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(916, 'JURIST Academy Encourages Minority Undergraduates to Pursue Law School', '2011-06-08', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626783374423%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626783374423%2F&amp;set_id=72157626783374423&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626783374423%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626783374423%2F&amp;set_id=72157626783374423&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWidener Law’s <a href=\"/Academics/JuristAcademyAdmissions.aspx\">Jurist Academy program</a>, a two-week long summer-camp intended to offer promising minority undergraduate students about the law and encourage them to pursue a legal education, began on May 31st and runs through Friday, June 10th. For the first time this year, the program is also running on Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus.<br><br>The JURIST Academy program offers participants a taste of law school, including classes on legal writing and analysis, torts, and criminal law, as well as an LSTAT preparation course. The students also have an opportunity to speak with practicing lawyers and enjoy field trips and a variety of special presentations. The Jurist Academy provides a competitive edge in law school admissions for promising college students from historically underrepresented groups by introducing them to the rigors of legal education and to the rewards of legal careers.<br><br>On Tuesday, May 7th, Jurist Academy students on the Harrisburg will hear from Harrisburg Mayor Linda D. Thompson on “Lawyers &amp; Civic Engagement,” and on Wednesday the 8th, they will visit the chambers of Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas Judge Janine Turgeon.<br><br>Jurist Academy students on the Delaware campus traveled to the Wilmington offices of Richards Layton and Finger for a visit on Wednesday, June 1st. The students practiced oral advocacy with lawyers from Skadden Arps Slate, Meagher &amp; Flom LLP on Thursday June 2nd, and they will have the opportunity to give oral presentations to representatives from Skadden Arps on Thursday the 9th. <br><br>On Monday the 6th, the Delaware students enjoyed a lunch panel with representatives from the Multicultural Judges and Lawyers Section of the Delaware State Bar. On Wednesday the 8th, they will have the opportunity to hear a panel discussion on Public Interest Law with Mary Jacobsen of the Mid Atlantic Environmental Law Center and Craig R. Fitzgerald, a child advocate from the Delaware Department of Justice.<br><br>Widener Law thanks all of the generous sponsors that make the Jurist Academy possible. “We are so pleased to have several highly-respected law firms, lawyers and organizations partnering with us on the endeavor,” says Widener Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a>.<br><br>Sponsors on the Delaware campus include:<br><ul>\n<li>DuPont</li>\n<li>Morris James LLP</li>\n<li>Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher &amp; Flom LLP</li>\n<li>The Multicultural Judges and Lawyers Section of the Delaware State Bar Association</li>\n<li>The American College of Mortgage Attorneys (ACMA)</li>\n<li>Young Conaway Stargatt &amp; Taylor LLP</li>\n<li>Richards Layton &amp; Finger</li>\n<li>Fox Rothschild LLP</li>\n<li>Ballard Spahr Andrews &amp; Ingersoll LLP.</li>\n</ul>Sponsors on the Harrisburg campus include:<br><ul>\n<li><span style=\"\">Central Pennsylvania College</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">The Dauphin County Bar Foundation</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Dilworth Paxson LLP</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Eckert Seamans Cherin &amp; Mellott LLC</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Highmark Blue Shield</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Keystone Bar Association</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">McNees Wallace &amp; Nurick</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Pepper Hamilton LLP</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Rhoads &amp; Sinon LLP</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">The Foundation for Enhancing Communities.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Vincent L. Champion, Esq.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Hon. Pedro Cortes, Esq.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Dr. Barbara Simpson Darden</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Clarissa Freeman, Esq.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\">Sharon Lopez, Esq.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\"><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn L. Meadows</a>, Esq.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"\"><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/WilliamsStarla.aspx\">Starla J. Williams</a>, Esq.<br></span></li>\n</ul>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(917, 'Widener Law Welcomes National Judicial College', '2011-06-13', '<img width=\"500\" height=\"281\" alt=\"NJC2011b\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/NJC2011b.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">From June 12th through the 16th, Widener Law’s Delaware campus is hosting the National Judicial College for an Advanced Administrative Law Seminar.<br><br>Bringing together Administrative Law Judges with at least three years of experience on the bench, the program is a four-day course taught by National Judicial College faculty members, including Widener Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a>. The course is designed to provide attendees with sound pre-hearing practice and case management techniques as well as tips for writing opinions that will stand up to judicial review. Other topics include evaluating witness and expert credibility, caseload management, and alternative dispute resolution mechanics.<br><br>The program opened on the evening of Sunday, June 12th, with registration, a welcome, and orientation. The classes began on Monday, June 13th, and run through Thursday, June 16th. The program includes sessions on the Nature of the Judicial Process, Prehearing Practice, Cultural Diversity, Evidence, the Ethical Role of the Judge, Decision Making, Raising the Quality of Written Decisions, Alternate Dispute Resolution, Constitutional Law, Judicial Review, and Personal Security.<br><br>Founded in 1963, the National Judicial College is located on the University of Nevada’s Reno campus. Run by an 18-member Board of Trustees, the National Judicial College became a Nevada not-for-profit educational corporation on January 1, 1978. The National Judicial College’s faculty consists of judges, lawyers, and legal professionals with national and international experience.<br><br>Widener Law Dean Linda L. Ammons has served as a member of the National Judicial College’s faculty since 1993.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(918, 'Inaugural York, Pennsylvania, Alumni Event Held', '2011-06-14', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626836734793%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626836734793%2F&amp;set_id=72157626836734793&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626836734793%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626836734793%2F&amp;set_id=72157626836734793&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWith nearly 40 attendees, the inaugural York, PA, alumni\nevent was a great success. This networking social was hosted in mid-June by\nalumni Rep. Eugene DePasquale ’02, Timothy Norton II ’09, and Amanda Snoke\nDubbs ’05. Joining the alumni and guests at the White Rose Bar &amp; Grill were\nDean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a>, Vice Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn L. Meadows</a>, and Professors <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/CapowskiJohnJ.aspx\">John Capowski</a>\nand <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/FruthAnnElizabeth.aspx\">Ann Fruth</a> ’92 as well as the Honorable Stephen P. Linebaugh, the Honorable\nClarence N. Patterson, Jr., the Honorable Richard K. Renn, and the Honorable\nGregory M. Snyder. For more information on alumni events in this region,\ncontact Ashley Barton at 717-541-3974 or <a href=\"mailto:anbarton@widener.edu\">anbarton@widener.edu</a>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(919, 'Annual Northeastern Pennsylvania Networking Social Held', '2011-06-14', '<img width=\"500\" height=\"375\" alt=\"Alumni2011Scranton\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/Alumni2011Scranton.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Alumni, accepted applicants, and students from Northeastern\nPennsylvania were invited to join Vice Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn L. Meadows</a> and <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/CozzillioMichaelJ.aspx\">Professor\nCozzillio</a> for a networking happy hour at Trax Bar and Grill in Scranton,\nPennsylvania. This annual regional event was held on Monday, June 13, 2011. In\nthe past five years, alumni attendance for events in this region has increased\nby 200%. Widener Law wishes to extend our thanks to event hosts Brian Nixon\n’95, Robert Trichilo ’95, and Nicole Santo ’10 for their help in making this a\nsuccessful event.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(920, '2011 JURIST Academy Program Closes With Unique Opportunities', '2011-06-15', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626783374423%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626783374423%2F&amp;set_id=72157626783374423&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626783374423%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157626783374423%2F&amp;set_id=72157626783374423&amp;jump_to=\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n\"I don\'t think there\'s a challenge I can\'t handle. That\'s what law school does for you,\" said Widener Law Commonwealth graduate Vincent L. Champion ’01, an associate at Rhoads &amp; Sinon LLP, as he spoke to participants in the 2011 Harrisburg JURIST Academy program at a special lunch forum on Thursday, June 9th.<br><br>Mr. Champion’s visit offered one example of the unique opportunities JURIST Academy students on both the Delaware and Harrisburg campuses enjoyed to engage with practicing attorneys and legal professionals.<br><br>On Tuesday, June 7th, Harrisburg Mayor Linda D. Thompson spoke to the Harrisburg students on “Lawyers &amp; Civic Engagement,” and she presented a proclamation acknowledging the role of the JURIST Academy in diversifying the legal profession. The next day, the students traveled to the Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas in the morning, and they visited the chambers of Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas Judge Janine Turgeon in the afternoon.<br><br>Delaware JURIST Academy students were treated to a special visit to the Wilmington offices of Richards Layton and Finger on Wednesday, June 1st, and they also had the opportunity to practice oral advocacy with lawyers from Skadden Arps Slate, Meagher &amp; Flom LLP on Thursday June 2nd before giving oral presentation to lawyers from the firm a week later. Additionally, they enjoyed a lunch panel with representatives from the Multicultural Judges and Lawyers Section of the Delaware State Bar. On Wednesday the 8th, they attended a panel discussion on Public Interest Law with Mary Jacobsen of the Mid Atlantic Environmental Law Center and Craig R. Fitzgerald, a child advocate from the Delaware Department of Justice.<br><br>Widener Law once again thanks all of the generous sponsors that made the 2011 Jurist Academy such a success.\n<br><br>\nSponsors on the Delaware campus included:\n<ul>\n<li>DuPont</li>\n<li>Morris James LLP</li>\n<li>Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher &amp; Flom LLP</li>\n<li>The Multicultural Judges and Lawyers Section of the Delaware State Bar Association</li>\n<li>The American College of Mortgage Attorneys (ACMA)</li>\n<li>Young Conaway Stargatt &amp; Taylor LLP</li>\n<li>Richards Layton &amp; Finger</li>\n<li>Fox Rothschild LLP</li>\n<li>Ballard Spahr Andrews &amp; Ingersoll LLP.</li>\n</ul>\nSponsors on the Harrisburg campus included:\n<ul>\n<li>Central Pennsylvania College</li>\n<li>The Dauphin County Bar Foundation</li>\n<li>Dilworth Paxson LLP</li>\n<li>Eckert Seamans Cherin &amp; Mellott LLC</li>\n<li>Highmark Blue Shield</li>\n<li>Keystone Bar Association</li>\n<li>McNees Wallace &amp; Nurick</li>\n<li>Pepper Hamilton LLP</li>\n<li>Rhoads &amp; Sinon LLP</li>\n<li>The Foundation for Enhancing Communities.</li>\n<li>Vincent L. Champion, Esq.</li>\n<li>Hon. Pedro Cortes, Esq.</li>\n<li>Dr. Barbara Simpson Darden</li>\n<li>Clarissa Freeman, Esq.</li>\n<li>Sharon Lopez, Esq.</li>\n<li>\n<a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn L. Meadows</a>, Esq.</li>\n<li>\n<a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/WilliamsStarla.aspx\">Starla J. Williams</a>, Esq.<br>\n</li>\n</ul>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(921, 'Environmental Law Clinic Files Amicus Brief with Delaware Supreme Court', '2011-06-21', 'The Delaware Supreme Court recently granted the Delaware chapter of the Sierra Club the right to file an amicus curiae brief in support of an appeal by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) in the case of Sussex County v. the State of Delaware, DNREC.<br><br>The Delaware Superior Court found in favor of Sussex County and several private landowners in March, ruling that DNREC’s regulations instituting land buffers and zoning restrictions in the Inland Bays watershed constituted zoning. DNREC appealed the Superior Court’s ruling to the Delaware Supreme Court, and on May 17th, Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/KristlKennethT.aspx\">Ken Kristl</a>, the Director of Widener Law’s <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Clinics/EnvironmentalandNaturalResourcesLawClinic.aspx\">Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic</a>, filed a motion on behalf of the Sierra Club for leave to file as an amicus curiae in support of DNREC’s position. <br><br>“The clinic is actively involved in trying to ensure that the environmental laws are able to provide the most protection that they can,” said Professor Kristl.<br><br>The motion to file cited the Sierra Club’s longstanding commitment to  the protection of Delaware’s natural environment and its knowledge of the regulatory process that led to the issuance of the PCS regulations. On June 13th, the Delaware Supreme Court granted the motion to allow the brief.<br><br>“We believe that the Superior Court made a mistake,” Kristl said. “The implications of the decision could undermine other environmental regulations. We wanted to make sure that the Supreme Court considers that when they decide whether or not to overturn the decision.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(922, 'Law professors contribute to new documentary film', '2011-06-22', 'Two Widener Law professors will be featured in a new documentary film premiering Friday that marks the 40th anniversary of Delaware’s Coastal Zone Act.<br><br>H. Albert Young Professor of Constitutional Law <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MayJamesR.aspx\">James R. May</a> and Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/KristlKennethT.aspx\">Kenneth T. Kristl</a>, who directs the school’s <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Clinics/EnvironmentalandNaturalResourcesLawClinic.aspx\">Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic</a>, were both interviewed for the film, “Delaware\'s Coastal Zone Act: An Evolving Legacy.”<br><br>“They provided some historical narrative,” filmmaker Michael Oates said. “They know the history and could comment objectively.”<br><br>The film recounts the dramatic struggle of the late Gov. Russell W. Peterson to craft visionary environmental legislation to preserve Delaware’s shoreline, its 40-year history and the ongoing challenges Delawareans face in the struggle to balance the desire for industrial development with a love for unspoiled natural habitats. Oates produced the documentary with support from Berkana Center for Media and Education, the Delaware Humanities Forum and E. I. du Pont de Nemours &amp; Company.<br><br>\"The Coastal Zone Act was and is unique - no other coastal state had the wisdom or foresight to protect its coastal areas like Delaware did back in 1971,\" Professor Kristl said.  \"As the Act celebrates its 40th anniversary, I was honored to offer some views on the Act based on my scholarship and clinical practice.  I look forward to seeing the premiere.\"<br><br>\"It\'s a timely film about when Delaware led the way in environmental policy,\" adds Professor May. \"The film also coincides with Widener\'s commemoration of the 40th Anniversary of the Delaware Coastal Zone Act, which will take place this fall.\" <br><br>Oates made the film through his company 302 Stories, which documents the stories of the people and places of Delaware.<br><br>The premier will be held Friday, June 24 at Theatre N at Nemours, 1007 Orange St. in Wilmington. It begins at 7 p.m. For information about tickets, call 302.652.1482, or visit <a href=\"http://www.delcf.org\" title=\"www.delcf.org\">www.delcf.org</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(923, 'New Multicultural Affairs Officer Teaches Class on Virtual Practice', '2011-06-28', '<img width=\"300\" height=\"426\" alt=\"troyRiddle\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/troyRiddle.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">“This is really about trying to remind students that having a professional degree gives them options,” says Troy Riddle of the summer class he is teaching called “Law Practice in the 21st Century.”<br><br>An ’08 graduate of Widener Law, Troy returned in April 2011 to serve as the school’s multicultural affairs officer after serving as an assistant director in the Office of Diversity Initiatives for the Law School Admission Council and practicing with a small law office in Philadelphia. He is also an adjunct faculty member, and he proposed the “Law Practice in the 21st Century” course as a way to help the next generation of lawyers deal with the impact of emerging technologies on legal trends.<br><br>Troy approached Total Attorneys, a Chicago-based provider of integrated technology solutions for solo practitioners and small law firms and received permission to use their web-based practice management platform with his students. He received 19 software licenses for the registered students and set up a virtual firm for the class to provide his students with a “completely virtual experience.”<br><br>Troy hopes that the class will expose students to some of the resources available to them when they go out into the world as practicing attorneys. The class work – which includes developing a client intake form, drafting an uncontested divorce petition, generating a client invoice, and developing a one-page web presence for their own firm – provides the students with hands-on experience, and helps them see both the challenges and the opportunities provided by technological advances. Guest speakers have also offered the students insight into their own real-world experiences.<br><br>In addition to teaching “Law Practice in the 21st Century,” Troy has been settling into his role as Widener Law’s multicultural affairs officer, working closely with both the <a href=\"/Admissions.aspx\">Admissions Office</a> and the <a href=\"/CampusLife/AdvisingandCounseling.aspx\">Office of Student Affairs</a> to coordinate the school’s diversity initiatives.<br><br>“What I really missed was the opportunity to meet and interact with eager, bright-eyed law students,” he says of his return to Widener Law. “I’m glad to be here in this capacity.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(924, 'Clinic student develops legal skills while confronting Marcellus Shale drilling issues for client', '2011-06-29', '<img width=\"300\" height=\"404\" alt=\"JohnsonJon\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/JohnsonJon.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">The <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Clinics/EnvironmentalandNaturalResourcesLawClinic.aspx\">Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic</a> had barely opened on the Harrisburg campus when the second phone call to its Environmental Help Line influenced the course of student Jon Johnson’s future.<br><br>Johnson, who was one of a handful of students who helped expand the Clinic to the Harrisburg campus, knew nothing about hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking” – the process used to unearth natural gas from shales deep beneath the earth’s surface. But the call from a resident of Damascus, Pa. near the Pennsylvania-New York border in Wayne County, changed everything.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Researching the Problem</span><br><br>Weeks later, Johnson, fellow clinic intern Claire Gargiulo and Associate Professor and Clinic Director <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/KristlKennethT.aspx\">Kenneth T. Kristl</a> were sitting in a Wayne County, Pa. living room surrounded by about a dozen concerned citizens who were behind that phone call. The citizens had been approached by gas companies who wanted to drill on their properties, or lived near people who were selling drilling rights. As he gazed out at the Delaware River from a picture window in that living room, Johnson began to learn about the risks and damage that can accompany drilling. <br><br>“I spent many hours after that throughout the summer, trying to find any way I could to help them,” Johnson said, estimating he has since logged about 150 volunteer hours in service of that one Clinic client. “I do research everyday on gas drilling and hydro fracking.”<br><br>Fracking involves injecting a complex mix of chemicals deep into the earth to free the natural gas, which is trapped 500 to 8,000 feet below in the geologic formation known as Marcellus Shale. The shale underlies much of Pennsylvania. Nationally, fracking and related gas-drilling activities have led to contaminated water supplies and been linked to public health problems. The Oscar-nominated “Gasland” documentary chronicled the tribulations of people who live near natural gas wells.<br><br>The Clinic took on the residents as clients. Johnson began writing letters to the township, arguing they were letting gas companies drill in violation of township zoning. The Clinic threatened to sue.<br><br>Johnson, 35, has a background in electrical and mechanical engineering. The married father of two enrolled in Widener’s extended division in 2007 and continued to work full time as he pursued his law degree. A native of south Texas, he is a long-time resident of Berks County, Pa. Natural gas extraction and fracking have become big issues in Pennsylvania, with thousands of wells drilled or planned to tap the Marcellus Shale. For Johnson, the matter quickly became personal.<br><br>Through his research, Johnson learned the clients lived in the Delaware River Basin, an area of more than 13,000 square miles that includes the longest un-dammed river east of the Mississippi and 216 tributaries. It provides water for drinking, agricultural and industrial use to more than 15 million people. The Delaware River Basin Commission is the regional body that regulates the river system.<br><br>Johnson learned the commission, made up of the governors of the four basin states – Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York – and the commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers North Atlantic Division, already had two pending applications for natural gas drilling. <br><br>As the Clinic’s clients formed into a group known as Damascus Watch, the commission moved to put all drilling applications on hold while it developed regulations that would govern the practice. And, it invited public comments. Kristl asked Johnson to draft comments on behalf of Damascus Watch.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Getting to Work</span><br><br>Johnson got to work in February 2011.<br><br>The result was a nine-page public-comment document completed two months later that made two major arguments. First, it maintained the proposed regulations would violate the commission’s compact – designed to create a uniform set of rules throughout the Delaware River Basin – by giving regulatory control to the individual compact states. Second, it argued the commission cannot enact regulations because it has failed to complete an assessment of what drilling would do to the environment, as required by federal law. Subsequent to the filing of the Clinic\'s comments, the State of New York sued the DRBC in New York federal court on the basis of the same failure to perform an environmental assessment<br><br>Johnson said the experience taught him to write concisely, avoid legalese and stick to the main issues that have the best chance of winning.<br><br>“More than 90 percent of the final document was written by John,” Kristl said. “He kept generating drafts and we would talk about his points and help him focus the argument and make it stronger. As the document evolved, I could see Jon’s skill and confidence grow. This became a real capstone experience in Jon’s legal education.”<br><br>Kristl said he was pleased to see the Clinic provide Johnson such an educational opportunity and the citizens such a vital service. It cemented his belief that Widener was wise to expand the Clinic to the Harrisburg campus in spring 2010. The Clinic began operations on the Delaware campus 21 years ago.<br><br>“Cases like this demonstrate how Clinics play such a key role in our service-learning approach,” Kristl said. “Jon represented real people, he honed his research and legal writing skills and he worked to make a difference in the community. Jon grew as a lawyer and is better equipped for the legal career that awaits him. That’s rewarding for him and fulfilling for me as the professor who guided him.”<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Looking to the Future</span><br><br>As Damascus Watch and the Clinic await the commission’s next move, Johnson is getting used to the fact that he had to walk away from the case to make room for the next generation of Clinic interns. He graduated in May and wants to practice environmental law. He hopes to secure a job at a midsize firm with an environmental litigation department. But first, he is focused on passing the bar. He is grateful for the Clinic experience.<br><br>“As I got involved with it, I found where I should be,” he said.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Reach the Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic Environmental Help Line at 888.953.6853.\n</span>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(925, 'Widener Law announces faculty and staff changes', '2011-06-30', 'Widener Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> has announced key faculty and staff changes for the upcoming academic year.<br><br>“This is an outstanding group of people and we are fortunate to have them on our Widener team,” Ammons said. “Each one of them will bring unique talents and insights to the school, and I’m certain they will all make significant contributions to the outstanding legal education we already provide our students.”<br><br>The appointments take effect July 1, unless otherwise noted.<br><br><strong>Delaware campus faculty changes include:</strong><br><br><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"NewFacSheuer150px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/NewFacSheuer150px.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\"><span style=\"\"><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/ScheuerLukeM.aspx\">Luke M. Scheuer</a></span> joins the faculty as an assistant professor of law. He comes to the school having held adjunct positions at Boston College Law School, University of Massachusetts School of Law and Boston University School of Law where he was teaching advanced legal skills courses on contract and corporate drafting. Before teaching, he held a judicial clerkship in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts and also worked as a corporate associate at Goodwin Procter LLP in Boston. Scheuer holds a law degree from Boston College Law School. He will teach a course in business organizations this fall.<br><br><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"FloatLeft\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/NewFacSteinglass150px.jpg\" alt=\"NewFacSteinglass150px\"><span style=\"\"><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/SteinglassStevenH.aspx\">Steven H. Steinglass</a></span> joins the faculty as a visiting distinguished professor for the fall 2011 semester. Steinglass is dean emeritus and professor of law at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law at Cleveland State University, a title he has held since 2005, when he stepped down from serving nine years as the law dean to return to the faculty. Steinglass is a graduate of the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and the Columbia University School of Law. He is a nationally known expert on civil rights/sec. 1983 litigation and will teach classes at Widener on civil procedure and civil rights.<br><br><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"NewFacSmith150px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/NewFacSmith150px.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\"><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/SmithAndre.aspx\">Andre L. Smith</a> joins the faculty as an associate professor of law. He came to Widener in the fall of 2010 as a visiting associate professor and this new appointment makes him part of the full-time, tenure-track faculty. Smith teaches classes on administrative law and federal income tax. He had previously taught at Florida International University College of Law in Miami since 2004. He holds a master of laws degree in taxation from Georgetown University Law Center and a law degree from Howard University School of Law.<br><br><br><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"NewFacScalio150pxx150px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/NewFacScalio150pxx150px.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\"><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/ScalioRebeccaL.aspx\">Rebecca Scalio</a> joins the faculty as an assistant professor of legal methods. Scalio came to Widener in the fall of 2009 as a member of the adjunct faculty and in 2010 she became a visiting legal writing professor. This new appointment makes her part of the full-time, permanent faculty. She holds a law degree from Temple University’s Beasley School of Law, where she taught legal writing and appellate advocacy before coming to Widener. She also practiced law with Richards, Layton &amp; Finger, P.A. and Potter Anderson &amp; Corroon LLP, where she focused on chapter 11 debtor and creditor representation and corporate litigation, respectively.<br><br><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"NewFacHammermesh150pxx150px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/NewFacHammermesh150pxx150px.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\">In addition, Ruby R. Vale Professor of Corporate and Business Law <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/HamermeshLawrenceA.aspx\">Lawrence A. Hamermesh</a> returns from an 18-month leave of absence to resume his position as director of the school’s <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/InstituteofDelawareCorporateandBusinessLaw.aspx\">Institute of Delaware Corporate &amp; Business Law</a>. While on leave Hamermesh served as senior special counsel with the Office of Chief Counsel of the Division of Corporation Finance at the Securities and Exchange Commission in Washington, D.C.<br><br><br><br><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"NewfacMoulton150pxx150px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/NewfacMoulton150pxx150px.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\">Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MoultonGeoff.aspx\">H. Geoffrey Moulton Jr.</a> returns to the criminal law faculty after taking a two-year leave of absence, which he spent serving as chief counsel to U.S. Sen. Ted Kaufman of Delaware, and then as deputy special inspector general and chief of staff for the Office of the Special Inspector General for the Troubled Asset Relief Program.<br><br><strong><br><br><br>Administrative changes, Harrisburg campus:</strong><br><br><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"NewFacBarros150pxx150px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/NewFacBarros150pxx150px.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\">Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/BarrosDBenjamin.aspx\">D. Benjamin Barros</a> takes over the role as associate dean for faculty research and development on the Harrisburg campus. He replaces Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/PowerRobertC.aspx\">Robert C. Power</a> who has held the position since 2009. Power will focus on full-time teaching and scholarship. Barros joined the Widener Law faculty in 2004 from the New York office of Latham &amp; Watkins LLP. He holds a law degree from Fordham University School of Law and writes in the areas of property, business organizations, real estate transactions, takings, and property theory.<br><br><strong><br>Administrative changes, Delaware campus:</strong><br><br><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"NewFacStrauss150pxx150px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/NewFacStrauss150pxx150px.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\">Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/StraussAndrewL.aspx\">Andrew L. Strauss</a> takes over the role as associate dean for faculty research and development on the Delaware campus. He replaces Erin Daly, who has held the position since it was created in the fall of 2007. Daly will become the H. Albert Young Fellow in Constitutional Law. Strauss has been a part of the Widener Law faculty since 1990 and holds a law degree from New York University School of Law. He teaches and writes in the areas of public international law, international economic law, international transactions and international organizations.<br><br><br><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"FloatLeft\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/daly150px150px.jpg\" alt=\"daly150px150px\">Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/DalyErin.aspx\">Erin Daly</a> becomes the new H. Albert Young Fellow in Constitutional Law, succeeding Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MayJamesR.aspx\">James R. May</a>. Professor Daly had prieviously served as the associate dean for faculty research and development on the Delaware campus since the position was created in the fall of 2007. The H. Albert Young Fellowship in Constitutional Law was endowed in 1998 by the Young Foundation of Wilmington, Del. in honor of the late H. Albert Young, a highly respected attorney and former Delaware attorney general. The fellowship enables a Widener University School of Law professor to conduct and publish research in the area of Delaware or U.S. constitutional law.<br><br><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"NewFacRiddle150px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/NewFacRiddle150px.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\">Widener Law alumnus Troy Riddle ‘08 joined the administrative staff in April as the school’s new multi-cultural affairs officer. Riddle previously worked for the Law School Admission Council, where he was assistant director in the Office of Diversity Initiatives. He is also a member of the adjunct faculty, teaching the course, “Law Practice in the 21st Century” this summer on the Delaware campus.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(926, 'Professors Anna Hemingway and Mary Ann Robinson present at the 2011 ALWD Conference', '2011-07-06', '<img width=\"400\" height=\"269\" alt=\"2011 ALWD Conference\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/2011%20ALWD%20Conference.png\" class=\"FloatRight\"><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/HemingwayAnnaP.aspx\">Anna Hemingway</a>, Director of Harrisburg’s Legal Methods Program, and <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/RobinsonMaryAnn.aspx\">Mary Ann Robinson</a>, who teaches Legal Methods on the Delaware campus, were among the presenters at the 2011 ALWD Conference held at Pacific McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, California in June 2011.  <br><br>Professor Hemingway was a member of a moderated panel discussion entitled “Constructing a Scholarly Persona.”  She also presented individually on The Work of Leading a Law School Class Successfully: Re-Visioning Classroom Dynamics under Leadership Principles.  In this presentation, Professor Hemingway described how the application of leadership principles to law school teaching can help professors enhance the effectiveness of their teaching and help their students become more fully engaged followers and better learners.<br><br>Professor Robinson’s topic was Professionalism Illustrated on Film: A Platform for Discussion by Law Students &amp; Lawyers. The presentation featured a collection of filmed vignettes and related written teaching materials addressing some core professionalism concepts.  The vignettes were created by Professor Robinson and Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/KehnerAlisonDonahue.aspx\">Alison Kehner</a> and are available on the <a href=\"/Academics/LegalMethods.aspx\">Legal Methods page</a> <make> on Widener’s website.  The presentation demonstrated an effective way to foster a dynamic classroom discussion of professionalism issues.  Production of these vignettes was made possible by a 2009 ALWD Teaching Grant and an additional grant from Widener University School of Law.<br><br>There were over 120 participants at the conference from law schools all over the country.\n</make>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(927, 'Blogs Capture Summer Experiences', '2011-07-06', '<img width=\"350\" height=\"202\" alt=\"2011Globalbloggers\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/2011Globalbloggers.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Students serving as <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Externships/WidenerGlobalLawExternship.aspx\">Global Externs</a> have begun writing about their experiences with the United Nations and the International Trade Administration. Additionally, Widener Law’s four exciting Summer <a href=\"/Academics/SpecialProgramsandInitiatives/StudyAbroadOpportunities.aspx\">Study Abroad Programs</a> have begun, and those interested can check in on what is happening by following along at the respective blogs.<br><br>Student Halak Mehta has written about her work as an extern with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Campaign to End Poverty 2015. “As an extern, I provide support in policy research and analysis focusing on Japan MDG review summit, the Integrated Implementation Framework (IIF), and the South Korea Aid Effectiveness meeting. In addition, I participate in other UN Meetings dealing with the MDGs and prepare synthesis reports on the commitments made, achievements realized and existing gaps,” writes Halak, who calls the externship an “extraordinary opportunity.”<br><br>Adam Robert Gibbons has been serving his externship with the International Trade Administration, an office of the Department of Commerce. Of his assignment, Adam writes, “I am tasked with finding out what the domestic and global market it for veterinary drugs. Generally this encompasses both animal pharmaceuticals and biologics. The ITA is interested in knowing how large the industry is, both in this country and globally.”<br><br>Adam goes on to write that his assignment “will quite possibly be the most difficult thing I have ever done, but if there is one thing that I have learned in law school, it is that the more difficult something is going to be, the better you feel when you have finally completed it.”<br><br>The final global extern, James Doyle, is also working at the International Trade Administration on “a project regarding rare earth elements used in the medical industry.” He writes, “So far the externship has been a great opportunity to work on hot issues in international trade, meet people and set up personal networks, and understand fully how business in Washington goes about. My favorite part of the day is my walk through the National Mall to the Department of Commerce building. The Capital Building and Washington Monument looming overhead can inspire just about anyone to want to achieve success in this city.”<br><br>Students have also been blogging about their experiences in Widener Law’s Summer Institutes. George Weber has posted about his experiences in <a href=\"/Academics/SpecialProgramsandInitiatives/StudyAbroadOpportunities/GenevaSwitzerland.aspx\">Lausanne, Switzerland</a>, and students in the <a href=\"/Academics/SpecialProgramsandInitiatives/StudyAbroadOpportunities/VeniceItaly.aspx\">Venice program</a> have also been writing about their trip.<br><br>Feel free to follow along by visiting the <a title=\"Venice Blog\" href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/venice/\">Venice</a> or <a title=\"Switzerland Blog\" href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/switzerland/\">Switzerland</a> blogs, or check out the experiences of the Global Externs at the <a title=\"Global Externs Blog\" href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/globalhealthlaw/\">Global Externs Blog</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(928, 'Professor Hamermesh Returns Following Stint with the Securities and Exchange Commission', '2011-07-07', '<img width=\"300\" height=\"378\" alt=\"hamermesh2011 300px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/hamermesh2011%20300px.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">“It’s a remarkable experience to see how rules get developed,” says Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/HamermeshLawrenceA.aspx\">Larry Hamermesh</a> of the 18 months he spent working as senior special counsel with the Office of Chief Counsel of the Division of Corporation Finance of the Securities and Exchange Commission.<br><br>The Division of Corporation Finance seeks to ensure that investors have the necessary information to make informed investment decisions and provides interpretive assistance to companies on SEC rules and regulations. The office sought Professor Hamermesh out for his expertise in state laws, particularly Delaware corporate law.<br><br>He welcomed the chance to work with people who were “extremely knowledgeable about securities law.” Praising the staff for their “remarkable institutional perspective,” he adds, “Almost without exception, they’re very self-effacing, and yet they are required to take a broad view of policy. They don’t get to make policy, but they get to critique it.”<br><br>The time spent at the SEC provided Professor Hamermesh with a lot of insight into how agencies work, how rules are created, when rules are necessary, and how “what Congress does limits or expands what the agency can do.” He noted that one of the toughest tasks was “being sympathetic to the goals of legislation without doing violence to the words of the statute.”<br><br>“From seeing the people who do the hands-on-securities law, I think I have a much better prospective on what students in that area will be working on,” he says, adding that he will use the knowledge he gained to shape his teaching. He used the example of initial public offerings, saying that he dedicated a great deal of time to them in past classes, but that his time at the SEC taught him that while they are important, they make up only a relatively small portion of the transactional work of securities lawyers.<br><br>“I’m glad to be back,” concluded Professor Hamermesh. “This is a great job. It’s good working with students. It’s great to have the freedom to write and publish what I want, and not be limited by the needs of a client, whether an individual, a company, or a government agency.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(929, 'Summer Renovations Improve the Delaware Campus', '2011-07-11', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627014363847%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627014363847%2F&amp;set_id=72157627014363847&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627014363847%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627014363847%2F&amp;set_id=72157627014363847&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nSummer 2011 has seen a number of substantial improvements to the physical plant of the Delaware campus with more changes on the way. Construction projects include the <a href=\"/Gateway/CurrentStudents/DelawareStudents/StudentResources/MailRoom.aspx\">Mail Room</a> and <a href=\"/CampusLife/HousingandDining/DininginDelaware.aspx\">Crown Court snack bar</a> in the Main Law Building, improvements to Polishook Hall and the <a href=\"/CampusLife/HousingandDining/HousinginDelaware/ConcordHall.aspx\">Concord Hall dormitory</a>, and the relocation of the tennis and basketball courts to create additional parking closer to the main law building.<br><br>The new, recently completed Mail Room stands in the area once occupied by the Crown Court snack bar and the area behind it that was formerly room 121. With the new Mail Room up and running, the next stage of the renovations will see a new Crown Court built in the much larger area where the Mail Room formerly stood.<br><br>The all-new Crown Court will offer an expanded dining experience including additional menu offerings. The new location will also feature a greatly expanded seating area for students, faculty, and staff to enjoy.<br><br>Following last summer’s extensive renovations of Polishook Hall, a second phase of work has commenced on the building that will see new exterior paint and the replacement of all windows and glass entryways with energy-efficient windows and doors.  <br><br>Rooms in the Concord Hall dormitory will see all carpeting replaced with tile, and energy-efficient windows and doors will be installed throughout the building. The exterior of the building will also be repainted.<br><br>Coming weeks will see the relocation of the tennis and basketball courts from the center of campus to an area behind <a href=\"/CampusLife/HousingandDining/HousinginDelaware/ShipleyHall.aspx\">Shipley Hall</a> near the rugby field. After the athletic courts are moved, the area will be excavated, refilled and then paved to create additional parking spaces closer to the Main Law Building.<br><br>Ongoing efforts to improve the campus will provide a more welcoming environment for everyone as the 2011-12 academic year approaches.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(930, 'Widener Law Community Mourns Passing of Veterans Law Clinic Attorney', '2011-07-12', '<div style=\"float: right; margin: 4px; width: 403px;\">\n<img width=\"399\" height=\"331\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/GaryDBerg3.jpg\" alt=\"Gary Berg\"><p><span style=\"\" class=\"Caption\">Gary D. Berg, third from right, at a January 2011 training session for attorneys interested in doing pro bono work on behalf of veterans.</span></p>\n</div>\nThe entire Widener Law Community extends heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Gary Dennis Berg, who passed away on July 7, 2011 following a two-year battle with cancer.<br><br>A 2004 graduate of Widener Law, Gary joined the Veterans Law Clinic as a staff attorney in early 2008, and he spent the next several years working with veterans who needed legal help with VA claims.<br><br>Born in Wilmington, Delaware,  Gary D. Berg graduated from Brandywine High School in 1968. Before attending law school, he worked for many years as a special education teacher in northern Delaware. He is survived by his wife, Maria, as well as two daughters, a son-in-law, two brothers, and two grandchildren.<br><br>Contributions in memory of Gary can be sent to the Cancer Treatment Center of America, 1331 E. Wyoming Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19124.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, '');
