“The New Culture War” on American Campuses
Professor Keith E. Whittington outlines a cultural shift in attitude towards academia in his recent book, You Can't Teach That!: The Battle over University Classrooms.
Meet New Schell Center Executive Director Dina Francesca Haynes
Dina Francesca Haynes has joined the Schell Center following more than 20 years of international human rights law practice and teaching.
Library Exhibit Celebrates Yale Law School Bicentennial
In honor of Yale Law School’s 200th anniversary, the Lillian Goldman Law Library is highlighting some of the School’s most historically significant artifacts.
Zoe Li ’23 Fights Police Ticketing of Illinois School Children
Zoe Li ’23 discusses her work with the MacArthur Justice Center to stop a school district’s use of police to handle school discipline.
Excellence and Humanity: New Students Urged to Find Their Own Path and Embody Values of Legal Profession
Dean Heather K. Gerken welcomed the newest class of Yale Law School students, urged them to learn from one another, and stressed the importance of preserving community and humanity throughout their Law School careers. In her remarks on Aug. 20 at a convocation assembly, Gerken stressed that in this highly polarized moment in American history, especially during a contentious presidential election year, it is more important than ever to hold fast to the values of the Law School and the legal profession.
Dean Heather K. Gerken Speaks at ABA Democracy Summit
Dean Heather K. Gerken discussed how legal educators’ enduring commitment to the rule of law has sparked a renewed focus on the best traditions of lawyering — engaging across divides, professionalism, integrity, and mutual respect.
Five Yalies with Military Experience Named 2024 Tillman Scholars
Yale Law School students Hillary Browning ’25 and Zachariah Cobb ’27 are among the five Yale students named 2024 Tillman Scholars, recognizing their military service and commitment to improving people’s lives.
Majority World Initiative Presents Scholarship on Online Propaganda and Social Media
Scholars in the Majority World Initiative have produced eight new publications revealing new ways global social media platforms can be weaponized through online propaganda.