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Roger Williams University School of Law

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How will you change your world with a law degree? One of very few US law schools offering a Maritime Law focus with strong social justice programming. #rwulaw

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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
When RI Sec. of State Gregg Amore joined us in studio, we broke down how elections work locally, state vs federal control & what “nationalizing elections” means. Plus a quick Yankees ⚾ debate. 🎙️Drops Tuesday! Don't Miss It: linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #Podcast #LocalElections
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Big shifts are on the horizon for law school financial aid. What does that mean for you & your budget? Tracy Simmons, author of "Law School For Dummies," explains how financial aid is evolving. 📺Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgMR... #RhodeIsland #Law401 #lawschooladmissions
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Law School Admissions: what actually gets you in? Tracy Simmons, Associate Dean at Howard Univ School of Law & author of “Law School For Dummies,” shares insider advice from 30 yrs in law school admissions & financial aid. 🎧https://linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #LawSchoolAdmissions
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
#ICYMI: “Behind Closed Doors: Grand Juries in RI" The Bill of Rights shapes how the criminal justice system works, including the guarantee of a fair trial. In Rhode Island, those protections show up in grand jury proceedings. 🎙️https://linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #GrandJury
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
How do you actually get into law school? We went straight to the source. We’re joined by Tracy L. Simmons, author of Law School For Dummies. NEW Episode Drops Tuesday! Subscribe Now.🔗 linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #Podcast #LawSchoolAdmissions
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
RI grand juries shape criminal cases. But can everyday citizens navigate the complexity? 🎙️ "Behind Closed Doors: Grand Juries in Rhode Island" podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b... #RhodeIsland #Law401 #GrandJuries
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Think grand jury duty in Rhode Island is boring? Think again. RWU Law Professor Shannon Heery explains how everyday citizens hear evidence, ask questions, and decide if cases move forward. 🎧 “Behind Closed Doors: Grand Juries in Rhode Island” linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #GrandJuries
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
#ICYMI: Access to fresh food and wellness go hand in hand. Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos breaks down the laws and decisions behind food access to eliminate food deserts. 🎙️ “Rhode Island:  What’s Driving Up Your Grocery Bill?” podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r... #RhodeIsland #Law401 #FoodDeserts
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Behind closed doors, decisions are made that can shape justice before a trial even begins. We explain how RI's grand juries work with RWU Law Prof. Shannon Heery. Drops Tuesday! 🔗“Behind Closed Doors: Grand Juries in Rhode Island” linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #GrandJuries
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos stopped by the #Law401 podcast studio to talk food deserts & her Fair Price Grocery legislation. “Rhode Island: What’s Driving Up Your Grocery Bill?” 🎧Hear the full conversation podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r... #RhodeIsland #FoodAccess #FoodDeserts
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
When grocery stores close, Rhode Island families travel farther—or pay more—for healthy food, creating food deserts. Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos breaks down the Fair Price Grocery Agenda. 🔗Stream Now: "RI: What’s Driving Up Your Grocery Bill?" linktr.ee/rwulaw #Law401 #FoodAccess #FoodDesert
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
In Woonsocket & Providence, access to fresh, affordable food is still a challenge. Food deserts aren’t just inconvenient — they reflect real inequality. Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos discusses the Fair Price Grocery Agenda. 🔗Drops Tuesday: linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #FoodDeserts
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
What does successful civics education look like in RI? Hear from @hillaryvlima.bsky.social why inspiring young people and giving them civic experiences—inside classrooms and at the State House—matters. 🎧 "Generation Citizen: Inspiring NextGen” linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #Civics
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Rhode Island is rethinking civic education—but who benefits? Will funding reach the schools that need it most? @hillaryvlima.bsky.social breaks down the legislation shaping access to real civic experiences. 🎙️“Generation Citizen: Inspiring NextGen” linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #Civics
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
#ICYMI: What’s it really like to take on the federal government as a RI attorney? The Lawyers’ Committee for Rhode Island, is doing just that—pushing back on federal overreach and defending institutions. 🔗 lnkd.in/eGQJHNqZ #RhodeIsland #Law401 #podcast #DefendingDemocracy
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Great news for RWU Law ⚖️ A historic $4M gift establishes the Mandell Trial Advocacy Center. law.rwu.edu/news/news-archive/roger… It also rounds out growing support behind our mission. #RWULaw #SocialJusticeAdvocate
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Why start civic education early? @hillaryvlima.bsky.social from Generation Citizen explores youth in democracy, equity, and RI’s civic leadership. 🎧Subscribe now and catch “Generation Citizen: Inspiring NextGen” this Tuesday! linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #Civics #YouthVoice #Democracy
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Proud to see Rhode Island recognized in U.S. News grad rankings, including RWU Law and RWU’s Public Affairs program. via @Patch: patch.com/rhode-island/across-ri/th… #HigherEd #RhodeIsland
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
From federal lawsuits to local courage, RI is standing up. Hear how pro bono lawyers are defending nonprofits’ missions—and funding—against federal policies. “Standing Up for Democracy: Lawyers’ Committee for RI” linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #podcast #RuleOfLawRI
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
⚖️ April 24–25, 2026 Registration open: AAPI/MENA Women in Legal Academy Workshop Mentorship, community, advancing women in legal academia. Register: law.rwu.edu/events/asian-american-p… #WomenInLaw #LawWorkshop
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
🎙️Now Live! “Standing Up for Democracy: Lawyers’ Committee for Rhode Island” Project 2025 is reforming the federal government & Rhode Island lawyers are pushing back. Stream on Apple, YouTube or Spotify linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #RuleOfLawRI
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
CLE: Communication, Culture, and Change 📅 April 14 👉 law.rwu.edu/events/cle-program-comm… Generational differences shape communication and expectations. Learn how to turn them into strengths. #RWULaw #CLEcredits
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
A big day at the State House. RWU Law and Justice Day in action, with students, programs, and impact on full display. This is what legal education looks like in real time.
