2023-2024 Academic Year Events & Programs

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August 2023
JD Concentrator Alumni Happy HourOn August 10, 2023, we hosted a happy hour at SPIN DC for alumni who graduated with a JD Concentration in Government Procurement Law between 2019-2023. CLICK HERE for the event photos.
6pm-8pmPrivate Event
15
August 2023
Online Government Procurement LLM/MSL OrientationThis session will provide an overview of our Program and tips for success for our incoming online LLM and MSL candidates. It is also a great opportunity for you to get to know your future professors and ask any questions you may have about the Program, courses, or the Law School.
6:00pmVirtual
17
August 2023
On-Campus Government Procurement LLM/MSL OrientationThis session will provide an overview of our Program and tips for success for our incoming on-campus LLM and MSL candidates. It is also a great opportunity for you to get to know your future professors and ask any questions you may have about the Program, courses, or the Law School.
3:00pmLerner 202
7
September 2023
Government Procurement Law is….Please join the GW Law Government Procurement Law Program & Government Contracts Student Association for our first event of the year to learn about this diverse and nearly recession-proof field of law. Hear from a panel of distinguished practitioners while enjoying Takorean for dinner. Learn More and Register HERE.
5:00pmFCC
9
September 2023
PCLJ OrientationThe Public Contract Law Journal (PCLJ) welcomes its newest members for a full-day orientation. Event limited to current PCLJ members.
8:30amSCC
12
September 2023
GCSA General Body MeetingPlease join the Government Contracts Student Association (GCSA) for their first general body meeting of the semester. Details forthcoming. Register HERE.
8:00pmSCC
12
September 2023
Webinar — Opening Borders: Access2ProcurementPlease join the GW Law Government Procurement Law Program for a free webinar on the European Union’s efforts to simplify vendor qualification through the Access2Procurement tool. The tool — which now covers the United States too — allows vendors to check if they may participate in a public procurement competition outside the EU, quickly and simply. REGISTER HERE
9:00amVirtual
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September2023
Ethical Dilemmas in the Global Defense IndustryPlease join the GW Law Government Procurement Law Program and Defense Industry Initiative, in kind cooperation with the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Ethics and the Rule of Law, on September 14, 2023 for a free, half-day event to celebrate the publication of a new book, Ethical Dilemmas in the Global Defense IndustryRegister HERE.
9am-2pmMoot Court & Tasher
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October2023
Career Opportunities in Internal Investigations & CompliancePlease join us at the offices of Blank Rome LLP for a panel discussion and networking reception about career opportunities in internal investigations and compliance.  This panel discussion will bring a diverse range of both in-house and outside counsel perspectives on careers in investigations and compliance, and the skills and experiences that can help attorneys become effective advisors in this important area. A networking reception will follow. Register HERE. [Event is limited to current GW Law students]

6:00pmBlank Rome LLP, 1825 I St NW, Washington, DC
19
October2023
Spring 2024 Government Procurement LLM & MSL Course Advising SessionOn October 19, GW Law Government Procurement Law Program faculty will host a virtual Q&A session for Government Procurement LLMs and MSLs where we will discuss Spring 2024 course offerings, LLM and MSL degree requirements, and provide guidance regarding course planning as you prepare for spring pre-registration. This event is limited to current GW Law Government Procurement LLM and MSL candidates. More information coming soon!
12:00 – 1:00pmVirtual
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October2023
Government Procurement & Cybersecurity: Learn about opportunities in this “in-demand” area of the lawOn October 24, 2023, the GW Law Government Procurement & National Security, Cybersecurity & Foreign Relations Law Programs will host a program to celebrate our MSL degree and new JD Concentration in Government Procurement & Cybersecurity Law. Students will hear from a panel of expert practitioners about this fascinating and in-demand area of the law. Associate Deans Tillipman & Schenck will also share information the program requirements and provide guidance regarding course planning as students prepare for spring pre-registration. REGISTER HERE.
12:00 – 1:00pmSCC
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October2023
Government Procurement Academic Advising for JD CandidatesJD candidates: Join us on October 26th to learn about how you can benefit from taking classes or concentrating in this in-demand practice area. The event will assist students with course planning, career advising, and provide information for students interested in the field of government procurement law. Meet with faculty for a lunchtime Q&A session to learn about the JD Concentration in Government Procurement Law. REGISTER HERE
12:30 – 1:30pmL201
13
November2023
GCSA Exam ReviewAs the exam period approaches, please join the Government Contracts Student Association (GCSA) for an exam review session that will introduce students to the GW Law outline bank, go over strategies for taking government procurement law course exams, and include a Q&A portion. More details to come. This event is limited to current GW Law students.
8:00 pmTBD
17
November2023
Government Procurement LLM & MSL Virtual Happy HourPlease join the GW Law Government Procurement Law Faculty and fellow MSL and LLM classmates for a virtual happy hour. We hope this will be a time for you to connect with your peers and professors as we toast to a new school year and have fun with a round of trivia. This event is limited to current GW Law Government Procurement LLM and MSL students.
7:00 pmVirtual
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January2024
Careers in Government Contract Technology and AIPlease join the GW Law Government Procurement Law Program & Government Contracts Student Association’s first event of the semester. The event will be hosted at Crowell & Moring’s DC office and will feature Crowell attorneys, as well as in-house counsel from Google, Microsoft and Amazon.
5:00 pm1001 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
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February2024
Rethinking “Value for Money” (Best Value) in Government ProcurementPlease join the GW Law Government Procurement Law Program for a free, 90-minute webinar, featuring a panel of sustainable procurement experts discussing the important issues acquisition professionals will encounter as they try to address the harms associated with climate change. Learn More and Register HERE.
12:00 pmVirtual
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February2024
Reshaping Federal DebarmentPlease join the GW Law Government Procurement Law Program for a free, one-hour webinar on a new proposed rule that may reshape the U.S. federal debarment system. An expert panel will discuss key aspects of the proposed rule in an open, interactive session. Learn More and Register HERE.
9:00 amVirtual
21
March2024
Government Procurement Academic Advising for JD CandidatesJoin us on March 21 at 11am in STU201 for an academic advising session in advance of Fall ’24 pre-registration. We will discuss fall courses, career & internship opportunities, and concentration requirements. REGISTER.
11-12 ETSTU201
21
March2024
Government Procurement Academic Advising for LLM & MSL CandidatesWe will be hosting an academic advising session for Government Procurement LLM and MSL candidates on Thursday, March 21st from 12:30-1:30pm ET via Zoom. We will discuss new course offerings and I will provide course planning guidance for Summer ’24 and Fall ’24.
12:30-1:30 ETVirtual
22
March2024
Government Procurement LLM & MSL Virtual Happy HourPlease join Please join the GW Law Government Procurement Law Faculty and fellow MSL and LLM classmates for a virtual happy hour. We hope this will be a time for you to connect with your peers and professors as we toast to a new school year and have fun with a round of trivia. Registration information coming soon. This event is limited to current GW Law Government Procurement LLM and MSL students.
7pm ETVirtual
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March2024
2024 Arnold & Porter Government Contracts Moot Court Competition: Final Round & ReceptionPlease join us for the final round of the 2024 Arnold & Porter Government Contracts Moot Court Competition. More information coming soon.
TBDTBD
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April 2024
Government Procurement Alumni & Student Happy HourPlease join the GW Law Government Procurement Law Program for happy hour on April 1, 2024 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Meet and catch up with fellow GW Law alumni, students, and faculty at Tonic at Quigley’s. Register HERE.
5-7pmTonic at Quigleys