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Since 1999, the Faculty of Law has included the provision of legal assistance as apart ofits study programme, overseen by the Centre for Legal Practice and Assistance (the Centre). The course is offered in thesecond year of the Bachelor of Laws programme. Theprincipal aim of the Centre is toprovide studentswith the opportunity togain practical experience during their studies byoffering free legal assistance to low-incomeindividuals. At the start of thecourse’s students receive introductory lectures on the basic principles of the Centre, interviewing techniques, legal ethics, legal research, time management, and other topics. These classes aredelivered by guest lecturers from the Centre, who are often practising lawyersable to bridge theoryand practice and share their work experience. The Centre requires students tomaintain strict discipline, attend lectures and seminars, and submit regular reports. By mid-October, students start meeting clients and working on real cases

for participation in the 46th International Physics Olympiad in Mumbai, India, representing Latvia. The Olympiad will take place in July5-12, 2015. During the event, the lecturers of the University of Latvia participate in the creation and translation of the set of tasks, as well as correct and defend the works of Latvian students. Participation in the World Olympiad is organized by the UL Faculty of Physics and Mathematics, Department of Physicsin cooperation with the State Education and Content Center. The support provided to the Olympiad is administered by the ULFoundation. Bronze for Latvian students at the International Physics Olympiad in Mumbai! UL Open Minded lectures 2015 "Nordea Banka"provides support in the amount of EUR 5,000 for the ongoing lecture course "Argumentation and Critical Thinking" at ULOpen Minded, which takes place in April-June 2015. Winners of the business project competition of the UL Business Incubator program "Student Entrepreneur Spirit" 2015 On June 8, 2015

Univ. of Latvia House of Letters and the Academic Square The UL Academic Square will unite all three new buildings of the University of Latvia – the House of Nature, the House of Science and the House of Letters. A large staircase with about 50 steps will lead to the academic square, which will be a symbol of knowledge. It is planned to build a hydrogen laboratory under the area in the area of approximately 20 m 2 , which will be visible through a glazed wall on the slope of the area. Establishment of the Themis statue in the Univ. of Latvia For five years, a statue of the ancient Greek goddess of justice, Themis, was located in the historic building of the University of Latvia, which is also a shelter to the UL Faculty of Law. Over time, it became one of the symbols of Latvia's largest legal "forge". In the summer of 2017, the owner of the statue moved it to the previous exhibition site at the House of Blackheads. Univ. of Latvia Faculty of Law hopes to celebrate its centenary

and study years, many of them - in the mixed choir "Juventus" of the University of Latvia, under the artistic direction of the current leaders - Juris Kļaviņš and Ilze Dzērve. The choir has successfully participated in Latvian-wide choir competitions, but so far it has not had the opportunity to show itself and thus also represent the University of Latvia in international competitions. UL Faculty of History and Philosophy research for the development of historical science Richards Zariņš's children - Antra, Bertrams and Kristaps - have created a fund in memoriam of their father. The goal of the support is to promote the development of history science in Latvia - to support history students and researchers in the development and publication of various studies. In 2013/2014 the academic year, the project was supported by the patron(USD 25,000). Prof. Kārlis Dišlers XV Moot Court in constitutional law 2014 Prof. Kārlis Dišlers XV Moot Court in constitutional law took place for the 15

Other types of support: Legal Clinic of the Faculty of Law of UL provides free of charge legal assistance to Ukrainian refugees. Please, write an e-mail to zile@lu.lv or call (+371) 67034591 UL Students’ Council offers students an opportunity to participate in varioussocial events and activities, as well as to join the WhatsApp group chat of the UA community at UL. Information about social events and other activities can be found at: www.instagram.com/ul_isc/ (Instagram) and www.facebook.com/studentscouncilul/ (Facebook) In the Whatsapp group chat, you can find out about various job offers for Ukrainian students and quickly access important information. Join the WhatsApp group chat of the Ukrainian community at UL by e-mailing your name and telephone to lusp@lusp.lv Funds collected at the UL charity concert “For the Freedom of Ukraine” are to be spent on additional support soon. Donations are still being accepted at the site Support

The patroness Anna Justīne Čakste-Rollins (1936) was born in Riga. Her grandfather is the first president of the Republic of Latvia Jānis Čakste, the father Konstantīns is a professor at the University of Latvia Faculty of Law. In 1944, together with her mother and sister, Anna Justīne fled to Sweden, and later to the United States, where she resides today. The patroness has been awarded the status of an honorary member of the University of Latvia. "I am particularly gratified to help people to obtain higher education – they are the future of our country. An educated society and enlightened citizens will be able to bring Latvia’s name in the world, creating a brighter future. Education and determination are a way to overcome poverty and deprivation. That’s how it was in the past, that’s how it is today, and that’s how it will remain in the future," these are the words of the patroness Anna J. Čakste-Rollins spoken to the scholars. Since 1992, in co-operation with the Latvian Red

, discussions and various training programs. UL Seniors Association is an association of university long-term teachers and employees, which unites more than 300 volunteer members who have retired and want to maintain ties with UL, feel like full members of the former team and live a full social life. UL Faculty of Computer Science "Pre-Aristotle 2011" The introductory event of the Faculty of Computer Science "Pre-Aristotle 2011" is organized with the aim to introduce and unite the new first-year students of the Faculty of Computer Science before the start of studies, to acquaint them with the faculty, University of Latvia traditions and opportunities. This event at the Faculty of Computer Science was established in 2010, when for the first time freshmen before the Aristotle Festival were invited to participate in the event at their faculty - listen to lecturers and students, prepare slogans and posters for Aristotle's procession and get to know each other. Such an event is very necessary

and Twitter . This year's trialtook place on October 25. The projectwas supported by the patrons "Tark Grunte Sutkiene"(EUR 400), "Sorainen"(EUR 300), "RSP and Partners"(EUR 500) and "LAWIN"(EUR 300). Installation of a speaker system at the UL Faculty of Law Since 2011, 10% of the income fromthe copies sold of KonstantīnsČakste's work "Civil Law" is donated to the UL Faculty of Law- this gift was provided by the patron Anna Čakste-Rollins. Until 1 November 2014, the total amount donated is EUR 1,002.86. The purpose of the donation in 2014 is to improve the technical provision of the study programs of the UL Faculty of Law. Until now, the implementation ofthe faculty's study and distance education programs with a visual presentation has not provided high-quality audio accompaniment. With the purchased speaker system (speakers) with IFP technology for good sound accompaniment, students, lecturers and guests of the UL Faculty of Lawcan ensure more full-fledged lectures and listeners receive

Laura Kadile is Doctor of Science in Law (Ph.D.) andresearcher at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Latvia. To date, L.Kadile has gained her experience in legal practice while working for an office of sworn advocates in fields of civil, commercial and administrative law, giving lectures and seminars to the students – future lawyers, doctors. L.Kadile takes an active part in international mobility programs, scientific conferences at the national and international level, as well as prepares and publishes scientific papers. Recent publications cover the legal capacity to act and decision making capacity in Latvian patients’ rights law, the role of the expression of will in legal transactions. Her research activities involve the development of a new legal doctrine in Latvia for fuller protection of patients with limited decision-making capacity. Laura Kadile has received several scholarships and awards for her research: 1) Timermanis Scholarship for Competitiveness Research