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(931, 'Global externs are back at work', '2011-07-13', '<img width=\"350\" height=\"202\" alt=\"2011Globalbloggers\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/2011Globalbloggers.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">The federal government and the United Nations are summer learning laboratories for Widener Law students.<br><br>With the help of Visiting Distinguished Professor of Law <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/ForzleyMichele.aspx\">Michele D. Forzley</a>, three students were able to secure summer placements in <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Externships/WidenerGlobalLawExternship.aspx\">global externships</a>. Forzley is supervising the students using the internet and Skype and in person where possible.<br><br>“These experiences provide our students an opportunity to work inside government and an international organization with a focus on public and private international law, and the policy issues of their host organizations,” Forzley said. “Last summer marked the first time our students held externships at these organizations – and both places renewed their requests for externs this year. That speaks volumes about the quality of work Widener Law students produce.”<br><br>The program was first developed in 2010 through the school’s <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/HealthLawInstitute.aspx\">Health Law Institute</a> with a global health law focus. It was broadened to all disciplines for 2011, in recognition of the importance of international work places for students.<br><br>The 2011 students and their assignments include:<br><br>Harrisburg-campus student Adam Gibbons and Delaware-campus student James Doyle are both working at the U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration in Washington, D.C. <br><br>Doyle recently returned to the United States from China, where he spent the spring semester <a href=\"/Academics/SpecialProgramsandInitiatives/StudyAbroadOpportunities/ChongqingChina.aspx\">studying international law at the Southwest University of Political Science &amp; Law</a>. In the externship, he is preparing a report on rare earth elements used in the medical industry. Rare earth elements are a group of minerals vital to the manufacture of medical devices, among other things. <br><br>Gibbons is at the administration studying the domestic and global market for veterinary drugs. Like Doyle, he will prepare a report on his findings by the end of the summer. Part of his work will involve examining aspects of the veterinary drug industry and the social, economic and environmental issues that come with the use of drugs on animals – including the effect on human health from the consumption of meat treated with drugs while the animals were alive<br><br>Harrisburg-campus student Halak Mehta, a resident of Harrisburg, is working for the United Nations’ 2015 Millennium Campaign in the office of the U.N. Development Program in New York City. The campaign is intended to end extreme world poverty through achievement of the Millennium Development Goals. She is providing support in comparative global policy research of HIV/AIDS and will prepare a comprehensive analysis to determine if the goals are achievable by 2015. She is also preparing a side event conference sponsored by the campaign office that will take place at the U.N. General Assembly meeting in September. <br><br>Mehta will continue working on projects for the office as a third-year law student this fall. <br><br> “Externships give students a chance to see how things work in the real world – one that is increasingly global – and they strengthen the educational experience,” Forzley said. <br><br>The students have been chronicling their experiences online through the Global Extern Blog, hosted by the law school. Read it at <a href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/globalhealthlaw\">blogs.law.widener.edu/globalhealthlaw</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(932, 'Harrisburg Dean of Students Indulges Passion for Photography in Kenya', '2011-07-14', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627171282270%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627171282270%2F&amp;set_id=72157627171282270&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627171282270%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627171282270%2F&amp;set_id=72157627171282270&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWhile participating in Widener Law’s 2011 Summer Abroad program in <a href=\"/Academics/SpecialProgramsandInitiatives/StudyAbroadOpportunities/NairobiKenya.aspx\">Nairobi, Kenya</a>, Harrisburg Dean of Students <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/SealingKeithE.aspx\">Keith E. Sealing</a> found a perfect outlet for his interest in photography.<br><br>Posting on his blog, <a href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/sealing/\" title=\"Sushi and the Law School\">Sushi and the Law School</a>, Sealing expressed his excitement over being able to <a href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/sealing/ready-to-shoot-with-camera-only-in-kenya/\" title=\"Sushi and the Law\">test out his new camera lens in Kenya</a>, writing, “So I guess the bottom line is that I have no excuses to not produce some create stuff in Kenya, assuming the lions and giraffes cooperate, which I’m told they do.”<br><br>The images accompanying this story are just some of the photos that Dean Sealing has managed to take during his time abroad. The photos offer a glimpse into the diverse activities that participants in the program have experienced, including trips to the Happy Life Children\'s Home, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage, and the Baobab Beach Resort, Danali south of Mombasa.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(933, 'H. Albert Young Fellow in Constitutional Law Writes on Decision Validating the Rights of Nature', '2011-07-14', 'A recent decision by the Provincial Court of Loja in Ecuador made that court the “first court ever to interpret – and vindicate – the newly constitutionalized right of Nature,” writes Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/DalyErin.aspx\">Erin Daly</a>, the H. Albert Young Fellow in Constitutional Law, in the blog post <a href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/envirolawblog/2011/07/12/ecuadorian-court-recognizes-constitutional-right-to-nature/\" title=\"Ecuadorian Court Recognizes Constitutional Right to Nature\">Ecuadorian Court Recognizes Constitutional Right to Nature</a> on the Widener <a href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/envirolawblog/\" title=\"Environmental Law Center blog\">Environmental Law Center blog</a>.<br><br>The decision follows a 2010 amendment to the Ecuadorian Constitution that recognizes that Nature itself has enforceable rights. The case focused on the problems caused by a project to widen the Vilcabamba-Quinara road in the mountains of southern Ecuador. The project – begun three years ago without a study of the environmental impact it would cause – resulted in rocks, gravel, and other debris from the excavation and construction being deposited by the side of the road, causing a narrowing of the river channel to roughly half of its previous width.<br><br>“Given the indisputable, elemental, and irremediable importance of Nature, and taking into account how notorious and evident is its process of degradation,” wrote the Court in its six page opinion, “the accion de proteccion is the only suitable and effective way to end and remedy in an immediate way a specific harm to the environment.”<br><br>“This is an extremely important decision that could have significant worldwide implications,” says Professor Daly, adding, “It is important to note at the outset, though, that this is a lower court opinion and could well be overturned or modified by an appellate court in this case or in a later case. However, the opinion itself is so forceful, that it is likely to influence jurists across the globe.”<br><br>Professor Daly has been working with Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MayJamesR.aspx\">James R. May</a> on a book provisionally titled Environmental Rights and Constitutional Protections: Implications for Present and Future Generations that deals with the “question of how national constitutions protect environmental rights.” Given their interest on the subject and the case’s importance to the greater environmental law community, Distinguished Professor and Environmental Law Center Director <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/DernbachJohnC.aspx\">John C. Dernbach</a> suggested that they write about the Ecuadorian case, prompting Erin to write the blog post.<br><br>“One of the things that I love most about law is how creative it can be, always seeking new solutions to the problems that we as people face,” states Professor Daly. “The diversity and creativity of law is most clearly seen in comparative law, where we can see how different nations approach similar types of problems in dramatically different ways. This case exemplifies that: Ecuador tried a novel approach to protecting its environment in it\'s constitution and a court found a way to enforce that – one that is in no way radical but consistent with the trends and practices of traditional legal doctrine.”<br><br>“The reason the case is so important is that Ecuador was the first nation ever to protect the rights of nature in a national constitution – not the rights of people to enjoy nature but the rights of nature itself,” she says.<br><br>“Given the globalization of constitutional law,” she concludes, “It is very likely that judges around the world will see this decision and follow it.   Moreover, those who are involved in drafting constitutions and constitutional amendments will also be interested to see that the rights of nature can be justiciable; that is, you can have a far-reaching provision in a constitution that takes a novel and innovative approach to promoting environmental protection, and a judge can enforce it and make it real.”<br><br>Read Professor Daly’s full post analyzing the decision at the <a href=\"Ecuadorian%20Court%20Recognizes%20Constitutional%20Right%20to%20Nature\" title=\"Environmental Law Center blog\">Environmental Law Center’s blog</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(934, 'Delaware Campus to Host Multicultural Dinner and Workshop for Entering Class', '2011-07-19', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"203\" class=\"FloatRight\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/MultiracialHandsCircle235.jpg\" alt=\"MultiracialHandsCircle235\">Widener Law’s Delaware campus will host a special Multicultural Dinner and Workshop for minority students in the entering class on Thursday, July 21st, 2011 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the Barristers Club.<br><br>“These students traditionally are the first to attend professional school in their families, and many times do not have access to the same resources and information as other students,” says Multicultural Affairs Officer Troy Riddle, who organized the event.<br><br>“We will be doing a brief learning assessment because I believe it’s extremely important for students to understand how they best process and comprehend information,” adds Troy.<br><br>The event will also feature a workshop on outlining for law school exams and tips for managing the rigors of law school. Additionally, student leaders from the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationDelaware.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a> and some of Widener Law’s <a href=\"/Admissions/OldAdmissionsSite/Diversity.aspx\">diverse student organizations</a> will be available to answer questions.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(935, 'Cultural Experiences Enhance Summer Abroad in Venice', '2011-07-20', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627188601696%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627188601696%2F&amp;set_id=72157627188601696&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627188601696%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627188601696%2F&amp;set_id=72157627188601696&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n“My primary goal,” says Harrisburg Vice Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn Meadows</a> of the 2011 <a href=\"/Academics/SpecialProgramsandInitiatives/StudyAbroadOpportunities.aspx\">Summer Abroad</a> program in <a href=\"/Academics/SpecialProgramsandInitiatives/StudyAbroadOpportunities/VeniceItaly.aspx\">Venice, Italy</a>, “is to have students break free of our very Ameri-centric way of thinking to consider how other cultures and legal traditions approach and solve different problems. This broader way of thinking will make the students better lawyers and citizens.”<br><br>“Because the classes are smaller and we are all living in a foreign country, we spend more time with the students and have the opportunity to get to know them better than we would in just a few weeks in the U.S,” she says, adding, “The students from the two campuses and other law schools also develop friendships among themselves, spending time together in Venice and even traveling on the weekends with people they didn\'t even know just a few weeks ago.”<br><br>The opportunities for traveling and new cultural experiences afforded by the program serve an important function in helping participants place their comparative studies in context. Those opportunities are a draw for the faculty as well, and Vice Dean Meadows has taken full advantage during her time in Venice this summer.<br><br>From July 16th through 17th, Venice hosted the annual Redentore Festival, a celebration that gives thanks for the end of the 1576 plague responsible for killing more than 50,000 people in Venice. As part of the festival, a temporary bridge is built across the Giudecca canal for 24 hours.<br><br>“Normally this canal is filled with boats and ships, so this was a unique experience,” says Meadows.<br><br>She again visited the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari as she did on her previous trip to Venice in 2009, remarking that it “is not as crowded as Basilica San Marco, so you can actually enjoy its amazing interior in peace. The artwork by Titian, particularly the <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Assumption of the Virgin</span> on the altar, is breathtaking.” She adds of the Frari, “I consider this a gem of Venice that is overlooked by many tourists who do not wander far away from the tourist havens of San Marco and Rialto.”<br><br>Vice Dean Meadows has also taken the opportunity to do some traveling around Europe, including to the village of Luqa in southeastern Malta during a local festival. “We bought food and drink from the local clubs, wandered the town that was beautifully decorated with banners and statutes of the patron saint and enjoyed ‘ground’ fireworks at the end of the evening. Ground fireworks are best described as fireworks on 15-20 foot high pinwheels. This was truly a once in a lifetime experience.”<br><br>She also traveled to Amsterdam, which she praised as a “great city” with “friendly people, unique architecture, and beautiful canals.” While in Amsterdam, she made sure to take in the art, seeing works such as Van Gogh’s <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Sunflowers</span> series at the Van Gogh Museum; Rembrandt’s <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Night Watch</span> in the Rijksmuseum; and Vermeer’s <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Girl with a Pearl Earring</span> at the Hague.<br><br>With the 2011 Venice Study Abroad program ending this weekend, there might still be some time for the participants to slip in a few more exciting trips before they depart.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(936, 'Associate Professor Thaddeus Pope Speaks at Bioethics Conference in Australia', '2011-07-20', '<img width=\"385\" height=\"404\" alt=\"ThadPope\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/ThadPope.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/PopeThaddeusMason.aspx\">Thaddeus Mason Pope</a> recently traveled to Australia to speak at the 2011 Australasian Conference of Bioethics and Health Law 2011 Conference held in Queensland, Australia from July 7th through 10th. He delivered a talk titled <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Divergent Legal Approaches to Medical Futility Disputes: Comparing Australia and the United States</span>.<br><br>“I attended this conference a few years ago and found it valuable,” said Professor Pope, who was particularly interested in attending this year, as the four-day conference focused on clinical futility. “This is the medical-legal issue that has been at the core of my research interests and the subject of my community service in Delaware and New Jersey.”<br><br>Both Professor Pope and a Yale medical school professor spoke on how the United States handles medical futility disputes. “Making comparisons reveals and highlights strengths and weaknesses of different dispute resolution mechanisms,” said Pope.<br><br>The conference also offered him an opportunity to hear thought-provoking presentations from other experts in the field. “There were particularly noteworthy presentations by Jocelyn Downie, a Canadian law professor, and by Ray Moynihan, a journalist who has written about the drug industry,” he noted, adding, “I also enjoyed learning about several new initiatives in the state of Queensland.”<br><br>Professor Pope also learned about the benefits of M.H.L. programs at several Australian law schools that are similar to the M.J. in Health Law offered by Widener Law.<br><br>While in Australia, he also took in some of the sites, and took the opportunity to climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge. “Many of the Australia cities remind me of Los Angeles because many of the best attractions involve the mountains and the sea,” he said, adding, “In addition to the bridge, I got to hike the beaches at Manly and Gold Coast, and to see awesome art museums in Brisbane.”<br><br>Professor Pope wrote about some of his experiences on his <a title=\"Medical Futility Blog\" href=\"http://medicalfutility.blogspot.com\">Medical Futility Blog</a>, including climbing the <a title=\"Medical Futility Blog\" href=\"http://medicalfutility.blogspot.com/2011/07/sydney-harbour-bridge-climb.html\">Sydney Harbour Bridge</a>,  <a title=\"Medical Futility Blog\" href=\"http://medicalfutility.blogspot.com/2011/07/jocelyn-downie-on-medical-futility-at.html\">Jocelyn Downie’s lecture</a>, and his general <a title=\"Medical Futility Blog\" href=\"http://medicalfutility.blogspot.com/2011/07/health-law-and-bioethics-conference.html\">thoughts on the conference</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(937, 'Parking Lot Construction to Add Spaces Near Main Law Building on Delaware Campus', '2011-07-21', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627247786034%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627247786034%2F&amp;set_id=72157627247786034&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627247786034%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627247786034%2F&amp;set_id=72157627247786034&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n“I believe the new parking lot will create a much more pleasing experience,” says Campus Services Director Gil Landau of efforts to add approximately 75 new parking spaces near the Main Law Building on the Delaware campus.<br><br>Initial construction, which will see the excavation of the area currently occupied by the athletic courts, began on Thursday, July 21st. The basketball and tennis courts will be moved across the bridge to the back lot and downsized from four courts to two.<br><br>The goals of the construction include creating additional parking closer to the academic and dormitory buildings, creating a more aesthetically pleasing appearance, and consolidating the athletic facilities.<br><br>“The new athletic courts placed in the back lot will assist with our goal of keeping all athletics in a centralized area,” says Landau, adding, “Also, I believe our campus will benefit with newly landscaped areas within the new lot that add to our community’s appearance.”<br><br>During the course of the construction most of the parking areas surrounding the site will not be available, including the restricted row that contains spaces for the Dean’s Office, Admissions, and persons with disabilities. During this time, the restricted spaces and their signs will be moved to the opposite row of seven parking spaces adjacent to the Main Building and four parking spaces further down the drive closer to the Bookstore. The PILA and Employee Appreciation Award reserved parking will also be moved to this area.<br><br>The parking restrictions will lift from Monday, July 25th through Wednesday, July 27th during the Delaware Bar exam, but will resume on Thursday, July 28th.<br><br>The construction is expected to take approximately two weeks to complete and should be finished before the fall semester begins.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(938, 'Associate Professor Randle Pollard Shares Sydney Summer Abroad Experience', '2011-07-25', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627152832613%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627152832613%2F&amp;set_id=72157627152832613&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627152832613%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627152832613%2F&amp;set_id=72157627152832613&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nAt the beginning of the Widener’s <a href=\"/Academics/SpecialProgramsandInitiatives/StudyAbroadOpportunities/SydneyAustralia.aspx\">Sydney, Australia program</a>, I told my students that I had three main objectives for them: Learn and understand some basic differences in Australian and U.S. Law; embrace and experience the cultural and social aspects of Australia; and of course – Have Fun!<br><br>The students in the Sydney program received a variety of experiences for a lifetime. Beyond the classes covering the basics of Australia’s legal system, civil procedure, contract and commercial law and general international comparative corporate law, students had the opportunity though activities outside the classroom to explore the cultural, social, and political aspects of Australia. <br><br>The program began with a Sunday evening cruise aboard a ferry from the Darling Harbor in the Chinatown area to Sydney’s historical docks of Circular Quay. From the ferry we had fantastic views of the Sydney Harbor Bridge and the famous Sydney Opera House. We had dinner in the oldest section of the city called the “Rocks” at a quaint beer hall called the Lowenbrau.<br><br>During the first week of classes, we took a day trip to visit Canberra, the capital of Australia. We attended a session of the Federal Parliament and witnessed a timely debate between Prime Minister Julia Gillard (Australia’s first female Prime Minister) and the opposing political party on the controversial proposed carbon tax (a tax based on the emissions of carbon). Later, we visited the High Court of Australia (comparable to the United States Supreme Court). At the High Court, we had the unprecedented opportunity to meet privately with the Chief Justice of the High Court, Justice Robert Shenton French. Justice French met with us for over an hour and discussed some of the current judicial issues in Australia.  <br><br>In the later weeks of the program, we visited the Supreme Court of New South Wales (the state in which Sydney is located) and had to opportunity to witness both civil and criminal matters before “state” and federal courts in Sydney. We also had a tour of the New South Wales Parliament and were given an extensive history of Australia’s political party system and the traditions, procedures and policies of state government.<br><br>As a class, we also saw many cultural aspects of Sydney. We toured the Art Gallery of New South Wales and examined an art exhibit of the earliest inhabitants of Australia, the Aboriginals. We visited the Royal Botanic Gardens, founded in 1816 and located on 300,000 square meters along the area known as Circular Quay. The gardens contain thousands of exotic plants and trees and are the home to hundreds of “flying foxes” (fruit bats).<br><br>On their own, students visited other sites and attractions of Sydney. On the weekends and days we did not have class, many students traveled to other cities, states and regions of Australia including the cities of Melbourne, Brisbane and Cairns, or visited the natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef or portions of the Outback. Some students took advantage of being in the southern hemisphere and traveled to New Zealand and the Fiji Islands.<br><br>We had our “end of program” dinner early last week at a restaurant called Phillip-Foote, an old Australian restaurant in the “Rocks” area where you cook your own meal on outdoor barbeque grills. As we said our goodbyes, we all realized that our experience in Australia had provided us with wonderful lifetime memories. What each of us learned goes well beyond the law we studied.<br><br>Read more at <a href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/australia/\" title=\"Sydney Blog\">Professor Pollard\'s Sydney Program blog</a>.<br>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(939, 'Widener Law’s George Reed Phi Alpha Delta Chapter Wins 3 Major Awards', '2011-07-27', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"200\" alt=\"PhiAlphaDeltaPromo235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/PhiAlphaDeltaPromo235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Widener Law’s Phi Alpha Delta chapter, the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/PhiAlphaDelta.aspx\">George Reed chapter</a>, recently captured three major awards, including the 2010-11 Stanley H. Kohn Award for the Most Outstanding Chapter of Phi Alpha Delta, International over more than three hundred other chapters from law schools around the country.<br><br>Among the country’s largest legal fraternities, Phi Alpha Delta’s mission statement includes “advancing integrity, compassion and courage through service to the student, the school, the profession and the community.” <br><br>In addition to the 2010-11 Stanley H. Kohn Award, the George Reed Chapter brought home two individual awards. Jim Lewis received the 2010-11 Outstanding Vice Justice Award, and Andrew Quietmeyer received the Alex A. Hotchkiss Award given to the Most Outstanding Justice.<br><br>“There was no way I could have received this prestigious award if it was not for the tremendous hard work our members put in this past academic year,” said Quietmeyer, adding, “I am very proud to represent Widener Law on the national level.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(940, 'Associate Professor Returns Following Stint as General Counsel for Senator Kaufman', '2011-07-28', '<img width=\"300\" height=\"266\" alt=\"Moulton300x266Faculty_de\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/Moulton300x266Faculty_de.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">“It was a tremendous honor and pleasure to work with Senator Kaufman. He is extraordinarily energetic, smart, and accomplished. In just two years, he was able to accomplish more than what many senators do in an entire career,” says Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MoultonGeoff.aspx\">Geoff Moulton</a>, who returns to Widener Law following a stint as Chief Counsel for former U.S. Senator Edward E. Kaufman.<br><br>Following the election of President Barack Obama, Kaufman was picked by then Delaware Governor Ruth Ann Minner to fill the remaining term of former U.S. Senator Joe Biden, who left to become Obama’s Vice President. Moulton – who was interested in the opportunity to go “down to Washington at an exciting and important time,” and had sought a position in the Obama Administration for a federal position – received a call from Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden, whom Moulton had worked with while he was an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Biden told Professor Moulton to expect a call from Senator Kaufman.<br><br>Senator Kaufman persuaded Professor Moulton to join his staff as Chief Counsel, and beginning in March of 2009, Moulton shuttled back and forth between Washington and Wilmington so that he could continue teaching his classes until the end of the semester in April. Following that, he took an extended leave of absence.<br><br>While serving as Senator Kaufman’s Chief Counsel, Professor Moulton’s primary work involved Senator Kaufman’s service on the Judiciary and Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committees. He had the opportunity to work on the confirmation hearings of Supreme Court Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan.<br><br>“Witnessing the nomination and confirmation process from the inside was a great opportunity,” he says.<br><br>He worked on several other important projects while serving on the Senator’s senior staff as well, including comprehensive patent reform efforts that have since become bogged down. He also worked on the Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act of 2009, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.<br><br>“Senator Kaufman was very interested in Wall Street reform. He thought that it was particularly important in light of the financial crisis,” says Moulton, who notes that watching the legislative process “will be helpful as I return to academics.”<br><br>For the final eight months of his leave following Senator Kaufman’s resignation in November of 2010, Professor Moulton served as a Deputy Special Inspector General for the Office of the Special Inspector General for the Troubled Asset Relief Program (SIGTARP). SIGTARP’s oversight of the Troubled Asset Relief Program included both criminal law enforcement and auditing responsibilities. During his time with SIGTARP, he had the opportunity to interview Secretary of the Treasury Tim Geithner and A.I.G. CEO Robert H. Benmosche.<br><br>“It was interesting, challenging and demanding. I learned a lot about the finance industry,” he says of his work at SIGTARP.<br><br>Professor Moulton thanked Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> for the opportunity to take the leave, saying, “It was a tremendous experience, and I thank Widener for giving me the chance to do it. It will have an extraordinary impact on my teaching and scholarship.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(941, 'Multicultural Dinner and Workshop Creates A Sense of Community', '2011-08-01', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627152671905%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627152671905%2F&amp;set_id=72157627152671905&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627152671905%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627152671905%2F&amp;set_id=72157627152671905&amp;jump_to=\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n“You’re here. You’re in law school. It’s a great school,” said Multicultural Affairs Officer Troy Riddle as he congratulated students from diverse backgrounds in the incoming class at a special Multicultural Dinner and Workshop held on Thursday, July 21st at the Barristers Club on Widener Law’s Delaware campus.<br><br>The event, organized by Riddle, gave the students in attendance resources and tips to assist them with their transition to law school. Presentations on Orientation week, outlining for law school exams, and a learning style assessment offered the students insight into the law school experience that awaits them in a few weeks.<br><br>Additionally, the program offered them an early opportunity to get to know some of their fellow classmates as well as a few professors and student leaders from a variety of organizations, including the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationDelaware.aspx\">Delaware Student Bar Association</a> President Andrew Quietmeyer.<br><br>“This is an opportunity for you to meet each other; to build a sense of community,” said Riddle.<br><br>Following a brief welcome and introduction, the students heard from law school psychologist Dr. Amy Gulino on learning styles. She encouraged the students to come and see her for any reason once the semester gets under way.<br><br>Assistant Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/WilliamsSerenaM.aspx\">Serena M. Williams</a> discussed the <a href=\"/CampusLife/AdvisingandCounseling/OfficeofStudentAffairsDelaware.aspx\">Student Affairs Office</a>, saying, “Please do come see us.” She also gave the students an overview of <a href=\"/Gateway/CurrentStudents/DelawareStudents/AcademicResources/Orientation.aspx\">Orientation week activities</a>.<br><br>Troy then introduced Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/EakinAlice.aspx\">Alice Eakin</a> and Legal Writing Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/BrownMaryann.aspx\">Maryann Brown</a>, the co-directors of the <a href=\"/CampusLife/AdvisingandCounseling/OfficeofStudentAffairsDelaware/AcademicSupportProgram.aspx\">Academic Support Program</a>. In addition to discussing the benefits of the Academic Support Program, they gave students a workshop on how to prepare outlines for law school exams.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(942, 'Incoming Harrisburg Students Enjoy a Senators Game', '2011-08-02', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627339667852%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627339667852%2F&amp;set_id=72157627339667852&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627339667852%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627339667852%2F&amp;set_id=72157627339667852&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Sunday, July 31st, the <a href=\"/Admissions.aspx\">Admissions Office</a> hosted incoming students at Metro Bank Park on City Island in Harrisburg to see the Harrisburg Senators play baseball against the Binghamton Mets. While Harrisburg lost the game 5-2, the event gave the new students a great opportunity to meet each other as well as several young alumni.<br><br>“The purpose of events like this is to strengthen bonds among incoming students as well as our alumni, said Harrisburg Director of Admissions <a href=\"/Spiffs/MeetStaff/EricKniskern.aspx\">Eric M. Kniskern</a>, adding, “We want them to feel good about their decision to attend Widener Law and to know that they there is a supportive network for them even before they attend their first class.”<br><br>\"Had a great time at the game today. I didn\'t watch the game but made some friends and had some great conversations,\" wrote one student on Facebook.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(943, 'Admissions Office Holds Wilmington Blue Rocks Social', '2011-08-02', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627339568358%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627339568358%2F&amp;set_id=72157627339568358&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627339568358%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627339568358%2F&amp;set_id=72157627339568358&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Wednesday, July 27th, Widener Law’s <a href=\"/Admissions.aspx\">Admissions Office</a> hosted a Wilmington Blue Rocks Social for incoming students at Frawley Stadium.<br><br>The event kicked off with an all-you-can-eat picnic in the stadium’s picnic area down the first base line. Incoming students had the opportunity to speak with Admissions officers as well as representatives from <a href=\"/CampusLife/CareerDevelopment.aspx\">Career Development</a>, <a href=\"/Admissions/OldAdmissionsSite/CostsandFinancialAid.aspx\">Financial Aid</a>, and the <a href=\"/CampusLife/AdvisingandCounseling/OfficeofStudentAffairsDelaware.aspx\">Office of Student Affairs</a>. The students also enjoyed the opportunity to get to know their fellow classmates before the beginning of the semester.<br><br>Following the picnic, students, faculty, and staff took in the game between the local minor league team, the Wilmington Blue Rocks, and the Potomac Nationals. Both teams play in the Class A Advanced Carolina League. The Blue Rocks are an affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. They played their first season in Wilmington in 1993.<br><br>Student Turgut Yasar thanked Admissions Counselor <a href=\"/Spiffs/MeetStaff/AnadelPuerto.aspx\">Ana del Puerto</a> and the Admissions Office in a posting on Facebook, writing, “I was happy to meet with my future classmates and some professors.\"', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(944, 'Environmental law professor contributes to national report on sustainability for EPA', '2011-08-03', 'Widener Law Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/DernbachJohnC.aspx\">John C. Dernbach</a> has contributed to a new report from the National Research Council that presents a framework for incorporating sustainability into the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s principles and decision-making. It was requested by the EPA and is intended to help the agency better assess the social, environmental, and economic impacts of various options as it goes forward.<br><br>The report, “Sustainability and the U.S. EPA,” was released Tuesday, Aug. 2. It is the work of the Committee on Incorporating Sustainability in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a 12-member group that includes Dernbach. He teaches on Widener’s Harrisburg, Pa. campus and began his work with the committee in December. <br><br>The report’s recommended sustainability approach both incorporates and goes beyond an approach based on assessing and managing the risks posed by pollutants that has largely shaped environmental policy since the 1980s. Although risk-based methods have led to many successes and remain important tools, the committee said, they are not adequate to address many of the complex problems that put current and future generations at risk, such as depletion of natural resources, climate change, and loss of biodiversity. Moreover, sophisticated tools are increasingly available to address cross-cutting, complex, and challenging issues that go beyond risk management.<br><br>The report recommends that EPA formally adopt as its sustainability paradigm the widely used “three pillars” approach, which means considering the environmental, social, and economic impacts of an action or decision. Health should be expressly included in the “social” pillar, the committee recommended. The report also maintains that the EPA should articulate its vision for sustainability and develop a set of sustainability principles that would underlie all agency policies and programs.<br><br>Read the report <a href=\"http://www.nap.edu/catalog.php?record_id=13152\" title=\"NRC Report Sustainability and the U.S. EPA\">here</a>.<br><br>Dernbach directs Widener’s <a href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/envirolawcenter/\" title=\"Environmental Law Center\">Environmental Law Center</a>, which launched in October 2009 under the motto “Law for Sustainability.” The center creates learning and service opportunities for students and helps public and private decision makers solve legal problems relating to environment, energy and climate change.<br><br>His 2009 book “Agenda for a Sustainable America” is a comprehensive assessment of recent American sustainability efforts based on contributions from academic and other experts from around the country. It also contains recommendations for the next five to 10 years. Dernbach approached the project with the intention of providing a broad framework for moving the United States toward sustainability.<br><br>Dernbach teaches and writes in the areas of environmental law, property, international environmental law, climate change, and sustainability and the law. He was quoted prominently in Thomas L. Friedman’s latest book “Hot, Flat, and Crowded: Why We Need a Green Revolution – and How it Can Renew America.” He joined the Widener Law faculty in 1993.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(945, 'Professor Capowski Speaks on Proposed Uniform Provisions of Evidence at Chinese Conference', '2011-08-08', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627385907822%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627385907822%2F&amp;set_id=72157627385907822&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627385907822%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627385907822%2F&amp;set_id=72157627385907822&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nHarrisburg Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/CapowskiJohnJ.aspx\">John Capowski</a> traveled to Beijing in July for the Third International Conference on Evidence Law and Forensic Science organized by China University of Political Science and Law.<br><br>The conference featured primarily Chinese scholars and officials and focused on China’s judicial system, but it also brought together evidence scholars and forensic scientists from 5 continents and 12 countries. Henry Lee, the forensic scientist who became prominent during the O.J. Simpson trial, was among the presenters.   <br><br>Professor Capowski presented an article on China\'s proposed Uniform Provisions of Evidence, their first comprehensive evidence and procedural code. Though the Uniform Provisions were modeled after the United States’ Federal Rules of Evidence and incorporate principles of American criminal and civil procedure, he focused his remarks on how characteristics of Chinese law were incorporated into the Provisions, which will be interpreted with Chinese influences, including the concepts of \"objective justice\" and harmonious society. He also spoke about the influence of Confucianism on the application of the Provisions.<br><br>Due to the publication of two previous articles Professor Capowski had presented at the two previous International Conferences on Evidence Law and Forensic Science, he has become a well-regarded evidence scholar in China, and he is considered the leading scholar outside of China on China’s judicial reform efforts. As a result, at the close of the conference, he was invited to attend the first plenary session of the Council of the International Association of Evidence Science.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(946, 'Assistant Professor to Present at 11th Annual Intellectual Property Scholars Conference', '2011-08-09', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"283\" alt=\"EvansBLSA235px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/EvansBLSA235px.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Intellectual Property Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/EvansTonyaM.aspx\">Tonya M. Evans</a> was selected to present her work-in-progress, Sampling Patent to Remix Copyright, at the 11th Annual Intellectual Property Scholars Conference that runs August 11th and 12th at the Center for Intellectual Property Law &amp; Information Technology (CIPLIT) at DePaul University College of Law.<br><br>The Conference is a joint effort of CIPLIT and the Berkeley Center for Law and Technology, Boalt Hall School of Law; the Intellectual Property Law Program, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University; and the Stanford Program in Law, Science and Technology, Stanford Law School. <br><br>Professor Evans’ paper explores further the general arguments and assumptions presented in her latest article <a href=\"http://ssrn.com/abstract=1674246\">Sampling, Looping and Mashing … Oh My!: How Hip Hop Scratched More Than the Surface of Intellectual Property Law</a> [21 Fordham Intell. Prop. Media &amp; Ent. L.J. 843 (2011)]. She asserts that copyright reform initiatives should “sample” (that is, borrow from) patent policies to “remix” (that is, inform and reform) copyright jurisprudence. More specifically, copyright law must be reformulated to achieve an optimal balance between a copyright holder’s exclusive rights and the legal “space” a second generation creator needs to build upon existing works to create new ones. This, she argues, is essential for collaborative and cumulative creative genres like performance and visual arts. <br><br>The IP Scholars Conference brings together intellectual property scholars from across the country and the world to present their works-in-progress in order to benefit from the critique of colleagues. The Conference includes both plenary and \"break out” sessions on all IP-related topics, including but not limited to Copyright, Trademark and Unfair Competition Law, Patent, Trade Secret and Cyberlaw. A list of presentations and more information about IPSC and CIPLIT is available at: <a title=\"www.ipscholars.org\" href=\"http://www.ipscholars.org\">www.ipscholars.org</a> and Professor Evans’ blog <a title=\"www.proftonyaevans.com\" href=\"http://www.proftonyaevans.com\">www.proftonyaevans.com</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, '');
