Joint Degrees, Juris Doctor/Master of Business Administration Juris Doctor/Master of Science in Criminal Justice Juris Doctor/Master of Arts in Cybersecurity Juris Doctor/Master of Science in Historic Preservation, Joint Degrees in Partnership with URI, Juris Doctor/Master of Marine Affairs Juris Doctor/Master of Science in Labor Relations and Human Resources, Admission Requirements and Policy, Applicants must apply to and be accepted into each program separately. Typically, a law student interested in a joint degree would apply to the relevant program at the end of their first year of law school. Applications should be submitted sufficiently in advance of the application deadline to assure adequate processing time at both institutions. A student matriculated in either the JD or MS…, Contact Information, For questions regarding joint degree programs, use the contact information below:, School of Law Admissions, Michael W. Donnelly-Boylen Associate Dean for Enrollment & Strategic Initiatives Phone: 401-254-4555 mdonnelly-boylen@rwu.edu, Criminal Justice, Stephanie Picolo Manzi, Ph.D. Associate Professor Office: CAS 147 Phone: (401) 254-3369 smanzi@rwu.edu, Historic Preservation, Jeremy C. Wells, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Office: AR 233 Phone: (401) 254-5213 jwells@rwu.edu, Labor Relations and Human Resources, Michael Yelnosky Professor of Law Phone: (401) 254-4607 myelnosky@rwu.edu, Marine Affairs, Julia Wyman Director, Marine Affairs Institute and Rhode Island Sea Grant Legal Program Phone: (401) 254-5734 jwyman@rwu.edu Professor Austin Becker Department of Marine Affairs University of Rhode Island Coastal Institute Bldg., 2nd Flr., Rm 213 Kingston, RI 02881 Phone: (401) 874-4192 becker@uri.edu
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Program Dates: May 16-18, 2023 The program begins at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, May 16, and ends at 12:30 PM on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Welcome (or welcome back) to the Litigation Academy! In this Deposition Training Program, you will focus on improving your skills taking civil depositions. While this training is based on federal court practice, the skills you learn will be transferable to other…, Co-sponsored by the , U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island, , Roger Williams University School of Law, and the , Rhode Island Chapter of the Federal Bar Association., This program has been approved for 13 RI MCLE credits including 1 ethics. Registration required.
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The legal market has endured a significant shift over the last five years. RWU Law is responding to the changing landscape by, among other efforts, increasing our already significant commitment to experiential education – more clinical opportunities, pro bono initiatives, simulation and skills courses and externships – all of which emphasize learning by doing, making our students more practice…, Information on employment outcomes for the Class of 2020 may not reflect a particular law school’s typical results in this area. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, bar admission exams were canceled or delayed in many jurisdictions, thus making it more challenging for graduates to secure employment by the annual Graduate Employment Status Date of March 15. Please reference the 3 years of…
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RWU Law Alumni Association Board of Directors Announcement, All graduates of Roger Williams University (RWU) School of Law are encouraged to apply for a position on the RWU Law Alumni Association Board of Directors. , Nominations open April 17, 2023, Learn more about the RWU Law Alumni Association Board of Directors and/or submit an application here: , RWU Law Alumni Association Board of Directors Nominations | RWU Law, Recent Alumni added to the RWU Law Alumni Association Board of Directors serving a three-year term of office, July 1, 2021- June 30, 2024:, Brett Beaubien '16 John Dorsey '10 Peter Eraca '12 Kelsey Peck '19 Crystal Peralta '20, Eligible directors to serve on the executive committee must have served at least one year on the LAA BOD., LAA BOD Listing, For questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at lawalumni@rwu.edu Thank you!
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The Law Library will be observing National Library Week from April 17 through 21. National Library Week is a “ celebration of libraries and librarians that also promote[s] library use and support ”. Although this week is officially celebrated on April 23-29 this year, we are observing our celebration early due to reading period and finals. Our theme for this year is Choose Your Study Adventure…
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Admitted students are required to make two deposits to indicate their intent to accept the offer of admission. The first deposit of $200 is due no later than April 15th. The second deposit of $400 is due no later than June 1st. Your can also pay your deposit online . Students admitted after March 15th will follow the deposit schedule outlined in their offer letters. All seat deposits are non-…
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All graduates of Roger Williams University (RWU) School of Law are encouraged to run for a position on the RWU Law Alumni Association Board of Directors. , *Nominations open on April 17th and close on April 30th, 2023. Alumni will receive a call for elections by email in May with the candidates. Seven (7) Director seats are available this election term., The goal of the RWU Law Alumni Association is to organize, connect, and engage alumni in a meaningful relationship with each other and RWU School of Law. The aim of the Association is to develop and maintain programs and activities that both strengthen the Association and support the institution. The RWU Law Alumni Association Board of Directors seek members of talent and accomplishment who have…, *Please submit applications by April 30, 2023 for consideration to join the RWU Law Alumni Association Board of Directors in the 2023-24 year., Selected Alumni are appointed to a three-year Board of Directors term., , Next term will begin July 1, 2023., , **When submitting your nomination, make sure to include the LAA BOD Signature Nomination Form .
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Can Offshore Wind Development Have a Net Positive Impact on Biodiversity? Regulatory and Scientific Perspectives and Considerations, Thursday, April 20, 2023 - Program Begins at 11:30 AM Friday, April 21, 2023 - Program Begins at 8:00 AM The concept of achieving “net positive impact on biodiversity” (NPI) is not new; however, the application of this concept to offshore wind development is relatively new. In the offshore wind context, there is no universal framework, consensus as to definitions, or specific regulatory scheme…, HYDRATION STATION:, In an effort to reduce the use of single-use plastic bottles, please consider bringing a reusable water bottle to the Marine Affairs Institute Symposium and fill at our hydration station during the symposium. For nearby lodging accommodations, we recommend viewing the options available here ., Co-Hosted by The Marine Affairs Institute at Roger Williams University School of Law and The Nature Conservancy , RWU Law MAI The TNC Logo Sea Grant Rhode Island Logo Questions | marineaffairs@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 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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