Due to the growing concerns surrounding COVID-19, the difficult decision was made to cancel The Rhode Island Minister's Alliance 39th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Breakfast., Hosted by the Minister's Alliance of Rhode Island. Seating is limited. RWU Law students, faculty, and staff may contact Morganna Beltre at mbeltre@rwu.edu for tickets. Masks are required when not actively eating or drinking.
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Sarah Weddington, the Texas lawyer whose successful arguments before the U.S. Supreme Court in the landmark case of, Roe v. Wade, (1973) led to the legalization of abortion throughout the United States, died Sunday at her home in Austin. She was 76. Largely through the good offices of her friend, former RWU Law Careers Dean Anthony Bastone, Weddington made several appearances at RWU Law over the years. They were major events, complete with luncheons, dinners, and full-house crowds in the Selya Courtroom. “Many of our…, Roe v. Wade, before the United States Supreme Court. It was a privilege to speak with her about her storied career and her experience arguing one of the most consequential cases in American history. She made sure the next generation of lawyers – and especially, young female law students – knew the duty each of us have in becoming lawyers. In particular, she urged all of us who are willing to share in the…, Roe v. Wade, ,” said current 2L Arya Omshehe. “Her impact on reproductive justice will continue to be felt for generations. As an aspiring attorney, one can only dream of leaving a legacy as enduring as hers. I pray that the advocates of today will build upon the foundations she has laid for the freedom of tomorrow. My memory of meeting Attorney Weddington is a blessing. I am truly grateful for having met…, Sarah Weddington’s New York Times obituary can be found here ., Photos from Sarah Weddington's 2009 visit to RWU Law can be found here .
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SOL Seal, School of Law Commencement , Friday, May 20, 2022 We look forward to celebrating Commencement with the Class of 2022. Please make a note of important deadlines and other celebrations detailed below. , School of Law Honorary Degree Recipients, Rachael Splaine Rollins Rachael Splaine Rollins, United States Attorney, District of Massachusetts , The Honorable Francis X. Flaherty, The Honorable Francis X. Flaherty, Associate Justice, Rhode Island Supreme Court (Ret.) , The Honorable John J. McConnell, Jr. The Honorable John J. McConnell, Jr., Chief Judge, United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island , Due to capacity limits, each Law School Graduate will receive four guest tickets to the School of Law Ceremony and six guest tickets to the main University Ceremony. , LIVE STREAM: The School of Law Commencement Ceremony will be live streamed on Friday, May 20, 2022 at 11:30 AM. Streaming via YouTube. Link to Law Ceremony Live Stream, Here, . Family & Friends may view the stream off or on campus. Viewing will be available in the School of Law Building in Rooms 283, 262, and 286 (no tickets required)., University Commencement Class of 2022 Schedule - PHASE I, (Live Stream, Here, .), Main Commencement Ceremony: Main Athletic Field behind the Campus Recreation Center, Bristol Campus 8:00 AM – Gates open on Athletic Field for guests to be seated. Guests must be seated by 8:45 AM. 8:00 AM – Students report to Fieldhouse in the Campus Recreation Center. 8:30 AM – Instructions given to students in Fieldhouse. 8:45 AM – Processional begins from the Fieldhouse to Athletic Field (…, School of Law Ceremony Class of 2022 Schedule - PHASE II, (Live Stream, Here, .), School of Law Ceremony. Held in the Campus Recreation Center-Gym, Bristol Campus. 10:45 AM – Law students report to Fieldhouse for processional lineup. 10:45 AM – Doors open for guests to be seated. Guests must be seated by 11:15 AM. 11:30 AM – School of Law Ceremony. 12:25 PM - Recessional. 12:30 PM – Diploma Pick up. School of Law. Law 285., Regalia - , Regalia is ready for pick up! Students may pick-up during regular business hours at the Bookstore on the Bristol campus. You must have a photo ID. The bookstore will not give regalia to anyone other than the graduate. Hours are as follows: Monday - Tuesday – 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday – 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday – 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Providence Pickup – The…, RWU Law Graduate Reception, – Monday, May 16, 2022 – Save the Date for this special evening as the School of Law Dean Gregory W. Bowman, Faculty, and Staff celebrate the Class of 2022 at the Glen Manor House in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. The event will start at 4:30 PM with an awards presentation followed by hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. Invitations will be forthcoming to law graduates with an RSVP by Friday, May 6 via this…, RWU President’s Reception for Graduate Students and Law Graduate Students, – Tuesday, May 17, 2022 – All graduate students are invited to a reception with the RWU President from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM in the Global Heritage Hall, Atrium, Bristol Campus. Graduate students will receive an email invitation with an RSVP by Tuesday, May 10 to events@rwu.edu ., Commencement Boxed Lunches, Each graduating student will receive three (3) FREE lunch tickets. Boxed lunches will be provided starting at 11:00 AM through 1:30 PM on the lawn in front of Marine and Natural Science Building. Additional boxed lunches ($9.00/per lunch ticket) are also available at the above link. If you have any questions about the commencement boxed lunches, please email scolliton@rwu.edu., Special Accommodations, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for an event should contact the RWU Law Events, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made. lawevents@rwu.edu Questions? | RWU Law Events | lawevents@rwu.edu
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Professor Pouliot-Alvarez is a trial attorney with the Rhode Island Office of the Public Defender. Prior to joining the Office of the Public Defender, he was a Staff Attorney for the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and a fellow with the Rhode Island Center for Justice. He is an Army veteran and a 2015 graduate of Roger Williams University School of Law.
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Professor Goins focuses her practice on municipal and land use law. As Assistant Solicitor to several Rhode Island municipalities, her responsibilities include prosecution of misdemeanor criminal offenses, drafting ordinances, and advising municipal staff and officials on ethics, open meetings, and public records issues. She also assists private clients with obtaining land use approvals. Upon…
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Professor Yingling is an Assistant Public Defender in the appellate division of the Rhode Island Public Defender’s office where she represents indigent criminal defendants before the Rhode Island Supreme Court. Prior to joining the appellate division in 2014, Angela worked in the Public Defender’s trial division for seven years, representing both juvenile and adult clients in the District, Family…
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Welcome back to a new semester! This is not how we expected the semester to start but know that the library staff is here to help you whether classes are in person or remote. The staff and the Legal Beagle hope that you all had a wonderful break that has left you recharged and ready to go. As you start navigating your spring semester remember that we are here to support you. We offer a variety…, Did you know that most of our study aids are available in digital format, 24/7/365 with no simultaneous user limit?, If you can’t find it here, no worries, that is what Interlibrary Loan is for. While classes are remote, please reach out to us at lawlibraryhelp@rwu.edu if you need material that is only available in book form at the library. We will scan within the limits of copyright law and send the material to you. If you have any research or reference questions don’t hesitate to set up an appointment with…
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