Upcoming Events
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Jan
31
Connecticut Public Interest Law Journal Symposium 8:30am
Connecticut Public Interest Law Journal Symposium
Friday, January 31st, 2025
08:30 AM - 03:30 PM
UConn Law
The Corporation and the Public Interest: The Environment, Diversity, and Human Rights
Environmental, social, and governance issues have brought the roles and responsibilities of the contemporary business corporation to the forefront of the public agenda and have changed the nature of legal practice. This symposium will gather a select group of leading experts to discuss issues of corporate sustainability and societal impact. It will consist of three panels on topics that lie at the intersection of corporate activity and the public interest: the environment, diversity, and human rights.
Schedule (exact times are subject to change):
8:15 am – 8:45 am
Registration and Breakfast
8:45 am – 9:00 am
Opening Remarks & Dean’s Welcome
9:00 am – 10:15 am
Panel One: The Corporation and the Environment
Moderator: Professor Jack Lienke, University of Connecticut School of Law
Panelists:
- Professor Sarah Haan, Washington and Lee University School of Law
- Professor Madison Condon, Boston University School of Law
- Professor Anne Tucker, Georgia State University College of Law
10:15 am – 10:30 am
Break
10:30 am – 11:45 pm
Panel Two: The Corporation and Diversity
Moderator: Professor Sachin Pandya, University of Connecticut School of Law
Panelists:
- Professor Lisa Fairfax, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School
- Professor Atinuke Adediran, Fordham University School of Law
- Professor Darren Rosenblum, McGill University Faculty of Law
11:45 am – 12:30 pm
Lunch
12:30 pm – 1:45 pm
Keynote Fireside Conversation
Panelists:
- Professor Aaron Dhir, University of Connecticut School of Law
- Professor Michael Fakhri, University of Oregon School of Law and U.N. Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food
- Director Leilani Farha, The Shift, and former U.N. Special Rapporteur on the Right to Adequate Housing
1:45 pm – 2:00 pm
Break
2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Panel Three: The Corporation and Human Rights
Moderator: Professor Richard Wilson, University of Connecticut School of Law
Panelists:
- Professor Jena Martin, St. Mary’s University School of Law
- Attorney Maryum Jordan, EarthRights International
- Professor Stephen Park, University of Connecticut School of Business
3:15 pm – 3:30 pm
Closing Remarks
RSVP HERE!
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Feb
1
Take Your Child to the Library Day 9:00am
Take Your Child to the Library Day
Saturday, February 1st, 2025
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thomas J. Meskill Law Library
The UConn Law Library is joining a nationwide initiative that encourages families to take their children to the library and raises awareness of the importance of libraries for children and families. “Your local library is an ideal place for children to play, discover, make friends, and have fun. And Take Your Child to the Library Day is the perfect time to discover some library magic.” - https://takeyourchildtothelibrary.org/
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Feb
3
February Virtual Career Fair 5:00pm
February Virtual Career Fair
Monday, February 3rd, 2025
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
The virtual program will connect law students with employers from all sectors. Students will have an opportunity to meet in small groups for 15-minute sessions with up to 8 employers.