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Alpha Theta
ALPHA THETA
Fall 2021
APPLICATIONS DUE 9/8/2021 11:59PM
EVENTS
Attend a minimum of 2 rush events. If you are unable to attend the minimum number of events, please contact us at sigmaalphanu.cal@gmail.com to discuss accommodations.
INTERVIEWS
Complete three interviews: informal coffee chat, individual interview, and group interview. Accommodations for formal wear are available.
Sign up links are below!
APPLICATION
Complete the application by the deadline. The application will include your resume, transcript, and a written portion. Plan ahead and apply as soon as possible!
RUSH TIMELINE
RUSH PROCESS BEGINS MON 8/30
The rush process begins. Applications and coffee chats are now live! Join our mailing list for updates on the rush process!
MEET THE CHAPTER MON 8/30
Come to our first infosession to get to know Sigma Alpha Nu and meet the active body!
Dress Code: Campus Casual
Location: Wheeler 200
Time: 8PM PT
LEGAL NIGHT THURS 9/2
Come to our first infosession to get to know Sigma Alpha Nu and meet the active body!
Dress Code: Campus Casual
Location: Wheeler 200
Time: 8PM PT
PROFESSIONAL NIGHT TUES 9/7
COFFEE CHAT DEADLINE MON 9/6
Attend our legal speaker panel and (optional) drop off your resume for feedback before the application deadline!
Dress Code: Business Professional
Location: Wheeler 200
Time: 8PM PT
Make sure to have completed your coffee chat (informal interview) by Mon 9/6 11:59PM.
SOCIAL NIGHT WED 9/8
Get to know our members in a more casual setting and get a taste of SAN's social scene!
Dress Code: Campus Casual
Location: Wheeler 200
Time: 8PM PT
APPLICATION DEADLINE WED 9/8
Submit your completed application in the link below.
Time: Due Wed. 9/8/2021 11:59PM
GROUP INTERVIEW THURS 9/9 — SAT 9/11
Group interviews are a chance for us to assess your logical reasoning, argumentative skills, and teamwork capabilities.
Dress Code: Business Professional
Location: TBA
Time: Friday Evening
INDIVIDUAL INTERVIEW SAT 9/11— SUN 9/12
We want to know you more in a more individual setting. We will be discussing your resume and your application more in-depth.
Dress Code: Business Professional
Location: TBA
Time: Saturday Afternoon
SUMMARY OF DEADLINES
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9/5/2021 11:59PM
Coffee Chats (Informal Interviews) Sign Ups
9/6/2021 11:59PM
Coffee Chats (Informal Interviews) Completion
9/8/2021 11:59PM
Application Deadline
9/8/2021 11:59PM
Individual & Group Interview Sign Ups
ACCOMODATIONS
Sigma Alpha Nu recognizes the need for accommodations. If you are unable to attend minimum rush events, prepare formal business attire, or have concerns regarding dues, please email us. We would love to do everything we can to support you in this process. Here in Sigma Alpha Nu, we believe that financial or circumstantial burden should never be a barrier to achieving success or pursuing one's passion.
FAQ
What materials do I need for my application to join SAN?
You will need your resume, your transcript, and your answer to the essay questions. Please make sure to submit your application on this link before 11:59PM PST 9/8. Any late applications will not be considered.
What are the requirements to be considered as a candidate?
Attend at least 2 out of the 4 rush events.
Submit the application before the deadline.
Conduct both the informal and formal interview.
Do I have to be pre-law?
No! Our members are comprised of intelligent individuals interested in a wide range of careers, including business, environmental science, politics, engineering, media, education, and a variety of other non-legal professions.
What will I gain from joining SAN?
You will gain a variety of professional and leadership skills; here is a list of just a few of them:
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Public Speaking
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Mock Trial/Debates
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Job/Internship Interview Technique and Etiquette
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Critical/Analytical Thinking
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Basic Law School Knowledge
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Team Management
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Leadership Skills
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Effective Oral/Written Communication
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Organization Skills
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Time Management
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Professional/Social Networking Skills
I am worried about the time commitment. How can I manage my time during the pledging period?
You are not alone! Part of your first semester at SAN is built to help you become better at time management, which is a valuable skill to have in both your academic and professional life. Although the pledging process is meant to challenge you, the entire active body of SAN will be a supporting network that will guide you through these challenges.
Does SAN have a GPA requirement?
SAN has a GPA requirement of 3.0 or above. We encourage applicants to still apply as this is not a hard cut-off! We are more than willing to and have made many exceptions in the past. If this is a concern, please feel free to reach out to our email or any of our active members to discuss further!