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
#ICYMI: RI Senator Tiara Mack weathered a five-year fight to pass the CROWN Act in RI to provide legal protection against hair discrimination in workplaces & schools. 👑“The CROWN Act: Fighting Against Race-Based Hair Discrimination” linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #PassTheCrownAct
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Small state, big impact. 🌊 🎙️ Miriam Weizenbaum on RI lawyers challenging federal decisions on the next episode,“Standing Up for Democracy: Lawyers’ Committee for Rhode Island.” Subscribe Now! linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #law401 #podcast #DefendingDemocracy
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
From hair straightening to self-love, Sen. Tiara Mack joins #Law401 to share her personal journey. She also discusses her work passing The CROWN Act to protect against hair discrimination in work & schools. 🎙️Full Episode >> linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #podcast #PassTheCrownAct
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
👑“The CROWN Act: Fighting Race-Based Hair Discrimination” 👑 The law bans bias against natural hair & styles like braids, locs, and twists in schools + workplaces. RI passed it—see what’s next nationwide. Stream: linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #BlackHairIsProfessional #hairdiscrimination
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
RWU Law’s 22nd Annual Symposium Dinner focused on civic engagement. Moderated by Dr. Taino J. Palermo L’22, the panel included student Julia Ortiz L’27 alongside members of the judiciary, including Melissa A. Long and Melissa R. DuBose. #RWULaw #CivicEngagement
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
How far can a president can go in exercising emergency executive authority? We dig into Youngstown Sheet & Tube v. Sawyer—when Truman tried to seize steel mills. 🎧 “The Tariff Power Struggle According to Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump” linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #podcast #tariffs
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Chief Judge John J. McConnell, Jr., of the US District Court of RI held federal court at RWU Law, giving students a firsthand look at the judiciary. “Judge McConnell brings humanity to the courtroom and the legal process,” says Prof. Louise Ellen Teitz. #RWULaw #LegalEducation
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
👑 The CROWN Act drops Tuesday! RI Sen. Tiara Mack breaks down how the law fights hair discrimination at school & work. Don't Miss It. Subscribe Now: linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #podcast #BlackHairIsProfessional#PassTheCrownAct
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
🎙️ Trade rules are shifting—prices for groceries, gas & cars are getting less predictable in RI. RWU Law Dean Gregory Bowman breaks down "Learning Resources v. Trump" and what it means for presidential tariff power. 🔗https://linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #tariff
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
🎧 “The Tariff Power Struggle According to Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump” RWU Law Dean Gregory Bowman breaks down the limits of executive power, Congress’s role, and what this ruling means for U.S. trade policy. 🎧 Stream linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #Law401 #podcast #TradePolicy #tariff
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Over the past two weeks, we’ve been announcing our Champions for Justice honorees. Today we reveal the 2026 Champion for Justice: Lynette Labinger, Esq., LH’21 Join us April 9: law.rwu.edu/events/champions-justic… #RWULaw #ChampionsforJustice2026 #socialjustice #publicinterestlaw
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
RWU Law’s admiralty moot court team made a strong showing in Charleston, SC. 🏆 2L Dylan Shea – Best Oral Advocate 🥉 3L Caroline Stanton Chlaupek – Third Best Oral Advocate Kudos to teammates 2L Joseph Bergeron, 2L Greta Johnson, 3L Drew Mondi, and 3L Max Schapfel 👏 #RWULaw #MootCourt #LawStudents
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
ICYMI: Survivors of childhood abuse face strict statutes of limitations. New legislation could give them a longer window to file civil claims. 🔗 Stream “Childhood Abuse in RI Catholic Churches: What’s Next?” linktr.ee/rwulaw #Law401 #RhodeIsland #SurvivorJustice