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(947, 'Widener Law attorneys among the Main Line’s best', '2011-08-11', '<img width=\"289\" height=\"313\" class=\"FloatRight\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/2011MainlineTodayTopLawyersPromo.jpg\" alt=\"2011MainlineTodayTopLawyersPromo\">Main Line Today magazine has published its “Top Lawyers” list for 2011 and once again, Widener Law alumni dominate the publication’s roll of outstanding attorneys.<br><br>The magazine is a culture and lifestyle publication covering Philadelphia’s Main Line and its western suburbs. For 2011, it named Widener Law graduates tops in eight legal specialties, and recognized 57 more for being outstanding in their practice areas. Four of the alumni, Gregory LaMonaca, Scott R. Reidenbach, David R. Cherry and Timothy Rayne, were voted tops in their specialty for the second consecutive year.<br><br>The magazine accepted nominations in 15 practice areas and hundreds of votes were cast to determine who would be named the best.<br><br>“I am so pleased to see our alumni singled out in this way,” Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> said. “We already know Widener Law graduates are leaders, but it is gratifying to see these professionals recognized for the respect they command among their peers in the legal community.”<br><br>Named the best were:<br><br><strong>Criminal defense:  Michael J. Malloy, ’77,</strong> of Michael J. Malloy and Associates in Media, Pa. He was chosen out of 20 nominees.\n<br><br><strong>Divorce law: Gregory LaMonaca, ’94</strong> of The Law Office of Gregory P. LaMonaca in Media, Pa. He was chosen out of 20 nominees.\n<br><br><strong>Elder law: Duke Schneider, ’90</strong> of MacElree Harvey in West Chester, Pa.  He was chosen out of 11 nominees.\n<br><br><strong>Personal bankruptcy law: Mark Blank Jr., ’75</strong> of Paoli, Pa.. He was chosen from 10 nominees.\n<br><br><strong>Personal injury law: Timothy Rayne, ’95</strong> of MacElree Harvey in Kennett Square, Pa. He was chosen out of 19 nominees.\n<br><br><strong>Real estate law: Scott R. Reidenbach, ’97</strong> of Reidenbach &amp; Associates LLC in Wayne, Pa. He was chosen out of 25 nominees.\n<br><br><strong>Tax law: James B. Urie, ’01</strong> of MacElree Harvey in West Chester, Pa. He was chosen out of 13 nominees.\n<br><br><strong>Workers’ compensation law: David R. Cherry, ’95</strong> of Cherry, Finger &amp; Cherry PC of Media, Pa. He was chosen out of 13 nominees.\n<br><br>\nAll the top honorees graduated from the Delaware campus. Read the magazine story at <a href=\"http://www.mainlinetoday.com/Main-Line-Today/August-2011/Top-Lawyers-2011-The-Main-Line-Areas-Best-Attorneys-in-15-Specialties/index.php?cparticle=1&amp;siarticle=0#artanc\" title=\"Main Line Today Magazine\'s site\">Main Line Today Magazine\'s site</a>.\n<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Other alumni attorneys highlighted by the magazine for their skill included:</span><br><br><table style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;\"><tbody>\n<tr class=\"tableizer-firstrow\">\n<th>Name</th>\n<th>Year</th>\n<th>Area of practice</th>\n<th>Campus</th>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Lindsey J. Conan</td>\n<td> \'07</td>\n<td>Business Law, Real Estate Law, and Trusts, Wills and Estates</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>David Concannon</td>\n<td> \'91</td>\n<td>Business Law and Personal Injury Litigation</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Vincent T. Donohue</td>\n<td> \'97</td>\n<td>Business Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Michael T. Imms </td>\n<td> \'95</td>\n<td>Business Law and Personal Injury Litigation</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rocco Imperatrice</td>\n<td> \'80</td>\n<td>Business Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Richard Morton</td>\n<td> \'83</td>\n<td>Business Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Daniel R. Bush</td>\n<td> \'93</td>\n<td>Criminal Defense</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Glenn E. Davis</td>\n<td> \'81</td>\n<td>Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Litigation</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>William DeNardo</td>\n<td> \'97</td>\n<td>Criminal Defense</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Arthur T. Donato</td>\n<td> \'80</td>\n<td>Criminal Defense</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Conal P. Hickey</td>\n<td> \'94</td>\n<td>Criminal Defense</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Christian J. Hoey</td>\n<td> \'93</td>\n<td>Criminal Defense</td>\n<td>Harrisburg</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mark P. Much</td>\n<td> \'90</td>\n<td>Criminal Defense</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Dawson R. Muth</td>\n<td> \'96</td>\n<td>Criminal Defense</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Charles M. O’ Neill</td>\n<td> \'94</td>\n<td>Criminal Defense</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Thomas H. Ramsay</td>\n<td> \'80</td>\n<td>Criminal Defense</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Donald F. Kohler</td>\n<td> \'97</td>\n<td>Divorce</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Louis  W. Martini</td>\n<td> \'93</td>\n<td>Divorce</td>\n<td>Harrisburg</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Cheryl A. McCallin</td>\n<td> \'90</td>\n<td>Divorce</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kim Denise Morton</td>\n<td> \'83</td>\n<td>Divorce and Family</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Maureen M. Nacey</td>\n<td> \'97</td>\n<td>Divorce and Family</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Denise Antonelli</td>\n<td> \'86</td>\n<td>Elder Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Robert R. DeLong Jr</td>\n<td> \'99</td>\n<td>Elder Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ricki Goodstein</td>\n<td> \'92</td>\n<td>Elder Law and Trusts, Wills and Estates</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Gregory P. LaMonaca</td>\n<td> \'95</td>\n<td>Family Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Cheryl A. McCallin</td>\n<td> \'90</td>\n<td>Family Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Susan J. Sacchetta</td>\n<td> \'86</td>\n<td>Family Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Laurie Wyche-Abele</td>\n<td> \'99</td>\n<td>Family Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Matthew I. Hirsch</td>\n<td> \'85</td>\n<td>Immigration Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Brian D. Boreman</td>\n<td> \'99</td>\n<td>Labor Law for Employees</td>\n<td>Harrisburg</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kenneth N. Brodsky</td>\n<td> \'88</td>\n<td>Labor Law for Employees</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Chris P. Gerber</td>\n<td> \'95</td>\n<td>Labor Law for Employees</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>John Neumann Hickey</td>\n<td> \'91</td>\n<td>Medical Malpractice for Patients and Personal Injury Litigation </td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Patrick S. Mintzer</td>\n<td> \'89</td>\n<td>Medical Malpractice for Patients</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Timothy F. Rayne</td>\n<td> \'95</td>\n<td>Medical Malpractice for Patients</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Joel L. Frank</td>\n<td> \'86</td>\n<td>Personal Bankruptcy</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>David H. Lang </td>\n<td> \'76</td>\n<td>Personal Bankruptcy</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Robert J Lohr</td>\n<td> \'94</td>\n<td>Personal Bankruptcy</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Stanley E. Luongo</td>\n<td> \'88</td>\n<td>Personal Bankruptcy</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Joseph M. Hickey</td>\n<td> \'91</td>\n<td>Personal Injury Litigation</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Eric B. Pearson</td>\n<td> \'94</td>\n<td>Personal Injury Litigation and Workers’ Compensation Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mark T. Sophocles</td>\n<td> \'94</td>\n<td>Personal Injury Litigation</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Robert P. Stein</td>\n<td> \'91</td>\n<td>Personal Injury Litigation</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Joel B. Albert</td>\n<td> \'90</td>\n<td>Real Estate Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Thomas M. Close</td>\n<td> \'79</td>\n<td>Real Estate Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>John P. Connors </td>\n<td> \'95</td>\n<td>Real Estate Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kathryn M. Gantz</td>\n<td> \'99</td>\n<td>Real Estate Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>William Haburcak</td>\n<td> \'93</td>\n<td>Real Estate Law and Trusts, Wills and Estates</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Brian L. Nagle</td>\n<td> \'00</td>\n<td>Real Estate Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>James S. Tupitza</td>\n<td> \'75</td>\n<td>Real Estate Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wendy F. Bleczinski </td>\n<td> \'96</td>\n<td>Tax Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Stephen Carroll </td>\n<td> \'76</td>\n<td>Trusts, Wills and Estates</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Richard H. Morton</td>\n<td> \'83</td>\n<td>Trusts, Wills and Estates</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Stephen M. Porter</td>\n<td> \'07</td>\n<td>Trusts, Wills and Estates</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>James J. Ruggiero</td>\n<td> \'90</td>\n<td>Trusts, Wills and Estates</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Duke Schneider</td>\n<td> \'90</td>\n<td>Trusts, Wills and Estates</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>John A. Novello</td>\n<td> \'88</td>\n<td>Workers’ Compensation Law</td>\n<td>Delaware</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody></table>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(948, 'Widener Law Welcomes New Students', '2011-08-12', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"209\" alt=\"WelcomeToSemesterNewsPromo\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/WelcomeToSemesterNewsPromo.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\">Orientation week events for new students commence on Monday, August 15th on the Delaware Campus and on Tuesday, August 16th on the Harrisburg campus.<br><br>\"Orientation serves two purposes. First, it introduces incoming students to the legal education process through the Introduction to Law courses, such as Case Briefing and Exam Preparation. Second, it introduces the incoming students to the Widener Law campus,” says Assistant Dean for <a href=\"/CampusLife/AdvisingandCounseling/OfficeofStudentAffairsDelaware.aspx\">Student Affairs</a> <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/WilliamsSerenaM.aspx\">Serena Williams</a>, adding, “Students will have an opportunity to hear from the representatives of various administrative offices, such as <a href=\"/Admissions/OldAdmissionsSite/CostsandFinancialAid.aspx\">Financial Aid</a> and <a href=\"/CampusLife/CareerDevelopment.aspx\">Career Development</a>, and to hear from faculty and upper class students. We want to ensure that students are well-prepared for the first day of classes on Monday, August 22.\"<br><br><strong>Registration and Welcome to the Profession</strong><br><br>On the Delaware campus, new students may register at the <a href=\"/Admissions.aspx\">Admissions Office</a> between 10:00 a.m. and 5:45 p.m. A special Welcome to the Profession Ceremony will follow at 6:00 p.m. at the DoubleTree Hotel directly across from campus. Students should attend the ceremony in professional attire.<br><br>On the Harrisburg campus, open registration for new students will run from 10:00 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. in the Administration Building. The Harrisburg Welcome to the Profession Ceremony will follow at 5:00.<br><br>New students can find schedules and other pertinent resources on the respective orientation pages for <a href=\"/Gateway/CurrentStudents/DelawareStudents/AcademicResources/Orientation.aspx\">Delaware</a> or <a href=\"/Gateway/CurrentStudents/HarrisburgStudents/AcademicResources/Orientation.aspx\">Harrisburg</a>. Students can also look at the orientation issue of the Digest for either the <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/DelawareNewsDigest.aspx\">Delaware</a> or <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/HarrisburgNewsDigest.aspx\">Harrisburg</a> campus for additional information.<br><br>Attendance at all orientation events is mandatory.<br><br><strong>Maintaining a Healthy Balance</strong><br><br>Orientation week activities also represent an opportunity for incoming students to familiarize themselves with campus and get to know faculty, staff, and fellow students.<br><br>The Delaware Campus will host a picnic on the lawn for incoming regular division students on Friday, August 19th from noon until 1:30 p.m. to conclude Orientation Week activities. Extended division students will instead have a pizza party in the atrium of the Main Law Building from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. that evening.<br><br>Harrisburg activities will conclude on Saturday, August 20th with the “Wide-stock Festival,” from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.<br><br>\"I am most excited about the final day of Orientation, which is Saturday this year. We have expanded the third annual Fun Run (1 mile) to include a 5K run as well as the shorter Fun Run,” says Harrisburg <a href=\"/CampusLife/AdvisingandCounseling/OfficeofStudentAffairsHarrisburg.aspx\">Dean of Students</a> <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/SealingKeithE.aspx\">Keith E. Sealing</a>. “The <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherHarrisburgOrganizations/WidenerLawRunningClub.aspx\">Widener Law Running Club</a>, which is one of our most active organizations, is co-sponsoring it with my office, and it represents my goal of helping our incoming law students to maintain a healthy balance in their lives while negotiating the rigors of law school.”<br><br>The day will also feature a lunch at noon sponsored by the <a href=\"/Gateway/Alumni/ContactAlumniRelations.aspx\">Office of Alumni Relations and Development</a>. Additionally, there will be live music from noon to 2:00 p.m. provided by a band that features two alumni. There will also be a pick-up soccer game on the new field, and Dean Sealing will be bringing his \"zero carbon footprint\" watermelons!<br><br>Finally, new students should take advantage of the day to network with faculty, fellow students, and alumni. A variety of student groups will also be on hand to invite 1Ls to become new members.<br><br>\nThe entire Widener Law community welcomes the incoming class and looks forward to the beginning of the fall semester!', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(949, 'Associate Professor Contributes to Resolution Recently Passed By ABA', '2011-08-16', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"314\" alt=\"JillFamilyCorrected235px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/JillFamilyCorrected235px.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">At its annual meeting on Monday, August 8th, the House of Delegates of the American Bar Association adopted a resolution developed by the Immigration Committee of the Administrative Law Section that calls upon the Department of Justice to eliminate its regulatory “post-departure bar” on motions to reopen or to reconsider removal (deportation) proceedings.<br><br>Harrisburg Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/FamilyJillE.aspx\">Jill E. Family</a>, who served as the Chair of the Immigration Committee of the Administrative Law Section of the ABA from 2009 until early August of this year, worked for about a year drafting the resolution and report with professors Dan Kanstroom of Boston College and Rachel Rosenbloom of Northeastern. In addition to contributing to the resolution and report, Professor Family helped to guide the resolution through the Administrative Law Section and ultimately through the House of Delegates. She recently left the position as Chair to become a member of the governing council of the Administrative Law Section.<br><br>By statute, foreign nationals have the right to file one motion to reopen or to reconsider their administrative removal hearing, but the Department of Justice’s regulatory departure bar prevents those who have been physically removed from the United States from exercising that statutory right. “The post-departure bar is problematic because it is arbitrary and takes away a statutory right based on a condition not mentioned in the statute,” says Professor Family, adding, “Those who happen to have been actually removed may not ask for reopening or reconsideration, while those who are still in the United States awaiting removal may ask.”<br><br>“The resolution is important not only because it promotes equal access to a statutory right, but also because these motions have proven to be especially important in immigration law. The state of the administrative adjudication system is the subject of widespread concern, which makes the opportunity to ask for reconsideration all the more important,” she asserts, before noting that “The Supreme Court consistently has mandated new interpretations of immigration statutes, thus making the opportunity to ask for reopening all the more important.”<br><br>“We hope that the resolution will lead to the elimination of the regulatory post-departure bar on filing a motion to reopen or to reconsider a deportation hearing. In adopting the resolution, the ABA joined a growing number of federal courts of appeals who have struck down the post-departure bar.  Eliminating the bar simply means that those already deported will have the opportunity to ask for their hearing to be reopened or to be reconsidered. It does not guarantee that the motion will be granted,” concludes Professor Family.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(950, 'New Students Embark on Law School Journey', '2011-08-17', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px; height: 305px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627332209941%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627332209941%2F&amp;set_id=72157627332209941&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627332209941%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627332209941%2F&amp;set_id=72157627332209941&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px; height: 305px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627332315515%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627332315515%2F&amp;set_id=72157627332315515&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627332315515%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627332315515%2F&amp;set_id=72157627332315515&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n“Law school is the bridge from your aspirations to realizations,” said Widener Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> to incoming 1st year law students on the Delaware campus at a Welcome to the Profession Ceremony held at the Doubletree hotel on Monday, August 15th. 1st year Harrisburg students had their own Welcome to the Profession Ceremony on Tuesday, August 16th.<br><br>In remarks to students on the Harrisburg campus, Dean Ammons noted that the incoming class of 160 law students represented 91 colleges and universities and came from 21 different states. She also discussed some of the diverse careers held by members of the incoming class, ranging from police detective and paralegal to gymnastics coach, guitar teacher, and Pennsylvania District Judge.<br><br>At the Delaware ceremony, Dean Ammons observed that the Delaware campus students represented 152 colleges and 19 states and came from a diverse range of backgrounds and careers. She also mentioned that among the students in the class were a Fire Captain, a High School Principal, a Medical Doctor, an MTV Production Assistant, and a former U.S. Skating Champion.<br><br>Students at both ceremonies had the opportunity to hear from Widener Law alumni as well.<br><br>\"It is absolutely critically important that you apply yourselves over the next nine months. Why? Because the first year determines everything,\" said alumnus Sean Welby ’92 at the Harrisburg ceremony. He noted of his own experiences, “For the first time in my academic life I found something worthy of putting all of myself into, and that was the law.\"<br><br>On the Delaware campus, Alumni Association President Renae B. Axelrod encouraged students by saying, “I’m here to tell you that you can do it,” and she strongly encouraged each and every one of them to get involved in the greater Widener Law community. <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationDelaware.aspx\">Delaware Student Bar Association</a> President Andrew Quietmeyer also spoke, encouraging the students to take advantage of every opportunity presented to them before he introduced the other members of the SBA Board.<br><br>Both ceremonies ended with oaths administered by judges. The Honorable Renee Cohn Jubelirer of the Commonwealth Court administered the oath at the Harrisburg ceremony. In her remarks before giving the oath, she noted that without the ethical and honest work of attorneys that people’s inalienable rights are at risk, adding, \"People will come to you as a lawyer to help them. They will place their fate in your hands and their faith in your ability.\" Of the law school experience, she said, \"The skills you learn here will form the foundation of your entire legal career.”<br><br>The Honorable Chandlee Johnson Kuhn, a 1988 graduate of Widener Law recalled her own experiences as a student at Widener Law before administering the oath to the assembled students. “You are privileged to become a member of the legal community,” she said, adding, “We are entrusted with people’s lives.” She also stressed the importance of a lawyer’s reputation before concluding, “This is the beginning of the rest of your life. Enjoy it.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(951, 'Harrisburg Dean of Students Speaks At Annual Meeting of the National Conference of Bar Examiners', '2011-08-19', '<div style=\"float: right; margin: 4px; width: 508px;\">\n<img width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/SealingBarExamColorado.jpg\" alt=\"Boulder\"><p><span class=\"Caption\">Boulder, Colorado host city to the National Conference of Bar Examiners and Council of Bar Admission Administrators is nestled against the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains. This formation – known as the Flatirons – is the iconic representation of the area’s natural beauty. Photo Courtesy Keith E. Sealing.</span></p>\n</div>\n<a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/SealingKeithE.aspx\">Keith E. Sealing</a>, Dean of Students for the Harrisburg Campus, spoke about “The Challenges of the Millennial Generation” at the Annual Meeting of the National Conference of Bar Examiners and Council of Bar Admission Administrators on August 14th in Boulder, Colorado.<br><br>As the majority of law students taking the Bar Examination now are from the Millennial Generation (or Generation Y, generally covering those born between 1982 and 2001), Dean Sealing provided advice gleaned from his personal experiences working with Millennials. He discussed differences between Millenials and the previous generations, Boomers (1943 – 1960) and Generation X (1961 – 1981), in terms of the historic events that shaped their worldviews, their use of technology in general, and their favored modes of communication. <br><br>He noted that they often feel that “Email is for old people” and that they instead prefer Instant Messaging and Facebook. In an interesting exchange, Dean Sealing listed the four state Boards that had Facebook pages and how he was told by a spokesperson for one of the states that she wasn’t aware that the state had a Facebook page. In the ensuing discussion it emerged that the individual had inadvertently created the Facebook page herself and did not realize that she had done it!<br><br>“This exchange simultaneously demonstrated the pitfalls of Facebook and also the necessity of monitoring what is being said about you on Facebook and in cyberspace generally,” Sealing said.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(952, 'Orientation Week Ends With Student-Alumni Events On Campus', '2011-08-22', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627369274707%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627369274707%2F&amp;set_id=72157627369274707&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627369274707%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627369274707%2F&amp;set_id=72157627369274707&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Saturday, August 20th, the Harrisburg campus hosted a pair of events for students and alumni to close out Orientation week.<br><br>In the morning, students, alumni, and Widener Law faculty and staff took the starting line for the Student-Alumni Fun Run/Walk. For the second consecutive year, the <a href=\"/Gateway/Alumni/ContactAlumniRelations.aspx\">Office of Alumni Relations &amp; Development</a> partnered with the <a href=\"/CampusLife/AdvisingandCounseling/OfficeofStudentAffairsHarrisburg/DeanofStudents.aspx\">Dean of Students</a> to run the event with prizes awarded afterwards to the first place finishers in the following categories: first place male, first place female, and first place graduate.<br><br>During the afternoon, the campus held its first-ever “Widestock” outside of the Student Organizations building. Students, alumni, faculty and staff, and family members as well as furry friends enjoyed pizza and live music during the course of the afternoon. Student organizations hosted display tables in the parking lot and offered new students the opportunity to sign up. Alumni took the opportunity to catch up. Later in the day, a handful of participants enjoyed a pick up soccer game.<br><br>The weekend festivities were a great way to close Orientation and welcome new students to the Widener Law family. The next student-alumni event in Central Pennsylvania will be a networking social with bluegrass music at Professor Oliver’s home on Friday, August 26. Contact Ashley Barton at <a href=\"mailto:anbarton@widener.edu\">anbarton@widener.edu</a> for more information.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(953, 'Widener Law to Host Practice LSAT Exams', '2011-08-24', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"200\" class=\"FloatRight\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/2011MOCK%20LSAT%20Promo.jpg\" alt=\"2011MOCK LSAT Promo\">“This is an opportunity for students preparing to take the LSAT to do so in a simulated environment, which in my opinion has a variety of benefits,” says Multicultural Affairs Officer Troy Riddle of plans to host <a href=\"/Admissions/OldAdmissionsSite/MeetWidener/MockLSAT.aspx\">practice LSAT</a> exams on Saturday, September 17th and Saturday, November 12th. “It will help to alleviate some of the anxiety often felt on the actual test date.”<br><br>The practice exams will be held at 9:00 a.m. on both of Widener Law’s campuses with check in beginning at 8:30 a.m. The room assignment will be given at check in, which will take place inside the front door of the Main Law Building at the Delaware campus and in front of the Moot Courtroom at the Harrisburg campus.<br><br>“So many prospective applicants tell me each year they are very nervous about taking the LSAT because they know what an important component it is of their law school applications. This fear often affects their ability to perform their best on the exam,” says Harrisburg Director of Admissions Eric Kniskern. “In taking a practice test under similar testing conditions, we hope to take some of this fear of the unknown away from the test so that their true abilities can shine.”<br><br>“After scoring their exams, students will have an idea of the areas in which they need to improve before the actual test. Sometimes a few points in one area can make all the difference in the final score because there\'s no penalty for wrong answers. The test is solely based on the number of correct answers,” adds Riddle.<br><br>To register for either of the practice exams, those interested should visit <a href=\"/Admissions/OldAdmissionsSite/MeetWidener/MockLSAT/MockLSATRegistrationForm.aspx\">law.widener.edu/practicelsat</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(954, 'Busy Summer Season at Widener Law Comes to Close', '2011-08-28', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"258\" alt=\"CourthouseSky\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/CourthouseSky.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">The beginning of the fall semester marks the close of a busy summer at Widener Law that saw a number of renovations take place on the Delaware campus. In addition, faculty members shared their expertise at a wide range of speaking engagements and the Widener Law Summer Abroad programs offered unique learning opportunities.<br><br>For those who were away during the summer months, here is a look back at some of the great things that happened this summer.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">June</span><br>In early June, Widener Law <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/dehb060711juristacademy.aspx\">hosted the JURIST Academy program</a> to offer promising undergraduates students from diverse backgrounds a taste of law school. This year, the program expanded to the Harrisburg campus. Participating students on both campuses enjoyed a <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/dehb061511juristacademyclose.aspx\">wide range of activities</a>, including hearing from Widener Law graduates, practicing lawyers from prominent local firms, and on other prominent legal figures.<br><br>Also in June, the <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/de061311njccourse.aspx\">National Judicial College returned</a> to the Delaware campus for an Advanced Administrative Law Seminar. <br><br><a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/dehb062911newfacultystaff.aspx\">New faculty appointments</a> for the upcoming year were also announced at the end of June.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">July</span><br>Returning Professors <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/HamermeshLawrenceA.aspx\">Larry Hamermesh</a> and <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MoultonGeoff.aspx\">Geoff Moulton</a> shared their experiences during their leaves of absence; Professor Hamermesh at <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/de070711hamermeshwelcomeback.aspx\">the Securities and Exchange Commission</a> and Professor Moulton as <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/de072811moulton.aspx\">General Counsel for Senator Ted Kaufman</a>.<br><br><a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/de071111deconstructionmailroom.aspx\">Renovation projects</a> on the Delaware campus saw improvements made to Polishook Hall and the Concord Hall dormitory, and the Crown Court snack bar and the Mail Room traded places with improvements made to both locations. A project to create <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/de072111parkingconstruction.aspx\">additional parking spaces</a> closer to the Main Law building also began at the end of July.<br><br>With the Summer Abroad programs in full swing, Harrisburg Dean of Students <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/SealingKeithE.aspx\">Keith E. Sealing</a> shared some of his <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/hb071411sealingkenyaphotos.aspx\">wonderful photographs from Kenya</a>, Harrisburg Vice Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn Meadows</a> shared <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/hb072011meadowsvenice.aspx\">her thoughts on Venice</a>, and Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/PollardRandleB.aspx\">Randle Pollard</a> <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/hb072511pollardaustralia.aspx\">wrote about the Sydney program</a>.<br><br>Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/PopeThaddeusMason.aspx\">Thaddeus Pope</a> also visited Australia to <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/de071811popeACBHL.aspx\">speak at the 2011 Australasian Conference of Bioethics and Health Law</a>, while H. Albert Young Fellow in Constitutional Law <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/DalyErin.aspx\">Erin Daly</a> wrote about an <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/de071411dalyecuadorrightofnature.aspx\">important decision in an Ecuadorian court</a> that recognized that Nature itself has enforceable rights.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">August</span><br>With the beginning of their law school careers rapidly approaching, incoming Harrisburg students had the opportunity to <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/hb080211harrisburgsenatorssocial.aspx\">get together at a Harrisburg Senators game</a>, while incoming Delaware students <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/de080211bluerockssocial.aspx\">enjoyed a Wilmington Blue Rocks game</a>.<br><br>August also saw the <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/hb080311dernbachepa.aspx\">release of “Sustainability and the U.S. EPA,”</a> a report from the National Research Council that Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/DernbachJohnC.aspx\">John Dernbach</a> contributed to. Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/CapowskiJohnJ.aspx\">John Caposwki</a> also shared some information about his July trip to Beijing for the <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/hb080811capowskichina.aspx\">Third International Conference on Evidence Law and Forensic Science</a>.<br><br>Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/FamilyJillE.aspx\">Jill Family</a> offered her observations on the <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/hb081611familyabaresolution.aspx\">American Bar Association’s House of Delegates adoption of a resolution</a> that she worked on as Chair of the Immigration Committee of the Administrative Law Section. Keith Sealing spoke at the <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/hb081911sealingbarexaminers.aspx\">Annual Meeting of the National Conference of Bar Examiners</a> about his experiences working with Millennials.<br><br>Many <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/dehb081111mainlinesbest.aspx\">Widener Law alumni were honored as “Top Lawyers”</a> by Main Line Today magazine on its 2011 list.<br><br>Finally, Widener Law welcomed new students with <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/dehb081711welcometotheprofession.aspx\">Welcome to the Profession events</a> that kicked off orientation just ahead of the start of the fall semester.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(955, 'Widener Law Center announces Delaware campus fall programs for court interpreters', '2011-08-29', '<span style=\"\">\n				<a href=\"/ParalegalLNC.aspx\">The Legal Education Institute on the Delaware campus of the Widener Law Center</a> has announced plans for four fall-semester workshops designed to enhance the skills of <a href=\"/ParalegalLNC/CourtInterpreterProgram.aspx\">court interpreters</a>.<br><br><img width=\"235\" height=\"197\" alt=\"LEICollage235px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/LEICollage235px.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">The lineup of workshops, which are all two-day events, will largely be offered on the school’s Delaware campus, with one workshop to be held at City Hall in Philadelphia. Participants will receive certificates of completion for their work. <br><br>For more information, or to register for any program, contact Peggy O’Neill at 302.477.2007, <a href=\"mailto:moneill@mail.widener.edu\">moneill@mail.widener.edu</a>. The workshops include:<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">An Overview of Criminal Procedure for the American Sign Language Court Interpreter</span>, an <a href=\"/ParalegalLNC/CourtInterpreterProgram.aspx\">advanced course involving constitutional principles and criminal proceedings</a>. It includes study of procedures for defendants spanning investigation to appeal, with specific terminology unique to misdemeanor and felony criminal cases.<br><br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\">The sessions will run 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept. 10 and 11 in room 123 of the Main Law Building. Cost is $270 and includes continental breakfast, lunch and materials. Course prerequisites apply. </span><br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">How to Prepare for the Written and Oral Exam For Court Interpreters in the Vietnamese Language</span>, designed for beginner and intermediate interpreters, to guide the development of indispensable, practical skills. The seminar will focus on things like note-taking, consecutive and simultaneous interpretation, best professional practices, legal terminology and Pennsylvania Rules of Professional Conduct for Judiciary Interpreters. <br><br>The sessions will run 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 17 and 18 in room 380 of Philadelphia City Hall at Broad and Market Streets. Cost is $100 and includes continental breakfast, relevant text and other materials.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Note-taking 101</span>, a language-neutral, spoken-language-only seminar for designed for beginners with a focus on note-taking skills for success in consecutive and simultaneous interpretation.<br><br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\">The sessions will run 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 24 and 25 in room 126 of the Main Law Building. Cost is $225 and includes continental breakfast, lunch and materials</span>. <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Note-taking 102</span>, a two-day, language-neutral, spoken-language-only seminar designed to advance skills developed in the Note-taking 101 seminar with a focus on best practices for success in consecutive and simultaneous interpretation.<br><br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\">The sessions will run Nov. 19 and 20 in room 126 of the Main Law Building. Cost is $225 and includes continental breakfast, lunch and materials. </span><br><br>Widener began the Court Interpreter Program in September 2008 in response to a need for an academic resource dedicated to enhancing the skills tested in state-administered court interpreter exams. States are increasingly requiring that court interpreters be certified through their exams before they are allowed to work in courtrooms. <br><br><br></span>\n		<br>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(956, 'Delaware Supreme Court Justice Holland Administers Oath to Clinic Students', '2011-08-30', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 430px;\">\n<iframe width=\"420\" height=\"345\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/E4cbD-zYiCE\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"></iframe>\n<br><br><object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627432180297%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627432180297%2F&amp;set_id=72157627432180297&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627432180297%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627432180297%2F&amp;set_id=72157627432180297&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n\n“As far as your clients are concerned, you are going to be a Delaware attorney,” said Delaware Supreme Court Justice <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/HollandRandyJ.aspx\">Randy J. Holland</a> before administering the oath that will allow fourteen students participating in either the <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Clinics/DelawareCivilLawClinic.aspx\">Delaware Civil Clinic</a> or the <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Clinics/EnvironmentalandNaturalResourcesLawClinic.aspx\">Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic</a> the limited ability to appear in certain Delaware courts under Rule 56.<br><br>The ceremony, held on Monday, August 29th, was a special session of the Delaware Supreme Court, as only Delaware Supreme Court Justices can swear individuals in under the limited practice rule. Justice Holland opened the session by recognizing Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a>, who praised the students for their interest in public service and reminded them, “You will be dealing with live human beings and their problems.”<br><br>After citing all of the professors involved with the two clinics as “excellent models of behavior” for their students, Justice Holland recognized Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/HarringtonConnerDana.aspx\">Dana Harrington Conner</a>, who presented the eight students participating in the Delaware Civil Clinic. Those students are; Rachel M. Conte, Benjamin S. Gifford IV, Brian S. Legum, Lauren M. McCrery, Tara Miller, Karl Schujko, Joseph Edward Sheridan Jr., and Dean Wolff.<br><br>Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/KristlKennethT.aspx\">Ken Kristl</a> then introduced the six Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic students to be sworn in. Those students are; Jessica Blome, Christopher Ginelli, Edward Henry, Edward Hughes, Michael Stanzione, and Ashley Talley.<br><br>Justice Holland then made a few remarks, noting This is one of the most enjoyable things that I do each year as a Justice,” and praising the students for their interest in public service. He complimented them for recognizing “an obligation to share your legal knowledge with others,” and reminded them of the importance of ethical behavior and professional conduct.<br><br>Justice Holland concluded the court session by saying, “I hope that some of you decide to practice in Delaware.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(957, 'Professor Hosts Student-Alumni Event in his Home', '2011-08-30', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627554202074%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627554202074%2F&amp;set_id=72157627554202074&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627554202074%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627554202074%2F&amp;set_id=72157627554202074&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWell over 100 people filled Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/OliverWesleyM.aspx\">Wesley M. Oliver</a>’s home on Friday, August 26, 2011. The Associate Professor of Law hosted a student-alumni “happy hour” and bluegrass event at his residence on Second Street in Harrisburg. The evening kicked off with a two-hour networking social among guests who mingled in Professor Oliver’s home, on the deck, and on the porch as they enjoyed complimentary refreshments. Following the time set aside for networking, Harrisburg campus Vice Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn L. Meadows</a> greeted attendees and shared a law school update. Following the formal welcome, a bluegrass band played live music into the night for the enjoyment of the attendees.<br><br>The <a href=\"/Gateway/Alumni/ContactAlumniRelations.aspx\">Office of Alumni Relations and Development</a> thanks Professor Oliver, Vice Dean Meadows and the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationHarrisburg.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a> for helping to sponsor this student-alumni networking social.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, '');
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(958, 'New Students Introduced to Student Organizations', '2011-09-01', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px; height: 305px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627439151859%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627439151859%2F&amp;set_id=72157627439151859&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627439151859%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627439151859%2F&amp;set_id=72157627439151859&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px; height: 305px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627438159129%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627438159129%2F&amp;set_id=72157627438159129&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627438159129%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627438159129%2F&amp;set_id=72157627438159129&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Monday, August 29th, the Harrisburg campus held the Activities Fair, an annual event held during the second week of school aimed at introducing 1st-year students to the student organizations on campus. The Delaware campus held its equivalent event, called Table Day, on Wednesday, August 31st.<br><br>The Harrisburg event was held in the Pit, and eleven student organizations were represented at the event, including the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationHarrisburg.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a>, the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherHarrisburgOrganizations/WomensLawCaucus.aspx\">Women’s Law Caucus</a>, the Sign Language Society, the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherHarrisburgOrganizations/WidenerLawRunningClub.aspx\">Widener Running Club</a>, the American Bar Association, the Tax Club, the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherHarrisburgOrganizations/ChristianLegalSociety.aspx\">Christian Legal Society</a>, the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherHarrisburgOrganizations/FederalistsSociety.aspx\">Federalist Society</a>, Lexis Nexis, Westlaw, and Student Ambassadors. <br><br>The Relay for Life committee used the fair as an opportunity to recruit first year students to join in this year’s Relay for Life, which will be held on October 15, 2011. Megan Henry, Relay for Life Committee Chair, said, “The activities fair is a great way for not only first year students, but all students to see the variety of clubs and activities available to them outside of the classroom.”<br><br>Adam Rarich, who represented both the Tax Club and Widener Running Club, felt that this year’s activities fair was also helpful to the new students. “We had a ton of participation from the new students.  Many of them were highly interested and wanted to learn more about our club.”<br><br>On the Delaware campus, colorful tables lined Main Street in the Main Law Building as a variety of student organizations including everything from the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationDelaware.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a> and the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/TrialAdvocacyHonorSocietyDelaware.aspx\">Moe Levine Trial Advocacy Honor Society</a> to <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/PhiAlphaDelta.aspx\">Phi Alpha Delta</a>, the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/ChristianLegalSociety.aspx\">Christian Legal Society</a>, the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/LatinAmericanLawStudentsAssociation.aspx\">Latin American Law Student Association</a>, and the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/SouthAsianLawStudentAssociation.aspx\">South Asian Law Students Association</a> spoke to new and returning students about their organizations. The <a href=\"/LawLibrary.aspx\">Legal Information Center</a> had an informational table, and the <a href=\"/Admissions.aspx\">Admissions Office</a> also had a table for Student Ambassadors. Westlaw, Barbri, and a variety of services for law students were also represented.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(959, 'Associate Professor Jules Epstein honored for teaching excellence', '2011-09-02', '<div style=\"float: right; margin: 4px; width: 305px;\">\n<img width=\"300\" height=\"394\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/epsteinaward300px.jpg\" alt=\"espsteinaward300\"><p><span class=\"Caption\">Associate Professor Jules Epstein.<span><p></p></span></span></p>\n</div>\nWidener Law Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/EpsteinJules.aspx\">Jules Epstein</a> is the recipient of the 2011 Lindback Foundation Award for Distinguished Teaching, an honor bestowed annually to a member of the Widener University faculty. Epstein recently accepted the award at the university’s first faculty meeting of the new academic year. <br><br>Widener Acting Provost Stephen Wilhite presented Epstein with the award, highlighting student reactions to Epstein’s teaching that praised his ability to make abstract legal concepts come alive through colorful stories and an engaging personality. “This professor’s enthusiasm for teaching made me want to learn more,” Wilhite read from Epstein’s nomination.<br><br>“This is a tremendous honor. I value teaching. I love to teach,” Epstein said, accepting the award. “I view this as an award to the law school and my colleagues there. I can’t do what I do without them, without our dean and without our vice dean.”\n<br><br>Epstein joined the Delaware-campus faculty of Widener Law in 2003 and teaches criminal law, criminal procedure and evidence courses. He came from the highly respected Philadelphia criminal defense and civil<div style=\"float: right; margin: 4px; width: 305px;\">\n<img width=\"235\" height=\"155\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/EpsteinAward.jpg\" alt=\"EpsteinAward\"><p><span class=\"Caption\">Associate Professor Jules Epstein, Widener University President James T. Harris, and Acting Provost Stephen Wilhite.</span></p>\n</div>\nrights firm of Kairys, Rudovsky, Messing &amp; Feinberg, LLP, where he was a partner. He is the first member of the university faculty who is based on the Delaware campus to receive the award.\n<br><br>A 1978 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Law, Epstein began his legal career with the Defender Association of Philadelphia. He was an adjunct professor at the University of Pennsylvania from 1988 through 2006. He has authored dozens of articles and book chapters and lectured around the country, with his work concentrating in recent years on capital cases, eyewitness and forensic issues.\n<br><br>Epstein has taught death penalty law nationally to judges and attorneys and continues to handle capital cases pro bono at the appellate and post-conviction stages. He serves as faculty for the National Judicial College, where he teaches judges courses in advanced evidence and capital case law. He is a member of a Pennsylvania work group revising suggested standard jury instructions for criminal cases. He also sits on a Commonwealth commission addressing issues in wrongful conviction cases.<br><br>The Lindback Foundation Award is endowed by the Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation, a Philadelphia-based foundation that provides grants to institutions of higher education for the promotion of excellence in teaching.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(960, 'Harrisburg Career Development Office Hosts Discussion on Clerkships', '2011-09-06', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627623914764%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627623914764%2F&amp;set_id=72157627623914764&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627623914764%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627623914764%2F&amp;set_id=72157627623914764&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nAssociate Dean for Faculty Research and Development <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/BarrosDBenjamin.aspx\">Ben Barros</a> and the <a href=\"/CampusLife/CareerDevelopment.aspx\">Career Development Office</a> held a discussion with students on the benefits of clerkships on Tuesday, September 6th at 12 p.m. in the Pit on the Harrisburg campus. More than fifty students attended the informative hour-long event.<br><br>Harrisburg Career Development Director <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbgAdj/DurkinKaren.aspx\">Karen Durkin</a>, explained that clerkships are open to all students regardless of class rank. There are many different qualities that appeal to judges in addition to good grades, such as good research and writing skills, specific classes taken during law school, and good personality and temperament. Judges also appreciate individuals who are respectful to their secretary and staff and who are capable of representing the court well.<br><br>While Clerks generally make between make between $35,000-$55,000 per year along with benefits, some appellate clerks may make up to $65,000 per year. Some trial level clerks are encouraged to take cases in addition to their clerkship duties, which allows them to earn more.<br><br>Professor Barros emphasized that students should not be discouraged if the salary of a clerkship seems low. “Your first salary is not your last salary. I look at judicial clerkships as a worthy investment.”  <br><br>Roughly 25% of Widener Harrisburg’s graduating class does a clerkship. The Career Development Office also provided the students with handouts containing the requirements and deadlines for judicial clerkships in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(961, 'Widener Law programs in corporate compliance and ethics to receive prestigious honor', '2011-09-12', '<img class=\"FloatLeft\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/2011EthicsAwardPromo.jpg\" width=\"235\" height=\"252\" alt=\"2011EthicsAwardPromo\">Widener Law will be honored by the Society of Corporate Compliance &amp; Ethics, which is recognizing Widener with an award for exceptional work to strengthen the compliance and ethics professions.<br><br>Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> will accept the award on the school’s behalf Sept. 12 at the society’s seventh-annual International Compliance Awards Banquet in Las Vegas. Widener Law will be honored for its work in developing programs that promote the professions of compliance and ethics. Corporate compliance and business ethics are relatively new fields across public and private industries. Executives in these positions ensure their companies comply with state and federal regulations.<br><br>The Society of Corporate Compliance &amp; Ethics is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the role of compliance professionals, and advancing corporate governance, compliance and ethics on a global scale. Widener’s <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/InstituteofDelawareCorporateandBusinessLaw.aspx\">Institute of Delaware Corporate and Business Law</a> offers the only master’s-level corporate program in the United States accredited with the society, which is an arm of the Health Care Compliance Association.<br><br>Additionally, Widener offers a compliance program through its master of jurisprudence in health law. Widener is one of only two law schools in the nation whose program is accredited by the Corporate Compliance Board, which is also an arm of the Health Care Compliance Association.<br><br>“We are honored to be a recipient of a prestigious Society award this year. Widener has worked hard to build a top-flight program in corporate compliance and ethics within our Institute of Delaware Corporate and Business Law and our <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/HealthLawInstitute.aspx\">Health Law Institute</a>,” Ammons said. “While our accreditations already set us apart from the nation’s other law schools, this achievement is tremendous validation of our efforts to promote compliance programs focused on integrity and ethical behavior. We are immensely proud to be recognized in this way.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(962, 'Harrisburg professor offers insight into historic Pennsylvania court development', '2011-09-12', '<img class=\"FloatRight\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/gedidtv300px.jpg\" width=\"350\" height=\"243\" alt=\"gedidtv300px\">As Pennsylvanians prepare for televised oral arguments before the state Supreme Court, broadcasting officials have turned to Widener Law for perspective on the historic development.<br><br>Law Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/GedidJohnL.aspx\">John L. Gedid</a>, director of the school’s Harrisburg campus-based <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute.aspx\">Law &amp; Government Institute</a>, will be featured on a Pennsylvania Cable Network program the night before the court’s first argument airs on PCN. Gedid will be joined by Ken Gormley, dean of Duquesne University School of Law for the show broadcasting Monday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. Their appearance will follow a one-on-one interview with Pennsylvania Chief Justice Ronald D. Castille, set to air that same evening at 6 p.m.<br><br>“This is an opportunity to see the law in action,” Gedid said. “The Pennsylvania Supreme Court hears appeals of important cases that have an impact on every Pennsylvanian. These arguments will interest every citizen.”