BRISTOL, R.I., Nov. 15, 2018, – The National Criminal Defense College will hold its Trial Practice Institute at the Roger Williams University School of Law for the first time this summer. A pair of two-week sessions will take place from June 16-29 and July 21-Aug. 3, bringing more than 100 defense attorneys from across the country to the Bristol campus. “We are thrilled to partner with Roger Williams University School of…
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This month the library is highlighting books on coastal resilience with a new book display! According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Ocean Service , coastal resilience is defined as “building the ability of a community to "bounce back" after hazardous events such as hurricanes, coastal storms, and flooding – rather than simply reacting to impacts." On November…
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EDGAR is the name of a database which provides public access to corporate information at no cost . EDGAR, which stands for the Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval system, allows researchers to review SEC filings to research public company’s financial information. Domestic public companies file annual reports (called 10-k reports), quarterly reports (called 10-Q reports) and so-…
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Defining Diversity, This Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Planning document states the commitment of RWU Law to build and support a community of individuals who are diverse with respect to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, spirituality, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, abilities, age, socioeconomic status, military status, domicile, life experiences, viewpoints, and…, Why We Value Diversity and Inclusion , A diverse student body, faculty, and staff improves the educational experience by creating the conditions for an intellectually and personally challenging exchange of ideas inside and outside the classroom. It also helps create a culture in which all individuals are and feel valued, supported, and encouraged to excel. Moreover, engaging with a diverse community helps prepare students for their…, The Institutional Context , RWU Law has a longstanding commitment to non-discrimination, diversity, and inclusion. Those commitments are presently set forth in the Bylaws of the School of Law, the Faculty Handbook, the Office of Admissions Diversity Statement, and the Office of Career Development Employment Policies. RWU Law is also accredited by the American Bar Association (“ABA”) and a member of the Association of…, The following plan is organized around four primary goals:
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BRISTOL, R.I., Nov. 26, 2018, – For the first time, a Roger Williams University School of Law student is receiving one of the coveted Skadden Fellowships that allow talented young lawyers to pursue the practice of public-interest law on a full-time basis. Michaela Bland, a third-year law student who will graduate from RWU Law this spring, was selected to receive one of 28 Skadden Fellowships awarded this year. She plans to…
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Finals are almost here and the library has a few reminders: stay calm, stay caffeinated, stay courteous. Over the next few weeks, please remember that sound carries in the library, especially when you are entering or leaving. Even whispers can be louder than you realize and distracting to your colleagues trying to study. While some students prefer to work in small groups in study rooms and…
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From the Bangor Daily News:, "Democrats elected as Maine attorney general, secretary of state and treasurer", By Alex Acquisto, BDN Staff December 5, 2018 "Flexing the power that comes with significant majorities in both chambers, the Democrat-controlled Maine Legislature elected Democrats on Wednesday afternoon to three of the most important positions in state government. The House and Senate jointly elected, Rep. Aaron Frey, D-Bangor, , to succeed Gov.-elect Janet Mills as attorney general. Matt Dunlap will serve another term as secretary of state, and Democrat Henry Beck, a former state representative from Waterville, will replace independent Terry Hayes as treasurer. Each will serve a two-year term. This is his fourth consecutive term, so Dunlap would be prevented from running for secretary of state again in 2020 because…, Frey, , 39, effectively won the seat in a five-way race among Democrats on Tuesday. Democrats in the new Legislature took four ballots to choose him over Tim Shannon of Falmouth, former Sen. Mark Dion of Portland, former attorney general and current Sen. Mike Carpenter of Houlton, and Augusta resident Maeghan Maloney, who serves as district attorney in Kennebec and Somerset counties., Frey, won his fourth term in the Maine House last month. A special election to fill his now vacant seat is likely to take place in February. On Tuesday after his nomination,, Frey, said one of his first goals is to find better ways, with the help of the criminal justice system, to fight Maine’s opioid crisis..." Read more...
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2005, The Pro Bono Collaborative (PBC) is established as pilot program The, , Pro Bono Collaborative (PBC), is established as pilot program. It is officially launched as a full RWU Law program in January 2006, with support from the Rhode Island Foundation., AALS 2006, RWU Law awarded membership in the, AALS, (Association of American Law Schools)., The Honorable Joseph R. Weisberger, retired Chief Justice of The , Honorable Joseph R. Weisberger, , retired Chief Justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court (1993-2001), becomes the first chair of, RWU Law’s Board of Directors, ., 2007, RWU Law’s first endowed professorship, is established in honor of the Honorable Joseph R. Weisberger. Professor Michael Yelnosky, Professor Michael Yelnosky, releases his first Faculty Productivity report, measuring per capita productivity of law faculties, based on publication in major law journals between 1992 and 2007, and underscoring the quality of RWU Law’s faculty. , 2008, Chief Justice John Roberts, Chief Justice John Roberts, of the U.S. Supreme Court meets with RWU Students in Providence, and swears in 43 alumni to Federal Bar. Justice Antonin Scalia, Associate Justice Antonin Scalia, of the U.S. Supreme Court spends a memorable day at RWU Law as Distinguished Jurist in Residence. , 2009, In furtherance of RWU Law’s commitment to public service, the faculty votes … In furtherance of RWU Law’s commitment to public service, the faculty votes to require that, in order to graduate,, students must complete at least 50 hours, of unpaid, law-related public service, for which they will not receive academic credit.
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2010, Betty Anna Waters RWU Law hosts a special Advance Screening of, Conviction, (2011), a major-motion picture starring Hilary Swank and Minnie Driver as RWU Law alumni Betty Anne Waters ’98 and Abra Rice ’98 and their true-life battle to free Waters' wrongly convicted brother from prison. , Peter Kilmartin Peter Kilmartin ’98, is elected Attorney General of Rhode Island. , Attorney Mark Mandell Attorney Mark Mandell, is elected chairman of RWU Law’s Board of Directors , succeeding the Honorable Joseph R. Weisberger. A prominent Rhode Island attorney and popular adjunct professor, Mandell had served as president of both the Rhode Island Bar Association and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. He also served on the Rhode Island Supreme Court Ethics Advisory Panel and the Governor’s Advisory Commission…, 2011, Associate Justice Stephen Breyer Associate Justice Stephen Breyer, of the U.S. Supreme Court spends a day at RWU Law. , 2012, The, Santoro Business Law Lecture Series, becomes RWU Law’s second endowed lectureship. It was endowed entirely by alumni support, following a lead gift from Brian Ali ’07. Frank Fahrenkopf – co-chair of the Presidential Debates Commission, former RNC chair, and head of American Gaming Association – is first speaker., Associate Justice Samuel Alito Associate Justice Samuel Alito, of the U.S. Supreme Court spends a day at RWU Law. , 2013, 20th Anniversary20th Anniversary Celebration 20th Anniversary Celebration, begins, for 2013-14 academic year. As of May 2013, the total number of RWU Law Alumni stood at 2,662. , Associate Justice Elena Kagan Associate Justice Elena Kagan, of the U.S. Supreme Court addresses first-year class of RWU Law. , Former Associate Justice Sandra Day O'Connor Former Associate Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, of the U.S. Supreme Court spends a day at RWU Law. , 2014, Professor Michael Yelnosky, Professor Michael J. Yelnosky, appointed the fifth Dean of RWU Law, effective July 1. Yelnosky was a founding faculty member of RWU Law. , Chief Judge William E. Smith Chief Judge William E. Smith, , of the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island, elected chair of RWU Law’s Board of Directors , effective July 1.
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