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Idaho's College of Law Marks Commencement, Achievements of 84 GraduatesPosted: Thursday, May 6 2010
Written by Tania Thompson
MOSCOW, Idaho – Nancy Morris, the nation's first woman secretary of the Securities and Exchange Commission, will give the commencement address for the University of Idaho's College of Law commencement.
The College of Law, the university's only Advanced Professional degree program, will hold its graduation and celebration on Saturday, May 15, beginning at 3 p.m., in the...
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University of Idaho Advising, Teaching, Collaborative, Outreach and Creative Activity Achievements ShinePosted: Wednesday, April 21 2010
Written by Amanda Cairo
MOSCOW, Idaho – Excellence is its own reward, but as many University of Idaho faculty found out, a ceremony and an award can make the reward a little bit sweeter. The university's annual Excellence Awards banquet honored 16 faculty and graduate students at an on-campus ceremony for outstanding achievements in teaching, research, outreach and advising. New this year to the ...
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Sherman J. Bellwood Memorial LectureThursday, October 4 2012 at 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
This year’s Sherman J. Bellwood Memorial Lecture will feature lawyer/ mediator Kenneth R. Feinberg.
Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012
Bellwood Memorial Lecture
3:30 p.m. (PDT)
This lecture is free and open to the public. Doors open at 3 p.m.
Administration Auditorium
Moscow Idaho
Webcast available on U-Idaho Live.
To learn more, please visit www.uidaho.edu/bellwood.
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Native American Law Conference Tribal Courts: Jurisdiction and Best PracticesFriday, March 23 2012 at 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
This year’s Native American Law Conference will be on the topic of Tribal Courts: Jurisdiction and Best Practices on Friday, March 23 in the College of Law Courtroom. The day-long conference is free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome to attend.
The conference will begin at 8:45 a.m. with a welcome from college dean Don Burnett, professor Angelique EagleWoman and Nez Perce Tribal Chairm...
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University of Idaho to Showcase Legal History ExhibitPosted: Friday, March 1
BOISE, Idaho – The University of Idaho College of Law and the Idaho State Law Library will sponsor the Idaho Legal History Exhibit honoring Sen. William E. Borah. The exhibit opens at the Idaho State Law Library at the Idaho Water Center in Boise on Tuesday, March 5 and will be on permanent display.
The exhibit will include photos, documents and other historical artifacts related to Sen. Bo...
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Sherman J. Bellwood Memorial LectureWednesday, October 3 2012 at 5:30 PM to 5:30 PM
This year’s Sherman J. Bellwood Memorial Lecture events will feature lawyer/ mediator Kenneth R. Feinberg. Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012
Reception & Presentation
5:30 p.m. (MDT)
Boise Centre on the Grove
Boise Idaho
This reception is free and open to the public. Seating is limited and an RSVP is required by September 14, 2012. Register online, email law-events@uidaho.edu, or call (208) 885-2256...
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Prepping for Law School, Preparing for the LSATPosted: Wednesday, July 25 2012
BOISE, Idaho – Anyone interested in applying to law school can prepare for the demanding Law School Admission Test (LSAT) by enrolling in a preparatory course sponsored by the University of Idaho College of Law.
The exam is required for admission to all American Bar Association-approved law schools, most Canadian law schools and many non-ABA-approved law schools, providing a standard m...
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Prepping for Law School, Preparing for the LSATPosted: Friday, July 6 2012
BOISE, Idaho – Anyone interested in applying to law school can prepare for the demanding Law School Admission Test (LSAT) prep course by enrolling in a preparatory course sponsored by the University of Idaho College of Law.
The exam is required for admission to all American Bar Association-approved law schools, most Canadian law schools and many non-ABA-approved law schools, providing ...
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Genetically Modified Organisms: Law & the Global MarketFriday, April 20 2012 at 8:00 AM
The Idaho Law Review will present Genetically Modified Organisms: Law and the Global Market On April 20, beginning at 8 a.m. at Owyhee Plaza - 1109 Main Street - Boise. This symposium will host four panels of experts to discuss, in a legal context, the science needed to better inform policy, GMO market acceptance, international trade issues, food producer and consumer issues, domestic GMO regulati...
