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William Mitchell names Simon Canick as Associate Dean, Information Resources

William Mitchell College of Law President and Dean Eric S. Janus recently announced that Simon Canick will join the college this summer as Associate Dean for Information Resources and Assistant Professor of Law. In this role, Canick will direct knowledge management and information technology development at the College.

Posted: Friday, May 09, 2008

Eric Janus to examine preventive detention and civil commitment at Morning CLE

May 23, 7:30-9 a.m.

President and Dean Eric S. Janus will examine preventive detention and civil commitment issues as they relate to terror suspects at Mitchell’s final Morning CLE Series program of the year on Friday, May 23, from 7:30 to 9 a.m. in Room 319.

Posted: Wednesday, May 07, 2008

Mitchell Faculty in the news

Following is a summary of Mitchell faculty and programs recently featured in the media.

Posted: Monday, May 05, 2008

Installation of President & Dean Eric S. Janus at William Mitchell

Just added: photos from the event

Leaders from academia, the judiciary, and legal profession participated in the formal installation of Eric S. Janus as the 24th president and dean.Read remarks from the event.

Posted: Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Mitchell professor’s research shows law schools can influence pro bono work in graduates’ careers

Recent research by Mitchell Professor Deborah Schmedemann shows that when a law school provides its students opportunities and incentives for public service, they are more likely to engage in pro bono work in their practice.

Posted: Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Anne Hansen receives MSBA Becker Award for providing legal services in Gulf Region

William Mitchell student Anne M. Hansen has received the 2008 Bernard P. Becker Volunteer Law Student Award from the Minnesota State Bar Association for her efforts in providing legal services to the disadvantaged.

Posted: Thursday, April 24, 2008

Morning CLE focuses on planning for your financial future

Tuesday, May 6, 7:30 to 9 a.m.

Robert F. Collins ’65, a leading estate planning attorney from Lindquist & Vennum, and Bruce J. Nerland ’88, a top financial advisor from Smith Barney, will share insights to help you plan for your future at a Morning CLE Series Tuesday, May 6, from 7:30 to 9 a.m. in Room 319 at William Mitchell College of Law.

Posted: Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Attend free "Darfur Now" screening and discussion April 27

First showing of documentary film in Twin Cities

William Mitchell will host a free public screening of the film Darfur Now followed by a discussion with Adam Sterling, director of the Sudan Divestment Task Force, on Sunday, April 27, at 7 p.m. in the Auditorium.

Posted: Friday, April 18, 2008

William Mitchell and NSF regulatory law forum airs on MPR

9 a.m., Monday, April 21

A panel of experts will explore Energy Security and National Security: Making the Connection at a Public Insight Forum April 17 hosted by the National Security Forum and Regulatory Law Lecture at William Mitchell College of Law, in conjunction with Minnesota Public Radio.

Posted: Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Morning CLE explores basic information resources in international business law

Friday, April 18, 7:30 a.m.

William Mitchell Interim Library Director Mary Ann Archer gives tips on finding basic international business law information sources at a Morning CLE Series Friday, April 18 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. in Room 319 at William Mitchell College of Law.

Posted: Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Prospective students explore Mitchell during Admitted Student Day

Prospective students got an inside view of life at William Mitchell and an opportunity to meet some of the Mitchell alumni working at a local Fortune 500 company during the second fall 2008 Admitted Student Day, held Friday, April 11.

Posted: Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Attorney who argued Second Amendment case in U.S. Supreme Court speaks at Mitchell

Thursday, April 24, noon-1:30 p.m.

Washington, D.C. attorney Alan Gura, who argued in the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of plaintiffs challenging a District of Columbia handgun ban in D.C. v. Heller, will speak at William Mitchell College of Law Thursday, April 24, at noon on the Supreme Court and the Future of the Second Amendment.

Posted: Monday, April 14, 2008

Mondale speaks at National Security Forum

Former Vice President Walter Mondale discusses current national security issues

Former Vice President Walter Mondale discussed how U.S. intelligence agencies can balance national security interests with the law at a special National Security Forum presentation April 10 at William Mitchell

Posted: Thursday, April 10, 2008

Law Review symposium provides Minnesota legal update

Find out about recent developments in Minnesota law at this symposium hosted by the William Mitchell Law Review. Speakers include Law Review staff members, Mitchell professors, and local attorneys.

Posted: Thursday, April 10, 2008

Chief Judge Kozinski of Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals discusses Burger legacy

Judge Alex Kozinski, chief judge of the Ninth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals and former clerk to Chief Justice of the United States Warren Burger ’31, discussed the Burger Court legacy and the relationship between Justices Burger and Harry Blackmun during a presentation at William Mitchell April 9.

Posted: Thursday, April 10, 2008

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5/10  Spring Semester exams

5/12  Spring Semester exams

5/13  Spring Semester exams

5/14  Spring Semester exams

5/14  Alumni Board Meeting

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