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Who actually has the power to impose tariffs—Congress or the President? 🎧 New episode on Tues: “The Tariff Power Struggle According to Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump” Greg Bowman, Dean of RWU Law and int'l trade expert, breaks down the Supreme Court’s decision. Subscribe linktr.ee/rwulaw
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
“Childhood Abuse in RI Catholic Churches: What’s Next?” How many survivors never got their day in court? Rep. Carol Hagan McEntee is pushing legislation to extend the civil claims window and shares how you can help. Stream: linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #CatholicDiocese #Law401
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
🔗“Childhood Abuse in RI Catholic Churches: What’s Next?” www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sp9n... After a report exposing decades of abuse in the Catholic Diocese of PVD, what’s next? Rep Carol Hagan McEntee discusses legislation that would open a window for civil claims. #CatholicDiocese #Law401
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Announcing our Champions for Justice 2026 Alumni Champion: Amy E. Greer, Esq., L’20 Associate Attorney, Dratel & Lewis Join us April 9: law.rwu.edu/events/champions-justic… Champion for Justice revealed soon. #RWULaw #ChampionsforJustice2026 #socialjustice #publicinterestlaw
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
ICYMI 👀 If you don’t know an algorithm is reviewing your loan, job, or housing app, how can you advocate for yourself? Transparency matters. Awareness is protection. 🎧 “The Algorithm Will See You Now — AI Bias You Don’t See” linktr.ee/rwulaw #AIBias #Law401 #RhodeIsland
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
“Childhood Abuse in RI Catholic Churches: What’s Next?” What legal steps can protect survivors and hold institutions accountable? Rep Carol Hagan McEntee discusses proposed legislation allowing civil claims up to 35yrs. Drops Tues: linktr.ee/rwulaw #RhodeIsland #CatholicDiocese #Law401
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
The Algorithm Will See You Now — AI Bias You Don’t See linktr.ee/rwulaw #Law401 hosts MDB & Nicole talk with Prof Natalia Friedlander to break down how AI shapes decisions in health care, housing, education & courts. What safeguards exist for Rhode Islanders? #AIBias #RhodeIsland #LegalEducation
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Justice needs champions ⚖️ Our first Champions for Justice 2026 honoree: Community Partner Champion Rhode Island Supreme Court Access to Justice Office Presented to Tamera Rocha, Esq. Join us April 9: law.rwu.edu/events/champions-justic… #RWULaw #ChampionsforJustice2026 #socialjustice
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
New #Law401 Episode! RWU Prof Natalia Friedlander explores: Can AI have bias? AI already influences decisions in health care, housing, education & courts. We look at how hidden bias can emerge in these systems. Plus: RI's new AI Report. 🔗https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/law-401/id1821449919
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
ICYMI: If talk of the US “rolling in” to buy Greenland in 2026 sounds dramatic, that’s because it is. 🔗 “Is Greenland for Sale? The Answer Rhode Island Needs” youtube.com/watch?v=Jk6d... #RhodeIsland #NationalSecurity #Greenland #Law401
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Drops Tues: “The Algorithm Will See You Now: AI Bias You Don’t See” 🤖 RWU Law Prof Natalia Friedlander explores: Can artificial intelligence be biased? This conversation goes beyond tech. It’s about fairness, justice & your rights. Subscribe: linktr.ee/rwulaw #AIBias #Law401 #RhodeIsland
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Four honors from preLaw Magazine: Justice & Opportunity Environmental Law Public Service Social Justice Recognition that reflects our mission — and our students. #RWULaw #LegalEducation #preLawMagazine
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Prof. Gregory Noone joins #Law401 to explain why the US sees territories like Greenland & Puerto Rico as strategic, not sovereign. 🎙️“Is Greenland for Sale? The Answer RI Needs” www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... #RhodeIsland #NationalSecurity #Greenland
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Roger Williams University School of Law @rwulaw.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
"Is Greenland for Sale? The Answer RI Needs." Greenland is making headlines as an “emergency” — but what does that really mean for Rhode Island? 🎧 Listen now on Apple, Spotify & YouTube: youtube.com/playlist?lis... #RhodeIsland #NationalSecurity #Greenland #Law401
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