National Pro Bono Week is underway at UNC School of Law, running from Oct. 21-26 and offering students a variety of events and opportunities to engage in pro bono work. Meghan Moran, director of pro bono initiatives, explains that the week aims to engage students with pro bono work in multiple ways. “We always do …
UNC School of Law is proud to announce that Professor Holning Lau has been appointed as a Distinguished Visiting Scholar at the Williams Institute, a leading research center on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy at UCLA School of Law. Lau, the Willie Person Mangum Distinguished Professor of Law at Carolina Law, …
UNC School of Law energized its campus with wellness activities last week. The annual Wellness Week, from October 8-10, immersed Carolina Law students in experiences supporting their mental health, stress management, and overall well-being. Students engaged in activities beyond traditional academic support. They played with adoptable puppies, crafted mocktails, and celebrated the opening of a …
The Hispanic Latino Law Student Association (HLLSA) at UNC School of Law has transformed Hispanic Heritage Month into a vibrant showcase of community, culture, and career development. With a mission focused on enhancing members’ legal careers, increasing Hispanic-Latino representation, and serving the local community, HLLSA has organized a series of engaging events and collaborations. Sabrina …
The Blue Zone at Kenan Stadium buzzed with anticipation as over 250 attendees filed in for UNC School of Law’s Institute for Innovation’s latest event. On October 1, 2024, the Institute brought together a powerhouse panel to dissect “The Future of College Athletics,” proving once again why it’s at the forefront of addressing the most …
UNC School of Law recently hosted Jeff Nieman, district attorney for Orange and Chatham Counties, for a conversation that offered a candid look into the responsibilities and challenges of running a prosecutor’s office. Nieman, an alumnus of UNC-Chapel Hill and North Carolina Central University School of Law, began by challenging the audience’s perception of prosecutors. …
The Asian American Law Students Association (AALSA) at UNC School of Law and UNC’s Asian American Center recently co-hosted a talk featuring Eugene Lao, chief legal officer at Calm, the popular meditation and sleep app. Calm, founded in 2012, has become a major player in the wellness technology sector. The San Francisco-based company offers guided …
In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact on Western North Carolina, student organizations at UNC School of Law have swiftly mobilized to provide support and relief. Black Law Students Association (BLSA), Asian American Law Students Association (AALSA), Hispanic/Latino Law Students Association (HLLSA), and OutLaw have joined forces to organize a supply drive in partnership …
The North Carolina Law Review is set to host a thought-provoking symposium, Justice in the Age of Criminal Records, on Friday, October 11, 2024. This day-long event will bring together legal scholars, practitioners, and experts to examine the far-reaching impact of criminal records on the American justice system. Event Details Date: Friday, October 11, 2024 …
For over a decade, University of North Carolina law professor Kathleen Thomas has pondered a vexing question: Why do some people pay their taxes while others don’t? Her research into small business tax compliance led her to a novel solution gaining traction in policy circles — the “standard business deduction” (SBD). “Much of my research …