Tuesday, September 22
Sep
22
Actual Malice: Past & Present in The New York Times v. Sullivan (1964)
All Day
Rare Book Room, Lillian Goldman Law Library, Lower Level 2
"Actual Malice" examines The New York Times v. Sullivan and the historic decision authored by Justice William J. Brennan in its historical moment, tracing the case's influence from its present to our...
Sep
22
Communicate with Impact: A Strategic Communication Workshop Series with Diane Lennard, NYU Stern
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Ludwig Hall
During this session, you will learn frameworks for achieving intended results when you communicate and practice techniques for strengthening your physical and vocal presence.
Sep
22
Our Summers Working for Democrats
12:10PM - 1:00PM
Baker Student Lounge
Hear from five 2L panelists on their summers at the New York Attorney General's Office, California Attorney General's Office, Maryland Attorney General's Office, Office of U.S. Senator Elizabeth...
Sep
22
Research and Policy at the AI Frontier: A Conversation with Jerry Ma ’25
12:10PM - 1:00PM
Baker Room 116
Join YLBS for a conversation with Jerry Ma ’25, VP Global Affairs & Deputy CTO at Perplexity, about the evolving AI landscape and the intersection of business, technology, law, and policy.
Sep
22
State-level Climate Advocacy in America's Heartland with Leigh Currie
12:10PM - 1:10PM
SLB Room 122
Leigh Currie, impact officer at the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA), will discuss how her state-based environmental legal organization is trying to tackle agricultural climate...
Sep
22
Judicial Crisis Power in the AI Age, Adam Littlestone-Luria, Sr. Research Fellow, Yale Law School
12:10PM - 1:30PM
SLB Room 128
Littlestone-Luria’s research focuses on civil procedure, torts, health law, federal courts, complex and aggregate litigation, constitutional law and practice, and the uses of history in constitutional...
Sep
22
Self-Censorship as Moral Injury
12:10PM - 1:30PM
SLB Room 129
XIANG Biao, director of the Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology in Germany, will discuss scholars suffering from self-censorship .
Sep
22
Communicate with Impact: A Strategic Communication Workshop Series with Diane Lennard, NYU Stern
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Ludwig Hall
This workshop is designed for all those who want to become more confident, dynamic, and engaging communicators. You will enhance your ability to captivate the audience’s attention and keep them...
Sep
22
Wednesday, September 23
Sep
23
“The Choicest Privilege”: Press Freedom from Magna Charta to the Early Federal Period
All Day
Rare Book Exhibit Area, Lillian Goldman Law Library, Level 3
"The Choicest Privilege," curated from the collection of Matthew L. Schafer and Steven Underweiser, considers U.S. history through a 1587 Magna Charta and an 1804 trial report.
Sep
23
Communicate with Impact: A Strategic Communication Workshop Series with Diane Lennard, NYU Stern
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Ludwig Hall
During this session, you will learn frameworks for achieving intended results when you communicate and practice techniques for strengthening your physical and vocal presence.
Sep
23
Gruber Fellowships Info Session
12:10PM - 1:00PM
SLB Room 109
This session, led by Director Mindy Jane Roseman, will provide an overview on the mission of the Gruber Program for Global Justice and Women’s Rights.
Sep
23
Rule of Law: Due Process of Law and Habeas Corpus — Why Individualized Process Matters
12:10PM - 1:00PM
SLB Room 127
Please enroll in the Canvas Site for this series in advance.
Sep
23
When Does a Protective Labor Law Not Protect Workers? Case of the 2008 Chinese Labor Contract Law
12:10PM - 1:00PM
SLB Room 129
In this talk, Mary E. Gallagher will examine the consequences of China’s most protective labor law to date. This talk will be moderated by Professor Taisu Zhang.
Sep
23
Reversed: A Conversation about Chatrie
12:10PM - 1:10PM
SLB Room 128
Please join the Federalist Society with the Hon. Julius N. Richardson of the United States Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit.
Sep
23
Communicate with Impact: A Strategic Communication Workshop Series with Diane Lennard, NYU Stern
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Ludwig Hall
This workshop is designed for all those who want to become more confident, dynamic, and engaging communicators. You will enhance your ability to captivate the audience’s attention and keep them...
Sep
23
1L & 2L Summer Jobs in Federal Government & National Security
4:10PM - 5:00PM
SLB Room 127
Panelists will discuss a range of topics including: summer job search, interview tips, skills gained in the internship, the pros and cons of federal law practice, and more.
Sep
23
OSA Student Activities Fair
5:30PM - 7:00PM
SLB Courtyard
Join OSA for the Student Activities Fair in the SLB Courtyard!
Thursday, September 24
Sep
24
Sep
24
Communicate with Impact: A Strategic Communication Workshop Series with Diane Lennard, NYU Stern
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Ludwig Hall
During this session, you will learn frameworks for achieving intended results when you communicate and practice techniques for strengthening your physical and vocal presence.
Sep
24
Beyond Politics — Life on the D.C. District Court
12:10PM - 1:00PM
SLB Room 129
A Conversation Between Judge Trevor McFadden and Judge Ana Reyes, Judges of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. Moderated by Professor Nicholas Parrillo.
Sep
24
Fall Kickoff: Jonathan Cohn on Health Care and the 2026 Election
12:10PM - 1:00PM
SLB Room 127
A conversation on health care and the 2026 election with leading journalist Jonathan Cohn featuring Dean Megan L. Ranney (YPH) and moderator Abbe R. Gluck.
Sep
24
Ronnie F. Heyman ’72 Crossing Divides Program: The Supreme Court and Democracy
12:10PM - 1:00PM
SLB Room 120
Join a spirited discussion featuring Professors Siegel and Moyn, moderated by Dean Rodríguez '00.
Sep
24
Human Rights Workshop: Joy Gordon, “Overcompliance and the Inadequacy of Humanitarian Exemptions”
12:10PM - 1:30PM
SLB Room 128
Lunch Provided / RSVP Required. Email the Schell Center to request background readings a week prior to talk. Joy Gordon holds the Ignacio Ellacuría, S.J. Chair in Social Ethics in the Philosophy...
Sep
24
Communicate with Impact: A Strategic Communication Workshop Series with Diane Lennard, NYU Stern
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Ludwig Hall
This workshop is designed for all those who want to become more confident, dynamic, and engaging communicators. You will enhance your ability to captivate the audience’s attention and keep them...
Sep
24
Legal Theory Workshop: Adam Cox and Emma Kaufman (NYU Law)
4:15PM - 6:00PM
Calabresi Faculty Lounge
Professors Adam Cox and Emma Kaufman (NYU, Law) Participants of the Legal Theory Workshop should read the paper in advance, as there is no presentation. If you need a copy of the paper, please email...
Sep
24
American Constitution Society and Federalist Society Debate on China, Co-Hosted by the China Center
7:00PM - 9:00PM
SLB Room 129
The topic will be: "Resolved: The United States should be noninterventionist in its policy toward China."
Friday, September 25
Sep
25
Yoga @ Sweatfluence
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Sweatfluence (300 Crown St.)
Join your classmates at Sweatfluence in New Haven for a refreshing yoga session. Please bring your own yoga mat.