Good news: The semester is almost over and summer is just around the corner! Bad news: That means it is exam time. The end of the semester is always filled with studying and outlining and stress. The Law Library has several suggestions for ways to cope with the end of the semester crunch time:, Use the library’s study resources, : The Law Library’s staff has prepared study aids guides for the major study aids in the library’s collection. These guides are organized by class subject, including guides for all 1L classes and many of the 2L and 3L classes. In these guides, you will find links to the Law Library’s popular print and eBook study aids; audio and visual resources (such as the, Sum & Substance, Audio series &, LexisNexis Courtroom Cast, ); and online, print, and eBook resources you can use to test yourself on concepts from class., Reserve a Study Room, : There are twelve small rooms which can be used for study and/or audio/video review. Three of the rooms are equipped for audio/visual use. Use of these rooms is governed by a room reservation policy which covers advance reservations, room renewals, cancellations, and consequences of the misuse of rooms. More information about reserving a study room is on the Library’s website . , Find a Reflective Space on Campus, : RWU has many areas (indoor and outdoor) which can be used as a study space or a study break space for quiet reflection. Before you venture outside your comfort zone, you can take a virtual tour of these places., Take an Exercise Break, : The RWU Campus Recreation Center offers exercise equipment and a variety of group exercise classes to engage your body. Exercise, including walking, sports, and other fun physical activities, can help you maintain a healthy mind body balance. You can even rent a kayak or paddleboard if you want to spend some time exercising outside., Check out our Stress Management, Mindfulness and Wellness LawGuide, : The library’s guide for Stress Management, Mindfulness and Wellness provides information and links to help you manage stress in serious ways and not-so-serious ways. Breathe deeply, think positive thoughts, and good luck on exams!
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BRISTOL, R.I., April 18, 2019, – RWU Law recently welcomed Congressman and former Providence mayor David Cicilline (D-R.I.), who delivered the school's 2nd Annual Stonewall Lecture, focusing on the importance of passing an LGBTQ-friendly Equality Act . As the longest-serving “out” member of the U.S. House of Representatives and co-chair of its LGBT Equality Caucus (as well as chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications…, Progress Undone, Cicilline related the current political moment to the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. “While millions of Americans marched for civil rights across the south and right up to the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, hate groups and segregationists did everything they could stop long overdue progress from being made,” he said. “But they couldn't. Hate and bigotry have no place in America. It had no…, Obergefell v. Hodges, , which established full marriage equality to same-sex couples. “For the last two years, the right wing in this country has tried to return members of the LGBT community back to second-class status,” he said. “They found a president willing to help.” Cicilline laid out the current situation on LGBTQ rights. “Right here in our own country, in 2019, in a majority of states, you can still be fired…, The Equality Act, One of the main problems, Cicilline explained, is that federal law does not provide consistent non-discrimination protections based on sexual orientation or gender identity. The need for these protections is clear, he said, noting that a majority of LGBTQ Americans report having experienced discrimination in their personal lives. The patchwork nature of current laws leaves millions of people…, Opposition Ahead, Getting the bill through the Senate, however – especially in its current form – is going to be a problem. “Even as I speak, conservatives and the far-right of our political parties in this country are [doing] everything they can to kill this bill, and to block its passage,” Cicilline said. The principal lines of attack involve conflicts with religious liberty, and assertions that transgender use…
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Need to do research this summer? Have no fear, Bloomberg Law, Lexis, and Westlaw offer summer access to continuing students! Our LawGuide, Bloomberg/Lexis/Westlaw @ RWU Law: Summer Access , explains the details of continuing your use of the databases over the summer months. In addition, most digital resources will be available to continuing students who are working remotely this summer. Just…
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RWU Law proudly congratulates its 2019 Public Interest Award winner, Braxton Medlin ’19, and 2019 Pro Bono Collaborative Award winners, Michaela Bland ’19 and Krystal Medeiros ’19. The Public Interest Award is given each year to a graduating student committed to serving the community and promoting justice for the underrepresented. During his years at RWU Law, Medlin was an active participant in…
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It is almost here! That day you have been waiting for since the first day of orientation: graduation day. 3Ls, you have come a long way and the Law Library extends a big Congratulations to you all! Law School Commencement will take place on Friday, May 17th at 12:30 p.m. In preparation for the big day, why not take some time to listen to some of the “ best commencement speeches, ever ” and get…
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Orientation is mandatory for all incoming students. Orientation is scheduled for August 11-14, 2020 and all required sessions will be online. Please use the links below to view a detailed Orientation Schedule of events. Zoom registration links will be sent in early August. If you have any questions, please contact Lorraine Lalli , Assistant Dean of Students. First Year Student Orientation…
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The Leadership, Equity, Achievement, and Diversity (LEAD) Program takes place the week before Orientation. It's designed to assist students in their transition to law school and help them reach their fullest potential. Most students who attend the program find it very beneficial., More information will be posted on the Accepted Students Website. A separate application is required.
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Kathryn Thompson, Director of Academic Success, will present a keynote presentation online about "How to Prepare for Law School." Immediately following this informative session, we will re-convene for an online mixer where members of the Class of 2023 can learn more about each other. RSVP information forthcoming.
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