Harvard Law School Alumni

Virtual Resources Library

Digital events are a great engagement tool, and social distancing requirements have introduced an opportunity and need to convene virtually. These resources are designed to help you host successful web meetings and events:

Google Suite

• Every HLSA Club/SIG has access to the Google Suite of Applications, which includes:
  • Google Docs – for online document sharing
  • Google Meet -  free online video or voice calls that can be used for groups of up to 100 people. It can be used on the computer, Android, iOS devices. Additionally, through September 30, 2020 Google is allowing up to 250 people join calls. 
• Please reach out to HLSA@law.harvard.edu, if you need access/reset your Google password.
• Getting started with Google Meet:
  • Quick Start Guide for hosting an HLSA meeting on Google Meet (PDF Download)
  • Google Hangouts Meet: Training and Help Guide

Zoom

• Telecommunication platform
• See here for additional details on pricing and capabilities
• Getting started with Zoom
  • Zoom Meeting - Security Checklist for Hosts
  • Zoom Meeting -  Board and Committee Meeting Instructions
  • Zoom Events - Meeting Host Instructions
  • Zoom Events - Webinar Host Instructions
  • Zoom Help Center
• Harvard Law School Campus Zoom Backgrounds

AlumniMagnet - Club & SIG Websites

• Your regular Club/SIG website can continued to be used for posting virtual events and sending out emails
• AlumniMagnet Training Sessions
• How to Add a Virtual Location to an Event

Utilize your current social media channels 

• Promote timely conversations on your social media channels to encourage a sense of community
• Share a Club/SIG posts on HLSA social media account to grow visibility:
  • HLSA Facebook
  • HLSA LinkedIn

The Alumni Relations Office has also created a new communication tool for all Club/SIG Presidents, a “Presidents Forum” on alumni.law.harvard.edu. This Forum is a private discussion board where all Presidents can share their questions, best practices, and thoughts.
 

 Please log into the website with your HarvardKey and then use the direct link to the Forum:

https://www.alumni.law.harvard.edu/PresidentsForum
 

**Please note, HarvardKey is required for access to the Forum. If you need to claim or reset your HarvardKey, please email alumrec@law.harvard.edu.