<br><br>Under an agreement announced in August, PCN will begin broadcasting gavel-to-gavel coverage of the court’s oral arguments. The first coverage will air on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m., and it will be shot in a location befitting the monumental occasion.<br><br>The court has elected to conduct the first day of the September session in the historic Supreme Court chamber in the Old City Hall at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park. This decision also allows the court to commemorate Constitution Week, which runs Sept. 12-17. Six arguments are scheduled and they typically take between 20 and 30 minutes each.<br><br>“This is an historic event for several reasons,” Gedid said. “We celebrate the founding of our country with a broadcast from Constitution Hall of arguments before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, which was established in 1722. That makes it the oldest court in the United States.”<br><br>Gedid has extensive experience working with PCN. The Law &amp; Government Institute he directs <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute/PCNTVShow.aspx\">produces a monthly “In Session”</a> episode for the network during the academic year. The show, hosted by Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/OliverWesleyM.aspx\">Wesley M. Oliver</a>, will debut for the fall season on Sunday, Sept. 18. The episode will examine Pennsylvania’s Right to Know Law.<br><br>Gedid teaches administrative law, Pennsylvania administrative law, contracts, sales, conflict of laws, and state constitutional law. An elected member of the American Law Institute and a Pennsylvania Commissioner to the Uniform Law Commission, he founded the Law &amp; Government Institute in 2000. It is one of Widener’s signature programs.<br><br>Visit <a title=\"pcntv.com\" href=\"http://www.pcntv.com/\">pcntv.com</a> to find the PCN channel in your area.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(963, 'Delaware Campus Student Organizations Hold 9/11 Memorial Ceremony', '2011-09-13', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 425px; height: 355px;\">\n<iframe width=\"420\" height=\"345\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/JCMITcDHNuk\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"></iframe>\n</div>\n<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"420\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627529147887%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627529147887%2F&amp;set_id=72157627529147887&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627529147887%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627529147887%2F&amp;set_id=72157627529147887&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=104087\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Monday, September 12th, the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationDelaware.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a>, the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/ChristianLegalSociety.aspx\">Christian Legal Society</a>, and the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/MilitaryLawSociety.aspx\">Military Law Society</a> held a short memorial service on the Delaware campus in remembrance of the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.<br><br>Flowers were placed at the base of the campus flagpole, which was then lowered to half-mast. Christian Legal Society President April Gibello then led a short, non-denominational prayer honoring the victims of the attack and their families, the first responders and their families, and the men and women of the United States Armed Services. SBA President Andrew Quietmeyer then thanked those members of the Widener Law community who attended.<br><br>The SBA also placed a poster at the flagpole. Students are encouraged to sign and leave messages of hope and remembrance on the poster throughout the day.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(964, 'Summit draws together Pennsylvania and national leaders to examine issues faced by offenders re-entering society', '2011-09-13', '<img class=\"FloatLeft\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/HarrisburgCapitolEXTERIOR235.jpg\" width=\"235\" height=\"180\" alt=\"HarrisburgCapitolEXTERIOR235\">Challenges facing offenders who are re-entering their communities after incarceration will be the focus of an event to be presented Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2011 by the <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute.aspx\">Law &amp; Government Institute</a> on the Harrisburg campus of Widener Law.<br><br>The event, organized by Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court Judge Emeritus Doris A. Smith-Ribner, will feature four panels of distinguished criminal justice experts who will explore these challenges and offer solutions for change. The event, titled the “Pennsylvania Reentry Summit: Exploring and Examining Innovative Reentry Strategies for the 21st Century,” runs from 1 to 6 p.m. in room A180 of the school’s administration building at 3800 Vartan Way, Harrisburg.<br><br>More than 700,000 people are released annually from state and federal prisons, with more than two-thirds rearrested within three years. Nationally, the United States spends nearly $70 billion on corrections while the current Pennsylvania corrections budget is almost $2 billion.<br><br>The summit will look at barriers that hinder successful reentry to the community, such as laws that impose collateral consequences upon people with convictions, and offer new and innovative ideas for improving the reentry process.<br><br>“Effective reentry strategies will reduce recidivism and enhance public safety. They also will save tax dollars by decreasing incarceration costs, and, perhaps most importantly, they will help give offenders the best chance at becoming productive citizens,” Smith-Ribner said.<br><br>Among those in the speaker lineup are:<ul>\n<li>Pennsylvania Secretary of Corrections John Wetzel and Amy L. Solomon, senior advisor to the assistant attorney general in the U.S. Justice Department, speaking on a panel that will examine remedies to reduce recidivism.</li>\n<li>Christopher Gowen, senior staff attorney to the American Bar Association Criminal Justice Section, speaking on a panel about the collateral consequences of a conviction.</li>\n<li>Mark Boyd, president and chief executive officer of Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey and Pennsylvania, speaking on a panel about best reentry practices and policies.</li>\n<li>Joseph A. McMillan, past national president of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives speaking on a panel about the law enforcement and ex-offenders’ reentry initiative.</li>\n</ul>Pennsylvania Sen. Stewart J. Greenleaf and Rep. Ronald G. Waters also will take part in the day. Both legislators have taken an active and vigorous role in criminal justice reform in the Commonwealth.<br><br>“Reentry challenges affect everyone, whether it is the offenders who are returning to society or their neighbors, who are in every community. This summit will explore a lot of important issues and new ideas. Widener’s Law &amp; Government Institute is proud to join with Judge Smith-Ribner in presenting a program that has so much to contribute to the public discourse on this important topic,” said Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/GedidJohnL.aspx\">John L. Gedid</a>, director of the institute.<br><br>Attorneys who attend the program will be eligible for 4.5 substantive continuing legal education credits in Pennsylvania and Delaware. Cost to attend for credit is $75 or $50 for Widener Law alumni. Attendance is free for students and those in the general public who do not seek education credits. The event will end with a reception at 6 p.m. sponsored by Goodwill Industries.<br><br>Visit <a href=\"http://law.widener.edu/reentry\" title=\"law.widener.edu/reentry\">law.widener.edu/reentry</a> for a full list of speakers, an agenda for the day and more registration information.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(965, 'Pennsylvania Summit Examines Issues Facing Offenders As They Reenter Society', '2011-09-15', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627546048741%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627546048741%2F&amp;set_id=72157627546048741&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627546048741%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627546048741%2F&amp;set_id=72157627546048741&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n“We have to come up with realistic goals. You can have all the reentry programs in the world, but if someone’s mind isn’t made up to do it, it doesn’t matter,” said founder and president of the National Exhoodus Council Malik Aziz as he spoke as part of the first panel discussion – Law Enforcement and Ex-offenders’ Reentry Initiatives – during the Pennsylvania Reentry Summit held on Tuesday, September 13th on Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus.<br><br>Hosted by Widener’s <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute.aspx\">Law and Government Institute</a>, the “Pennsylvania Reentry Summit: Exploring and Examining Innovative Reentry Strategies for the 21st Century” drew a substantial crowd and brought together distinguished criminal justice experts, lawmakers, and representatives of organizations that help ex-offenders reintegrate into society. Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court Judge Emeritus Doris A. Smith-Ribner organized the event, which featured four panels. Following the panels, Zygmont A. Pines, Esq., the Court Administrator of Pennsylvania, also spoke on Pennsylvania Judiciary Initiatives.<br><br>The program opened with a videoconference greeting from Widener Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a>, who spoke from the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom on the Delaware campus, saying, “Welcome to the Widener University School of Law and the Law and Government Institute’s Reentry Summit. We are extremely pleased to work with Judge Doris Smith-Ribner and all of you on this important subject.”<br><br>Law and Government Institute Director <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/GedidJohnL.aspx\">John L. Gedid</a> then introduced Judge Doris Smith-Ribner, who thanked Gedid, Dean Ammons, Harrisburg Vice Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn L. Meadows</a>, and Widener Law and Government Institute Secretary Sandy Graeff. Turning to the topic of the summit, she said, “Reentry is a word that is defined simply as the process and experience of an incarcerated person reentering society,” before noting that we have a duty to “prevent people from re-offending and returning to prison.”<br><br>During the panel on the Collateral Consequences of a Conviction, Christopher C. Gowen, the Senior Staff Attorney for the American Bar Association Criminal Justice Section, said, “There is no question in my mind that the number one biggest problem here is employment.” The statement echoed a recurring theme of the summit about the important role that jobs play in successful reintegration.<br><br>The Best Reentry Practices and Policies panel featured information on how best to help ex-offenders reintegrate and looked specifically at programs designed to help them find jobs. The final panel looked at potential policy remedies and featured several governmental officials, including Pennsylvania Secretary of Corrections John Wetzel; Amy L. Solomon, senior advisor to the assistant attorney general in the U.S. Justice Department; Ronald G. Waters, Pennsylvania Representative and Chair of the Legislative Black Caucus; Pennsylvania State Senator Stewart J. Greenleaf; and John Tuttle from the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole.<br><br>The event concluded with a reception sponsored by Goodwill Industries.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(966, 'Annual Constitution Day Website Focuses on the Economy', '2011-09-16', '<img width=\"300\" height=\"321\" class=\"FloatLeft\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/ConDayGARFIELD%20Front%20of%20WEBSITE%20HOME.jpg\" alt=\"ConDayGARFIELD Front of WEBSITE HOME\">“The economy, for better or worse, is the dominant theme of the day, and both of our themes are highly topical: Congress is currently considering a balanced budget amendment and there is split in the circuit courts over the constitutionality of the health care law, making Supreme Court review more likely,” says Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/GarfieldAlanE.aspx\">Alan Garfield</a> when discussing the theme of this year’s <a href=\"http://law.widener.edu/constitution2011\" title=\"2011 Constitution Day website\">Constitution Day website</a>.<br><br>“Specifically, we\'re focusing on two topics. Congress is currently considering proposals for a balanced budget amendment, and federal appellate courts have split over the individual mandate’s constitutionality, making Supreme Court review more likely,” continues Garfield. <br><br>Professor Garfield conceived of an <a href=\"/Academics/SpecialProgramsandInitiatives/ConstitutionDayProject.aspx\">online project</a> to honor the September 17th federal observance of Constitution Day, and he has been instrumental in carrying it forward each year since 2006. Each year, he chooses a theme and solicits authors to write essays. Portions of this year’s collection will also be republished throughout the week leading up to Constitution Day on the editorial pages of The News Journal, based in Wilmington, Del., through a partnership between the law school and the newspaper.<br><br>The essay authors are:\n<ul>\n<li>David Primo – Professor, Rochester University</li>\n<li>Elizabeth Price Foley – Professor FIU College of Law</li>\n<li>Eric Segall – Professor, Georgia State University School of Law</li>\n<li>Erwin Chemerinsky – Professor, UC Irvine Law School</li>\n<li>Laurence Seidman – Professor, University of Delaware</li>\n<li>Nick Rahall – Congressman, West Virginia (D)</li>\n<li>Orrin G. Hatch – Senator, Utah (R)</li>\n</ul>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(967, 'Law and Government Institute Produced Episodes of PCN’s In Session Return', '2011-09-16', '<img width=\"300\" height=\"293\" alt=\"pcn300px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/pcn300px.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">The <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute.aspx\">Law and Government Institute</a> will once again produce <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute/PCNTVShow.aspx\">eight episodes of the Pennsylvania Cable Network’s “In Session”</a> during the 2011-2012 academic year, marking a second season of collaboration between the network and the Institute. The first Law and Government Institute produced episode is scheduled to air Sunday, September 18th at 6:30 p.m.<br><br>“This month\'s show looks at Pennsylvania\'s Right to Know Law,” says Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/OliverWesleyM.aspx\">Wesley Oliver</a>, who serves as the host for the Widener produced episodes.<br><br>“A law requiring government transparency seems like a no-brainer, but the details turn out to be thorny,” says Oliver, asking, “Does the law go too far? For instance, are parents entitled to learn their teachers\' addresses? Conversely, does the law achieve its goals? What happens when an agency refuses a request? Does the requestor have to have counsel to make his case that the records are public and subject to the disclosure requirements of the law?”<br><br>Guests for the September 18th episode include Emily Leader, Deputy Chief Counsel to the Pennsylvania School Board Association; Craig Staudenmaier, partner at Nauman, Smith, Shissler &amp; Hall, LLP; and Terry Mutchler, the Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records.<br><br>The Widener Law and Government episodes air on the third Sunday of the month. The October episode will focus on the Luzerne County Kids for Cash Scandal.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(968, 'New Book By Professor Barnett Examines Popular Assumptions About the Law', '2011-09-18', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 425px; height: 320px;\">\n<iframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/Z9h8VuE9jsw\"></iframe>\n</div>\n<span style=\"font-style: italic;\">The Place of Law</span> builds on Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/BarnettLarryD.aspx\">Larry D. Barnett</a>’s previous work, <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Legal Construct, Social Concept</span>, which was published in 1993 and reprinted in 2010.  Both books emphasize that the doctrines and concepts of law can be explained only by reference to the society in which they exist.<br><br>“Marshalling a wide array of empirical evidence,” sociologist A. Javier Trevino remarked in a prepublication review of <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">The Place of Law</span>, “Larry D. Barnett brilliantly makes the case for context preceding content.”  Professor Barnett says of his new book, “I hope that <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">The Place of Law</span> will prompt questions about some currently popular assumptions regarding law.” <br><br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\">The Place of Law</span> began three years ago when the editorial director at Transaction Publishers – retired Rutgers University professor Irving Louis Horowitz – read a law review article written by Professor Barnett and began to encourage him to prepare a book on the sociology of the law.  “Given the esteem in which Professor Horowitz is held personally as a social scientist, his encouragement to author a book on the sociology of law was exceedingly influential.  One does not lightly decline an invitation that comes from a prominent, highly regarded academic.  <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">The Place of Law</span> is a direct result of his encouragement,” says Professor Barnett.<br><br>The book addresses two main assumptions about the role of law in society.  “One of these assumptions,” Barnett points out, “is that law is very effective in regulating social behavior and, thus, in reducing social problems.”  However, based on social science studies now available, Barnett concludes that law has little or no enduring effect on activities and problems that are social in nature.  The second assumption is that the concepts and doctrines of law can be explained by the efforts of particular individuals, especially influential legislators and judges.  Barnett, however, believes this assumption is wrong, at least for long-lasting concepts and doctrines of law in a nation such as the United States that is socially complex, technologically advanced, and democratically governed.  “In the end, the needs and values of society determine the content of law,” Barnett argues, and “when law is not compatible with societal conditions, it changes.”<br><br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\"><img width=\"235\" height=\"234\" alt=\"Barnett235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/Barnett235.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\">The Place of Law</span> draws upon a substantial body of empirical evidence resulting from the advances that have occurred over the past twenty years in quantitative social science research and data and in statistical techniques. Professor Barnett’s work relied on quantitative social science studies of two subjects in particular.<br><br>“One subject was whether law that seeks to regulate significant forms of social behavior has an appreciable, long-term impact on the frequency of those behaviors,” says Barnett, who, as an example, cites studies that law permitting divorce without evidence of fault did not have a permanent effect on the frequency of divorce.<br><br>“The second subject,” he continues, “was whether the content of law in a jurisdiction is markedly affected by social, economic, and demographic conditions in the jurisdiction.  For instance, were the sixteen states that liberalized their law on abortion prior to Roe v. Wade different in measurable ways from the states that did not do so?”  A distinct difference was found in research done by Professor Barnett.<br><br>Transaction Publishers has emphasized the social sciences since its establishment half a century ago. For more information on the book, visit <a href=\"http://www.transactionpub.com/title/The-Place-of-Law-978-1-4128-4258-7.html\" title=\"Transaction Publishers\">Transaction Publishers</a>.<br><br>In the accompanying video, Professor Barnett discusses the book and touches on his research and what he hopes readers will take away from it.<br>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(969, 'Art for Justice honors Professor Len Sosnov at gallery celebration', '2011-09-19', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627559518289%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627559518289%2F&amp;set_id=72157627559518289&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627559518289%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627559518289%2F&amp;set_id=72157627559518289&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nArt for Justice, a Philadelphia-area based nonprofit organization that supports and exhibits the artwork of prison inmates, recently recognized Widener Law Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/SosnovLeonardN.aspx\">Leonard N. Sosnov</a> for his work representing individuals on behalf of Centurion Ministries, a Princeton, N.J.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to freeing innocent people sentenced to life imprisonment or death.<br><br>Sosnov was presented with a painting at a reception Thursday, Sept. 15 in the Widener University Art Gallery in Chester, Pa. The gallery is hosting Art for Justice’s 50th display of artwork in a show that runs from Aug. 30 to Oct. 15. The reception was a celebration of the display and that milestone. <br><br>Founded in 1997, Art for Justice supports inmate art and stimulates dialogue about finding humane, effective ways to improve the criminal justice and corrections systems. Sosnov was presented with a painting titled “The Wall: Lawyer.” In it, artist Daniel Gwynn depicts a lawyer reaching over a prison wall, to make contact with an inmate.<br><br>In his 21 years as a criminal law professor on Widener’s Delaware campus, Sosnov’s work with Centurion Ministries has brought about the release of four inmates who had long maintained their innocence. Most recently this year, after 15 years of litigation, he and co-counsel secured the court-ordered release of a man held for more than 45 years. In two other cases, after 10 years of court battles, inmates held more than two decades gained their freedom after new trials were granted. Finally, in the fourth case, Sosnov found long-forgotten physical evidence in a 13-year-old rape case, and arranged for DNA testing. Test results showed sperm on the evidence did not belong to the defendant, who was ultimately released from prison.<br><br>For Sosnov the work has been a way to give back, stay active in the courts and the law, and invigorate his teaching. He was an attorney with the Defender Association of Philadelphia from 1972 to 1990, when he came to Widener’s campus in Delaware. He holds a law degree from Harvard University Law School.<br><br>“Being involved in freeing a long-imprisoned innocent person is always bittersweet but also very gratifying,” he has said. “This work defines why I chose to become a lawyer in the first place. I really appreciate being honored with the gift of this painting.”<br><br>Art for Justice Director Ann Marie Kirk said the organization has helped raise awareness and create a public dialogue about serious issues in the criminal justice system including wrongful convictions, life without parole, mandatory sentencing, the use of isolation units, juveniles serving life sentences, and those who are incarcerated with serious mental illnesses.<br><br>It made sense to honor Sosnov, given his position with the university and the exhibit on display in the school’s gallery, Kirk said. <br><br>“Art for Justice exhibits provide a platform for focusing on serious systemic flaws in the criminal justice system which permeate the social fabric of our times.” Kirk said. “It is an honor to recognize Mr. Sosnov for his work that has freed wrongly convicted individuals.”<br><br>The exhibition at Widener, titled Incarcerated Artists’ Creations from Within, includes more than 75 works by 14 different artists who are either on Pennsylvania’s death row or serving life sentences at the State Correctional Institution at Graterford and the State Correctional Institution at Greene. The gallery is free and open to the public Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Wednesdays through Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It will be closed Saturday, Sept. 3. The gallery is located on the Main Campus of Widener University in University Center on 14th Street between Walnut Street and Melrose Avenue in Chester<br>.<br>For more information on Art for Justice, visit the organization’s website at <a href=\"http://www.artforjustice.org/\" title=\"www.artforjustice.org\">www.artforjustice.org</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(970, 'Harrisburg Student Bar Association Hosts Mentor Networking Event', '2011-09-20', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627707748752%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627707748752%2F&amp;set_id=72157627707748752&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627707748752%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627707748752%2F&amp;set_id=72157627707748752&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nThe Harrisburg <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationHarrisburg.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a> hosted its first Mentor-Mentee Night on Thursday, September 15 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event took place at Mulligan’s in downtown Harrisburg with over 75 in attendance.<br><br>The Mentor-Mentee program – designed to help first-year students adjust to law school by pairing them up with a second or third year student – has over 155 participants this year. Mentors are asked to meet with the first year students several times throughout the semester to provide them with tips for surviving their first year of law school.<br><br>Many of the students have found the program to be helpful thus far. Third year law student Maria Anastasopolos said, “It is really important for first years to have someone to relate to aside from professors. We know what they’re going through and therefore the program is really helpful.”<br><br>Student Bar Association President Nicole Radziewicz said, “The night was a great success. We had a significant turnout, and the students really enjoyed getting to know each other. This was the first Mentor/Mentee networking event that the SBA has organized, and we look forward to planning similar events throughout the school year.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(971, 'Harrisburg Campus Marks Tenth Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks', '2011-09-20', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 425px; height: 320;\">\n<iframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/nwSXQvC0rb4\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"></iframe>\n</div>\nOn Thursday, September 15th in recognition of the 10th anniversary of the September 11th attacks, Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/BarrosDBenjamin.aspx\">Ben Barros</a> spoke in the Pit to students and faculty about being in New York and his experiences on September 11, 2001. <br><br>Professor Barros explained how important the World Trade Center Towers were to the New York City skyline and how they were the exclamation points to the city, mentioning that he used to jog past the World Trade Center every morning. <br><br>On that Tuesday morning of September 11th, he went down to see the towers after the first plane hit, and he and his wife saw the first tower on fire. He described a vivid memory of sitting in a friend’s apartment on the upper east side watching the planes hit the tower on TV over and over and over again.<br><br>He described that fall day as eerie. On any given day in New York, there were so many planes in the air, but on that day, the sky was so blue and so empty but for the presence of a few fighter planes. <br><br>The days following 9/11 were vivid ones. There were lines going around the block with people waiting to give blood. There were photocopied pictures covering the streets of those missing. In fact, some of the pictures are still preserved throughout the city. There were flags flying everywhere.<br><br>As a follow up thought, Professor Barros noted how united the country was during that time. As he prepared to contrast that united feeling with the current political atmosphere, he stopped and changed the direction of his thoughts, saying, “I was going to talk about how disunited we are, but it is part of our political culture to disagree. When it really matters, we’re united.”<br><br><div style=\"float:left; width: 405px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627583099289%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627583099289%2F&amp;set_id=72157627583099289&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627583099289%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627583099289%2F&amp;set_id=72157627583099289&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nIn addition to Professor Barros’s talk in honor of September 11th, the Harrisburg <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationHarrisburg.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a> is hosting a Drive for the Soldiers serving overseas that will continue until the end of the month. The SBA is asking faculty and students to kindly donate supplies and to place them in the marked boxes in the pit. <br><br>Suggested items include Toiletries (e.g. Baby wipes, Hand sanitizer, travel size shampoo-conditioner-deodorant or body wash, chapstick, sun block, toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouth wash, eye drops, etc.); Entertainment (e.g. magazines, books, movies, pocket calendars, board games, nerf footballs/whiffle ball bats, stationary, Frisbees, etc.); and Food (e.g. Beef Jerky/Slim Jims, Coffee, Protein bars, Breath mints, Vitamins, Nuts, Small Individual Boxes of Cereal, Trail Mix or Hot Chocolate or Tea packets, etc.). <br><br>Questions about the Drive may be directed to Erica Scavone at <a href=\"mailto:ericascavone@optonline.net\">ericascavone@optonline.net</a> or Nicole Radziewicz at <a href=\"mailto:nradz704@live.kutztown.edu\">nradz704@live.kutztown.edu</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, '');
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(972, 'Widener Law and DuPont announce plans for intellectual property seminar', '2011-09-21', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"181\" alt=\"DuPontCLE235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/DuPontCLE235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Widener Law and DuPont will join together for a daylong seminar that explores intellectual property issues and features remarks by some of the nation’s premier authorities on the topic. <br><br>The Intellectual Property Continuing Legal Education Seminar will be held Tuesday, Sept. 27 from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., followed by a reception hosted by DuPont’s executive legal management including Michael Walker, vice president and patent counsel. The event will be held at the DuPont Country Club, 1001 Rockland Road, Wilmington, Del. and registration opens with continental breakfast at 7 a.m.<br><br>The seminar’s first speaker will be Judge Paul Michel, former chief judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Michel, who retired from the bench in 2010, authored hundreds of opinions in patent, trademark and contract cases. He was selected to the Board of the IP Owners Education Foundation and became a distinguished scholar in residence in June 2010. He is co-author of the book “Patent Litigation and Strategy.” Before his 22-year career on the bench, Michel worked in the executive and legislative branches of government, including serving as assistant special Watergate prosecutor in the 1970s.<br><br>“We are so pleased to partner with DuPont, now for two consecutive years, to offer this worthwhile seminar. Intellectual property increasingly presents very challenging legal issues, particularly given the fast pace of technological developments and innovation in a globalized economy. This day promises to provide a wealth of new ideas and information,” said <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/BaldiaSonia.aspx\">Sonia Baldia</a>, a Widener Law associate professor of intellectual property law who will speak at the event.<br><br>The conference will feature prominent attorneys in the intellectual property field, including Jimmy D. Nguyen of the Los Angeles office of Davis Wright Tremaine LLP and Gale “Pete” Peterson of the San Antonio, Texas office of Cox Smith; and academics including Mercer University Law Professor David Hricik.<br><br>“Widener is delighted to team with DuPont in presenting this first-class event. The conference has an impressive list of speakers who will contribute to a day of thoughtful discussion, and I am particularly pleased that Judge Michel will join us and serve as the day’s first speaker,” Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> said.<br><br>The seminar marks the second consecutive year Widener Law and DuPont have paired to present a continuing education event focused on intellectual property law. Attorneys who attend will be eligible for seven continuing legal education credits, including one ethics credit, in Delaware, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia and multiple other jurisdictions.<br><br>Click <a href=\"http://law.widener.edu/%7E/media/Files/cle/2011DuPont0927.ashx\" title=\"http://law.widener.edu/~/media/Files/cle/2011DuPont0927.ashx\">here</a> to see an event brochure. Registration is $600 and includes all course materials, breakfast, lunch, refreshments and the reception. To register, visit <a href=\"http://www.seeuthere.com/DuPontIPConference2011\">www.seeuthere.com/DuPontIPConference2011</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(973, 'Widener Law’s annual Pileggi lecture to focus on Delaware, Congress and corporate governance', '2011-09-21', '<img width=\"300\" height=\"362\" class=\"FloatRight\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/FischJill300px.jpg\" alt=\"FischJill300px\">Widener University School of Law is pleased to announce that Jill E. Fisch, the Perry Golkin Professor of Law at University of Pennsylvania Law School, will deliver the 2011 annual Francis G. Pileggi Distinguished Lecture in Law.<br><br>Fisch will give the lecture, “Leave it to Delaware: Why Congress Should Stay Out of Corporate Governance,” on Friday, Sept. 23 in the Du Barry Room of the Hotel du Pont at 11th and Market Streets in Wilmington. She will give an encore presentation for students on the Delaware campus that day at 11 a.m. in Polishook Hall room 302.<br><br>Her lecture comes at a time when Delaware corporate law has been criticized for insufficiently promoting director and officer accountability. That criticism has been invoked to justify federal regulation of corporate governance, notably involving proxy access, executive compensation and takeover regulation. But market developments have enabled investors to use moderated, non-regulatory responses to address perceived accountability problems, avoiding excessive costs and destabilizing management authority. Fisch is expected to explore how modest changes in Delaware law would enhance the ability of sophisticated institutional investors to make a more active and positive contribution to corporate governance, while preserving the existing legal safeguards provided by the Delaware Legislature and the Court of Chancery.<br><br>Fisch co-directs Penn Law’s Institute for Law and Economics, and she is a nationally known scholar whose work focuses on the intersection of business and law, including the role of regulation and litigation in addressing limitations in the disciplinary power of the capital markets. She holds an undergraduate degree from Cornell University and a law degree from Yale Law School.<br><br>The annual Pileggi lecture event is presented by Widener Law and the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/DelawareJournalofCorporateLaw.aspx\">Delaware Journal of Corporate Law</a>, one of three law journals on the Delaware campus. The series has attracted many renowned speakers in the area of corporate law since the first Pileggi lecture in 1986. <br><br>There is no cost to attend the breakfast or lecture. The event is made possible by the generosity of Francis G. Pileggi, a founding attorney of Pileggi &amp; Pileggi and father of Widener Law alumnus Francis G.X. Pileggi, who conceived of the idea through a desire to create a corporate law forum for practitioners, judges and academics.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(974, 'Dean Hosts Networking Event in her Home', '2011-09-22', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627612141309%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627612141309%2F&amp;set_id=72157627612141309&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627612141309%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627612141309%2F&amp;set_id=72157627612141309&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nDean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda Ammons</a> hosted a Minority Student and Alumni Networking Social at her home on September 14, 2011. More than 60 students and alumni attended, including members of the judiciary.  Those in attendance represented areas around the world including India, Turkey, Haiti, Sudan, and Pakistan.  In addition, 8 states were also represented.  The networking social has become an annual event and one that Dean Ammons and the students look forward to.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(975, 'Widener Law annual Pileggi lecture looks at Congress, states, and corporate governance', '2011-09-23', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627612319543%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627612319543%2F&amp;set_id=72157627612319543&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627612319543%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627612319543%2F&amp;set_id=72157627612319543&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>Widener Law hosted its 27th-annual Francis G. Pileggi Distinguished Lecture in Law recently with a presentation from Jill E. Fisch, the Perry Golkin Professor of Law at University of Pennsylvania Law School.<br><br>\n\nFisch, who co- directs Penn Law’s Institute for Law and Economics, is a nationally known scholar whose work focuses on the intersection of business and law, including the role of regulation and litigation in addressing limitations in the disciplinary power of the capital markets. In her remarks, “Leave it to Delaware: Why Congress Should Stay Out of Corporate Governance,” Fisch took the position that supposed failures of Delaware law are overstated. She said governance positions in the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act demonstrate procedural deficiencies in federal regulation and, to the extent cases challenge existing corporate law rules, state law is better positioned to respond.\n<br><br>\nHer lecture came at a time when Delaware corporate law has been criticized for insufficiently promoting director and officer accountability. That criticism has been invoked to justify federal regulation of corporate governance, notably involving proxy access, executive compensation and takeover regulation. \n<br><br>\nDelaware Supreme Court Justice Henry duPont Ridgely introduced Fisch, noting the Pileggi lecture series has served to stimulate conversations about corporate law in Delaware over 27 years. He thanked the Delaware Journal of Corporate Law, which presents the event with the law school, for its work.\n<br><br>\n“The Journal provides a tremendous resource for judges, practitioners and academics alike,” Ridgely said.\n<br><br>\nFisch thanked the school and the Pileggi family for including her in the event.\n<br><br>\n“It’s an honor to be a part of this lecture series,” she said.\n<br><br>\nThe event is made possible by the generosity of Francis G. Pileggi, a founding attorney of Pileggi &amp; Pileggi and father of Widener Law alumnus Francis G.X. Pileggi, who conceived of the idea through a desire to create a corporate law forum for practitioners, judges and academics.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(976, 'Breakfast With Senator Chris Coons Launches Faculty Development Programs', '2011-09-23', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627705763644%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627705763644%2F&amp;set_id=72157627705763644&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627705763644%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627705763644%2F&amp;set_id=72157627705763644&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n“If I were to focus on the real question, it is what is the role of federal government?” remarked junior U.S. Senator from Delaware Chris Coons about the current political atmosphere in Washington. The Senator spoke on Widener Law’s Delaware campus at a special breakfast on the morning of Monday, September 19th to kick off the Faculty Development series for the 2011-12 academic year.<br><br>Associate Dean for Faculty Research and Development <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/StraussAndrewL.aspx\">Andrew L. Strauss</a> offered a brief, general welcome before turning the program over to Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a>, who introduced Senator Coons, saying, “Ladies and gentlemen, without further ado, from the great state – the first state – of Delaware, our Senator, Chris Coons.”<br><br>Senator Coons spoke candidly about his experiences in Congress since being elected to the Senate in 2010 during a special election to succeed Vice President Joe Biden. He spoke briefly about the four committees – Budget, Foreign Relations, Judiciary, and Energy and Natural Resources – on which he currently serves.<br><br>He focused on his work with the Judiciary committee, saying of the judicial nomination process, “I think that the level of obstructionism has slowly ramped up over the last several congresses.”  He also touched on potential challenges to Delaware’s position in the area of corporate law and governance, noting that some officials from other states would prefer to not to have to defer in matters such as corporate bankruptcies.<br><br>The greatest thrust of the Senator’s remarks, however, returned to the need for civil discourse within federal government, and in particular the Senate. “We’re not really listening to each other,” he said of posturing ahead of the next election cycle, and added that willingness to compromise “is the spirit that we most need to return to the Senate.”<br><br>Following his remarks, the Senator took a few questions from the audience. The questions touched on a range of topics including the so-called “Buffet Rule” proposed by the President, the Senator’s views on the filibuster, and climate change. Dean Ammons asked a final question about what Widener Law could do to be more helpful to Delaware and to the nation.<br><br>In his response to the question, the Senator noted that he felt legal clinics were an imperative part of legal education that challenged students to look for ways to contribute to real world solutions. Praising Widener Law’s clinical programs, he shared a bit about his own law school clinical experience at Yale serving clients in landlord-tenant disputes, saying, “Were it not for the clinic, I wouldn’t have stayed in law school.”<br><br>A graduate of Amherst College, Senator Coons earned his M.A.R. from Yale Divinity School and a J.D. from Yale Law School. He spent eight years as in-house counsel for W.L. Gore &amp; Associates, Inc. In 2000, he was elected president of the New Castle County Council. He served for four years before being elected New Castle County Executive in 2004. In 2008, he was reelected as New Castle County Executive, serving for two more years before running for Senator in the special election.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(977, 'Harrisburg Campus Holds Annual Deans Picnic', '2011-09-27', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627583828375%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627583828375%2F&amp;set_id=72157627583828375&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627583828375%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627583828375%2F&amp;set_id=72157627583828375&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Saturday, September 17, 2011, the Harrisburg Campus held its annual Dean’s Picnic from noon to 4 p.m. The <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationHarrisburg.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a> and the <a href=\"/CampusLife/AdvisingandCounseling/OfficeofStudentAffairsHarrisburg.aspx\">Office of the Dean of Students</a> sponsored the event. Students and Faculty were provided with food, beverages, and music.<br><br>Relay for Life raised over $300 during the picnic through raffle baskets and 50-50’s, and by providing students the opportunity to give participating professors a pie in the face in return for a donation to Relay for Life. The Student Bar Association also held a raffle for a parking space located in the first row of the parking lot as a fundraiser for Relay for Life.<br><br>Additionally, a soccer game played at 2:30 p.m. inaugurated the new soccer field for the first time. The picnic also featured an inflatable obstacle course and face-painting for children.<br><br>The winners of the Student Bar Association student representative election were also announced. The 2011-12 student representatives are: 4ED Matt Kaminsky and J. Diane Brannon-Nordtromme; 3RD- Megan Henry and Pete Aziz; 3ED- Tricia Lontz and Kari Panza; 2RD- Ami Patel and Roma Patel; 2ED- Jacqueline Harris; 1RD- Sec. P- Cara Chromiak and Jessica Boyles; 1RD- Sec. N- Anamari Jimenez and Jamilah Espinosa; 1ED- Rebecca Bailey and Ryan Gonder. <br><br>Kristin Potter, Student Bar Association Vice President of Social Events, said that the event was a great success.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(978, 'Widener Law marks 40th anniversary of Delaware’s Coastal Zone Act', '2011-09-28', '<span style=\"\">Widener Law will mark the 40th anniversary of one of Delaware’s most controversial – and some would say, important – environmental laws with a daylong public event that focuses on opportunities and challenges the legislation presents in modern times.<br><br>The Delaware Coastal Zone Act represented the first comprehensive coastal land-use law in the world aimed at curbing industrial development within a coastal area. The law forbids new heavy industry and bulk transfer facilities along the state’s fragile coastline. It was heavily opposed by industrial developers in general, and the Shell Oil Co. and Nixon administration in particular. The law passed by a slim margin in 1971 with help from an endorsement by then-Gov. Russell Peterson. Today it is widely considered one of the state’s most important pieces of legislation.<br><br>Widener Law and its </span><span style=\"\"><a href=\"../../../../Academics/Institutes/EnvironmentalLawCenter.aspx\">Environmental Law Center </a></span><span style=\"\">will present the program, <span style=\"font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;\">“The Delaware Coastal Zone Act at 40: Past, Present and Future” </span>on Friday, <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Sept. 30 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. </span>in the <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom</span> at 4601 Concord Pike. The event is co-sponsored by the Delaware Humanities Forum, the Delaware State Bar Association Section on Environmental Law and the student-run Widener Environmental Law Society.<br><br>Former U.S. Rep. Mike Castle will serve as the event keynote speaker. The morning will include presentations about the law’s history, how it works and emerging challenges. The afternoon will feature breakout sessions and a screening of the recent film “An Evolving Legacy: Delaware’s Coastal Zone Act,” facilitated by the film’s writer and director, Michael Oates of 302 Stories Inc.<br><br>The day will include a “town hall meeting” moderated by retired Delaware Superior Court Judge Susan Del Pesco, an alumna of the law school. Click here for a full event schedule.<br><br>“The program will provide a neutral forum for conversations about this historic law, as well as the opportunities it provides and challenges it faces over the next 40 years,” said <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MayJamesR.aspx\">Professor Jim May,</a> co-director of <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/EnvironmentalLawCenter.aspx\">Widener’s Environmental Law Center.</a><br><br>Attorneys who attend will be eligible for 5.5 <a href=\"/Academics/Programs/ContinuingLegalEducation.aspx\">continuing legal education credits</a> in Delaware and Pennsylvania, and in New Jersey through self reporting. The registration fee for those who attend for credit is $150, or $125 for Widener Law alumni. The cost for the general public is $20. The event fee includes lunch, snacks and continuing education materials. Seating is limited. To register, contact Debbie E. Dantinne at <a href=\"mailto:dedantinne@widener.edu\">dedantinne@widener.edu</a> or call 302.477.2182. <br><br><br><br><br></span>\n		<br>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(979, 'Alternative Dispute Resolution Society Holds Tryout Competition', '2011-09-29', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627774366734%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627774366734%2F&amp;set_id=72157627774366734&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627774366734%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627774366734%2F&amp;set_id=72157627774366734&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Saturday, September 24th, the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/AlternativeDisputeResolutionSociety.aspx\">Alternative Dispute Resolution Society</a> on the Delaware campus held a Negotiation Competition for Widener Law students interested in joining the society. Following the competition, the Alternative Dispute Resolution Society welcomed fifty new members.