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College of Law Offers Northwest Institute for Dispute Resolution in MayPosted: Thursday, April 12 2012
By Donna Emert
MOSCOW/BOISE, Idaho – Effective dispute resolution requires an understanding of the law, effective communication skills, psychological insight and solid people skills.
The demand for dispute resolution is growing. Practitioners serve as mediators, consensus builders, negotiators, facilitators, and ultimately, problem solvers—skills valued both inside and outside of a courtroom.
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The United States and Torture Since 9/11Monday, April 9 2012 at 6:00 PM
On April 9, 2012 the U-Idaho College of Law will feature a panel discussion with Guantanamo Bay experts Kristine Huskey and Steve Wax two nationally-renowned experts in human rights who have represented prisoners at Guantanamo Bay for more than 10 years. At 6 p.m. in the College of Law Courtroom, Kristine Huskey, director of the Anti-Torture Program at Physicians for Human Rights (PHR) in Washingt...
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Athena Honors Three University of Idaho Women LeadersPosted: Friday, March 30 2012
MOSCOW, Idaho – The University of Idaho’s Athena Women’s Organization honored excellence in teaching and service, improving the work environment across the state and providing mentorship – all above what their jobs required – with the Athena Women of Year Awards.
This year’s winners include: faculty – Elizabeth Barker Brandt, associate dean for Faculty Affairs and James R. Wilson Distinguished Pr...
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Idaho Court of AppealsWednesday, March 21 2012 at 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
The Idaho Court of Appeals will be hearing cases in Moscow at the
University of Idaho College of Law's Courtroom on March 20 and 21, 2012.
Schedule of Hearings
March 20, 2012
Peck v. State
March 21, 2012
State v. Giovanelli
State v. Kramer
State v. Long
The public is invited to attend. For more information please visit http://www.isc.idaho.gov/caterms.htm
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Idaho Court of AppealsTuesday, March 20 2012 at 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
The Idaho Court of Appeals will be hearing cases in Moscow at the University of Idaho College of Law's Courtroom on March 20 and 21, 2012.
Schedule of Hearings
March 20, 2012
Peck v. State
March 21, 2012
State v. Giovanelli
State v. Kramer
State v. Long
The public is invited to attend. For more information please visit http://www.isc.idaho.gov/caterms.htm
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Coeur d’Alene Tribe Gives $5,000 to Idaho’s Native Law Posted: Friday, February 3 2012
By Donna Emert
MOSCOW, Idaho – In honor of a shared commitment to education, the Coeur d' Alene Tribe has donated $5,000 to the University of Idaho College of Law in support of its Native American Law program.
The donation provides students in the Native Law program with travel funds to participate for the first time in the Federal Bar Association’s Indian Law Conference, t...
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National Moot Court Regional CompetitionPosted: Tuesday, November 15 2011
On November 18-19, the University of Idaho College of Law will host the northwest regional competition for the National Moot Court competition. The competition will be held at the Ada County Courthouse. Two teams from the College of Law will compete in Boise, one team from Moscow and one team from Boise. Members of the Moscow team, coached by Laurie O'Neal, are Mike Kirkham, Doug Robertson, and J...
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Film Showing: "American Indian Homelands: Matters of Truth, Honor and Dignity - Immemorial"Monday, November 7 2011 at 5:00 PM
Join the Native American Law Students Association on Nov. 7 at the Kenworthy on Main St. for a film presentation by Doug Nash, director of the Center for Indian Law and Policy at Seattle University School of Law, titled "American Indian Homelands: Matters of Truth, Honor and Dignity - Immemorial."
Doors open at 5 p.m. Program begins at 5:30 p.m.
Commentary by Prof. Nash prior to the screening. D...
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OUT in practiceThursday, October 27 2011 at 7:00 PM
Susan Moss will be speaking at the College of Law on
Thursday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. Dinner will be provided.
