open at this time for entry and exit.

* Fencing of the front of all Building 39 and most of Building 38 along Connecticut Ave.

* The closing of escalators/steps from Level A to the front entrance of Buildings 38/39.

* A short section of the Van Ness sidewalk on the UDC side will be closed. The other sidewalk on Van Ness will remain open for access to the breezeway and the VNC buildings.

* Please note that there is an emergency exit from the library located near the restrooms. The glass double-doors should not be used to exit in an emergency.

* Also, the exit doors located on the B level stairwell in Building 39 should not be used.

Thanks for your patience.