<br><br>The competition attracted the participation of 108 Widener Law students. Local attorneys, professors, mediators, and recent alumni served as judges for the competition, which consisted of a morning round and an afternoon round.<br><br>Each team of two students was given a fact pattern with confidential information, which they had to use to negotiate the best deal for their client during a 30-minute session. The four top scoring teams – consisting of students Briana Granieri, Ashley Edwards, Geoff Gleason, Chris Pine, Alan Aclo, Vijay Yellareddigari, Jenna Stayton, and Sammier Mustafa – moved on to a third round where they were given 45 minutes to prepare for a new fact pattern.<br><br>Associate Professors <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/JohnsonLeslieA.aspx\">Leslie A. Johnson</a> and <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/JohnstonPatrickJ.aspx\">Patrick J. Johnston</a> and two recent graduates, Damiano del Pino ’11 and Joe Siclari ’11, judged the final round of the competition and offered valuable perspective and feedback to the student competitors. Students Briana Granieri, Ashley Edwards, Geoff Gleason, and Chris Pine made up the two highest scoring teams and will represent Widener Law at the ABA Regional Negotiation Competition at the University of Richmond School of Law in Richmond, VA in November.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(980, 'Program on human trafficking brings shocking truths about modern-day slavery to Delaware', '2011-09-30', '<img width=\"300\" height=\"310\" alt=\"MatthewSaju300px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/MatthewSaju300px.png\" class=\"FloatRight\">Shocking truths about the prevalence of modern-day slavery abroad will be presented in an upcoming free public program organized by Widener Law students that features an international human rights advocate.<br><br>The school will welcome Saju Mathew, Esq., for the event, “Modern-Day Slavery: Human Trafficking and Bonded Labor,” to be held Monday, Oct. 3 in the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom on the school’s Delaware campus at 4601 Concord Pike. A reception will run from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and the program will run from 6:45 to 8 p.m.<br><br>The program is presented by the school’s South Asian Law Student Association, or SALSA, in partnership with the International Justice Mission and the South Asian Bar Association of Delaware. <br><br>Mathew is based in Washington, D.C. as the director of operations, south Asia, for the human-rights agency International Justice Mission. IJM lawyers, investigators and aftercare professionals work with local officials in 18 offices around the world to ensure victim rescue and rehabilitation, prosecute perpetrators, and build capacity within broken public justice systems so the poor are protected. He previously served in an India field office where he led IJM’s anti-slavery efforts. Mathew has been widely quoted in media accounts of human trafficking, including this <a title=\"CNN\" href=\"http://thecnnfreedomproject.blogs.cnn.com/2011/06/29/more-than-500-slaves-rescued-from-brick-kilns/\">CNN story</a>. He also has 14 years of litigation experience in U.S. courts through prior work in the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office. He holds a law degree from Rutgers University School of Law.<br><br>Statistics about human trafficking are startling. Mathew’s organization reports that more people are currently held in slavery than over the course of the entire trans-Atlantic slave trade, with millions toiling in bondage as their work and their bodies are the property of an owner. Human trafficking generates more than $32 million annually for those who, by force and deception, sell human lives into slavery and sexual bondage.<br><br>Attorneys who attend will be eligible for 1.5 continuing legal education credits in Pennsylvania and Delaware, and through self-reporting in New Jersey. . Those who plan to attend for credits are asked to RSVP in advance at <a href=\"mailto:collinsc@ballardspahr.com\">collinsc@ballardspahr.com</a> or 302.252.4442.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(981, 'Widener Law professor speaks at renowned corporate governance seminar', '2011-10-01', '<img width=\"300\" height=\"167\" alt=\"hamermesh300px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/hamermesh300px.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Widener University School of Law Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/HamermeshLawrenceA.aspx\">Lawrence A. Hamermesh</a> recently gave the keynote address at the ninth-annual Directors’ Institute on Corporate Governance in New York City. The Sept. 7 event was presented by the Practising Law Institute.<br><br>Hamermesh, Widener’s Ruby R. Vale professor of corporate and business law, directs the school’s <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/InstituteofDelawareCorporateandBusinessLaw.aspx\">Institute of Delaware Corporate and Business Law</a>. His remarks focused on reevaluating the utility of having stockholder meetings every year, and whether less-frequent voting might enhance the quality and impact of stockholder input into corporate governance.<br><br>Hamermesh’s appearance was part of a daylong seminar where corporate directors, government officials, corporate attorneys and academics shared perspectives on the regulatory environment surrounding directors in corporate America.<br><br>The Practising Law Institute offers programs and publications that serve attorneys and legal professionals in a variety of practice areas. <br><br>Hamermesh recently returned to Widener’s Delaware campus after an 18-month leave of absence, where he served as senior special counsel with the Office of Chief Counsel of the Division of Corporation Finance at the Securities and Exchange Commission in Washington, D.C. <br><br>He began teaching in 1994 after spending 18 years practicing at Morris, Nichols, Arsht &amp; Tunnell in Wilmington – the last nine of which were as partner. He teaches and writes in the areas of corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, securities regulation, business organizations, corporate takeovers and professional responsibility.<br><br>He earned his law degree from Yale Law School.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(982, 'Widener Law Rugby Team Plays at Hogfest Invitational', '2011-10-03', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627809738006%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627809738006%2F&amp;set_id=72157627809738006&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627809738006%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627809738006%2F&amp;set_id=72157627809738006&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Saturday, October 1st, Widener Law’s <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/RugbyFootballClub.aspx\">Rugby Football Club</a> traveled to play in the Hogfast Invitational hosted by the Wharton Warthogs, the Rugby club at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business.<br><br>The Widener Law team defeated the team from New York University’s Stern Buisness School. Two minutes into overtime and playing with one man down due to injury, the team put up an amazing goal line defense, preventing their opponent from scoring to tie the game and preserving a final score of 5-0.<br><br>The Widener Law team finished the Invitational with a record of 1-1, losing to the Wharton Warthogs despite a solid push at the end.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(983, 'Environmental Law Center Program Examines Past, Present, and Future of the Coastal Zone Act', '2011-10-04', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627810902786%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627810902786%2F&amp;set_id=72157627810902786&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627810902786%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627810902786%2F&amp;set_id=72157627810902786&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n“It was unique legislation. I do not know of any other legislation like it at that time,” said former Congressman Mike Castle of the Delaware Coastal Zone Act during his keynote address at “The Delaware Coastal Zone Act at 40: Past, Present and Future,” a special CLE event hosted by Widener Law’s Environmental Law Center on Friday, September 30th, 2011 on the Delaware campus.<br><br>The daylong program began with a welcome from Environmental Law Center co-director Jim May, who said of the Delaware Coastal Zone Act, “The law is a wonder. It was the first comprehensive coastal land use act here or anywhere in the world.” Fellow Environmental Law Center co-director John Dernbach then spoke briefly about Widener’s Environmental Law Center by video feed from the Harrisburg campus.<br><br>The program then began in full with a video clip from “An Evolving Legacy: Delaware’s Coastal Zone Act,” a documentary on the Delaware Coastal Zone Act recently put together by Michael Oates of 302 Stories Inc. Marilyn P. Whittington, the Executive Director of the Delaware Humanities Forum, which funded the film, introduced the clip<br><br>The first comprehensive coastal land-use law in the world aimed at curbing industrial development within a coastal area, the Delaware Coastal Zone Act forbids new heavy industry and bulk transfer facilities along the state’s fragile coastline. Despite heavy opposition from the Shell Oil Co. and other industrial developers as well as the Nixon administration, the law passed by a slim margin in 1971.<br><br>The morning portion of the program featured a legal history of the act and two panels: Practice and Procedure Under the CZA and Emerging Legal Issues. A luncheon and Castle’s keynote address followed.<br><br>Introducing Castle, Widener Law Dean Linda L. Ammons said, “It is my distinct honor to introduce Congressman Mike Castle. He has played a key role in making Delaware a better place for everyone.”<br><br>Castle’s remarks focused on the political history and implications of the Act, and he spoke particularly about former Delaware Governor Russell Peterson, who was instrumental in seeing it enacted. “He was as fearless a politician as I have ever known,” Castle said of Peterson.<br><br>The afternoon portion of the program featured a panel on legislative and regulatory perspectives, breakout sessions, a screening of “An Evolving Legacy: Delaware’s Coastal Zone Act,” facilitated by writer and director Michael Oates, and a “town hall meeting” discussion moderated by retired Delaware Superior Court Judge Susan del Pesco.<br><br>Widener Law thanks the Delaware Humanities Forum, the Delaware State Bar Association Section on Environmental Law, and the student-run Widener Environmental Law Society for co-sponsoring “The Delaware Coastal Zone Act at 40: Past, Present and Future.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(984, 'Harrisburg Students Lend-A-Hand to Help Clean Up Hershey', '2011-10-04', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627824748066%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627824748066%2F&amp;set_id=72157627824748066&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627824748066%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627824748066%2F&amp;set_id=72157627824748066&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nSeveral Harrisburg Students participated in flood clean up effort run by the Lend-A-Hand program on Friday, September 30th. The clean up took place in Hershey from 9 a.m. until late in the afternoon. The group from Widener assisted in removing paneling and ceiling tiles from a flooded house that dated back to the 1700’s. Students were provided with rubber boots, masks and gloves.<br><br>Third year student Matthew Dorry said, “It was a great experience to work with members of the community struggling to recover from the recent flooding. The event went very well. We tore down the basement interior quickly so the homeowner can obtain contractors to start rebuilding. Lend-A-Hand was a great opportunity for Widener students like us to assist others who need help.”<br><br>Groups are continuing to be arranged. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Nicole Radziewicz at <a href=\"mailto:nradz704@live.kutztown.edu\">nradz704@live.kutztown.edu</a> or Kristin Potter at <a href=\"mailto:kmpotter60@gmail.com\">kmpotter60@gmail.com</a>. Sign-Up sheets are also available on TWEN.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(985, 'South Asian Law Student Association Program Looks at Challenges of Contemporary Slavery', '2011-10-05', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627692498373%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627692498373%2F&amp;set_id=72157627692498373&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627692498373%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627692498373%2F&amp;set_id=72157627692498373&amp;jump_to=\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n“Human rights is not some abstract concept, but a daily struggle in their lives,” said Saju Mathew, the <a title=\"International Justice Mission\" href=\"http://www.ijm.org/\">International Justice Mission (IJM)</a> Director of Operations for South Asia, of poor people in the developing world as he spoke to a large audience of students, faculty, staff, and members of the public in the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom on Monday, October 3rd.<br><br>Mathew\'s remarks came as part of a special forum, “Modern-Day Slavery: Human Trafficking and Bonded Labor,” put together by Widener Law’s <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/SouthAsianLawStudentAssociation.aspx\">South Asian Law Student Association (SALSA)</a> in partnership with the International Justice Mission and the South Asian Bar Association of Delaware. <br><br>Following a reception held in the atrium of the Main Law Building, Asim Humayun, the President of SALSA, welcomed everyone in attendance and introduced Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a>. Both Dean Ammons and Asim thanked South Asian Bar Association of Delaware President Anuradha Gwal and Emilie Ninan, the founding President of the South Asian Bar Association of Delaware, for their assistance in putting the program together. Emilie Ninan then introduced Mr. Mathew.<br><br>Mathew noted that he considers his work with the International Justice Mission to be a real privilege, and he spoke briefly about the trafficking of young women for sex work before showing the IJM video “Ray of Hope” about Suhana, a young woman who was rescued from sexual bondage.<br><br>After the video, Mathew touched on the magnitude of the problem that modern-day slavery represents, suggesting that the problem is unsolvable unless we begin to look at the victims as individuals rather than a statistic. He also discussed the issues with legal solutions in the developing world, noting, “Its one thing to have a law, but its another thing to have it enforced,” adding that “4 billion people live outside the shelter of the rule of law.”<br><br>With the police not being trusted and a scarcity of lawyers because the law is not a respected profession in India, legal solutions can prove difficult. He stressed that law enforcement is not a social mechanism that the poor view as helpful in the developing world because it is often seen as corrupt. He emphasized, however, that existing laws in the developing world since the rise of the U.N. are actually well constructed, meaning that the solution is not to make new laws, but to better enforce the existing ones and “Fix the public justice system.”<br><br>“It requires the political will. It requires steadfastness,” Mathew stressed of the difficulty in setting up a working public justice system, noting, “In fact, there are more people in slavery than there were during the entire British slave trade,” and that more people are enslaved then ever before.<br><br>He then told several personal stories from cases that he was involved with during his time in India concerning the practice of bonded labor – schemes by which people are roped into long-term servitude through the payment of an advance which they then never seem to be able to work off. “Bonded labor is a crime, but one of the challenges is that it’s not always easy to identify from a distance,” concluded Mathew.<br><br>Following his remarks, Mr. Mathew took questions from the audience on a variety of topics including whether or not the population at large recognizes the problem of bonded labor, whether people are missed from their communities, and whether or not he was aware of any cases of revolt in the context of bonded labor. On the topic of people being missed from their communities, he said,  “It’s often not just one person, but a whole village,” and he said that he was not aware of any cases where bonded laborers had revolted.<br><br>Saju Mathew is the Director of Operations, South Asia, for the human-rights agency International Justice Mission in Washington, D.C, and he served previously in a field office in India. The International Justice Mission works with local law enforcement officials from 18 offices located around the world to help ensure that the poor are better protected. Prior to his work with IJM, Mr. Mathew spent worked in the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office. He holds a law degree from Rutgers University School of Law.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(986, 'Harrisburg Relay for Life Teams Hold Successful Fundraisers', '2011-10-06', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627700668183%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627700668183%2F&amp;set_id=72157627700668183&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627700668183%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627700668183%2F&amp;set_id=72157627700668183&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nAs the much-anticipated Harrisburg campus <a href=\"http://www.relayforlife.org/index\" title=\"Relay for Life website\">Relay for Life</a> approaches, there have been many worthy fundraisers organized by the Relay for Life teams.<br><br>Team Squash, a Relay for Life Team composed of staff and administrators, has been hosting a variety of fundraisers. Earlier in September, Team Squash held a Halloween/Pet Sale. They had a table in the pit with homemade dog treats and pet costumes as an effort to raise money for their Relay for Life Team. Additionally, they are now auctioning off free exam-soft registration, food, Widener gear and additional prize packages that will be drawn at Relay for Life.<br><br>Team Squash also organized a fundraiser with Sandella’s. Sandella’s, located in the Shoppes at Susquehanna Marketplace, will be donating 20% of all proceeds from 5p.m. to 9 p.m. on October 4th, 2011 to Widener’s Relay for Life.<br><br>The <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationHarrisburg.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a> is currently raffling off a front row parking spot on the Harrisburg campus. The winner will not only receive a parking spot but a personalized sign as well. Tickets are one ticket for one dollar or five tickets for four dollars. Tickets are on sale in the pit and the winner will be announced at Relay for Life.<br><br>The Student Bar Association team hosted a celebrity bartending event on September 30 that raised $250. Another celebrity bartending event will be held this Friday at Molly Brannigan’s from 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.<br><br>A Silent Auction is also being held by the Relay for Life committee. Various donations are being auctioned off such as an \"Orioles basket\" full of tons of Orioles merchandise and a autographed ball by Mark Wieters; \"money tree\" a small Christmas tree with $20 worth of scratch offs; a fly fishing lesson with professor Capowski; and dinner for 8-12 students hosted by the legal methods staff. The winners will be announced later this week.<br><br>Relay for life will take place on the Harrisburg campus on October 15, 2011. If anyone is interested in participating please contact Megan Henry at <a href=\"mailto:mehenry@mail.widener.edu\">mehenry@mail.widener.edu</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(987, 'Delaware State Bar Association to honor Widener Law Dean Linda L. Ammons', '2011-10-07', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"253\" alt=\"ammons235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/ammons235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Widener Law is pleased to announce its dean, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a>, will be honored with the 2011 Christopher W. White Distinguished Access to Justice Service to Children Award. The award is given by the Delaware State Bar Association.<br><br>Ammons is being recognized for her service to Delaware’s children, through her work completing an independent review into the matter of Delaware pediatrician Dr. Earl Bradley, who was convicted of sexually abusing hundreds of his young patients. Ammons conducted the review at the request of Gov. Jack Markell in the spring of 2010. <br><br>The dean devoted countless hours to the project, which took her all over Delaware and even across the country. She conducted nearly 70 interviews in an exhaustive examination of facts and circumstances. The result was a 47-page report, publicly praised for its thoroughness, containing a series of recommendations for how Delaware could avoid similar tragedies in the future. The General Assembly unanimously passed a package of nine bills that encapsulated many of those recommendations. <br><br>The Delaware State Bar Association will formally present the award at a breakfast ceremony in the du Barry Room of the Hotel du Pont on Tuesday, Oct. 25. The breakfast takes place during National Pro Bono Week and it will include a proclamation presented by state Rep. Melanie L. George. Service awards will also be given to Richards, Layton &amp; Finger, P.A. for leadership, Kimberly E. Connolly Lawson, Esq. for achievement and William H. Sudell Jr., Esq. for commitment. <br><br><a title=\"Reed Smith website\" href=\"http://www.reedsmith.com/our_people.cfm?cit_id=1356&amp;widCall1=customWidgets.content_view_1\">Connolly Lawson</a> is a 2000 cum laude graduate of Widener’s Delaware campus. She is a senior associate at Reed Smith in Wilmington, Del. where she serves as a member of the Financial Industry Group, practicing in the area of commercial restructuring and bankruptcy.<br><br>The service awards are given in the name of Christopher W. White, a long-time attorney with the Community Legal Aid Society of Delaware, who died in April 2010 at the age of 48. White was widely know and respected for his advocacy work on behalf of the poor, homeless, disabled, elderly, troubled and down-trodden people of Delaware.<br><br>“When I took on the Bradley assignment, I hoped it would set an example for our law students on how important it is to give back to the communities where you live, work or study. Public service is a hallmark of a Widener education and I was pleased to demonstrate that commitment at such a high level,” Ammons said. “The task had built-in rewards – knowing it was about making Delaware safer for children – but to be recognized with an award given in Christopher White’s memory is truly gratifying.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, '');
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(988, 'Harrisburg Campus Holds Reception in Honor of the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s First Diversity Officer', '2011-10-10', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627715804737%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627715804737%2F&amp;set_id=72157627715804737&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627715804737%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627715804737%2F&amp;set_id=72157627715804737&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Wednesday, October 5th, Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus hosted a reception for Janis Leftridge, the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s first Diversity Officer, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Faculty, alumni, atudents, Widener Law’s Diversity Advisory Board, and the Board of Overseers were all in attendance.<br><br>Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> opened the event by introducing Ms. Leftridge. Francis O\'Rourke, Deputy Executive Director of the Pennyslvania Bar Association, also spoke about Leftridge and why she was elected the first Diversity Officer. <br><br>Leftridge is a Harrisburg resident and will be responsible for overseeing and facilitating the PBA’s efforts to improve diversity within the PBA and Pennsylvania’s legal community in general.<br><br>Leftridge said, “Regardless of what job I had, whether it was written in the job description or not, my goal has been to have women and minorities be given the opportunity to do things they haven’t been able to do in the past.\"', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(989, 'Widener Law Professors Share Their Favorite Law Related Works', '2011-10-10', '<div style=\"float: left; width: 425px; margin: 10px;\">\n<iframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/jWTM3MDIDKY\"></iframe><br><br><div style=\"float: left; width: 425px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627864042296%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627864042296%2F&amp;set_id=72157627864042296&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627864042296%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627864042296%2F&amp;set_id=72157627864042296&amp;jump_to=\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n</div>\n“Abraham Lincoln ‘read’ the law. With no accredited law school to attend, he studied texts and apprenticed himself as a means to becoming a lawyer, and in fact a great lawyer,” writes Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/EpsteinJules.aspx\">Jules Epstein</a> at the beginning of the short piece he put together in which he and several of his fellow professors share their favorite law-related books.<br><br>After reading <a href=\"http://www.abajournal.com/magazine/article/30_lawyers_pick_30_books_every_lawyer_should_read/\" title=\"“30 Lawyers Pick 30 Books Every Lawyer Should Read”\">“30 Lawyers Pick 30 Books Every Lawyer Should Read”</a> in the Summer 2011 issue of ABA Magazine, Epstein was inspired to approach his colleagues about putting together their own list that focused more specifically on law-focused books. After gathering book recommendations, Epstein put together “Reading the Law.”<br><br>Mary Alice Peeling and Rebecca Winkoswki have set up a special display in the library of the books recommended in the article. The display is located in the three display cases across from the reference desk, near the computer hexes.\n<br><br>Hear some of Professor Epstein’s thoughts about the project in the accompanying video, or download and read the <a href=\"%7E/media/Files/facultycvsdocs/de/epstein/ReadingtheLaw92711.ashx\">complete version of “Reading the Law\" as a pdf</a>.<br><br><br>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(990, 'Relay for Life Fundraiser Sees Professors Lend Time as Celebrity Bartenders', '2011-10-11', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627745924957%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627745924957%2F&amp;set_id=72157627745924957&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627745924957%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627745924957%2F&amp;set_id=72157627745924957&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nIn order to raise additional funds for the upcoming Relay for Life event scheduled for Saturday, October 15th, students and faculty on the Harrisburg campus held a second celebrity bartending event on Friday, October 7th at Molly Brannigans from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tips from the evening benefited the Relay for Life event.<br><br>Professors <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/AnthonDionneE.aspx\">Dionne Anthon</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MoringielloJulietM.aspx\">Juliet Moringiello</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/EvansTonyaM.aspx\">Tonya Evans</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/LearJenniferM.aspx\">Jennifer Lear</a>, and Associate Dean for Faculty Research and Development <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/BarrosDBenjamin.aspx\">Ben Barros</a> joined students Peter Aziz, Adam Rarich, and Kristin Potter to serve as bartenders. Over $300 was collected at the event and 100% of the profits will go to Widener’s Relay for Life.<br><br>Megan Henry, who is the Chair of the Relay for Life committee, said, “The celebrity bartending event was a huge success. Everyone had so much fun.” <br><br>The first celebrity bartending event, which also benefited Widener’s Relay for Life, was held on September 23rd and raised $250. Participating bartenders included <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/RobinetteChristopherJ.aspx\">Chris Robinette</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/CapowskiJohnJ.aspx\">John Capowski</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/DiminoMichaelR.aspx\">Michael Dimino</a>, and Dean of Students <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/SealingKeithE.aspx\">Keith Sealing</a> along with students Adam Gibbons, Kristin Potter, Sam Shusterhoff, Janaki Theircakmuran, and Timonthy Condus.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(991, 'Widener Law Community Invited to Special Program with Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer', '2011-10-11', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"293\" alt=\"StephenBreyer235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/StephenBreyer235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">On <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Thursday, October 13th</span>, Stephen G. Breyer, Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court will deliver a talk titled “Making Our Democracy Work: A Judge’s View” at the Crystal Tea Room in the Wanamaker Building in Philadelphia. The World Affairs Council of Philadelphia is sponsoring the event.<br><br>The Wanamaker Building is located at 100 Penn Square East in Philadelphia. Registration for the program begins at <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">11:30 a.m.</span> and the program begins at <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">12:00 p.m.</span> A luncheon will follow.<br><br>In his remarks, Justice Breyer will discuss how the Supreme Court can promote workable government without compromising constitutional principles. He will also examine what the Court can do moving forward to help make democracy work and maintain the public\'s confidence.<br><br>As a Cooperating Organization, members of the Widener Law Community enjoy a special rate of <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">$95 to attend the program and the luncheon and receive a signed book</span> or may just attend the <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">program for $25</span>. A limited number of full-time students with valid identification will have the opportunity to register for <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">just the program for only $10</span>.<br><br>Reservations are required. Those interested should visit <a title=\"wacphila.org\" href=\"http://www.wacphila.org\">wacphila.org</a> or call 215-561-4700.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(992, 'Candidates for the Pennsylvania appellate bench will appear on Harrisburg campus', '2011-10-12', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"200\" alt=\"PAStateSupCourtDebate2011Promo\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/PAStateSupCourtDebate2011Promo.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">The Harrisburg campus will host the only statewide forum between the two candidates vying for a seat on the Pennsylvania Superior Court. <br><br>The event, presented by the law school in cooperation with Capitolwire, will provide an opportunity for Democrat David W. Wecht and Republican Vic Stabile to answer questions in anticipation of the Nov. 8 election. Capitolwire is a prominent online subscription-based news service that covers political and legal news in the Commonwealth.<br><br>The forum will take place Friday, Oct. 14 at 4 p.m. in room A180 of the administration building. The candidates will take questions from Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/GedidJohnL.aspx\">John L. Gedid</a>, director of Widener’s <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute.aspx\">Law &amp; Government Institute</a>, and reporter Peter DeCoursey, bureau chief of Capitolwire.<br><br>The event is open to the public and students are especially encouraged to attend. <br><br>Wecht is currently an Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas judge. Stabile is a private practitioner specializing in complex commercial and business litigation.<br><br>The discussion will also be recorded and broadcast by Pennsylvania Cable Network.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(993, 'Harrisburg Alum Speaks to Students About Realities of Private Practice', '2011-10-13', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627760930373%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627760930373%2F&amp;set_id=72157627760930373&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627760930373%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627760930373%2F&amp;set_id=72157627760930373&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWidener Law alum Christopher E. Fisher ‘05 met with Harrisburg students on Wednesday, October 12th to discuss the benefits and drawbacks of working in private practice. <br><br>He said that one benefit of working in private practice is that the work schedule is very flexible, adding, “Something I enjoy about private practice is that you never get into a routine. It is not a Monday through Friday nine to five job. As long as you get done what you need to get done, you don’t have scheduled hours.”<br><br>Fisher explained that the flexible hours and independence allow him to spend more time at home with his family, but because the hours are loose, sometimes he works more than 40 hours weeks. “Sometimes things come up and you know you are not going to be home for dinner that night,” he added.<br><br>One major aspect of private practice that is different than working for the government is the billable hours. Fisher advised students to not be fooled; billable hours are not goals, but rather requirements. <br><br>He also pointed out that private practice is different than working for the state because you have to bring in your own clients. Like many private firms, he is allotted a marketing budget and is expected to use that money to network via playing golf, attending dinners, and the like.<br><br>Fisher said, “Sometimes it seems crazy that after all the work you have to do, you are expected to go out afterwards and hang out.” <br><br>Fisher is an attorney for Tucker Arensberg PC in the firm’s litigation department and is a member of the worker’s compensation group. Most recently, he is representing the city of Harrisburg in its bankruptcy.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(994, 'Latin American Law Student Association Panel Discussion Looks at DREAM Act Legislation', '2011-10-13', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 425px;\">\n<iframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/X3WStwR780o\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"></iframe>\n<br><br><div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627891883340%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627891883340%2F&amp;set_id=72157627891883340&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627891883340%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627891883340%2F&amp;set_id=72157627891883340&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n</div>\nOn Wednesday, October 12th, an audience of students, faculty, staff, and the public witnessed a thought provoking consideration of the DREAM Act that touched on a number of arguments both in favor of and against passage of the act.<br><br>Put together by the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/LatinAmericanLawStudentsAssociation.aspx\">Latin American Law Student Association (LALSA)</a>, “The Dream Act: Its Prospect and Implications” took place in the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom on the Delaware campus. FAIR (<a href=\"http://www.fairus.org/site/PageServer\" title=\"Federation for American Immigration Reform\">Federation for American Immigration Reform</a>) Research Director Eric Ruark and immigration attorneys David Bennion and Peter Gonzales joined Cesar Marroquin – an undocumented college student whose parents brought him to the United States from Peru when he was 9 years old – on the panel. Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/DalyErin.aspx\">Erin Daly</a> served as moderator for the evening.<br><br>The program opened with an introduction and a short history of the proposed DREAM Act legislation from LALSA President Claudia Bustamante.<br><br>First introduced in the Senate on August 1, 2001, the DREAM ACT – The Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors – would provide conditional permanent U.S. residency to certain undocumented young people who arrived in the U.S. as minors, have demonstrated good moral character, graduated from a U.S. high school, and have lived in the country continuously for at least five years prior to the bill\'s enactment. The most recent version of the potential legislation was reintroduced on May 11, 2011.<br><br>Each panelist had an opportunity for a short presentation followed by a short period for questions from the audience, and then the entire panel engaged in a lengthy question and answer session with the audience.<br><br>David Bennion, Esq. spoke first, and his presentation included a short video featuring young people involved in the undocumented youth movement. He compared the undocumented youth movement to the civil rights movement of the 1960s, and spoke briefly during the question and answer segment about how people could get involved as legal advocates.<br><br>Peter Gonzales spoke about his work as an immigration attorney, saying, “It can be a very rewarding practice when you help people achieve what they were looking for,” but added, “Most of the immigration system doesn’t really make sense. It’s very frustrating.”<br><br>FAIR Research Director Eric Ruark spoke next, focusing on the broader context of immigration reform and the political aspects of the DREAM Act. He noted that he opposed the DREAM Act and did not think it could pass in the current political environment, but described political attempts to dodge the issue as “ a shame,” adding, “I understand that it’s important to a lot of people.”<br><br>Ruark argued that the DREAM Act needed to be looked at in the context of comprehensive immigration reform and sustainability. He also stressed the “Need to move beyond personal stories,” concluding, “We need to ask ourselves what is in the best interest of the United States.”<br><br>Speaking last, Cesar Marroquin shared his personal story. He spoke of his desire to become a Navy SEAL, but relayed that he could not enter the Navy because he lacked a Social Security Number. While he was accepted to both Penn State and Drexel, Cesar relied on bad advice and believed that his status would prevent him from going to college. Now a student at Montgomery County Community College, he is an active participant in the undocumented youth movement DreamActivist Pennsylvania.<br><br>Cesar also spoke briefly about his parents, who came to the United States on work visas that have since expired, saying, “I don’t blame my parents for bringing me to the United States. If I had kids of my own, I would have done the same thing.”<br><br>He concluded by saying, “I’m an American like every one of you, and I deserve an opportunity to live a better life and join the military.”<br><br>The lively question and answer session touched on a number of topics ranging from what a version of the DREAM Act that could pass might look like to how to balance allowing productive immigrants into the country while keeping the drug cartels and other criminals out.<br><br>The event concluded with LALSA Vice President Dominique Diazgranados thanking the speakers, who were each presented with appreciation awards for their participation.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(995, 'Law and Government Institute Hosts Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Vice President', '2011-10-14', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"259\" alt=\"Rentezelas235px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/Rentezelas235px.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">On Monday, October 17th at 4:45 p.m. in Room L204, the Widener <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute.aspx\">Law &amp; Government Institute</a> will host “Careers, Pizza, and the Federal Reserve.” Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Vice President and General Counsel Jeanne R. Rentezelas will speak to students on the Harrisburg campus about the world of financial regulation and job opportunities for attorneys in the field.<br><br>\"Jeanne Rentezelas will talk about her career in an area of the law that students may not have yet considered for practice – financial regulation,” says Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/FamilyJillE.aspx\">Jill E. Family</a>, adding, “Not only is this area of the law a hot topic in the news, but Jeanne will also share career planning advice with students interested in practicing in this area.\"<br><br>Jeanne R. Rentezelas was appointed as Vice President and General Counsel for the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia in June of 2010. Previously, she served as counsel at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) in Washington, D.C. Prior to joining the FDIC, Rentezelas practiced with Stradley Ronon Stevens &amp; Young, LLP, in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, where she advised financial institutions on financial regulatory matters. A graduate of Cornell University, she earned her J.D. from Rutgers University School of Law.<br><br>Free pizza will be served at the event, and interested students are encouraged to attend.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(996, 'Policy in the Pit Discussion Examines Constitutionality of the Individual Healthcare Mandate', '2011-10-16', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627923120562%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627923120562%2F&amp;set_id=72157627923120562&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627923120562%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627923120562%2F&amp;set_id=72157627923120562&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nAssociate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/DiminoMichaelR.aspx\">Michael R. Dimino</a> led a Policy in the Pit discussion on Thursday, October 13th, that cosnidered whether the individual mandate of the 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is constitutional or not. Well over fifty students and faculty attended the hour-long discussion.<br><br>Professor Dimino explained to students that the controversial part of the act requires individuals to obtain health insurance coverage. If an individual chooses not to obtain coverage, they must pay a penalty in their income taxes based in part on what the cost of health insurance is and on their income.<br><br>He explained that the point of the mandate was to bring down premiums for people with pre-existing conditions and the like. Under the act, a healthy 25 year-old physically fit nonsmoker is mandated to have health care in order to subsidize “the old fat smoker that needs the money.”<br><br>The issue is now before the Supreme Court because people have challenged the individual mandate as beyond the scope of congressional power. A constitutional law professor, Dimino gave a thorough background on relevant precedential cases.<br><br>“If we allow the young healthy people to opt out, that will undermine national regulation,” stated Professor Dimino. <br><br>Dimino predicted that the Court will sustain the act by an eight to one vote with Justice Thomas as the lone dissenter. Some students were skeptical of Domino’s analysis and questioned whether the court will focus on ideology or whether Justice Thomas may recuse himself as his wife is connected with organizations that clearly oppose the Act.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(997, 'First Pizza with the Professors Event to Preview the New Supreme Court Term', '2011-10-17', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"206\" class=\"FloatRight\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/PizzaPRofessorsPRomo235v2.jpg\" alt=\"PizzaPRofessorsPRomo235\">On Thursday, October 20th at 12:00 p.m., several professors will preview the 2011-12 Supreme Court Term for interested students in the student lounge just off Main Street in the Main Law Building.<br><br>The event is the first in the “Pizza with the Professors” series in which Professors will discuss current legal topics with students. Free pizza and beverages will be provided, and students are encouraged to attend.<br><br>The speakers for Ocotber 20th and their topics are as follows:<br><br><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/FriedmanStephenE.aspx\">Stephen Friedman</a>: In <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">CompuCredit Corp. v. Greenwood</span> the Supreme Court is called on to find the balance between Congress\'s desire to protect consumers from credit repair scams and Congress\'s strong policy in favor of resolving disputes through arbitration.  <br><br><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/GarfieldAlanE.aspx\">Alan Garfield:</a> <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">FCC v. Fox Television Stations</span>: At issue is television indecency and whether or not the government\'s current TV indecency enforcement policies regarding profanity and sexual content violate the free speech and due process rights of broadcasters.<br><br><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/EpsteinJules.aspx\">Jules Epstein:</a> <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Perry v. New Hampshire</span>: The Court will look at governing law on when eyewitness identification testimony may be suppressed as unreliable, the first re-examination of this issue in 30-plus years.<br><br><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/SmithVerneR.aspx\">Verne Smith:</a> <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">National Meat Association v. Harris</span> will examine the question of whether the Federal Meat Inspection Act trumps a California law that mandates euthanasia of animals who are too sick or infirm to walk into a slaughterhouse to be killed for human consumption.<br><br><a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/SosnovLeonardN.aspx\">Leonard Sosnov:</a> <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">US v Jones</span>. The issue is whether the prolonged use of a Gps tracking device is a search requiring a warrant. The government secretly attached it to the car. Also, Florence v  County of Burlington: The issue is whether without any reasonable suspicion a jail can do a strip search of every arrestee, including those arrested for the most minor of offenses.<br><br>The next event in the series will be held on Thursday, November 3rd. Visiting Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/SteinglassStevenH.aspx\">Steven Steinglass</a> will speak about section 1983 [federal civil rights] litigation, with the focus being what every law student should know about civil rights litigation<br><br>The final “Pizza with the Professors” event of the semester will take place on Monday, November 14th and will feature Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/HodasDavidR.aspx\">David Hodas</a> speaking about environmental regulations.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(998, 'Harrisburg Campus Hosts Debate Between Pennsylvania Superior Court Candidates', '2011-10-18', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627799091145%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627799091145%2F&amp;set_id=72157627799091145&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627799091145%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627799091145%2F&amp;set_id=72157627799091145&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWidener Law’s Harrisburg campus held a statewide forum on Friday, October 14th between the two candidates for Pennsylvania Superior Court, Judge David Wecht of Allegheny County, the Democratic candidate, and Republican attorney Vic Stabile of Cumberland County.<br><br>During hour-long forum, each candidate answered questions posed by Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/GedidJohnL.aspx\">John L. Gedid</a> and Capitolwire reporter Peter DeCoursey.  Harrisburg Campus Vice Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn L. Meadows</a> offered a welcome and introduction, calling the forum a service to the public to help voters learn about the candidates for the Superior Court. Student Matthew Dorry served as timekeeper for the event.