Moss is a University of Idaho Law graduate, was involved with the ACLU U of I Club, on the ACLU of Idaho board and is currently practicing while also raising two small children with her partner. Her bio can be found at: www.bwslawgroup.com/team/?id=6.
This event is sponsored by OUTlaw...
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College of Law Homecoming ReceptionFriday, October 7 2011 at 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Join alumni, faculty, staff and current students for light refreshments and conversation at the 2011 University of Idaho College of Law Homecoming Reception. Remarks will be given by featured speaker, Robert Wetherell.
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Everything You Want to Know About Law SchoolTuesday, September 13 2011 at 3:30 PM
If you are considering law school, attend this workshop to learn about what it takes to go to law school, how to prepare, tests to take, the application process and what it is like to attend on Sept. 13 at 3:30 p.m. in the Crest Room, Commons.
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Sherman J. Bellwood Memorial LectureTuesday, September 13 2011 at 3:30 PM
Wm. T. (Bill) RobinsonIII, president of the American Bar Association, will deliver the 2011-12 Sherman J. Bellwood Memorial Lecture at the University of Idaho on Tuesday, Sept. 13, at 3:30 p.m., in the Administration Building Auditorium on the Moscow campus.
Robinson’s lecture is titled, "The American Judiciary: Underfunded, Misunderstood and More Important than Ever.” The presentati...
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Bellwood Lecture Program Features ABA President, Celebration of Bill of RightsPosted: Friday, September 9 2011
MOSCOW, Idaho – By the time Wm. T. (Bill) Robinson III became president of the American Bar Association at the ABA’s annual meeting in Toronto this month, his presidential calendar already included a trip to Idaho.
Robinson will deliver the 2011-12 Sherman J. Bellwood Memorial Lecture at the University of Idaho on Tuesday, Sept. 13, at 3:30 p.m., in the Administration Building Auditorium...
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Building a Meeting Place Between Disciplines: University of Idaho Offers Law for ArchitectsPosted: Tuesday, October 26 2010
Written by Donna Emert
MOSCOW, Idaho – It takes a whole village to build a house, or a housing tract.
It’s a big, diverse, multi-stakeholder village that can include architects, contractors, developers, home owners, brokers, planners, engineers and attorneys.
Extensive land development and construction can require primary contracts, subcontracts, leases, loans, insurance and other agreements....
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And Justice for All: Idaho Professor Helps Bring the Rule of Law to KosovoPosted: Tuesday, May 11 2010
Written by Donna Emert
MOSCOW, Idaho – University of Idaho College of Law Professor Patrick Costello is serving in Kosovo as a Legal Specialist for the American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative May 10 through June 18.
He is in Kosovo’s capital and largest city, Prishtina, working with law faculty at University of Prishtina to improve and institutionalize their trial advocacy and clinical ...
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Memorial Service: Former Law Dean VincentiSaturday, April 10 2010 at 11:00 AM
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 10, at 11 a.m., for former College of Law Dean Sheldon Vincenti. During the service, in the College of Law Courtroom, remembrances will be given by Don Burnett, College of Law dean; Arthur Smith and Myron Schreck, professors emerti; and Monique Lillard, professor of law.
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Q & A About Law School AdmissionsWednesday, September 23 2009 at 4:30 PM
Wondering what it takes to get in to law school? Curious about the admission process? Come join Jenifer Finney, University of Idaho College of Law Director of Admissions, for an informative Q & A session.
Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the College of Law Courtroom.
Prospective students and anyone interested in learning more about the College of Law are encouraged to ...
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Celebrating 100 Years of Law Education in Idaho, and a Vision for Its FutureFriday, September 18 2009 at 1:30 PM
A centennial event in Moscow on Friday, Sept. 18, celebrates the college’s first century, which officially comes to a conclusion on Sunday, Sept. 20. Members of the College of Law community, as well as alumni and friends in the region, are cordially invited to a centennial program on Friday from 1:30-2:30 p.m., at the College of Law Courtroom, located in the Menard Law Building at 711 Rayburn St, ...
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