The , University of Rhode Island Office of Strategic Initiatives, , in partnership with the URI Schmidt Center for Labor Relations and Human Resources, is excited to welcome you to register for URI's , 38th Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference, , hosted by the Roger Williams University School of Law. The conference—designed to benefit leaders from both private and public employers, unions and labor organizations, non-profit organizations, community-based organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies—convenes professionals to network and discuss legislative trends, research findings, best practices, and emerging issues.…, FEATURED FIRESIDE CHAT, Rosemary Pye Rosemary Pye’s professional career has been as a neutral in labor law. Currently, she is an arbitrator and mediator in the D.C. metro area and in New England. She is a member of the National Academy of Arbitrators (NAA) and a Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. Prior to becoming an arbitrator and mediator in 2013, she had a 38-year career with the National Labor…, The conference is open to the public and will benefit anyone working in the labor and employment fields. This program is eligible for MCLE and SHRM-CP and SCP PDC credits., REGISTRATION, Register Here - Labor and Employment Law Conference - March 27, Space is limited to 190 attendees. Early-bird tickets will be , available until February 27 at a discounted rate of $200 per person. , After that date, the ticket fee will increase to $250 per person. A student rate of $60 is available to graduate and law students, and a discounted registration fee of $75 is available for URI faculty and staff. URI alumni may enjoy the discounted early bird rate until the close of registration. Students, faculty, staff members, and alums who are interested in registering at the discounted rate…, 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 the Dean - Programs & Initiatives, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made. lawevents@rwu.edu
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Student Research, Law fellow research is available on the Sea Grant Law Fellows Selected Projects, Sea Grant Law Fellow Selected Projects, webpage, . , Staff Research and Publications, Staff research and publications are available on the, Marine Affairs Institute Ocean and Coastal Law and Policy Research, website., Symposia/Conferences, The Marine Affairs Institute sponsors speakers, symposia, and interdisciplinary training programs that provide law students and practitioners alike with opportunities to meet with other marine law professionals in both formal and informal settings, and learn about recent developments in ocean and coastal law.
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When Kevin Sloan L‘21 was a 2L, he took a course on ocean and coastal law and policy. He already knew he wanted to work in environmental law and policy after graduating. But at this time, he had no intention of entering the world of coastal policy. However, just two weeks into the course, Sloan was hooked. Now entering his fifth year working at the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management…
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As the middle of the semester approaches and the cold winter breeze lingers, it's the perfect time to grab a blanket and cozy up at your computer to enhance your legal research skills. While you may already be familiar with major research databases like Westlaw, Lexis, and HeinOnline, have you considered what to do if you don't have access to those resources? The free legal resources at your…
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The Coastal Resilience Law and Policy Clinic provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with local and state government agencies on proactively addressing coastal resilience. Students are exposed to local land use law and planning, municipal, state, and federal laws, environmental law and policy, research techniques, and writing. Students have the opportunity to…
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About the Dinner, The Annual Symposium Dinner is an opportunity for Rhode Island High School, College, and Law School students to interact and engage with members in the legal profession that include lawyers, judges, and members of the legislature. , Moderator, Headshot of Taino Palermo For over 20 years, Dr. Taino J. Palermo has worked to affect change in policy and practice in the areas of nonprofit management, community and economic development, and education reform. Dr. Palermo is a founding faculty member of College Unbound and served as the Director for both the Community Development and Healthy Communities degree programs at Roger Williams…, RSVP Required. , Register for Event .
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Long before he stepped into a law school classroom, Ahmir Kenyatta L’27 understood the power of advocacy. As a child who endured abuse and later, as a teenager in foster care, he learned that the systems meant to protect him did not always work. Out of necessity, he took matters into his own hands at an early age, learning how the law operated by reading statutes, studying procedure, and filing…
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Save the Date...The Roger Williams University School of Law Class of 2026 Commencement Exercises will be held on Friday, May 15, 2026. We invite law school graduates and their guests to visit the Roger Williams University commencement webpage for the most up to date information on the 2026 Commencement Ceremony and related events. The website was built to be a one-stop information center for all…, Please be sure to share the website with your loved ones!, , Individual School Ceremonies - Wave 2: School of Law, 2:00 to 3:00 pm Main Athletic Field behind the Campus Recreation Center (Livestreamed)* *This school ceremony will not include a tent; however, the ceremony will be livestreamed to ensure guests can participate in the event of inclement weather or if they are unable to attend in person. Congratulations, RWU Law Class of 2026!
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