<br><br>Professor Gedid first asked the candidates to enumerate the qualities that distinguish the best judges and then talk about what moments in their careers demonstrate that they have those qualities. Mr. Stabile explained that the most important quality is humility, saying, “A judge needs to understand that when someone is standing in front of you – that may be the most important case of their life.”<br><br>Judge Wecht indicated that while humility was important, other qualities such as fairness, integrity, balance, patience, and a deep, abiding love for the law were just as important. <br><br>Mr. DeCoursey asked the candidates to tell him about a case that people would say, “That’s why I voted for you.” Judge Wecht shared an experience he had in family court where a child was separated from her mother because of substance abuse. The mother had a mixed record and the child had been taken away and placed in foster care. During the case, the mother had made substantial progress so he had decided not to terminate her parental rights. He heard from her a little while after the case and was told things were going well. Because he did not terminate her parental rights, the child was able to grow up with her mother.<br><br>Mr. Stabile shared a pro bono case he had taken. He explained that a man who died for his country while serving in the Air Force would have received a bonus had he not passed away. Unfortunately, they would not release the bonus money to his widow. Mr. Stabile took the case and did not give up until a law was actually passed which allowed the women to receive the bonus. He explained that he is willing to go to great lengths to help people.<br><br>The candidates were also asked questions about the role of a judge in interpreting legislation and what would they like to see be done by the Superior Court. Following the questions from the moderators, the candidates had the opportunity to pose questions to each other. The only question that Judge Wecht asked his opponent was whether he was a Steelers fan or an Eagles fan. Mr. Stabile answered that he was a Steelers fan, but he joked that he knew he would lose half the state with that answer.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(999, 'Professor Tonya Evans to Serve as Faculty for the PBA’s Annual Women in the Profession Retreat', '2011-10-19', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"283\" alt=\"EvansBLSA235px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/EvansBLSA235px.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Assistant Professor of Law <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/EvansTonyaM.aspx\">Tonya M. Evans</a> will participate in the Pennsylvania Bar Association Commission on Women 2011 Fall Retreat to be held at the Hotel Hershey in Hershey, Pennsylvania on Friday October 21st and Saturday, October 22nd.<br><br>On Friday evening, the event will feature networking opportunities and a keynote address by Helen Richardson, Counsel to Canon U.S.A., Inc. titled “The Seven Words You (Supposedly) Can’t (But Need To) Say in the Law.” A CLE on “Improvisation for Lawyers” rounds out the Friday schedule.<br><br>From 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, Professor Evans will join two other panelists to teach the CLE “Let’s Talk: Optimizing Verbal Communications.”<br><br>For more information, <a href=\"http://www.pabar.org/public/committees/womenprf/meetings/fallretreat2011.pdf\" title=\"pdf brochure on the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s website\">view the pdf brochure on the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s website</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1000, 'Harrisburg Relay for Life Raises Money for American Cancer Society', '2011-10-20', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627939485282%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627939485282%2F&amp;set_id=72157627939485282&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627939485282%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627939485282%2F&amp;set_id=72157627939485282&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nThe Harrisburg campus raised $19,211.88 for the American Cancer Society at the third annual <a href=\"http://www.relayforlife.org/index\" title=\"Relay for Life website\">Relay for Life</a> event on Saturday, October 15th. The total once again surpassed the previous year’s efforts.<br><br>The day kicked off around 9 a.m. with an opening speech by third year student and Relay for Life coordinator Megan Henry. Bagel Lovers Café provided breakfast, and there were games, raffles, and a dunk tank throughout the morning. Generous sponsors also provided lunch, with Christopher’s donating pizza, Sandella’s donating wraps, and Kaplan donating soda and sandwiches.<br><br>Afternoon events included an egg toss, a pickup soccer game, trivia games, and a corn hole tournament. The Olive Garden donated dinner. The entire day also featured a DJ playing music as well.<br><br>The traditional luminaria ceremony took place at 8 p.m. John Segneri from the Voices of Hope Organization and Assistant Professor of Legal Methods <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/AnthonDionneE.aspx\">Dionne Anthon</a> spoke at the event about their experiences with cancer and what the American Cancer Society does to not only help those in treatment but their families as well. <br><br>The top fundraising teams were: 1) Faculty Team, 2) SBA team, 3) Team awesome, and 4) PYA starts. The top individual fundraisers were: 1) Professor Anthon, 2) Megan Henry, 3) Kristin Potter, 4) Brooke Anderson, and 5) Peter Aziz.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1001, 'Professional Development Day to Offer Students Valuable Insight into the Legal Profession', '2011-10-21', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"190\" alt=\"ProfessDevelopmentDayPromo235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/ProfessDevelopmentDayPromo235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">On Wednesday, October 26th, both the Delaware and Harrisburg campuses will hold Professional Development Day.<br><br>No class will be held, but students are required to attend the day’s program, which will feature a variety of special presentations on topics ranging from ethics and professional behavior to the bar exam. Students will also hear about topics such as best practices for using social media and how to maintain a positive personal reputation. The program, which began as Professionalism Day in 2007, is now in its fifth year.<br><br>Students on the Harrisburg campus should make sure to look over the <a href=\"/Gateway/CurrentStudents/HarrisburgStudents/AcademicResources/ProfessionalismDay.aspx\">Professional Development Day page</a>, and make sure that they are properly registered for their selected sessions.<br><br>\nOn the Delaware campus, students will attend assigned sessions as follows:\n<ul>\n<li>Second and Third Year Day Students – 9:00 a.m. to noon.</li>\n<li>First Year Day Students – 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.</li>\n<li>All Evening Division Students – 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.</li>\n</ul>\nStudents who are unable to attend should contact the <a href=\"/Gateway/CurrentStudents/DelawareStudents/AcademicResources/OfficeoftheRegistrar.aspx\">Registrar’s office</a> immediately to make alternative arrangements.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1002, 'Annual Alumni and Friends Golf Outing held at Rolling Green Golf Club', '2011-10-21', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627945551544%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627945551544%2F&amp;set_id=72157627945551544&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627945551544%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627945551544%2F&amp;set_id=72157627945551544&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWidener University School of Law held the Annual Alumni and Friends Golf Outing on Monday, October 17th at Rolling Green Golf Club located in Springfield, PA.   The sun was shining and the temperature was a perfect 71°.  The day started with registration and lunch, followed by 18 holes of golf, and finally participants enjoyed a post-tournament reception that was sponsored by CT Corporation.   Golf outing proceeds benefited the Widener University School of Law Scholarship Fund which assists law school students who have significant financial need by providing grants that help cover costs associated with their legal education. <br><br>The winning foursome was Frank DePasquale, Jr. ’86, Thomas Kane, Thomas Pitucci, and Anthony Rosati. The foursome that assumed 2nd place was Jeffrey Hoyle ’84, William Fedullo ’76, John Brown ’84, and Gregory Sciolla ’75.  We had two closest to the pin winners and they were Thomas Pitucci on hole #3, and Brian Steiner ’75 on hole #16.<br><br>Widener Law would like to thank the following sponsors for their support:  Richard Budney ’94, Chadd’s Ford Winery, CT Corporation, DeFino Law Associates, Robert R. DeLong ’99, D’Ignazio’s Towne House, Fleisher Forensics, Harry’s Savoy Grill, JustLegal, Inc., Love Court Reporting, Inc., M. Burr Keim Company, Metro Filing Services, Inc., Mulvey Flanagan &amp; Budney PC, Otto’s BMW, Raynes McCarty, Southwark Physical Therapy Inc., and Wilcox Fetzer.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1003, 'Widener Food and Drug Law Association CLE to Look At Drug Advertising Ethics and Enforcement', '2011-10-23', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"190\" alt=\"2011FDACLEPromo235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/2011FDACLEPromo235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">On Tuesday, October 25th, Widener Law’s <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/FDLA.aspx\">Food and Drug Law Association</a> will present its Fall 2011 CLE “Drug Advertising – Ethics and Enforcement” from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom on the Delaware campus.<br><br>Featured speakers for the event include <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbgAdj/TerminiRoseannB.aspx\">Roseann B. Termini</a>, a Widener Law adjunct professor who teaches food and drug law and formerly served as both a senior deputy attorney general and corporate counsel for a pharmaceutical company, and noted Philadelphia food and drug attorney Darshan Kulkarni.<br><br>The CLE offers two ethics credits for Delaware and Pennsylvania. Students are welcome. Beverages will be available, but attendees should bring their own lunch.<br><br>Questions can be directed to Sean Develin at 484-995-6304 or <a href=\"mailto:swdevelin@mail.widener.edu\">swdevelin@mail.widener.edu</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1004, 'First Pizza with the Professors Previews Current U.S. Supreme Court Term', '2011-10-24', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627844010711%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627844010711%2F&amp;set_id=72157627844010711&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=107931\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627844010711%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627844010711%2F&amp;set_id=72157627844010711&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Thursday, October 20th, the first event in the new Pizza with the Professors series –which examined some of the interesting cases before the United States Supreme Court in the current term – took place at lunchtime in the student lounge just off Main Street in the Main Law Building on the Delaware campus.<br><br>Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/EpsteinJules.aspx\">Jules Epstein</a> offered a brief introduction in which he spoke about the origins of the Pizza with the Professors series, and then he introduced the first presenter, Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/GarfieldAlanE.aspx\">Alan E. Garfield</a>. Garfield spoke about <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">FCC v. Fox Television Stations</span>, a case that raises questions about whether or not the government’s current TV indecency enforcement policies regarding profanity and sexual content violate the free speech and due process rights of broadcasters.<br><br>Referencing comedian George Carlin’s famous stand-up comedy routine “Seven Words You Can Never Say on Television”, Garfield articulated the conflict between free speech and Federal Communications Commission regulations and the previous history of U.S. Supreme Court Cases dealing with that conflict, most specifically <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Federal Communications Commission v. Pacifica Foundation</span>.<br><br>Noting that the lack of consistency regarding regulation, he concluded, “If you don’t know what you can say and what you can’t, you’re going to have a chilling effect.”<br><br>Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/FriedmanStephenE.aspx\">Stephen E. Friedman</a> spoke next, addressing <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">CompuCredit Corporation v. Greenwood</span>, a case involving whether or not consumers could waive their right to sue a credit repair agency by agreeing to binding arbitration when they signed the agreement. He noted that Congress has generally strongly advocated arbitration as means to resolve disputes, but also observed that some people claim, “By its nature arbitration is biased against the little guy.”<br><br>Ultimately, the case will look at whether the Credit Repair Organizations Act makes any effort to waive the right to sue void, or whether CompuCredit’s claim that the complainant cannot sue after signing an agreement that contained an arbitration provision.<br><br>Professor Epstein followed with a look at <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Perry v. New Hampshire</span>. He noted that the case raises questions about when eyewitness identification testimony may be suppressed as unreliable. The case marks the first time in over thirty years that the Court might revisit the issue.<br><br>Assistant Dean for Business and Administration <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/SmithVerneR.aspx\">Verne R. Smith</a> looked at <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">National Meat Association v. Harris</span>, and the question of whether or not the Federal Meat Inspection Act trumps a California law that mandates animals too sick or infirm to walk into a slaughterhouse be euthanized.<br><br>Calling the case “a classic animal law” case, he noted that the 9th circuit found no conflict between the federal law and the state law, failing to prove that the California law infringes on the Federal Meat Inspection Act.<br><br>Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/SosnovLeonardN.aspx\">Leonard N. Sosnov</a> spoke last, covering two criminal law cases, <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Florence v. County of Burlington</span> and <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">U.S. v. Jones</span>. <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Florence v. County of Burlington</span> concerns whether or not it is constitutional to subject an individual to invasive strip searches when arrested for minor offenses. <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">U.S. v. Jones</span> concerns whether the prolonged use of a GPS tracking device on an individual’s car should require a warrant.<br><br>The next event in the Pizza with the Professors series will occur on Thursday, November 3rd in the student lounge off Main Street at noon. Visiting Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/SteinglassStevenH.aspx\">Steven H. Steinglass</a> will present “What Every Law Student Should Know About Section 1983 Litigation”. The presentation will examine the most important general-purpose civil remedy for suing state and local defendants for violations of the US Constitution, including violations of the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 8th, and 14th amendments.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1005, 'Harrisburg Campus Federalist Society Hosts Honorable D. Brooks Smith', '2011-10-24', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"265\" alt=\"DBrooksSmith235px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/DBrooksSmith235px.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">The <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherHarrisburgOrganizations/FederalistsSociety.aspx\">Federalist Society</a> on Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus hosted a lecture by the Honorable D. Brooks Smith of the 3rd Circuit on Wednesday, October 19. <br><br>Following a reception at 4:30 p.m., Judge Smith spoke at 5 p.m. Students, faculty, and area attorneys attended the event, which offered one CLE credit.<br><br>Judge Smith spoke on a variety of topics during the lecture, including the current state of inferior judges under Article III of the Constitution. He pointed out that inferior judges are not seeing as many civil cases as they use to, and that they are seeing instead an increase in gun and drug-related cases on the federal docket.<br><br>Judge Smith also pointed out the severe lack of court space and resources that the federal judiciary is facing. He observed that the Harrisburg Federal Courthouse project has been delayed for 20 or so years because of this hardship.<br><br>President George W. Bush nominated D. Brooks Smith to the Third Circuit on September 10, 2001 to fill the seat vacated by Judge Timothy K. Lewis, and he was confirmed on July 31, 2002. Smith previously served as a judge for the Western District of Pennsylvania from 1988 to 2001. He is a graduate of Franklin and Marshall and the Dickinson School of Law.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, '');

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(1022, 'Pizza with the Professors Event Focuses on Section 1983 Civil Rights Litigation', '2011-11-05', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627951112677%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627951112677%2F&amp;set_id=72157627951112677&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627951112677%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627951112677%2F&amp;set_id=72157627951112677&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nAs part of the ongoing Pizza with the Professors series, Visiting Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/SteinglassStevenH.aspx\">Steven H. Steinglass</a> presented “What Every Law Student (and Lawyer) Should Know About §1983 Litigation” in the student lounge off main street in the Main Law Building at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 3rd.<br><br>Attendees received a one-page handout that contained the language of the original Civil Rights Act of 1871, known as the Ku Klux Klan Act as well as the text of 42 U.S.C §1983. Professor Steinglass opened up the discussion by noting that they are 3 things in particular to remember about §1983: that it is a remedy, that “as a remedy, it contains no substantive rights” and it purely a remedial statute, and that it is “also not a jurisdictional statute.”<br><br>Professor Steinglass discussed the history of the statute, including the process of incorporation in the United States Supreme Court. He briefly discussed the 1961 case Monroe v. Pape in which the Court held that  §1983 is a supplemental civil remedy available in suits against local government officials for conduct that violates both state law and the federal constitution even when states have adequate remedies to vindicate such claims.<br><br>Throughout the program, Professor Steinglass took questions from the audience. He also articulated the various ways in which certain terms within the statute have been interpreted, focusing particularly on what the phrase “Every person” indicates. The term does not cover, for instance, those who would not be subject to such laws under common law tradition, like legislators.<br><br>Professor Steinglass closed the program with a few remarks about his personal experiences appearing before the Supreme Court to argue two §1983 cases.<br><br>The final Pizza with the Professors Event for the fall semester will take place on Monday, November 14th and will focus on environmental regulations.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1023, 'Law &amp; Government Institute Sponsors 2nd Patrick J. Murphy Lecture', '2011-11-06', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"244\" class=\"FloatRight\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/PatrickMurphyLectureNews235.jpg\" alt=\"PatrickMurphyLectureNews235\">Widener Law is honored to welcome back to campus former Congressman Patrick J. Murphy for the 2nd Patrick J. Murphy lecture to be held on Thursday, November 10, 2011 from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m in Room A180. A 1999 graduate of the Harrisburg campus, Congressman Murphy represented Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District in Washington, D.C.<br><br>The lecture is presented by the <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute.aspx\">Law &amp; Government Institute</a>, a signature program on the Harrisburg campus, and follows <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2010/hb112310murphylectureafter.aspx\">last year’s inaugural lecture</a> in the series held on November 22nd, 2010.<br><br>Congressman Murphy is an Iraq war veteran, former West Point professor, criminal prosecutor, and proud husband and father. Murphy started his higher education at Bucks County Community College and then went on to King’s College in Wilkes-Barre. While attending King’s College, Murphy entered the U.S. Army and was commissioned as a second lieutenant.<br><br>During his military career, Patrick trained as an airborne and air assault paratrooper, and later served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney in New York, a prosecutor in North Carolina, and an assistant professor of Constitutional Law at West Point. When September 11th happened, Murphy went into his commander’s office and volunteered to deploy. His first deployment was to Bosnia in 2002 and the second was to Baghdad, Iraq from 2003–2004. While in Baghdad, Patrick served as a Captain in the Army’s elite 82nd Airborne Division, and was later awarded the Bronze Star for Service.<br><br>In November 2006, Patrick won his first election and he was sworn in on January 4, 2007, becoming the first Iraq War veteran elected to Congress. Patrick is currently a partner at Fox Rothschild and a candidate for Pennsylvania Attorney General.<br><br>A reception will follow the lecture. <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Please R.S.V.P.</span> to <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">717-541-3955</span> or <a href=\"mailto:rsvphbg@widener.edu\">rsvphbg@widener.edu</a> to guarantee attendance.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1024, 'Harrisburg Campus Set to Host Pre Law Advisor Summit', '2011-11-07', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"200\" class=\"FloatRight\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/PRELAWADVISORNewsPromo235.jpg\" alt=\"PRELAWADVISORNewsPromo235\">On Thursday, November 10th and Friday, November 11th, Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus will host the Widener Pre Law Advisor Summit.<br><br>Despite the growing number of stories in the national media questioning the value of law school, for many students there are a number of personal, financial, and professional reasons to pursue a legal education. Widener’s Pre Law Advisor Summit will present data based on national studies and on the experiences of Widener Law alumni to show how legal careers progress and how compensation grows over time. A panel of alumni working in a wide range of legal and non-legal fields will discuss their personal experiences.<br><br>Featured speakers for the event include former Congressman Patrick J. Murphy, a 1999 graduate of Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus, and Widener Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a>, the first woman and the first African American to lead Widener Law, and one of only seven African American females in the nation serving as dean of a law school. Former Congressman Murphy will speak about his own personal experiences in law school during a dinner event on Thursday following registration at 6:00 p.m. Dean Ammons will serve as the keynote speaker at the luncheon on Friday the 11th from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.<br><br><a href=\"%7E/media/Files/admissions/2011HbgPreLawSummit.ashx\">Download the Widener Pre Law Advisor Summit brochure</a> (pdf)<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Complete Schedule:</span><br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Thursday, November 10th</span><br>6:00 p.m. Registration<br><br>6:30 p.m. Dinner<br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Speaker: Patrick J. Murphy, Law School as Transformation: A Personal Story</span><br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Friday, November 11th</span><br>8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast<br><br>9:00-10:15 a.m. Myth v. Reality: What the Numbers Really Say – A Law School’s Response to Attacks on Legal Education<br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Moderator: <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/BarrosDBenjamin.aspx\">D. Benjamin Barros</a>, Associate Dean for Faculty, Research, and Development</span><br><br>10:30-11:45 am Portraits of Success: Alumni in the Working World<br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Moderator: <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn L. Meadows</a>, Vice Dean</span><br><br>12:00-1:30 p.m. Lunch<br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Speaker: Linda L. Ammons, Dean and Associate Provost, A Dean’s Perspective on the “New Normal” of the Legal Profession</span><br><br>1:45-3:00 p.m. Where Do We Go from Here? A conversation About the Future of Legal Education<br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Moderator: Eric M. Kniskern, Director of Admissions</span><br><br>Registration, meals and one night’s accommodation provided free for one pre law advisor per school. Contact Sandy Graeff at 717-541-3965 or <a href=\"mailto:slgraeff@widener.edu\">slgraeff@widener.edu</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1025, 'Widener Law Well Represented at Pennsylvania Bar Association’s 6th Annual Diversity Summit', '2011-11-08', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627966448103%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627966448103%2F&amp;set_id=72157627966448103&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627966448103%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627966448103%2F&amp;set_id=72157627966448103&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nThe Pennsylvania Bar Association held its 6th Annual Diversity Summit on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at the Hilton Harrisburg Hotel. Widener Law Commonwealth was well represented at the event, which took place from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.<br><br>The theme of this year’s Summit was “Diversity and Inclusion: It’s Everybody’s Business.”  Adjunct Professor Leo Dunn moderated one of the four panels at the summit titled, “Opening Practice: LGBTQ Diversity Hiring Considerations.” <br><br>Third year law student Melanie Drozjock was one of the presenters on the panel.  Drozjock is the two-term President of Widener Harrisburg’s <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherHarrisburgOrganizations/OutLaw.aspx\">OutLaw student organization</a>. <br><br>Drozjock said she was honored to be the only student speaker at the event, adding, “I addressed what I was looking for in a potential employer because I am a member of the GLBT community who is about to graduate and enter into the workforce. Several attorneys approached me to discuss some of the issues raised in my speech. That dialogue was invaluable because it showed me that employers want to become more responsive to the work place issues facing the GLBT community.”<br><br>Additionally, PBA President-elect Thomas G. Wilkinson Jr. thanked <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Dean Ammons</a> and Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus for hosting a reception for Janis M. Leftridge, the PBA’s new Diversity Officer, which was held back <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/hb101011pbadivoffreception.aspx\">on October 5th</a>.  Janis Leftridge also praised the diversity event sponsored by the school.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1026, 'Widener Law Review Symposium Looks at Legal, Ethical, and Medical Issues Raised by Earl Bradley Tragedy', '2011-11-08', '<div style=\"float:left; width: 405px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627953213001%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627953213001%2F&amp;set_id=72157627953213001&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627953213001%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627953213001%2F&amp;set_id=72157627953213001&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Friday, November 4th the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/WidenerLawReview.aspx\">Widener Law Review</a> and Widener Law’s <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/HealthLawInstitute.aspx\">Health Law Institute</a> hosted a symposium titled “Lessons from Tragedy: Legal, Professional, and Ethical Issues Raised by Bradley and Beyond,” in the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom on Widener Law’s Delaware campus.<br><br>Following an introduction from Widener Law Review Editor-in-Chief M. Stewart Ryan, Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> offered a welcome and then introduced Delaware Governor Jack Markell. Markell praised the students on the Widener Law Review, saying of ongoing efforts to prevent similar tragedies, “We have some incredibly important work to do, and I thank the students for taking the lead.”<br><br>In the aftermath of Sussex County, Del. pediatrician Earl Bradley’s arrest in December of 2009, Governor Markell turned to Widener Law Dean Linda L. Ammons for an independent review of the system that failed to protect the children victimized by Bradley. The Governor noted that Dean Ammons immediately came to mind when he thought about whom to approach for the independent review, and in thanking her for her efforts, he said, “Her enthusiasm never waned and her critical eye never wavered from the task.”<br><br>Following the Governor’s remarks, Health Law Institute Director and event organizer <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/CulhaneJohnG.aspx\">John G. Culhane</a> welcomed Dean Ammons back to the podium. The Dean spoke about her investigation and the report that she produced, relating the story of how she received a call from Governor Markell just as she was preparing to speak at the American Association of Law Schools Annual Meeting in New Orleans in January of 2010.<br><br>“One of the greatest challenges for me was not to impede the ongoing criminal investigation by the Attorney General’s Office,” said Dean Ammons of the difficulties she faced in putting her report together before speaking about the process she used, what she found, and what she believed were six “key moment” points of failure at which something could have been done. “I’m pleased to have been able to make this contribution to the people of the state of Delaware,” she concluded before taking a few questions from the audience.<br><br>The remainder of the symposium consisted of three panels and a roundtable discussion. The first panel, covering Health Law and Professional Ethics, featured Dr. Karyl Rattay, the Director of the Delaware Division of Public Health, as well as Professor Culhane, Dr. William G. McNett of Nemours, and noted Philadelphia attorney Gina Maisto Smith. Widener Law Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/EggenJeanMacchiaroli.aspx\">Jean Macchiaroli Eggen</a> moderated the panel.<br><br>The panel on Criminal Law, moderated by Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/EpsteinJules.aspx\">Jules Epstein</a>, featured Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman ’92 as well as University of Oklahoma Professor of Law Stephen Henderson, University of Delaware Assistant Professor Chrysanthi Leon, and the Honorable Albert Cepparulo of the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas.<br><br>A panel on Child Advocacy moderated by Executive Director of Volunteer Legal Services Janine Howard O’Rangers followed lunch. Speakers on the panel included Tania Culley, Esq. from the Office of the Child Advocate; Patricia Dailey Lewis, Esq., Deputy Attorney General and Director of the Family Division for the State of Delaware; C. Malcolm Cochran IV, Esq., of Richards Layton &amp; Finger, P.A.; and Dr. Vicki Kelly, Director, Delaware Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families.<br><br>A Roundtable Discussion on Legislation moderated by Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/PopeThaddeusMason.aspx\">Thaddeus M. Pope</a> rounded out the program. Participants in the discussion included the Director of the Delaware State Licensing Division James Collins; Delaware State Representative Michael Barbieri; Alfred I. DuPont Hospital for Children Medical Director Dr. Stephen Cook; and Delaware State Senator Robert I. Marshall.<br><br>A short reception followed the program.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1027, 'Professor May’s Environmental Law Class Visits Russell Peterson Urban Wildlife Refuge', '2011-11-09', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"163\" alt=\"MayEnviroUrbanClass235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/MayEnviroUrbanClass235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">On Thursday, November 3, 2011, Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MayJamesR.aspx\">James R. May</a>\'s Environmental Law Class took a field trip to the DuPont Environmental Education Center at the Russell Peterson Urban Wildlife Refuge in Wilmington, DE.<br><br>May said, \"It was a beautiful day for a walkabout in the nation\'s first and only urban wildlife refuge, and a fun way to learn about how environmental law shapes the real world.\" <br><br>The students visited the Refuge as a means to learn more about how environmental laws affect urban environments. In particular, they learned about how water quality, species and brownfield development laws and ordinances have helped shape the Refuge. They saw myriad plants and animal wildlife, including birds, raptors and fish. They also walked the length of the Wilmington Riverfront, concluding with coffee, tea and smoothies at the Wilmington Riverfront Market.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1028, 'Harrisburg celebrates alumni accomplishments', '2011-11-10', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627972157819%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627972157819%2F&amp;set_id=72157627972157819&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627972157819%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627972157819%2F&amp;set_id=72157627972157819&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWidener Law celebrated the achievements of three distinguished alumni recently with a reception in the East Wing of the capitol building in Harrisburg.<br><br>Michael F. Consedine, E. Christopher Abruzzo and Annmarie Kaiser are all graduates of the school’s Harrisburg campus and all have jobs within Gov. Tom Corbett’s administration. Corbett joined more than 100 friends, faculty, staff and alumni at the celebration to honor them. Attendees also included his Chief of Staff William F. Ward and General Counsel Stephen Aichele.<br><br>Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> said there is no finer thing professionals can do than use their educations and talents to give back. Looking at the three alumni she said, “We know the state is in good hands.”<br><br>Corbett appointed Consedine, a 1994 graduate, to serve as the insurance commissioner for the Pennsylvania Insurance Department. Throughout his legal career Consedine has concentrated his practice on regulatory and corporate matters involving insurance companies, reinsurers, producers, policyholder and other insurance entities. He is a former partner and vice chair of the insurance practices group within Saul Ewing LLP. In addition to his cabinet position, Consedine sits on a panel that advises the Federal Insurance Office.<br><br>“I thank the school for this recognition,” he said, “But more importantly, I thank the school for its faith in me.”<br><br>Abruzzo, a 1992 graduate, serves as deputy chief of staff to the governor. Before taking the job he served as chief deputy attorney general in the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office, supervising the drug strike force section. He oversaw all drug-related prosecutions conducted by the Attorney General’s Office in Pennsylvania. The work included grand jury and wiretap investigations and he was the office’s principal legal adviser on electronic surveillance and wiretap applications.<br><br>Abruzzo gave nods to Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/DiehmJamesW.aspx\">James Diehm</a> and Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/CozzillioMichaelJ.aspx\">Michael Cozzillio</a> for being positive influences on his career.<br><br>“It’s really humbling for us to share in our success with all of you tonight,” he said.<br><br>Kaiser, a 1993 graduate, serves as secretary of legislative affairs for the governor’s office. Most recently, Kaiser was the acting chief of staff and director of legislative affairs for the Attorney General’s Office. She also served as executive director of the Pennsylvania District Attorney’s Association from 1997 to 2005. <br><br>Kaiser said she runs into Widener Law alumni daily, and she credited Diehm and his criminal law class as important influences.<br><br>“Thank you,” she said to Diehm, who was in the audience, “for everything you did to plant a seed that ended up with a great career.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1029, 'Yellow Ribbon Program Pays Dividends for Both Veterans and the Widener Law Community', '2011-11-11', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"200\" alt=\"YellowRibbonNews235x200b\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/YellowRibbonNews235x200b.jpg\" class=\"FloatLeft\">“I think the <a href=\"/Admissions/OldAdmissionsSite/CostsandFinancialAid/TypesofAid/VeteransEducationBenefits/YellowRibbonProgram.aspx\">Yellow Ribbon Program</a> is a wonderful way to say thank you to our Veterans for the sacrifices they have made,” says Betty Ann Mortenson, who works with participants in the program as part of her duties in the registrar’s office on Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus.<br><br>Established by the Post-911 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008, the Yellow Ribbon Program allows institutions of higher learning in the United States to voluntarily enter into an agreement with the Department of Veterans Affairs to fund tuition and fee expenses that exceed the highest public in-state undergraduate tuition and fee rate in their state. Institutions contribute a specified dollar amount of those expenses, and the VA will match the contribution up to 50% of the difference.<br><br>Widener Law began participation in the program for the 2009-2010 academic year, funding up to five J.D. students on each campus at that time, and the school has continued to participate each year since. Veterans who have participated in the program have had high praise for the Post 9/11 GI Bill in general and the Yellow Ribbon Program in particular.<br><br>Former Marine Corps Captain <a href=\"/Spiffs/YellowRibbon/StephenStarr.aspx\">Stephen A. Starr</a>, a student on Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus who participates in the program, says, “I think the Post 9/11 GI Bill is a great thing because service members sacrifice more than you know for the country and giving back to those service members is always greatly appreciated by them. I particularly like the Yellow Ribbon Program.  It’s an added ‘thank you’ that is also greatly appreciated.”<br><br>Delaware student and Yellow Ribbon Program participant <a href=\"/Spiffs/YellowRibbon/WKennedyComer.aspx\">W. Kennedy Comer</a>, a former sensor operator for the remotely piloted MQ-1 Predator unmanned aerial vehicle with the Air Force, offers general praise of the way that the Post 9/11 GI Bill has streamlined the benefits process, saying, “The Post 9/11 G.I. Bill is outstanding. I used and exhausted the Montgomery G.I. Bill for my undergraduate degree and I had a lot of personal gripes about the process to get the benefits and the benefits themselves. The Post 9/11 G.I. Bill has not only opened up a new pool of funds for me to use for school, but it has also addressed the procedural pains with the Montgomery G.I. Bill.”<br><br>Mortensen is also quick to point out the benefits of the program to the veterans who participate, saying, “The Veterans themselves are very appreciative for the extra help. It gives them the freedom to concentrate on their studies and prepare for their future work. Some have families, which puts even more of a financial burden on them, and the Yellow Ribbon program again helps in this area of stress.”<br><br>The program also brings great benefits to the Widener Law Community, with veterans bringing a different perspective and experiences to the school. “It is an honor to have Veterans attend Widener University School of Law,” says Mortenson, describing them as “an asset to the community” and adding, “I am sure they will always be grateful and so will Widener!”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1030, 'Widener Law presents Delaware Tax Institute program', '2011-11-11', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"200\" class=\"FloatLeft\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/DelTaxInstituteCLEPromo235x200.jpg\" alt=\"DelTaxInstituteCLEPromo235x200\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Update: Due to an unexpected event, the scheduled distinguished speaker, Maya MacGuineas, will not be able to deliver her scheduled talk at 2:20 p.m. Instead, U.S. Senator Thomas R. Carper, the senior senator from Delaware, will speak at 2:20.</span><br><br>The Delaware campus will present the upcoming Delaware Tax Institute program “Windows of Opportunity: Tax Planning in Times of Transition,” on Friday, Nov. 18 in the school’s Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom.<br><br>The daylong program will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the two morning panel discussions will focus on 2011 income tax developments and recent developments in estate planning.<br><br>Maya MacGuineas, president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget and director of the fiscal policy program at the New America Foundation, will serve as the event’s distinguished speaker. She will give her remarks from 2:20 to 3:20 p.m.<br><br>The afternoon will also include breakout discussions on business tax planning, the fiduciary duties of officers and more.<br><br>The program is suitable for accountants, tax professionals, attorneys, educators, and professionals from financial institutions, including banking, insurance and retirement brokerages.<br><br>The program has been approved for seven continuing legal education credits in Delaware and Pennsylvania, including one ethics credit. Accountants who attend will also be eligible for continuing professional education, or CPE, credits.<br><br>The registration fee is $195 for those who attend for continuing education credits, and $150 for Widener Law alumni. The fee includes lunch. The program is free for students and members of the public who do not seek continuing education credits, although without lunch and conference materials.<br><br>To register, contact Constance Sweeney at 302.477.2177 or <a href=\"mailto:cmsweeney@widener.edu\">cmsweeney@widener.edu</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1031, 'Pair of Harrisburg Students Receive Scholarships from Keystone Bar Association', '2011-11-12', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628126800152%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628126800152%2F&amp;set_id=72157628126800152&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628126800152%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628126800152%2F&amp;set_id=72157628126800152&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nTwo Widener Harrisburg students were awarded scholarships at the Twelfth Annual Dauphin County Bar Association and Keystone Bar Association Joint Dinner Meeting on Tuesday, November 1. The event took place at 5:30 p.m. at the Hilton in Harrisburg. <br><br>Second-year student Rachel Hadrick was awarded the Judge Nix scholarship.  The Nix scholarship was open to all first and second year law students who are African American, Hispanic or Native American. The recipient was chosen based on several factors including academic achievement, financial need, and potential for making a contribution to the society and legal profession. Hadrick was awarded $1,000 as a recipient of the Judge Nix Scholarship.<br><br>Student Shawna Harrell was awarded the Marshall Fellowship that was open to third year law students who have a job in Dauphin County and are of African American, Hispanic or Native American descent. This recipient was selected based on their potential for making a contribution to society and the legal profession through either current or anticipated legal efforts. Harrell was also awarded $1,000. <br><br>Faculty members <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/BarrosDBenjamin.aspx\">Ben Barros</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/WilliamsStarla.aspx\">Starla Williams</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/NelsonKatharineF.aspx\">Katharine Nelson</a>, and <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/KearneyMaryKate.aspx\">Mary Kate Kearney</a> attended the event, and Pennsylvania Bar Association Diversity Officer Janis M. Leftridge, Esq., served as the keynote speaker at the joint dinner meeting.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1032, 'Students in Civil Rights Litigation Class Hear U.S. Supreme Court Oral Arguments', '2011-11-13', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627919052625%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627919052625%2F&amp;set_id=72157627919052625&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627919052625%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627919052625%2F&amp;set_id=72157627919052625&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn November 1st, Visiting Distinguished Professor of Law <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/SteinglassStevenH.aspx\">Steven H. Steinglass</a> took the students in his Civil Rights Litigation course to Washington to observe two arguments before the Supreme Court of the United States. <br><br>The course in Civil Rights Litigation (also known as §1983 litigation) focuses on litigation against state and local governmental officials and entities for violations of federal constitutional rights. The two cases being argued were important cases that the class had been studying, and it was a happy coincidence that oral arguments in both cases were scheduled for the same morning. <br><br>Both oral arguments involved highly skilled appellate lawyers and a very \"hot\" bench. The questions were rapid-fire, and the students found the experience very interesting and educational. Student Jonathan Odwyer remarked that he was surprised that the arguments were not as “Absolutely formal as I expected,” and that the Justices actually made some jokes.<br><br>After the arguments, the students and Professor Steinglass met privately with Chris Vasil, a Deputy Clerk of the Supreme Court, to discuss the operation of the Court. <br><br>The first case, <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Rehberg v. Paulk</span>, involves whether the chief investigator for a local prosecutor in Georgia had absolute immunity for his allegedly false grand jury testimony. Witnesses in trials have absolute immunity from civil suit for their testimony, but this case addresses whether there should be an exception to the absolute immunity rule for grand jury testimony by \"complaining witnesses.\" The suit had been brought by a putative whistle-blower who was indicted three times but whose prosecutions were dropped in each case. <br><br>The second case, <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Minneci v. Pollard</span>, involves whether an employee of a private company that contracts with the federal government to provide prison services may be sued for allegedly violating the 8th amendment right of a federal prisoner to be free from cruel and unusual punishment (in this case the deliberate indifference to the prisoner\'s serious medical needs). Had an employee of the federal Bureau of Prisons committed the alleged violation, a federal damage action would have been available. There is no express federal statute authorizing the action being brought, so the Court will have to decided whether to extend its implied right of action approach to suits against this \"private\" defendant.<br><br>Visit <a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/user/widenerlawvideo#p/u/2/Y8HTKY0NT2w\" title=\"Widener Law\'s Youtube channel\">Widener Law’s Youtube channel to hear</a> from some of the students about their experience.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1033, 'Widener Law offers regulatory compliance “boot camp”', '2011-11-13', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"200\" alt=\"2011RegulatoryCompliance235wide\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/2011RegulatoryCompliance235wide.