Final exams, graduation, summer jobs, externships, and bar exams are just around the corner. Below you will find information to help you during these stressful and hectic times as well as helpful reminders. Take a pause and consider this:, Seek Nature., There are flowers to smell and sunshine to absorb. You may think you don’t have time for flowers and sunshine. You need them more now than ever. “ Spending time in nature can help relieve stress and anxiety, improve your mood, and boost feelings of happiness and wellbeing. ” A little time enjoying the benefits of nature, sunshine, fresh air, and flowers, is time well spent. , Take a Relaxing Walk., Check out the law library’s guide on Stress Management, Mindfulness and Wellness . The section on Reflective Spaces at RWU includes some images of lovely locations on campus to absorb nature. The campus has nice views and relaxing walks just right for a beautiful spring day. If you are not on campus, a walk around your block, a neighborhood park, or even just your yard can be a pleasant and…, Breathe Deep, . Deep breathing is a good way to lower stress in the body., Exercise, . Beyond practicing deep abdominal breathing, there are other ways you can let go of some stress and anxiety this finals season. One way is through exercise ., Address your Basic Needs., Remember to 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; it stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired. These four states can affect your mood and behavior, ultimately damaging your work. , Talk to Someone., If you need someone to talk to during exam times, or any other time, please contact the RWU Counseling Center., In the Library:, To help ease exam period tension, the library will again show live streams of cute baby animals in our main computer classroom during reading days and finals. Whether you prefer snuggly puppies, mewling kittens, polar bears, or coral reefs, we have got you covered! Please stop by the main computer classroom; you’ll ooh and ahh over our furry friends. If you are planning on booking study rooms ,…, Summer Access and Graduate Access:, Returning students will have summer access to licensed digital resources, including Westlaw and Lexis. Students can use these resources for summer coursework, research assistant assignments, Moot Court and Law Review research, non-profit work, clinical work, and externships sponsored by the school. For workplace-related research, students should check with their employer. Some employers prefer…
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Most law students agree, having a job when you are done with law school is preferable to not having a job. But how does one go about getting a job? One great resource is the RWU Office of Career Development . Dean Paricio and the career development team are here to help you land your dream law job. How will they do that? The Office of Career Development provides opportunities to meet with…
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This one-hour continuing legal education session invites Rhode Island lawyers into a grounded, evidence-informed exploration of the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S) movement. According to the statistics, 4 out of 5 of Indigenous women experience some form of violence in their lifetime. Still further, Indigenous women face murder rates more…, Meet the Speaker, Jennifer Rawlings, Esq., Co-Director, The Center for Indigenous Peoples Rights (CIPR) Seaconke Wampanoag Tribe Jennifer Rawlings Jennifer Rawlings is a Senior Contracts Manager at Yale University and the Co- Director at the Center for Indigenous Peoples Rights, a non-profit, Indigenous-led organization the provides low cost legal services to Indigenous peoples and communities. She enjoys providing critical national…, Meet the Moderator, Nicole P. Dyszlewski, Assistant Dean of Academic Innovation, Roger Williams University School of Law Nicole P. Dyszlewski Nicole’s work centers on building a more inclusive and equitable legal system. Her areas of focus include DEIB pedagogy in law schools, mass incarceration, and access to information— topics where she brings both a lawyer’s insightful analysis and a librarian’s relentless curiosity. Nicole is the…, Rhode Island MCLE Credit, This program is approved for one DEI Rhode Island MCLE Credit., CLE Program Registration, $40 Registration/One RI MCLE DEI Credit $25 RWU Law Alumni $25 Non-profit/Government Complimentary RWU Law Students Complimentary RWU Law Faculty & Administration Register - RWU Law March 30 CLE Program, Sponsorship, This program is co-sponsored by the Rhode Island Women's Bar Association. Rhode island Women's Bar Association, Cancellation & Refund Policy, RWU Law CLE Program cancellations received by Wednesday, March25, 2026 are eligible to receive a full refund less a $5 administrative fee. Cancellations received after the stated deadline will not be eligible for a refund. Cancellations are accepted via email at lawevents@rwu.edu
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What would Halloween be without costumes? The National Retail Foundation estimates that Americans will spend 3.3 billion dollars on costumes this Halloween. Where did this love for costumes come from that has fueled a multi-billion dollar industry? Historians consider the Celtic Pagan festival of Samhain which dates back over 2,000 years ago as the precursor to Halloween . During this festival,…
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Join the RWU Law Admissions team to chat live about our programs, student experiences, and all of your questions about RWU Law. Live Chat Schedule Zoom Schedule February 10, 2026 5:00 - 5:10 p.m. Introduction 5:10 - 5:30 p.m. Admission Information 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Department Representatives Available: Feinstein Center for Pro Bono & Experiential Education Career Development Office 6:30…
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Sponsored by the Student Bar Association, , 6:00 PM Meet & Greet 7:00 PM Dinner and Dancing Omni Providence Hotel One West Exchange Street Providence, Rhode Island Step into an evening of mystery, elegance, and timeless sophistication at the 32nd Annual Barristers’ Ball, themed “Moonlit Masquerade.” This year, the ballroom is transformed into a candlelit affair where classic glamour meets modern refinement. Guests will be…, Overnight Special Room Rate:, A limited number of overnight rooms are available at a reduced nightly rate of $179 at the Omni Providence Hotel. Reservations may be made directly by calling Omni Reservations Line at 402-952-6646 and mentioning the 2026 RWU Law Barrister’s Ball Room Block. Online room reservation link., All room reservations must be made before February 20, 2026., Event Ticket Refund Policy:, RWU Law Barrister's Ball tickets may be refunded if the request is received in writing to lawevents@rwu.edu by February 20, 2026. The University Ticket processing fees are forfeited., 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 Law Programs 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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Private International Law is the body of law that governs relationships between private individuals and entities across national borders. Its central concern is “choice of law” or the determination of which nation’s laws govern particular legal matters. Those matters may involve commercial transactions, such as cross-border sales and investments, family law issues (marriage, divorce, and child…
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Each year we take one day to recognize those men and women who protect our country. One day of recognition for the rights and freedoms we enjoy every day as a result of their service. What we know today as Veterans Day was first observed as “Armistice Day” on November 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. President Woodrow Wilson’s proclamation contained the language: "To us…
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As the Legal Beagle sits to write this, a major data breach involving credit monitoring company Equifax has made the news . If you read or even watch the news regularly, you will know that this is not the first and likely not the last security breach that may have an effect on your finances, personal information, or even health information. How can you protect yourself from future attacks? …, Don't Forget Your (Virtual) Keys: Creating & Using Strong Passwords, . In this class, the Legal Beagle and you will learn about tools for testing your current passwords, how to create strong passwords, how to safely use them on any device, and we’ll touch on ways to protect your devices.
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This month the library is highlighting books on gender and sexuality law with a new book display! The last two decades have seen drastic increases in discussion and research on the topics of gender and sexuality in the law. High profile Supreme Court cases, like Lawrence v. Texas , 539 U.S. 558 (2003) and Obergefell v. Hodges , No. 14-556, slip op. (U.S. June 26, 2015), have addressed some key…
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