Diversity is foundational to our work at Roger Williams University School of Law and to the work of the US justice system. One of the ways in which diversity impacts justice is in the diversity of the judiciary. On the topic of diversity in the judiciary, Justice Sonia Sotomayor once stated, “A different perspective can permit you to more fully understand the arguments that are before you and…
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Happy summer everyone! During the summer we usually stray from legal research topics and pick a theme and stick to it for our summer posts. Last year we chose Rhode Island food (which was a fun and delicious theme!) and this summer we are choosing Rhode Island history. In every post, we will be discussing some aspect of Rhode Island history or a Rhode Islander of historic significance. To kick…
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Join us on January 30, as we commemorate Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution, in collaboration with the RWU Asian American Alliance, Asian Pacific American Law Student Association, AAPI History Museum, Japan–America Society and Black Ships Festival of Rhode Island, Inc®, Communities of Hope, Roger Williams University School of Law, and The Public Humanities & Arts…, Special Accommodations, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for an event should contact RWU Events, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made at events@rwu.edu
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Noliwe Rooks Headshot Please join Roger Williams University School of Law for our Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Lecture featuring Keynote Speaker Noliwe Rooks, a multi-methods scholar and L. Herbert Ballou University Professor in Africana Studies/Rites and Reason Theatre. Noliwe Rooks' award-winning scholarship explores how education, beauty, race, and gender both impact and…, Integrated: How Schools in America Failed Black Children,, was long listed for the 2026 Pen America Galbraith Award for Non-Fiction, and the New York Public Library named, Integrated, as a Best Book in 2025. She also earned a 2025 NAACP Image Award nomination for nonfiction for her fifth monograph,, A Passionate Mind in Relentless Pursuit: The Vision of Mary McLeod Bethune., In, 2018, ,, she earned an award for nonfiction from the Hurston/Wright Foundation for, Cutting School: The Segrenomics of American Education., She has received research funding from the Ford Foundation and the Mellon Foundation among others. She lectures frequently at colleges and universities around the country and is a contributor to popular outlets such as , The New York Times, , , The Washington Post, , , The Chronicle of Higher Education, Time Magazine, and , NPR, . Inducted into the Society of American Historians, and Morehouse College’s Society of Fellows in 2025, her most recent book,, Integrated, is about how the implementation of integration/desegregation strategies impacted Black children and communities, and explores four generations of her family history with education in the United States. There will be a reception following the lecture. Register for Lecture, Special Accommodations, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for an event should contact the Office of Diversity, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made ssagna@rwu.edu
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Roger Williams University School of Law presents:, How has Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG) inspired me? Essay/Art Contest, RWU Law RBG Contest Submission Link, Categories:, Elementary School (Grades K-5), Create an original piece of artwork that symbolizes How has RBG inspired me? Artwork may not be traced or copied. Only original works will be accepted. No clipart. Give your artwork a title. Place title at the top of your page. Use materials that you have. i.e., pencil, crayons, watercolor, and markers. Paper size: 8 ½ x 11”. Artwork submissions may be photographed or scanned and then uploaded.…, Middle School (Grades 6-8), Create an original essay on How has RBG inspired me? The essay title should be at the top of page one. Limited to one page, double spaced (about 250 words), High School (Grades 9-12), Create an original essay on How has RBG inspired me? The essay title should be at the top of page one. Limited to two pages, double spaced (about 500 words) Instructions for All Categories: The essay/artwork title should be at the top of page one. Submissions may be uploaded and submitted via the link on this page. Artwork may be scanned. Mailed entries will not be considered. Submissions must…, I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark, by Debbie Levy Middle School (Grades 6-8): $200 and one copy of, Notorious RBG Young Readers' Edition: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, by Irin Carmon & Shana Knizhnik High School (Grades 9-12): $300 and one copy of, Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, by Irin Carmon & Shana Knizhnik All winning submissions will be featured on the Roger Williams University School of Law website and announced at the annual Women in Law Leadership Lecture to be held in the Spring of 2026. Winning submissions will need to present a W-9 to claim their prizes. Winners consent to submit a quality photograph of themselves to be used in print and social media.…, RBG Curriculum Resources, Meet the 2025 Winners, Questions may be directed to RBGessay@rwu.edu
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This time of year is often associated with gratitude and peace. For students, this time of year is often associated with stress and finals. It can be an extremely challenging time for law students. Many people have their own ways of dealing with stress. You often hear the terms “self-care” and “student wellness” during this time. It is important to take care of yourself, especially during times…, Listen to your body, . Being focused on your studies may lead to not fulfilling your basic needs. Use the, HALT, method to address your needs., HALT, stands for, Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired, . Are you, Hungry, - Make sure to eat while you are studying hard. Try to choose healthy foods that will improve your mood and give you energy. Food for Thought: 10 Tips for Better Nutrition in Law School offers 10 suggestions to help you maintain a healthy diet during the stress of law school. Stay hydrated. Symptoms of dehydration include headache, muscle cramps, sleepiness, lack of energy, and irritability. To…, Angry, or, Lonely, ? Try to identify why you are feeling this emotion so you can address it. Asking for help is difficult, but remember your family, friends, and the RWU Law community all want you to succeed. You may need to take a break or talk things through with a friend, family member, or someone else. The Counseling Center on campus is available on weekdays from 8:30am to 5:00pm and has services available when…, Tired, ? You may be physically, mentally, and/or emotionally tired. Take a break; close your eyes and take a deep breath; go for a quick walk; grab a bite to eat; head to bed early and wake up ready to go. “’Cramming’ information and sleep deprivation reduce your academic performance.” This article in Vital Record from Texas A&M Health explains why an all-nighter will not help your academic…, YOU, to manage stress and maintain your wellness, especially when you may feel overwhelmed. Remember the Law Librarians are here to answer your questions or to help point you in the right direction, just Ask a Librarian. Good luck with your finals!
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The Bar Exam, The bar exam is offered twice per year – once in February and once in July. It is generally a two-day examination, although it lasts three days in some jurisdictions. There are two types of bar exams: UBE (Uniform Bar Examination) and non-UBE. UBE exams are always the last Tuesday and Wednesday of February and July. Most non-UBE jurisdictions follow the UBE’s schedule., Bar Exam Application, Every state has its own application and materials to apply to sit for the bar exam, so the relevant forms and materials can be found on the states Board of Bar Examiners website. Many states allow e-filing of applications now, so you will need to create an account with the state’s servicer. Some states require that all materials, bar exam application and character and fitness application, be…
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As a 1L you learn all about citator services. You even learn a new verb, “Shepardize.” But as you get to the end of the year you may have a class where the law librarians introduced you to Fastcase. According to their website, Fastcase “was established in 1999 to democratize the law and encourage smarter legal practice with data and visualization tools.” One of the tools available in Fastcase…
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Congratulations to the Class of 2022 on completing your work here at RWU Law. Your class spent most of its time studying and learning during a global pandemic and still you have reached this milestone. We look forward to celebrating with you ! It is important for you to take some time to enjoy your accomplishment and think about what you have just finished. Your 1L year, widely considered the…
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