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Widener University School of Law will offer a one-day, intensive program designed to educate professionals on health care regulations and corporate compliance issues.<br><br>The event Thursday, Nov. 17 will be held in the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom in the Main Law Building at 4601 Concord Pike, Wilmington, Del. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the day will conclude at 3:30 p.m.<br><br>The program will survey core corporate and health care regulatory issues including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act or HIPAA, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the Stark and Anti-Kickback Acts, the Sherman Antitrust Act, nonprofit tax codes and other matters.<br><br>Speakers will also address corporate ethics and compliance program organization and implementation. The program is intended for current and prospective compliance officers and risk managers, attorneys, current students and those preparing to take exams administered by the Compliance Certification Board.<br><br>Widener Law is a leader in regulatory compliance education. The school recently <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/de090711corporatecomplianceaward.aspx\">received the 7th-Annual International Compliance Award for compliance and ethics educatio</a>n, given by the Society of Corporate Compliance &amp; Ethics. The society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the role of compliance professionals, and advancing corporate governance, compliance and ethics on a global scale. Widener’s <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/InstituteofDelawareCorporateandBusinessLaw.aspx\">Institute of Delaware Corporate and Business Law</a> offers the only master’s-level corporate program in the United States accredited with the society, which is an affiliate of the Health Care Compliance Association.<br><br>Additionally, Widener offers a compliance program through its master of jurisprudence in health law. Widener is one of only two law schools in the nation whose program is accredited by the Corporate Compliance Board, which is also an affiliate of the Health Care Compliance Association.<br><br>Delaware and Pennsylvania attorneys who attend this program will be eligible for five continuing legal education credits, including one ethics credit. The registration fee for those who attend for credit is $195 or $150 for Widener Law alumni. It is free for students.<br><br>To register, contact Karla Harris at <a href=\"mailto:kmharris@widener.edu\">kmharris@widener.edu</a> or 302.477.2704.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1034, 'Patrick J. Murphy Urges Students to Embrace the Duty to Make a Difference', '2011-11-14', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628098968044%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628098968044%2F&amp;set_id=72157628098968044&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628098968044%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628098968044%2F&amp;set_id=72157628098968044&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Thursday, November 10th, former Congressman Patrick J. Murphy ‘99 delivered the 2nd Patrick J. Murphy lecture on Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus. The school’s <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute.aspx\">Law and Government Institute</a> hosted the event, which followed last year’s inaugural event in the series.<br><br>Citing his own experiences at Widener Law, Murphy started off by telling the students that they should be proud to be here at Widener, saying, “My heartfelt belief is that the Widener family is a great place to be.” <br><br>Congressman Murphy went on to discuss his past as an Iraq war veteran, former West Point professor, former criminal prosecutor, and as a Congressman representing Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District in Washington, D.C. <br><br>Murphy was a professor at West Point when 9/11 happened. He was committed to teaching but requested deployment. His first deployment was to Bosnia in 2002 and the second was to Baghdad, Iraq from 2003–2004. <br><br>Murphy shared stories from his deployment in Iraq such as when he stopped an ambulance with 200 pounds of mortars in it. While in Baghdad, Murphy served as a Captain in the Army’s elite 82nd Airborne Division, and was later awarded the Bronze Star for Service.<br><br>When Murphy ran for Congress, he told the students he only had $300 in the bank. Yet he won his first election in November 2006, becoming the first Iraq War veteran elected to Congress.<br><br>One of his first co-sponsored bills was the Iraq De-Escalation Act of 2007, which passed the House and Senate but was vetoed by then President George W. Bush. Murphy also talked about his efforts to repeal the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy, noting that he saw many good soldiers thrown out just because they were gay.<br><br>“If you see a moral injustice, you need to do something about it,” he said, adding, “When you stand up for justice, its makes a difference in people’s lives.”<br><br>Murphy shared that he received death threats during his support for the repeal of the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy, but he also received an email from a gay soldier who was depressed. The soldier received a “Dear John letter” but had no comfort from his peers because he was gay. The soldier admitted to wanting to kill himself but told Murphy he would keep going because of Murphy’s fight for the repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell. <br><br>Leaving the students in the audience with one final piece of inspiration, he said, “When you have that opportunity, you have the duty to make a difference.”<br><br>Patrick J. Murphy is currently a partner at Fox Rothschild LLP and a candidate for Pennsylvania Attorney General.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1035, 'Game Show Inspired Event Helps Students Review Legal Concepts in Advance of Exams', '2011-11-14', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 425px;\">\n<iframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/WJhiYukcKRo\"></iframe><br><br>\n</div>\n<div style=\"float: right; width: 425px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628135667142%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628135667142%2F&amp;set_id=72157628135667142&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628135667142%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628135667142%2F&amp;set_id=72157628135667142&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n<br> <br> <br> \n</div>\n\nThe Delaware campus chapter of <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/PhiAlphaDelta.aspx\">Phi Alpha Delta</a> hosted “Are You Smarter Than a Law Professor?” on the evening of Thursday, November 10th, offering a fun way for students to review essential legal concepts ahead of exams.<br><br>The event, patterned after the game show Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? pitted Phi Alpha Delta president Clint Orem and another student against each other in a format that mimicked the show’s structure. Professors <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/ReganPaulL.aspx\">Paul Regan</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/EpsteinJules.aspx\">Jules Epstein</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/JohnsonLeslieA.aspx\">Leslie Johnson</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/TurezynKathleenMarie.aspx\">Kathleen Turezyn</a>, and <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/SmithAndre.aspx\">Andre Smith</a> served in the role of assisting “classmate” that the 5th graders on the show occupy.<br><br>The accompanying video shows the introductions for the participating professors.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1036, 'Final Fall Pizza with the Professors Looks at Environmental Regulations', '2011-11-16', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 425px; height: 320px;\">\n<iframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/2-l89oXGU84\"></iframe>\n</div>\nOn Monday, November 14th, the Pizza with the Professors luncheon series on the Delaware campus concluded for the fall semester with a look at environmental regulations.<br><br>Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/KristlKennethT.aspx\">Ken Kristl</a> introduced the topic by noting that for those opposed to environmental regulations by the government, “The argument in large part is that regulation costs jobs.”<br><br>Kristl then turned the floor over to Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/HodasDavidR.aspx\">David R. Hodas</a>, who said, “This argument that environmental regulation costs jobs is not new,” before delving into some of the reasons that he believed that idea to be largely urban myth.<br><br>Professor Hodas cited several examples in which companies indicated that they would be unlikely to be able to comply with regulations and would have to shut down operations only to then find solutions that not only allowed them to comply with the regulations, but also to increase their efficiency. Those increased efficiencies led to economic gain, meaning that the environmental regulations that had initially been decried served as drivers of innovation. He used the DuPont Company as a prime example of this phenomenon.<br><br>“The caveat is that the laws have to give companies time to prepare in line with their capital reinvestment cycles,” noted Professor Hodas in acknowledging that companies needed to be afforded transition time to meet regulations.<br><br>After discussing several examples of technology shifts and how that related to companies being able to gain efficiencies after being forced to innovate by regulations, he concluded, “To say that environmental regulation costs money is a misnomer.”<br><br>Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MayJamesR.aspx\">Jim May</a> then spoke briefly, citing several disturbing numbers related to the record profits of oil and gas companies and the lobbying effort. Professor Kristl followed up with a quick question about why there would be so much opposition to environmental regulations given the economic benefits, which led into a brief discussion about the psychology of the situation. Professor Hodas indicated that contrary to conservative rhetoric, the opposition seemed to be showing a fundamental mistrust in the free market to find ways to innovate.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1037, 'New Lawyers Join the Delaware Bar', '2011-11-17', '<img width=\"240\" height=\"159\" alt=\"DEBarPassersNov2011small\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/DEBarPassersNov2011small.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">On Monday, November 14, 2011, Widener University School of Law held a reception for those graduates who recently passed the July 2011 Delaware State Bar Exam.<br><br>Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> addressed the group, commending their accomplishment and reminding them that they will always be part of the “Widener family.” Following the Dean’s remarks, Delaware Supreme Court Justice and Widener Law adjunct faculty member <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/HollandRandyJ.aspx\">Randy J. Holland</a> spoke, reminding the group of alumni that they were joining a small, but elite group of attorneys.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, '');
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(1038, 'Christian Legal Society Event Examines Faith and Legal Practice', '2011-11-17', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628136327466%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628136327466%2F&amp;set_id=72157628136327466&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628136327466%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628136327466%2F&amp;set_id=72157628136327466&amp;jump_to=\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn the evening of Monday, November 14th, the Christian Legal Society held a Faith and Practice Symposium in the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom on Widener Law’s Delaware Campus.<br><br>The event focused on the interaction of faith and legal practice, and featured a moderated panel of professors discussing their own experiences. Jana DiCosmo, Vice President and Symposium Chair for the Christian Legal Society, opened the program with a brief welcome, saying, “You can be a great attorney and not have to check your faith at the door.”<br><br>Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/JohnstonPatrickJ.aspx\">Patrick J. Johnston</a>, who served as moderator, then introduced panelists Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/BrittonAnnH.aspx\">Ann H. Britton</a>, Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/ReganPaulL.aspx\">Paul L. Regan</a>, and Visiting Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/TurezynKathleenMarie.aspx\">Kathleen Turezyn</a>. Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/NicholsNathanielC.aspx\">Nathaniel C. Nichols</a> was also originally scheduled to speak, but another commitment left him unavailable.<br><br>Professor Turezyn spoke first, noting that she was born and raised a Catholic, and that faith was always a part of her life. “Everything that I do is guided by my faith,” she said, and she also indicated that she often had told students going through difficult times that she would pray for them.<br><br>Professor Regan thanked the Christian Legal Society for putting the event together and said of his own faith, “It defines my existence. It’s who I am.”<br><br>Professor Britton spoke briefly about her work with legal aid, and indicated that her faith made it difficult for her to hardened her heart to the difficulties she saw around her. Speaking about beliefs and avoiding unnecessary material possessions, she said, “I deliberately live a simple live.”<br><br>Following their brief remarks about their own backgrounds, the panelists took questions from the audience. One student asked about the possibility of an employer looking down on a job candidate who emphasized their Christian faith. The panelists agreed that such a situation was possible, but they all indicated that they had never had that experience.<br><br>Asked about the difficulty of preaching the gospel to co-workers, Professor Regan said of his time as an associate at Skadden Arps, “If someone asks me something, I’ll tell them anything they want to know,” but he added, “I didn’t feel like I had permission to try to convert anyone. I don’t think a place of work will be happy if you’re pushing your agenda.”<br><br>When asked if they had ever had a negative experience with a student after sharing their faith with that student, all three panelists said that they had not.<br><br>Jana DiCosmo closed the symposium by noting that law students should not feel restricted in what type of law to study or practice, stating, “It’s not what you practice, it’s how you practice that matters.”', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1039, 'Delaware County Alumni Chapter Luncheon and CLE Program', '2011-11-17', '<img width=\"240\" height=\"180\" alt=\"DelCo2011AlumniCLEsmall\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/DelCo2011AlumniCLEsmall.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">The Delaware County Alumni Chapter, chaired by Jonathan Peri ’99, hosted a luncheon and CLE program on Thursday, November 10th at D’Ignazio’s Townehouse Restaurant in Media, PA.  The CLE portion of the program titled “Character Evidence in Pennsylvania Criminal and Civil Cases” was presented by <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/ReedThomasJ.aspx\">Thomas J. Reed</a>, Professor Emeritus at Widener Law\'s Delaware campus. Professor Reed received a B.A. from Marquette University in 1962; and a J.D. from Notre Dame Law School in 1969, where he served as a member of the Notre Dame Law Review.<br>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1040, 'Policy in the Pit Discussion Looks at NFL and NBA Labor Negotiations', '2011-11-18', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628039160103%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628039160103%2F&amp;set_id=72157628039160103&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628039160103%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628039160103%2F&amp;set_id=72157628039160103&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nThe final Policy in the Pit event on the Harrisburg campus took place on Thursday, November 17, 2011 on the Harrisburg campus. Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/CozzillioMichaelJ.aspx\">Michael Cozzillio</a> spoke for over an hour on the extended labor negotiations involving the National Football League owners versus the players. He also included an analysis of similar problems the National Basketball Association faces with their lockout in place.<br><br>Professor Cozzillio started off by explaining the basic labor law and anti-trust principles that are relevant to the current NBA and recent NFL issues. He also explained the Sherman Antitrust Act that prohibits collusion and restraint of trade. He also explained the Clayton Antitrust Act that carved out labor exemptions.<br><br>He then applied the relevant facts as they relate to sports unions. Unions are the exclusive bargaining representatives for all players. For example, despite there being separate teams and entities, all NBA or NFL employees are represented by their collective bargaining unit, either the NFL or NBA Players Association respectively. There is an exception granted by the Supreme Court that allows players to negotiate their salaries if they have a unique skill level and unions are willing to allow the individual bargaining.  <br><br>There are several potential anti-trust issues that surface but are hard to litigate due to labor exceptions in the Antitrust acts. Most recently, the NBA players have decided to decline the latest collective bargaining agreement offered by the NBA and instead file litigation against the NBA. Cozzillio predicts that there will be an abbreviated season for the NBA that will probably start in mid January.<br><br>Professor Cozzillio also spoke on the decertification of the unions and the stigma of free agency. He recommended that students stop by his office if they have any questions or wish to read more literature on these issues.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1041, 'Harrisburg Federalist Society Raises Money for Veterans', '2011-11-20', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628100542941%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628100542941%2F&amp;set_id=72157628100542941&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628100542941%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628100542941%2F&amp;set_id=72157628100542941&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nThe Harrisburg campus <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/FederalistsSociety.aspx\">Federalist Society</a> held a gun shooting competition fundraiser to benefit Disabled American Veterans on Saturday, November 5th. <br><br>The event took place at the Harrisburg Angler’s and Hunters’ Association but was also sponsored by the Keystone Armory, located in Edinboro, PA, which is owned and operated by veterans. <br><br>Each student was asked to donate ten dollars in order to participate. A demonstration on gun safety was given before the students were given the opportunity to shoot 50 rounds of ammo with a 22’ rifle at a target. The Keystone Armory supplied the ammunition for the event.<br><br>The participants ranged from seasoned firearms users to those who had never shot a gun before.  The Federalist society raised over one hundred dollars at the event for the Disabled American Veterans charity.<br><br>Third year law student Hunter Lewis said, \"The event accomplished what it set out to do.  We raised money for veterans and had a fun time shooting.\"', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1042, 'Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons Speak at Delaware Tax Institute', '2011-11-21', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628083252481%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628083252481%2F&amp;set_id=72157628083252481&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628083252481%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628083252481%2F&amp;set_id=72157628083252481&amp;jump_to=\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Friday, November 18th, Widener Law’s Delaware campus hosted the 2011 Delaware Tax Institute, “Windows of Opportunity: Tax Planning in Times of Transition”.<br><br>U.S. Senators from Delaware Chris A. Coons and Thomas R. Carper served as the distinguished speakers for the event in place of the scheduled speaker – Maya MacGuineas, the president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget and director of the fiscal policy program at the New America Foundation  – who was unable to attend for medical reasons.<br><br>“I think the most important issue we’re working on in Washington is trying to put ourselves on a path toward fiscal responsibility,” said Senator Carper, who spoke first.<br><br>In addition to sharing his thoughts on the need for more willingness to work across the aisle to find solutions to the country’s deficit problems, Carper shared his own personal philosophy and the lessons his parents taught him. After his remarks, he took a couple of questions from the audience.<br><br>The first question addressed whether he believed that the congressional “super committee” had any intention of doing away with the 5 million dollar estate tax exemption. Carper indicated that the answer to that question was a definitive no. The second question dealt with Carper’s perception of what has driven the partisan divide in Washington. The Senator cited the extreme polarization in the House of Representatives and the lack of centrists.<br><br>Following Carper’s remarks, Senator Coons, fresh from presiding over the Senate, took the floor and quickly praised his colleague, saying, “We need more bridge builders. One of the things that distinguishes Senator Carper is his persistent enthusiasm for reaching out on a personal level.”<br><br>Expressing frustration at his perception that certain small groups are using the system to promote gridlock because they view the failure to do anything as success, Coons said, “I was – to be blunt – embarrassed as a member of the Budget Committee that we never got a budget out,” before joking, “I’ll tell you that in a recent survey tax lawyers have three times the approval rating that members of Congress do.”<br><br>The program opened at 8:30 a.m. with remarks by Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MirkayNicholasA.aspx\">Nicholas A. Mirkay</a>, who was responsible for organizing the event. The morning portion of the program featured panel discussions on 2011 Income Tax Developments and Recent Developments in Estate Planning.<br><br>Following lunch, attendees had the choice of attending one of two breakout sessions; Making Two Years Last A Lifetime – Tax Planning Under the 2010 Tax Act or Business Tax Planning. The keynote remarks by Senators Carper and Coons followed those breakout sessions, and the program then closed with another pair of breakout sessions; Captive Insurance Companies for the Small to Middle Business Markets: From Concept to Claims and Fiduciary Duties of Officers – The Changing Landscape.<br><br>The Society of Financial Service Professionals, Delaware Chapter and Newton One Advisors, LLC co-sponsored the 2011 Delaware Tax Institute.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1043, 'Harrisburg Trial Advocacy Honor Society Hosts Wills for Heroes Event', '2011-11-22', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628112638947%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628112638947%2F&amp;set_id=72157628112638947&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628112638947%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628112638947%2F&amp;set_id=72157628112638947&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Saturday, November 19th, The Harrisburg <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/TrialAdvocacyHonorSocietyHarrisburg.aspx\">Trial Advocacy Honor Society</a> hosted a Wills for Heroes event at which over 80 wills were created for first responders. The event began at 8 a.m. and continued until 5 p.m.<br><br>The Wills for Heroes program provides essential legal documents to first responders free of charge, including wills, living wills, and power of attorney documents. The organization was started shortly after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.<br><br>The event, which was set up in the pit and in several classrooms, had twelve attorney stations where the documents were prepared throughout the day. Over 50 Harrisburg volunteers attended the event, including four faculty members. <br><br>Two companies generously donated to the event including Christopher\'s Pizza and the Philly Soft Pretzel Company. <br><br>Trial Advocacy Community Outreach Coordinator Matthew Dorry said, “The event was a great success, given the size. I was personally impressed by the significant number of individuals who were willing to take a few hours out of their day to help in drafting documents. I look forward to organizing our next event.”<br><br>The Trial Advocacy Honor Society plans on hosting another Wills for Heroes event in March.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1044, 'Dean Ammons Speaks to Students at Richard Stockton College', '2011-11-23', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628028344055%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628028344055%2F&amp;set_id=72157628028344055&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628028344055%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628028344055%2F&amp;set_id=72157628028344055&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Wednesday, November 16th, Widener Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a>, Assistant Dean for <a href=\"/Admissions.aspx\">Admissions</a> Barbara Ayars, and Delaware campus 4ED student Jana DiCosmo traveled to Richard Stockton College in New Jersey to speak to students about law school.<br><br>The delegation from Widener Law enjoyed lunch with Stockton President Dr. Herman J. Saatkamp, Jr. and some of Stockton\'s deans and professors. Dr. Saatkamp became the fourth President of the Richard Stockton College of New Jersey in 2003. He is also a Professor of Philosophy and a Senior Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Bioethics. Saatkamp earned his B.A. from Carson-Newman College, M.Div. from Southern Theological Seminary, and his M.A. and Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University.<br><br>After lunch, Dean Ammons spoke to interested Stockton students about Widener Law\'s programs and specialties, and Assistant Dean Ayars spoke to them about the application process. DiCosmo, a 2008 graduate and valedictorian of her graduating class at Richard Stockton College, spoke to students about how much she has enjoyed her experiences as a student at Widener Law.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1045, 'Widener Law welcomes former U.S. ambassador for talk on nuclear disarmament', '2011-11-25', '<img width=\"215\" height=\"231\" alt=\"AmbassadorThomasGraham235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/AmbassadorThomasGraham235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Widener Law and its student-run <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/InternationalLawSociety.aspx\">International Law Society</a> will welcome one of the nation’s leading diplomatic authorities on nuclear nonproliferation for a dialogue-style event about disarmament.<br><br>Former U.S. Ambassador Thomas Graham Jr. has advised every American president since Ronald Regan on issues of nuclear weapons. He will join <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/GranoffJonathan.aspx\">Jonathan Granoff</a>, Widener Law adjunct professor, for a conversation in the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom on Tuesday, Nov. 29 at 5:30 p.m. The event is open to the public and will include time for audience questions.<br><br>Internationally known as a leading authority in the field of arms control agreements to combat the spread of nuclear, biological and chemical weapons, Graham has served as a senior U.S. diplomat involved in the negotiation of every major international arms control and non-proliferation agreement for the past 30 years. They have included the Strategic Arms Limitations Talks (SALT) Treaties, the Strategic Arms Reduction Talks (START) Treaties, the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty, the Intermediate Nuclear Force Treaty, the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty, the Conventional Armed Forces in Europe Treaty, and the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty.<br><br>President Clinton appointed Graham special representative of the president for arms control, nonproliferation and disarmament, a position he held from 1994-1997. He also served 15 years as general counsel of the U.S. Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, an independent agency of the U.S. government, and served as chair of the nonpartisan, nongovernmental Lawyers Alliance for World Security.<br><br>Granoff will interview Graham in the conversation-style event. The professor, who teaches international law for Widener, has participated in multiple noteworthy dialogues with influential people, including former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev, scientist and U.N. Messenger of Peace Jane Goodall, former U.S. Defense Secretary Robert McNamara, actress and humanitarian Christie Brinkley, and media mogul and philanthropist Ted Turner.<br><br>“Ambassador Graham’s unique perspective of participating in all the major arms control negotiations and his understanding of the politics and economic constraints on national leaders will make a special event for the Widener Law and Delaware communities,” said international law Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/KellyJPatrick.aspx\">J. Patrick Kelly</a>, vice dean of Widener Law’s Delaware campus. “All who attend will learn from his experience.” <br><br>Kelly also sits on the Board of Directors of People to People International’s Delaware chapter, which is a sponsor of the event.<br><br>Delaware and Pennsylvania attorneys who attend will be eligible for one continuing legal education credit. The registration fee is $25. Those who plan to attend for credit should register in advance with Constance Sweeney at <a href=\"mailto:cmsweeney@widener.edu\">cmsweeney@widener.edu</a> or 302.477.2177. The program is free to the general public.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1046, 'Pennsylvania Bar Induction Held in Harrisburg', '2011-11-28', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628190578253%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628190578253%2F&amp;set_id=72157628190578253&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628190578253%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628190578253%2F&amp;set_id=72157628190578253&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nAt 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November 21, 2011, a special session of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania was held in the Supreme Court Courtroom of Pennsylvania’s State Capitol building. The purpose of this special session was to admit graduates of Widener University School of Law to the Pennsylvania bar and to congratulate them on their success. The Honorable <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbgAdj/SaylorThomas.aspx\">Thomas G. Saylor</a>, Justice of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and Widener Law’s Jurist in Residence, welcomed attendees and shared remarks about the legal profession. Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> also offered congratulatory comments for the attendees during the program. <br><br>Following the special remarks, Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/FruthAnnElizabeth.aspx\">Ann Fruth</a> ’92 moved for admission to the bar of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania all Widener Law graduates in attendance. After Justice Saylor administered the Attorney Oath to the Widener Law alumni the crowd applauded the newest members of the Pennsylvania bar. Graduates and guests were welcomed to take individual photos with the Justice and Dean post-ceremony.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1047, 'Dean Visits Alumni in Local Law Firm', '2011-11-28', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"176\" alt=\"SchwartzSulzer235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/SchwartzSulzer235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> hosted a firm luncheon on Monday, November 21, at Marshall, Dennehey, Warner, Coleman &amp; Goggin’s office located in Pennsylvania’s state capital.  Firm-wide, the organization employs over 70 Widener Law alumni. Eight of those alumni and one student law clerk work in the fall firm luncheon location, Marshall Dennehey’s Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, office. During the event, the Dean shared campus news and updates with the attendees and then allowed time for questions and answers. Pictured with Dean Ammons are Edwin Schwartz, Esq., ’95 and student law clerk Jacob Sulzer who were among the firm luncheon’s attendees.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1048, 'Alumni Gather at Chickie’s and Pete’s in Philadelphia', '2011-11-30', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628210736357%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628210736357%2F&amp;set_id=72157628210736357&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628210736357%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628210736357%2F&amp;set_id=72157628210736357&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nMore than 40 alumni gathered at Chickie’s and Pete’s on Packer Avenue in south Philadelphia on Thursday, November 17th for a regional happy hour. The event was hosted by the Alumni Association Board of Directors and provided an opportunity for some down time after work.   The happy hour provided an opportunity for all who attended to have fun, reconnect, and network.    Of those in attendance, a number of the attendees were from our most recent class, the Class of 2011.  Those alumni saw first-hand, the importance of networking.  We welcome them to the alumni association and look forward to having them at more events throughout the year.<br><br>Future happy hours will be scheduled in your region so please check out the <a href=\"/Gateway/Alumni/AlumniEvents.aspx\">calendar of events page</a> on the web and plan to join us.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1049, 'ABA Publishes Book on Constitutional Environmental Law Edited by Professor May', '2011-11-30', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"266\" alt=\"MayJim235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/MayJim235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">“These days, it’s hard to imagine any environmental law or policy bromide that doesn’t contain soluble constitutional components, from climate change to species loss, from air to water pollution, from the boardroom to the courtroom, and from the vast hallways of administrative agencies to legislative halls in Washington, D.C., and in state capitols throughout the country,” writes Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/MayJamesR.aspx\">James R. May</a> in the preface to Principles of Constitutional Environmental Law.<br><br>Recently co-published by the American Bar Association and the Environmental Law Institute, Principles of Constitutional Environmental Law examines the growing intersection of constitutional and environmental law. A variety of emerging constitutional issues are examined in a series of accessible chapters that begin with a practice tip and end with a case study relevant to the material explored in the chapter.<br><br>In addition to editing the volume, Professor May wrote the chapter on “The Political Question Doctrine” and co-wrote chapters on “Environmental Rights in State Constitutions” with former student William Romanowicz and “Constitutional Environmental Rights Worldwide” with H. Albert Young Fellow in Constitutional Law <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/DalyErin.aspx\">Erin Daly</a>.<br><br><a href=\"http://apps.americanbar.org/abastore/index.cfm?section=main&amp;fm=Product.AddToCart&amp;pid=5350220\" title=\"ABA\">Visit the ABA’s site</a> to learn more about Principles of Constitutional Environmental Law, or read Professor May’s <a href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/envirolawblog/2011/11/25/aba-and-eli-publish-mays-principles-of-constitutional-environmental-law/\" title=\"Environmental Law Center Blog\">post on the book’s publication</a> on the Environmental Law Center blog.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1050, 'New Lawyers Join the Pennsylvania Bar at a private induction, The Honorable Charles P. Mirarchi, Jr. PA Bar Induction Ceremony', '2011-11-30', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628207819977%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628207819977%2F&amp;set_id=72157628207819977&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628207819977%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628207819977%2F&amp;set_id=72157628207819977&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWidener University School of Law is pleased to announce its graduates recently took the oath and became members of the Pennsylvania Bar at our private induction, The Honorable Charles P. Mirarchi, Jr. Pennsylvania Bar Induction Ceremony.  The late Judge Mirarchi is responsible for the creation of this private ceremony.  He believed it meant more to Widener Law graduates to be admitted alongside their friends and classmates instead of sharing this special moment with other schools from around the region.<br><br>The induction ceremony was held on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 where 41 graduates were admitted to the practice of law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia City Hall.  Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> started the program with opening remarks that included congratulatory comments to the graduates; she also introduced the judiciary.  Judge Paul P. Panepinto ‘76 from the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas Civil Trial Division was the keynote speaker.  He was joined by Judge Joel S. Johnson ’91 of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas Family Division, Judge Margaret T. Murphy ’77 of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas Domestic Relations Division and Judge Pamela Pryor Dembe, President Judge of the Court of Common Pleas.  The graduates were honored to have been addressed by such a prestigious bench.  Following remarks from each of the judges, Rosemary Pall Esq., Director of Development, moved the group for admission.  After Judge Panepinto administered the Attorney Oath and welcomed the newest members of the Pennsylvania Bar, graduates and their guests were welcomed to take individual photos with the judges and the Dean Ammons.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1051, 'Black Law Student Association Honors Housing Rights Advocates as part of Black Law Speaker Series', '2011-12-01', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628209051095%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628209051095%2F&amp;set_id=72157628209051095&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628209051095%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628209051095%2F&amp;set_id=72157628209051095&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n“Be realistic with your budget. Know what your budget is,” Lisa Salley, Senior Managing Partner at the Heritage Solutions Group, told an audience of students gathered in the Main Street student lounge on the Delaware campus as she discussed home ownership on Monday, November 28th.<br><br>Salley’s remarks came as part of the Issues in Black Law Speaker Series hosted by the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/BlackLawStudentsAssociation.aspx\">Black Law Students Association</a> (BLSA). The second event in the series, Minority Home Ownership, honored Salley and Roslyn Morris, Esq. of the Law Offices of Roslyn D. Morris &amp; Associates for their work as housing rights advocates.<br><br>Following a welcome from BLSA President Roderick Thompson, speaker series committee chair Lauren Epps introduced Lisa Salley. Salley then spoke to students for about an hour. Her remarks covered her working background and how in 2006 she opened Heritage Capital Services, which focuses on mortgage financing and credit strategies in emerging and underserved urban markets.<br><br>In addition to discussing her working background, Salley engaged in a dialogue with the students, providing advice on buying a home, first time home ownership, securing a mortgage, and budgeting. She also discussed her thoughts on the housing crash of 2007-2008, the rise of subprime mortgages, and how to reform mortgage products.<br><br>Roslyn Morris, who was also scheduled to speak, was detained, but she did arrive in time to receive a plaque from BLSA recognizing her efforts.<br><br>The Issues in Black Law Speaker Series will continue in the spring semester.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1052, 'Former U.S. Ambassador Thomas Graham Jr. Discusses Nuclear Disarmament', '2011-12-02', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px; \">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628223661149%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628223661149%2F&amp;set_id=72157628223661149&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628223661149%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628223661149%2F&amp;set_id=72157628223661149&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object><br><br><br><object width=\"420\" height=\"315\"><param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.youtube.com/v/E_1q_1FF9e8?version=3&amp;hl=en_US\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<param name=\"allowscriptaccess\" value=\"always\">\n<embed src=\"http://www.youtube.com/v/E_1q_1FF9e8?version=3&amp;hl=en_US\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" allowscriptaccess=\"always\" allowfullscreen=\"true\"></embed></object>\n</div>\n<b><br></b>“It has to be controlled. It must be controlled for our generation and future generations to survive,” said former U.S. Ambassador Thomas Graham Jr. of nuclear weapons technology on the evening of Tuesday, November 29th in the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom on Widener Law’s Delaware campus.<br><br>Graham’s remarks came as part of an event put together by the student-run <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/InternationalLawSociety.aspx\">International Law Society</a> and co-sponsored by the Delaware Chapter of People to People International. Widener Law adjunct professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/GranoffJonathan.aspx\">Jonathan Grahoff</a> interviewed the former ambassador in a conversational setting following a brief welcome from Kevin Krauss, the President of the International Law Society.<br><br>A recognized authority on arms control agreements, Graham served as Special Representative of the President for Arms Control, Nonproliferation and Disarmament under President Bill Clinton from 1994-1997 and has been a senior U.S. diplomat involved in the negotiation of every major international arms control and non-proliferation agreement for the past 30 years. His work included contributions to the Strategic Arms Limitations Talks (SALT) Treaties, the Strategic Arms Reduction Talks (START) Treaties, the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty, the Intermediate Nuclear Force Treaty, the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty, the Conventional Armed Forces in Europe Treaty, and the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty.<br><br>“Ambassador Graham since the 1970s has been one of the most prominent architects of protecting the world,” said professor Granoff as he opened the interview, adding, “That’s a very strong statement, and the substance of it is backed up by the following evidence,” before listing Graham’s distinguished diplomatic accomplishments.<br><br>Granoff’s first question focused on where the Ambassador came from, and Graham mentioned that he came from Lousiville, Kentucky originally. He then provided a brief summary of his upbringing, concluding with his education at first Princeton University and later Harvard Law School. Graham then answered a question about his interest in international affairs that led him to discuss his twenty-seven years at the U.S. Arms Control and Disarmament Agency.<br><br>Graham also discussed the historical context of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty and his involvement in securing the treaty’s indefinite extension. “Over time, we did convince just about everybody to go along with making the treaty permanent,” he said of the extended efforts.<br><br>Additional topics of conversation included the nature of nuclear weapons and just how devastating they are, how nuclear weapons are made, and the status of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty. Following the interview, Ambassador Graham took a few questions from the audience, touching on how to enforce treaties and how to deal with “rogue” nations such as Iran or North Korea.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1053, 'Widener Law dean congratulates the school’s  2011-12 Wolcott Fellows', '2011-12-05', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627983709136%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627983709136%2F&amp;set_id=72157627983709136&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627983709136%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157627983709136%2F&amp;set_id=72157627983709136&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWidener Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> today congratulated the law students who are serving as Josiah Oliver Wolcott Fellows for the 2011-2012 academic year.<br><br>Wolcott Fellows serve as law clerks in the Delaware Supreme Court. These prestigious positions are unique opportunities for Widener Law students, who are chosen through a competitive application and interview process. Only five students are selected to participate each year. They must present strong academic credentials, demonstrate outstanding research and writing skills, and have completed at least their second year of law school. <br><br>The fellows work about 20 hours per week during the school year and receive academic credit and either a cash grant or a tuition-remission scholarship grant, funded by the law school. They began their positions after Labor Day and work through April 2012.<br><br>The program is named for Josiah Oliver Wolcott, the Dover, Del.-born lawyer, politician and judge who died in 1938. He was elected Delaware attorney general in 1912, and then to the U.S. Senate four years later. He resigned from the Senate in 1921 to become Chancellor of Delaware’s renowned Delaware Court of Chancery. He served until his death at age 61.<br><br>“These students are among our best and I congratulate them on their acceptance into this prestigious fellowship program. They will certainly learn invaluable lessons about the rule of law, the role of judges and the work of attorney advocates through this unique experience,” Ammons said. “I also remain grateful to the Delaware Supreme Court for working with Widener Law to make this program – now in its 23rd year – possible.”<br><br>Widener’s 2011-2012 Wolcott fellows will all graduate from the school’s Delaware campus in May 2012. They include:<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Eric Joseph Juray of Maple Shade, N.J.</span> He is working for Justice Randy J. Holland. Juray is the son of Diana Juray of Maple Shade and Paul Juray of Elk Township. <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Jeremy Riley of Wilmington, Del.</span> He is working for Justice Jack B. Jacobs. Riley is the son of Lidia Ini of Wilmington and Serge Riley of Naples, Fla. <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Eric M. Sable of Havertown, Pa.</span> He is working for Justice Henry duPont Ridgely. Sable is the son of Lisa and Steven Sable of Havertown. <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Traci Marie Cosby of West Chester, Pa.</span> She is also working for Justice Henry duPont Ridgely. Cosby is the daughter of Deborah R. Cosby of West Chester. <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Kyle F. Dunkle of Greenville, Del.</span> He is working for Chief Justice Myron T. Steele. Dunkle is the son of Mark F. and Valerie A. Dunkle of Wyoming, Del.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1054, 'Harrisburg Students Assist Office of Alumni Relations and Development', '2011-12-06', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628294921053%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628294921053%2F&amp;set_id=72157628294921053&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628294921053%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628294921053%2F&amp;set_id=72157628294921053&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nThe <a href=\"/Gateway/Alumni/ContactAlumniRelations.aspx\">Office of Alumni Relations and Development</a> hosted two student volunteer phone-a-thons in November. <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationHarrisburg.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a> representatives participated in the first phone-a-thon on November 16, while volunteers from the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherHarrisburgOrganizations/WomensLawCaucus.aspx\">Women’s Law Caucus</a> staffed the second phone-a-thon on November 30th. Overall the event reached out to over 32 alumni and raised $1,295. These funds will benefit the Widener Law Fund, Harrisburg Moot Court, and the Wherry Trial Advocacy Endowment Fund.<br><br>Last year, the Office of Alumni Relations and Development initiated a student volunteer campaign in order to raise money for the Taking the Lead-Campaign. The office decided to host two more events this semester because of the success of the program last year.<br><br>Associate Director of Alumni Relations and Development Ashley Barton said, “I have enjoyed working with both groups that participated this fall and I look forward to partnering with even more students on this project during the spring semester. We have had great experiences with the student volunteers – the enthusiasm they bring to each calling session and the personal touch they add to each call is invaluable. Students are truly the best ambassadors to talk about the law school experience and update alumni on what’s going on here on campus because they are living it.”<br><br>Barton says that the Officer of Alumni Relations and Development is aiming to have 300 Harrisburg campus alumni donors by June 20, 2012. . Alumni wishing to make an online donation to the annual fund should visit <a title=\"http://alumni.widener.edu/\" href=\"http://alumni.widener.edu/\">http://alumni.widener.edu/</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1055, 'Harrisburg Student Bar Association Giving Tree Benefits Children from the Local YWCA', '2011-12-06', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628294994547%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628294994547%2F&amp;set_id=72157628294994547&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628294994547%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628294994547%2F&amp;set_id=72157628294994547&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nThe Harrisburg campus <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationHarrisburg.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a> is hosting its annual gift-giving tree during the month of December to benefit the children of the local YWCA in Harrisburg.  Students and Faculty are asked to sign up for a child on the sign-up sheet located on the tree in the pit. There is a list of twenty children, and three suggested gifts are provided for each child.<br><br>Student Bar Association Executive Board Secretary Danielle Strojinik organized the event. She said, “I am so pleasantly surprised with the involvement of our students and am happy we are able to provide the less fortunate with Christmas gifts!\"<br><br>The event will last through December 13th and the gifts will be delivered shortly thereafter. If you would like to participate or have any questions please contact Danielle at <a href=\"mailto:dstrojnik788@gmail.com\">dstrojnik788@gmail.com</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, '');
