The sunny, moderately warm weather could not have provided a more perfect setting for Commencement exercises here Friday, as Roger Williams University School of Law’s Class of 2021 participated in an in-person Grad Walk, followed by a virtual ceremony in which a pioneering jurist urged the 153 graduates to “advocate for causes that you firmly believe in” and “educate where you can make a…
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This event will feature a presentation by Professor Kathy Thompson, Director of the Academic Success Program. The presentation will be followed by a BBQ where you can meet your classmates. We invite you to experience this event in-person. , Proof of vaccine will be required, ., If you cannot attend in person, don't worry, Professor Thompson's presentation will also be available to stream., Admitted students will receive registration information via email.
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Greetings from the Legal Beagle! The days are warming up and it is the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy some live music. There are many options, so here’s a few to get you started! Newport is home to the ultimate in outdoor music, the iconic Newport Jazz and Folk Festivals . Located in Fort Adams on Narragansett Bay with wrap-around views of the Newport Bridge, the location cannot be beat…
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Roger Williams University School of Law is proud to announce that Ralph E. Tavares, Jr., Director of Diversity and Outreach, was awarded the Dean’s Distinguished Service Award for his outstanding contributions to the law school. “Ralph’s work as our Director of Diversity and Outreach has been essential to our success this year,” Dean Bowman noted in a letter announcing the award to law school…
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Orientation is, in-person, and, mandatory, for all incoming students. Orientation will be held from August 11 to August 13 from 9am-5pm for the fall 2021 entering class. Any questions regarding Orientation should be directed to Lorraine Lalli , Assistant Dean of Students. Incoming students should visit the Accepted Students website for important information and updates. RWU School of Law Orientation Schedule RWU MSL Orientation Schedule…
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Hello again from the Legal Beagle! Did you know that Rhode Island has spectacular coastline? One truly unique way to see stunning views of Narragansett Bay is to go on a Rail Explorers tour! The Legal Beagle hoped to do some paws on research, but because these tours are so popular, we had to dig from afar. Book ahead if you are interested! So, what is a rail explorer? A rail explorer is a pedal…
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This Saturday we mark Juneteenth. As a law school located in Bristol, Rhode Island, it is important for all of us here to reflect upon the town in which our institution resides—and where many of us (myself included) have chosen to make our homes. The Town of Bristol is visually breathtaking, with a classic, small-town New England feel and stunning maritime vistas at every turn. Yet the history of…, is, that. Yet this date is also a reminder of deferred justice for those who continue to chase true freedom. It is important for us to remember this deferral of justice, because our country continues to live amid the pernicious fallout of Chattel Slavery. In the 156 years between that day in 1865 and today, we have witnessed repeated and ongoing deferrals and denials of justice, and of life itself,…
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Sponsored by the Student Bar Association 6:30 PM Meet & Greet 7:30 PM Dinner and Dancing Omni Providence Hotel One West Exchange Street Providence, Rhode Island , Tickets are sold out., OVERNIGHT SPECIAL ROOM RATE: A limited number of overnight rooms are available at a reduced nightly rate of $119 at the Omni Providence Hotel. Reservations may be made directly by calling Omni Reservations Line at 1-402-952-6646 and mentioning the 2022 RWU Law Barrister’s Ball Room Block or by clicking the following link: OMNI HOTEL OVERNIGHT SPECIAL ROOM RATE , All room reservations must be made before Wednesday, January 19, 2022., GUEST ATTENDEES: Guests of RWU Law students are required to produce a negative COVID test result prior to the SBA Barrister's Ball. Tests must dated Wednesday, February 16, 2022 or later, and uploaded here . Rapid and PCR tests accepted. Guests who do not submit a negative COVID test will not be permitted to attend. Please email lawevents@rwu.edu with any questions. TICKET REFUND POLICY: RWU Law…, Masks are required when not actively eating or drinking., Special Accommodations, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for this event should contact the Office of Programs & Events at lawevents@rwu.edu , as soon as possible, but no later than 72 business hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements may be made.
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Marianna Nava, a rising second-year law student at Roger Williams University School of Law, has been selected to receive a Federal Magistrate Judges Association (FMJA) Fellowship in the program’s inaugural year. “For the first time, four law students of diverse backgrounds have been named as FMJA Fellows,” said FMJA President and Chief U.S. Magistrate Judge Deborah Smith. Beginning this month,…
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The Legal Beagle is hungry! Did you know Rhode Islanders LOVE food? Rhode Island is home to some of the best eats anywhere and a great way to sample the deliciousness is food trucks. The variety is astounding, from Rhode Island specialties--fresh shucked oysters, frozen lemonade and lobster rolls-- to burgers, grilled cheese, poke, bbq, crepes, wings, tacos, gyros, Pad Thai, shaved ice-- and so…
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