Plunkett Cooney to issue diversity scholarships to law school students
Plunkett Cooney will select three diverse law school students who participate in its Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) essay program to receive $2,500 diversity scholarships.
“We are excited to launch this year’s scholarship program,” said the firm’s director of Diversity & Inclusion, Laurel McGiffert. “We are looking for diverse students who truly understand the importance of, and who are committed to, improving diversity and inclusion within the legal industry. Our essay review panel members are really looking forward to reading the essays that are submitted.”
The program began Friday and is open to all diverse students currently enrolled in an accredited law school. For purposes of the scholarship program, “diverse students” include, but are not limited to, applicants based on race, ethnicity, nationality, gender identity, LGBTQIA+ identity, disability and neurodivergence. Participants have until June 23 to submit their essays, which must address the following prompt:
Share an experience you have had, challenge you have overcome, triumph you have enjoyed, or aspect of your background that has influenced your pursuit of a career in law. How has that experience impacted your approach to advancing the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion as you enter the legal profession?
The firm has created a Diversity & Inclusion Scholarship website to assist students with their essay and personal information submissions.
It can be accessed at https://plunkett cooney.isolvedhire.com/apply/0-0.php. Questions about the scholarship program application process can be directed to Jennifer Barczak at (248) 901-4084; jbar czak@plunkettcooney.com.
Michigan Judicial Council seeking public comments for May meeting
The Michigan Judicial Council is seeking public comments for its next meeting conducted online Thursday, May 11, from 4 to 5 p.m. via Zoom. The council will receive written comments and oral testimony on its Strategic Agenda, Operational Plan, and 2022 Annual Report.
The council is charged with making recommendations to the Michigan Supreme Court on matters pertinent to the administration of justice, including developing a strategic agenda for the judicial branch and suggesting proposals that would enhance the work of all courts.
Those who would like to submit comments for the May 11 meeting should visit www.courts.michigan.gov/administration/special-initiatives/mjc and complete the fillable PDF form.
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