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(1056, 'Incoming Philadelphia Bar Association chancellor is a Widener Law alumnus', '2011-12-07', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628321002877%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628321002877%2F&amp;set_id=72157628321002877&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628321002877%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628321002877%2F&amp;set_id=72157628321002877&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nWidener Law Dean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> today congratulated alumnus John E. Savoth on his status as the incoming chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Savoth gave his inaugural address Dec. 6 at the association’s annual meeting luncheon in the grand ballroom of the Hyatt at The Bellevue in Philadelphia.<br><br>Ammons attended the event, at which Savoth, a 1985 graduate of Widener Law’s Delaware campus, outlined three initiatives for his year as the association’s leader under the theme “People Make the Difference.”<br><br>“I wish John Savoth the very best in accomplishing the goals he laid out in his speech,” Ammons said. “He embodies the best characteristics of a Widener Law graduate: he is bright, capable and ambitious. Given his enthusiasm for public service I know the association is in good hands.”<br><br>Savoth said he would launch a Military Assistance Program to aid the tens of thousands of American troops returning from Iraq and Afghanistan who will need pro bono services on matters including family law, health law, bankruptcy and consumer credit issues. He wants to work with the National Constitution Center to expand a program the association began in 2008 that promotes the education of civics in local schools. He also said he plans to launch a new website that will provide publicity opportunities for association attorneys.<br><br>“The lawyers who established this bar association were not very different from lawyers today,” Savoth said at the luncheon. “They were distinct individuals who could accomplish much together. It is our duty as attorneys to ensure that all citizens have full and unfettered access to justice. Today, these principles are even more relevant.”<br><br>The Philadelphia Bar Association was founded in 1802 and is the country’s oldest association of lawyers. It has approximately 13,000 members.<br><br>Savoth is of counsel to Saltz Mongeluzzi Barrett &amp; Bendesky PC. He concentrates on personal injury law. He was joined at the luncheon by his wife, Nancy, an author and instructor in Widener University\'s Writing Center on the school’s main campus in Chester, Pa. They have three sons.<br><br>Savoth will be the association’s 85th chancellor. He officially takes over Jan. 1.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1057, 'Widener Law announces alumni awards', '2011-12-08', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628310204555%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628310204555%2F&amp;set_id=72157628310204555&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628310204555%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628310204555%2F&amp;set_id=72157628310204555&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nThe Widener University School of Law has announced winners of its 2011 alumni awards, given annually to recognize outstanding leadership, service, and achievement of its graduates. The school has honored its distinguished alumni since 1976. This year’s awards were given Monday, Dec. 5 in the Founders Room of the Union League of Philadelphia.<br><br>The <span style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\">Alumnus of the Year Award</span> <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">went to Cary L. Flitter, Esq.</span>, of Blue Bell, Pa. The award is presented to an alumna or alumnus who, through service to her or his community or profession, or by honors received, service rendered or other accomplishments, has brought honor, recognition and distinction to the Widener University School of Law. Flitter graduated from the school’s Delaware campus in 1981. He is a partner at Lundy, Flitter, Beldecos &amp; Berger, P.C. in suburban Philadelphia and southern New Jersey.<br><br>Flitter is a member of the adjunct faculties both at Widener Law and Temple University’s Beasley School of Law in Philadelphia. He has guest lectured on consumer law issues at Harvard Law School, the University of Pennsylvania Law School and others. Flitter is an accomplished scholar, contributing to the treatise “Pennsylvania Consumer Law” and contributing to “Consumer Class Actions” fifth edition published by the National Consumer Law Center. He frequently lectures around the country on matters of consumer credit, fair credit reporting and fair debt collection practices. <br><br>Flitter was among the attorneys on a class-action case who helped negotiate a settlement that led to a <a href=\"/NewsandEvents/Articles/2011/alumni022311flitterlorenzgift.aspx\">donation of more than $200,000 to Widener Law earlier this year</a>. The case involved automobile financing practices, and Flitter helped craft language in the agreement which called for any undistributed money – such as settlement checks to class members that went uncashed – to be distributed between Widener Law and two other schools. It was the fourth such gift related to a settlement that his firm had contributed to Widener.  <br><br>The <span style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\">Outstanding Service Award</span> <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">went to Lawrence E. Tan</span>, of Newark, Del. The service award is given for outstanding alumni service to the law school as a whole, to a particular concentration within the school, or to the legal profession.  <br><br>Tan graduated from Widener’s Delaware campus in 2007 and he works as chief of emergency medical services for the New Castle County, Del. Department of Public Safety. <br><br>Tan has taught a seminar on the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act at a law school healthcare compliance certification course. He has also been an active volunteer with the <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/PublicInterestOpportunities/WillsForHeroes.aspx\">Wills For Heroes</a> program, a free end-of-life-document planning service for first responders made possible in Delaware through Widener Law. He is a tireless, decorated, professional leader in the emergency medical services community. His service and experience have crossed federal, state and local lines, involving everything from acting as the EMS incident commander on medical coverage for the whistle-stop train tour in Wilmington during the inauguration of President Obama, to guiding the New Castle County Paramedic Service to national accreditation.<br><br>The <span style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\">Outstanding Recent Alumni Award</span> <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">went to Brandon J. Pierce</span> of Harrisburg, Pa. The award recognizes work by a recent graduate who shows energy and dedication as a community leader or provides invaluable service to the Widener University School of Law.<br><br>Pierce is a 2009 graduate of the law school’s Harrisburg, Pa. campus. He works as a judicial law clerk to Judge John W. Thompson Jr. in the York County Court of Common Pleas in York, Pa. <br><br>He also volunteers as the editor of the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Environmental &amp; Energy Law Section’s quarterly newsletter, a position he came to through his connection with Widener Distinguished Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/DernbachJohnC.aspx\">John C. Dernbach</a>, director of the school’s <a href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/envirolawcenter/\" title=\"Environmental Law Center\">Environmental Law Center</a>. Pierce breathed new life into the defunct publication, which is now distributed to more than 450 attorneys. He has also helped to secure funding to hire Widener Law students for the newsletter staff. In addition, Pierce has been a member of the Widener Golf Outing committee since he was a law student. The event raises money for scholarships.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1058, 'Widener Women\'s Network, Philadelphia Chapter gathers for its annual winter luncheon', '2011-12-08', '<div style=\"margin: 4px; float: right; width: 243px;\">\n				<img width=\"235\" height=\"168\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/WWNPhilly235.png\" alt=\"WWNPhilly235\"><p>\n						<span class=\"Caption\">From left to right: Maria Bermudez Harris ’07, Miriam B. Barish ’92, and Leslee Silverman Tabas ‘79</span>\n				</p>\n		</div>The Philadelphia Chapter of the Widener Women\'s Network gathered for the annual winter luncheon on Wednesday, December 7, 2011.  A panel of three women spoke about their experiences of working for a large firm, a medium sized firm, and as a solo practitioner.  They shared some of the advantages and disadvantages of working for each.  The panelists included Leslee Tabas ’79 who is a solo practitioner, Marie Bermudez Harris ‘07 who spoke on behalf of the large firm, and Miriam Barish who spoke about the experience of working at a small to medium sized firm.<br><br>The purpose of the chapter luncheons is for alumnae to join in lively discussions about a number of topics, as well as an opportunity to renew old friendships, make new acquaintances and network in an informal setting.  Twenty-two alumnae attended the luncheon. The event was sponsored by Miriam Barish ‘92 at her law firm Anapol Schwartz at their Philadelphia office at 1710 Spruce Street.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1059, 'School official explains online job posting', '2011-12-08', 'A fictitious job opportunity created for testing purposes and posted on Widener Law’s job bank for a short period Dec. 8 was not meant to cause confusion. <br><br><div>The posting, for a volunteer potato chip tester/taster, was created within the Career Development Office for training purposes, in an effort to assist an employer who wanted to learn more about the online job bank system. The employer was looking to understand how the job bank functions in preparation for a posting, said LeaNora Ruffin, assistant dean for career development. </div>\n<div>  <br>The test should have been conducted in a way that was shielded from student view, however it was only live on the job bank for approximately 90 minutes. It was immediately deleted at the conclusion of the test. </div>\n<div>\n<br> “That job was not real,” Ruffin said. “We apologize for any confusion. We were simply trying to aid an employer with an eye for enhancing student opportunities.”  </div>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1060, 'Delaware Campus Once Again Adopting Families in Need', '2011-12-09', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 425px; height: 320;\">\n<iframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/LarQ5XaD2u0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"></iframe><p><span style=\"\" class=\"Caption\">In the above video, Assistant Dean and Registrar Dottie Hemphill discusses the Adopt a Family Program.</span></p>\n</div>\nWith Christmas nearing, members of the Widener Law Community are once again offering a helping hand to those in need. The annual Widener Law Center and Clinic Adopt a Family Program has chosen five deserving families from the <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Clinics/DelawareCivilLawClinic.aspx\">Delaware Civil Law Clinic</a> and the Pennsylvania Civil Law Clinic in need to provide with food, clothing, and toys for Christmas. An addition family from the <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Clinics/VeteransLawClinic.aspx\">Veterans Law Clinic</a> may be adopted as well.<br><br>The Adopt a Family Program offers members of the Widener Law community a wonderful opportunity to provide hope during the holiday season. Each of the families for the program are chosen by clinic students who want to help them with more than just their legal needs.<br><br>Students, faculty, staff, and friends of the Law Center are encouraged to bring new clothing and toys or very gently used items to the Registrar’s office by <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Tuesday, December 20th</span>. Items should be marked with the family and person to receive the item. Non-perishable food items can also be dropped off at the Registrar’s Office. Faculty and staff are also encouraged to participate in a <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">“wrapping” party to take place on Tuesday, December 20th</span>. Further Information about what to donate for the adopted families can be obtained from Dottie Hemphill in the <a href=\"/Gateway/CurrentStudents/DelawareStudents/AcademicResources/OfficeoftheRegistrar.aspx\">Registrar’s Office</a>.<br><br>Below is a list of the adopted families and their needs.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">FAMILY A:</span> Delaware Civil Clinic (Domestic Violence).<br>This mother and her two children have been terrorized by the children’s father. The mother suffered injuries that included several broken bones and a sixteen hour reconstructive facial surgery that left her unrecognizable but thankful for her life.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Son age 14:</span> Size XL in Men\'s shirts and 38/32 in pants, size 13 shoes<br>He has an xbox 360 kinect<br>Anything baseball related<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Daughter age 8:</span> Size 8-10 in children\'s clothing, size 2 shoes  <br>Arts and crafts, books and Legos<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Mother:</span> Size 6 pant, size M shirts and size 9 in shoes<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">FAMILY B:</span> Delaware Civil Clinic (Domestic Violence)<br>Mother and 3 children, ages 6, 10 and 14.  She was brave enough to leave her abusive marriage after her husband strangled her and hit one of the children.  She wakes up around 5:00 am to go to work to provide for her family, working very hard to barely make ends meet.  In order to feed her children, she collects food stamps.  She spends all her time trying to shield her children from the abuse and wants nothing more than to provide them with a Happy Holiday.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Son age 14:</span> boots, size 13; clothes: shirt size (xl), pant size 42/42, shoe size 13, and a ps3<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Son age 10:</span> clothes, ps3, TV, controllers for xbox 360 &amp; wii , games for wii, shirt size (L), pant size (12), <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Son age 6:</span> clothes, shoes, spider man toys,  Nintendo ds, shoe size (13),  shirt (L),  pants size (7)<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Mom:</span> jewelry, perfume, boots (sz 8),   <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Family gifts requested:</span> Ipod touch<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">FAMILY C:</span> Delaware Civil Clinic (Domestic Violence)<br>Mother and her four children. Mother has been living on her own with her four children for almost a year now.  They have been through a lot over the last few years, and she is working hard to try to keep their lives as normal as possible. Mother obtained a degree from Del Tech, and is currently looking for work to try and support her children.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Son age 14:</span> Clothing- Size 14 Shoe 5.5<br>Likes- Books, games, basketball<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Son age 12:</span> Clothing Size 12 Shoe 4.5<br>Color- Blue or Grey<br>Likes- Race Cars, games, books, football<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Daughter, age 8:</span> Clothing 10-12  Shoe 4<br>Color- Pink, Purple<br>Likes- dolls, books, make up stuff, nail polish, nails.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Daughter, age 6:</span> Clothing- Size 8 Shoe Kids 12<br>Color- Pink<br>Likes- dolls, books, nail polish, make up etc.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Mother:</span> Shirt- XXL<br>Color- Pink or Red<br>Likes- Pajama\'s and books.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">FAMILY D:</span> Delaware Civil Clinic (Domestic Violence)<br>Grandmother who is raising her 4 grandsons. The children’s mother was brutally murdered by the father of two of the children in front of three of the children earlier this year. Grandmother is struggling financially, as she often worked overtime just to take care of her own basic needs. She is attempting to raise four boys with very little family support and resources. The children range from just under two to twelve years old and require more than grandmother is able to provide.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">The children</span> are requesting Sponge Bob Square Pants videos or games, a PS3 and the appropriate accessories.   <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Grandson 12 years old:</span> pants 16,shirt L, shoes 10.5, clothes and shoes<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Grandson 10 years old:</span> pants 10, shirt M, shoes 3, clothes and shoes<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Grandson 3 years old:</span> pants 5T, shirt 4T, shoes 12, clothes and shoes<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Grandson age 1.5:</span>  2T, size, clothes and shoes <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">FAMILY E:</span> Pennsylvania Civil Clinic<br>Mom is a single mother of three children. She does her best to provide for her children but they would benefit from your generosity. Mom has little income. She receives Social Security Disability, and her family would benefit from additional support over the upcoming holidays. The family is of the Muslim faith; therefore they should not receive any gifts specific to religions.<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Daughter, age 13:</span> She would love to receive a laptop, earrings (10K, because she has sensitive ears), or an Ipod (touch, 34g, 4th generation if possible).<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Son, age 3:</span> He would love a Thomas pillow pet (they’re sold at Walmart).  He would also like undershirts (size 4T), socks (size 5, boys), and boys pull ups (size 5T).  <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Daughter, age 2:</span> She would like a hat and gloves (size 3T), socks (size 5, girls), diapers (size Lg), and Huggies wipes (natural care, because she has sensitive skin).<br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Mom</span> would greatly appreciate some bras (size 36A, with no underwire).  She also has a winter coat on layaway at Burlington Coat Factory. Mom could use a gift card to Burlington Coat Factory to help her pay off the coat.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1061, 'Phi Alpha Delta honors Widener Law alumna', '2011-12-11', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628291554089%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628291554089%2F&amp;set_id=72157628291554089&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628291554089%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628291554089%2F&amp;set_id=72157628291554089&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nThe George Read Chapter of <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/OtherDelawareOrganizations/PhiAlphaDelta.aspx\">Phi Alpha Delta</a> recently gave its Excellence in Law award to Widener Law alumna Renae Axelrod.<br><br>The award was given Dec. 1 at an event held at The Field House in Philadelphia. It recognized Axelrod for outstanding contributions to the legal profession and to her alma mater in particular.<br><br>Axelrod works as an attorney at Kogan, Trichon and Wertheimer in Philadelphia. She graduated from Widener Law’s campus in Wilmington, Del. in 1991.<br><br>She has served as president of the law school’s Alumni Association board since May 2009 and is the first woman ever elected to the position. Prior to her election she served 17 years as the board’s secretary.<br><br>Axelrod has traveled extensively to support Widener Law alumni and she has also created a community service committee within the Alumni Association. She has made it a priority to connect with current students, often finding ways to sponsor tickets to events so students may attend and network with other successful alumni.<br><br>“Renae is one of the most supportive cheerleaders for Widener and she would do anything to give back,” student Brandon Accardi, member of Phi Alpha Delta said in presenting the award. <br><br>“During the three years I spent on the Wilmington campus not only did Widener provide me an excellent education and prepare me for my career, but the school instilled in me some invaluable lessons and morals,” Axelrod said, in accepting the award. “The most important of those was to use my new abilities as an attorney to give back. This made my decision to give back to Widener an easy one.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1062, 'New Volume Collects the Works of Professors Strauss and Falk on a Global Parliamentary Assembly', '2011-12-14', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 425px; height: 320px;\">\n<iframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/g2tyYwuLfbM\"></iframe>\n</div>\n“It continues to be controversial,” says Associate Dean for Faculty Research and Development <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/StraussAndrewL.aspx\">Andrew L. Strauss</a> about the idea of a global parliament, which has long been of interest to him.<br><br>Professor Strauss began working with Princeton University Professor Emeritus Richard A. Falk to write on the subject of a global parliament in the late 1990s, and recently, the <a title=\"http://en.unpacampaign.org/news/592.php\" href=\"http://en.unpacampaign.org/news/592.php\">Campaign for a United Nations Parliamentary Assembly published</a> a collected volume of the articles and essays they wrote on the subject between 1997 and 2010 titled “A Global Parliament: Essays and Articles.”<br><br>Former United Nations Secretary General Boutrous Boutrous-Ghali wrote the forward for the book, which lays out the case for the creation of a global parliamentary assembly.<br><br>“There has to be some sort of institutionalization,” Strauss says of global governance, noting that the forces of globalization and democratization have profoundly altered international relations.<br><br>In the accompanying video, Strauss discusses his thoughts on the history of the movement, including how things changed after September 11, 2001, and why a representative, democratic approach to global governance remains important today.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1063, 'Educational Technology Specialist Barb Mindell Provides Crucial Technology Assistance and Training', '2011-12-15', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"200\" class=\"FloatRight\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/Mindell235.jpg\" alt=\"Mindell235\">Both Widener Law Campuses utilize vast amounts of technology in the classroom - from smart boards to courtroom video manipulation. Students probably don’t even realize the work that goes on behind the scenes to make everything run. Luckily, students and faculty on the Delaware and Harrisburg Campuses can rely on Barbara Mindell, educational technology specialist, to make it all happen.  <br><br>Mindell is the person in charge of educational technology for the School of Law. She admits that technology has always been close to her heart; even before coming to Widener Law she was the director of academic computing for another college. <br><br>In her role at Widener, Mindell is responsible for making sure all of the technology programs faculty need in the classroom are available, assisting them with it, and helping them use it more effectively. She primarily works with the faculty, but all of her efforts benefit the law students. “Using technology brings material to students in different ways. They get to read it in textbooks, see it on video, discuss it in class, and manipulate it in different ways. In a way students have a more robust environment to learn, which gives them a real value, as everyone learns a different way,” she said. She believes it also helps to keep students interested and motivated when learning. “It also adds convenience to their lives, as materials are now always available to students in real time in one location using learning management tools.” <br><br>No day is ever the same for Mindell, which is one of the reasons she enjoys her work. “It’s always something new and exciting,” she said. “We are always trying to think of new ways to best hold a student’s attention.” She spends a lot of time building best practices and is currently organizing a web page for faculty that will include a list of available resources available to the faculty, better ways to enhance the material or use tools more effectively, as well as instructions on various technologies including smartboards and document cameras. <br><br>“I love working with faculty,” she said. “Showing them how to present information and watching them get excited about it is very rewarding. It’s also fun to brainstorm new ways to introduce information to the students with them.”  Mindell has an advantage, as she can also visualize things from a student’s perspective, as she is currently pursing her master’s in instructional technology at George Washington University. <br><br>Off campus, this Wynnewood, Pa. resident, doesn’t have much free time with school and work, but she is still a techie at heart. “Everything I do involves some aspect of technology.” She does however; enjoy weekend trips to the mountains with her husband, as she loves the outdoors. Mindell is also looking forward to spending time with her children over the holidays. <br><br>If anyone on the Delaware or Harrisburg Campus has a question for Barbara, you can reach her by email at <a href=\"mailto:blmindell@widener.edu\">blmindell@widener.edu</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1064, 'Book on Delaware Corporation Law By Justice Holland Released in Taiwan', '2011-12-16', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"187\" alt=\"HollandChinaBook235\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/HollandChinaBook235.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">In late October, Delaware Corporation Law: Selected Cases, a book by Delaware Supreme Court Justice and Widener Law adjunct <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDeAdj/HollandRandyJ.aspx\">Randy J. Holland</a> that contains edited decisions by the Delaware Supreme Court and commentary, was published in Chinese for distribution in Taiwan and later in China.<br><br>Translated into Chinese by professors, the book will be used to educate law students. In the preface, the former Chief Justice of Taiwan, In-Jaw Lai, wrote:  “To understand the United States Company Law, people must study the Delaware legal system.”  Justice Holland has worked with Chief Justice Lai for the last few years in developing a commercial division within Taiwan’s trial courts.  Several judges from Taiwan have visited Delaware’s courts to learn about deciding commercial cases.<br><br>The release of Justice Holland’s book coincided with the delivery of his keynote address to the Taiwan Corporate Governance Association.  Once again, he met with former Chief Justice Lai and some of Taiwan’s highest-ranking judges to discuss issues relating to commercial courts and judicial ethics.  Justice Holland also spoke at both of Taiwan’s stock exchanges and the National Taiwan University School of Law.<br><br>For more information, contact Stephen D. Taylor, Court Administrator of the Delaware Supreme Court, 302-577-8702.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1065, 'Harrisburg Faculty and Staff Ring the Bell for the Salvation Army', '2011-12-19', '<div style=\"float: right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628432205461%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628432205461%2F&amp;set_id=72157628432205461&amp;jump_to=\" name=\"flashvars\">\n<param value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" name=\"movie\">\n<param value=\"true\" name=\"allowFullScreen\">\n<embed width=\"400\" height=\"300\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628432205461%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628432205461%2F&amp;set_id=72157628432205461&amp;jump_to=\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nFor the fourth consecutive year, faculty and staff from Widener Law’s Harrisburg campus volunteered to raise money for the Salvation Army. This year, beginning on Monday, December 12th, the volunteers staffed a Salvation Army kettle located in the Colonial Park Mall.<br><br>“This year the Harrisburg Salvation Army needs more help than ever. As compared to last year, we have over 1,000 more children in need of food, clothes, and toys for our Christmas drive,” said Professor Christopher J. Robinette, who organizes the annual effort.<br><br>Participants included; <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/FruthAnnElizabeth.aspx\">Ann Fruth</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/SmithAmanda.aspx\">Amanda Smith</a>, Ashley Barton, Kyle Schaeffer, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/DiminoMichaelR.aspx\">Michael Dimino</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/KearneyMaryKate.aspx\">Mary Kate Kearney</a>, Sandy Graeff, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/LockardJPalmer.aspx\">Palmer Lockard</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/MeadowsRobynL.aspx\">Robyn Meadows</a>, Mary Lou Morin, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/HemingwayAnnaP.aspx\">Anna Hemingway</a>, Melissa Hoch, Kara Wealand, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/CapowskiJohnJ.aspx\">John Capowski</a>, and Karen Durkin.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1066, 'Widener Law Fund We Are Counting on You ...', '2011-12-20', '<img width=\"184\" height=\"244\" alt=\"WidnerLawFund2011Spiff\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/WidnerLawFund2011Spiff.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">It is important for the law school to demonstrate a strong participation rate because it shows the world that our graduates are proud of their law degree and want to give back to the institution that shaped who they are today. Participation is what counts for our <i>\"Raise the Rate, Just Participate!\"</i> initiative, which means <i>your gift is counted</i>, no matter the size. <i>Show your support today, be one of our 1,371 donors!</i><br><br><a href=\"https://alumni.widener.edu/giving\">&gt;&gt; DONATE HERE! &lt;</a>&lt;&lt;<br><br><i><b>If you would like to make a year- end gift to Widener Law, please send your check before December 31.  If making a credit card gift, please note that Widener University is closed from December 23 through January 2, so please make your year-end credit card gifts online by midnight on December 31. </b></i><br><br><div>\n<span style=\"\"><a href=\"https://alumni.widener.edu/giving\">https://alumni.widener.edu/giving</a><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">To give by phone:  </span>302-477-2172 or 717-541-3974<br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">To give by mail:</span>  Alumni &amp; Development Office, 4601 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE  19803</span><br><div><br></div>\n</div>', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1067, 'Widener Law Faculty to Present at Annual Meeting of the Association of American Law Schools', '2011-12-31', '<img width=\"289\" height=\"353\" class=\"FloatRight\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/AALSJanuary2012Promov2.jpg\" alt=\"AALSJanuary2012Promov2\">Widener Law will once again have a strong presence at Annual Meeting of the Association of American Law Schools to be held January 4th through the 8th at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, D.C. This years meeting will focus on academic freedom and academic duty.<br><br>Distinguished Professor <a href=\"../../../../Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/DernbachJohnC.aspx\">John C. Dernbach</a> is also scheduled to speak on the Role of Law in Achieving Sustainable Development from 1:30 to 3:00 pm on Wednesday, January 4th and again on the 5th from 10:20 am to 11:30 am. Both engagements are part of “Socio-Economics in the Academy and the Economy” which takes places in two parts, with Part I on the 4th serving as the Society of Socio-Economists Annual Meeting Program and Part II on the 5th serving as the AALS Section on Socio-Economics Annual Meeting Program.<br><br>January 5th will be a particularly active day for Widener Law faculty. <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/HealthLawInstitute.aspx\">Health Law Institute</a> Director <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/CulhaneJohnG.aspx\">John G. Culhane</a> will be speaker at a panel on Education Law and Law and Sports, Co-Sponsored by the Section on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Issues from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.<br><br>Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/RobinetteChristopherJ.aspx\">Christopher J. Robinette</a> will also speak on the 5th as part of a panel on Torts and Compensation Systems from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm.<br><br>Assistant Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/EvansTonyaM.aspx\">Tonya Evans</a> will serve as the moderator for a panel on Technological Innovation in Practice and Education on Thursday the 5th from 10:45 am to 12:00 pm.<br><br>Harrisburg campus Associate Dean for Faculty Research and Development <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/BarrosDBenjamin.aspx\">D. Benjamin Barros</a> will speak at the Special Meeting and Continental Breakfast for Beginning Law School Teachers to be held from 7:00 to 8:30 am on Friday, January 6th. He will also be the moderator and a speaker for the AALS Workshop and Continental Breakfast for 2011 from 7:00 to 9:00 am on Sunday the 8th.<br><br>Legal Writing Professors <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/KehnerAlisonDonahue.aspx\">Alison Kehner</a>, <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/RobinsonMaryAnn.aspx\">Mary Ann Robinson</a>, and <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/SbargeJeanK.aspx\">Jean Sbarge</a> will also speak on Friday the 6th at a session on Teaching Methods.<br><br>To learn more about the AALS Annual Meeting, visit the <a title=\"2012 AALS Annual Meeting\" href=\"https://memberaccess.aals.org/eweb//DynamicPage.aspx?Site=AALS&amp;WebKey=afbda4e9-6bb5-4c77-a186-21b65a20f3be&amp;RegPath=EventRegFees&amp;REg_evt_key=d4a06b1f-994e-4ffe-b5ea-548f57898594\">official website</a>.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1068, 'New Book by Thomas F. Liotti \'76 Includes Look at Early Years of the Delaware Law School', '2012-01-09', '<img width=\"319\" height=\"228\" alt=\"LiottiAndBook\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/LiottiAndBook.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">“Five hundred students were milling about in front of the school. It was summer. The ABA was in session. Our delegation was there. I was waiting with Dean Weeks in his office. The call came through. It was for me from Mr. Maddox. I was the first to know that the Board voted to affiliate with Widener. Word was sent to the ABA and their House of Delegates voted to give us provisional approval. I told Dean Weeks and then walked outside to tell the students,” writes Thomas F. Liotti ’76 of efforts to get ABA accreditation for the Delaware Law School in his new autobiographical book, <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">The Secret Adoption</span>.<br><br>The book features a pair of chapters focusing on Liotti’s personal reflections on his time at the fledgling law school. “For me, Delaware Law School, at least in earliest stages, was a beacon of hope for those who had a dream,” says Liotti. “We had a lot of people who really, really wanted to be lawyers,” he said of his classmates, adding, “People went out of their way to work at becoming lawyers.”<br><br>“We were students of the administrative process and of the law school, and that is a tremendous experience for future lawyers,” Liotti continues, noting that the early history of the school included a number of complexities related to the physical plant and the building of a library. “We became very critical of our own institution and we wanted it to be the best,” he says of those early struggles.<br><br>Discussing how the school has changed, he noted that it “It was very gratifying to see” the school’s current Brandywine campus when he visited several years ago.<br><br>During his time at Widener Law, Liotti served as the President of the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/StudentBarAssociationDelaware.aspx\">Student Bar Association</a> and was published in the <a href=\"/CampusLife/ActivitiesandOrganizations/DelawareJournalofCorporateLaw.aspx\">Delaware Journal of Corporate Law</a>. Since becoming a lawyer in 1977, Liotti has never stopped writing.  He has published more than 200 law review, legal articles, and book reviews.  He has published Op-Ed articles in every area newspaper including The New York Times; The Daily News; The N.Y. Post and Newsday.  As a part time Village Justice first elected in 1991 he has published more than 36 decisions in New York Law Journal and the Official Reporter for New York State.<br><br>Liotti’s other books include <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Judge Mojo: The True Story of One Attorney’s Fight Against Judicial Terrorism</span> as well as three books which he co-authored: <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Convictions, Political Prisoners, Their Stories</span>; <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">A Practice Guide for Village, Town and District Courts in New York</span>; and <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">DNA: Forensic and Legal Applications</span>. In addition, he served as Editor-in-Chief for a 2008 volume entitled <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Domestic Violence</span> published through the New York State Bar Association.<br><br><span style=\"font-style: italic;\">The Secret Adoption</span> is now available through <a title=\"iUniverse\" href=\"http://www.iUniverse.com\">iUniverse</a>, <a title=\"Barnes &amp; Noble\" href=\"http://www.bn.com\">Barnes &amp; Noble</a>, and <a title=\"Amazon\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/Secret-Adoption-Thomas-F-Liotti/dp/1450295568/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1326120545&amp;sr=8-1\">Amazon</a> in hardcover, paperback, or eBook formats.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1069, 'First Event of 2012: Washington, D.C. Alumni Reception', '2012-01-10', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628813381633%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628813381633%2F&amp;set_id=72157628813381633&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628813381633%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628813381633%2F&amp;set_id=72157628813381633&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nDean <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/AmmonsLinda.aspx\">Linda L. Ammons</a> was pleased to kick off Widener Law’s 2012 alumni events with a regional reception in Washington, D.C., on the evening of January 4, 2012. She was joined by 50 attendees including numerous faculty and National Advisory Council members Michael A. Brown, Esq., ’91 and Kenneth J. López, Esq., ’95. The next Washington, D.C., alumni reception will take place on June 18, 2012. For more information on alumni events in this region, contact Ashley Barton at <a href=\"mailto:anbarton@widener.edu\">anbarton@widener.edu</a> or 717-541-3974.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1070, 'Admissions Office Hosts Successful Information Sessions', '2012-01-11', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"179\" alt=\"AdmissionsInfoSession235px\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/AdmissionsInfoSession235px.jpg\" class=\"FloatRight\">On Saturday, January 7th, Widener Law’s <a href=\"/Admissions.aspx\">Admissions Office</a> hosted Information Sessions for prospective students on both the Delaware and Harrisburg campuses. “The ability to speak with and learn about law school programs from our faculty and staff is extremely valuable and is certainly a unique experience for our prospective applicants,” said Assistant Dean for Admissions Barbara Ayars.<br><br>In Harrisburg, 32 prospective applicants and 33 guests received a presentation on how to apply and the financial aid process. In addition, they were treated to a mock first year law school class with Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/LeeGregRandall.aspx\">Randy Lee</a> and concurrent information sessions about the <a href=\"/Academics/Institutes/LawandGovernmentInstitute.aspx\">Law &amp; Government Institute</a> or the <a title=\"Environmental Law Center\" href=\"http://blogs.law.widener.edu/envirolawcenter/\">Environmental Law Center</a>. Attendees also had the opportunity to speak to current law students and members of the faculty during breaks between the sessions.<br><br>In Delaware, 95 prospects and close to 100 guests attended the Information Session, which featured a presentation on the Admissions Process from Assistant Dean Ayars, a mock law school class with Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/JohnsonLeslieA.aspx\">Leslie A. Johnson</a> that looked at circumstantial evidence versus eyewitness evidence as well as property rights using the example involving an engagement ring after the engagement had been called off. <a href=\"/Admissions/OldAdmissionsSite/Diversity.aspx\">Multicultural Affairs</a> Officer Troy Riddle also spoke to the attendees about the law school experience, and Associate Professor <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/CataniaFrancisJ.aspx\">Francis J. Catania</a>, Jr. spoke about Widener Law’s <a href=\"/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Clinics.aspx\">clinical programs</a>. Finally, the prospective applicants also had an opportunity to tour the campus.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, ''),
(1071, 'Bar Programs Office Announces Return of the Bar Review Financial Assistance Awards initiative', '2012-01-12', '<img width=\"235\" height=\"146\" class=\"FloatLeft\" src=\"/site/files/oldnewsfiles/GavelandFlag235px.jpg\" alt=\"GavelandFlag235px\">The <a href=\"/Academics/Programs/BarPrograms.aspx\">Bar Programs Office</a> is happy to announce the return of the Bar Review Financial Assistance Awards initiative.  Each year eligible graduates from both campuses are chosen to receive either complimentary bar review courses or significantly reduced bar course fees from one of our participating commercial bar course providers.<br><br>Last year, in conjunction with the Alumni Association, twelve (12) awards were presented to deserving graduating students.  Moreover, numerous smaller amounts were awarded through the additional generosity of the providers.   All in all, each year we see financial support grow to help defray rising bar study costs our graduates face.<br><br>To be considered for an award, interested applicants must complete and submit an application for award.  Upon completion of the application, it should be emailed to <a href=\"mailto:barprograms@mail.widener.edu\">barprograms@mail.widener.edu</a>.  <br><br><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">The deadline for application submissions is February 4, 2012</span>.  Applications received after that date will not be considered.  <br><br>Awards are available primarily to any graduating Regular Division and Evening Division students planning to take the Pennsylvania, New Jersey or Delaware bar exam(s).  However, where assistance is possible by one of the participating providers, other jurisdictions will be considered. <span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">The criteria points for the awards are extenuating financial need and the demonstration of exemplary service to the community including the law school.  </span><br><br>Applications are available in the Office of Student Affairs and <a href=\"/Academics/Programs/BarPrograms/BarReviewAwards.aspx\">on the Bar Programs’ page</a>.<br><br>Participating commercial bar providers include Bar/Bri, KAPLAN/PMBR, Themis and Widener University School of Law.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'on', NULL, ''),
(1072, 'Harrisburg Campus Welcomes Todd Mealy for Martin Luther King Day Celebration', '2012-01-13', '<div style=\"float:right; width: 400px;\">\n<object width=\"400\" height=\"300\"> <param name=\"flashvars\" value=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628852229707%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628852229707%2F&amp;set_id=72157628852229707&amp;jump_to=\">\n<param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\">\n<param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\">\n<embed type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=109615\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" flashvars=\"offsite=true&amp;lang=en-us&amp;page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628852229707%2Fshow%2F&amp;page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fwidenerlaw%2Fsets%2F72157628852229707%2F&amp;set_id=72157628852229707&amp;jump_to=\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"></embed></object>\n</div>\nOn Thursday, January 19th, the Harrisburg campus will host its Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration beginning at 12:00 P.M. in the Pit.<br><br>Harrisburg native Todd Mealy, a history teacher at Penn Manor High School, will be the featured speaker. Mealy is the author of two books; Biography of an Antislavery City, which looks at the role Harrisburg played in the antislavery movement, and Aliened American: A Biography of William Howard Day, which consists of two volumes that examine Day’s adoption by a white family, his collaboration with civil rights activists like Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman, and his days as an educator, preacher, writer and orator during the 19th century. Mealy has also taught a course on the Underground Railroad at Dickinson College and written on Black History Month for the Harrisburg Patriot-News.<br><br>Before and after Mr. Mealy’s talk, there will also be a photo essay of the new Martin Luther King Memorial consisting of photos that Dean of Students <a href=\"/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesHbg/SealingKeithE.aspx\">Keith Sealing</a> took while in Washington, D.C. for the Association of American Law Schools Annual Meeting.<br><br>Pizza and beverages will be provided, and students are encouraged to attend.', NULL, NULL, '', NULL, 0, 'off', NULL, '');
