Moritz College of LawJD Blog - For current students

Gandhi as Political Moralist (February 27, 2020)

February 19, 2020

Gandhi as Political Moralist: Arguments About Non-Violence, Inter-Faith Harmony, and Social Equality A talk by Ramachandra Guha February 27, 2020; 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Round Meeting Room, Ohio Union 1739 N High St., Columbus, Ohio 43210 RSVP HERE. Ramachandra Guha is a historian and biographer based in Bengaluru who has been described by Time Magazine as “Indian democracy’s […]

Musical Monday in Lou’s (February 24)

February 17, 2020

Musical Mondays are back on February 24, 2020, at 12:00 noon! Moritz law librarian Matt Cooper will play covers ranging from the Beatles to Hank Williams, plus a few originals. 3L Lindsey Woods will be performing an acoustic set with Willie VerSteeg. Come out and enjoy the show! Interested in performing? Contact versteeg.7@osu.edu to coordinate […]

2020 American Inns of Court Warren E. Burger Prize

February 14, 2020

The American Inns of Court Warren E. Burger Prize is a writing competition designed to promote scholarship in the areas of professionalism, ethics, civility, and excellence. Interested authors are asked to submit an original, unpublished essay of 10,000 to 20,000 words on a topic that addresses issues of legal excellence, civility, ethics, and professionalism. The […]

21st Annual President and Provost’s Diversity Lecture and Cultural Art Series (March 25, 2020)

February 11, 2020

Rev. William J. Barber II will be the featured speaker as part of the 21st Annual President and Provost’s Diversity Lecture and Cultural Art Series. RevBarber_PPDLCAS_25march2020_final This event will occur on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. at The Ohio Union – Archie Griffin Ballrooms. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. The event is free and […]

St. Valentine’s Day Clothing Drive (2020)

February 11, 2020

Three Moritz student organizations (Saint Thomas More Society, Federalist Society, and Christian Legal Society) are conducting a St. Valentine’s Day Clothing Drive. They are accepting: Gently used women’s, men’s, and children’s Clothes Shoes New: Socks Underwear Toiletries Diapers (all sizes) New baby bottles Backpacks

Sports Law Night (February 28, 2020)

February 11, 2020

On February 28, 2020, the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Columbus Bar Association will present a discussion about The Ohio State University’s involvement in Esports, the new Columbus Crew Stadium, and a look back at the first 20 years of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Each ticket will include access to a pre-game panel discussion, a […]

2020 Inter-Professional Summit (February 15, 2020)

February 11, 2020

The Inter-Professional Council (“IPC”) presents Will Climate Change You: Can You Survive? This event will take place on February 15 (8:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon) at the Ohio Union. Register at https://forms.gle/8rKjun2rt99zVt3eA. This event is free. Schedule 8:30 – 9:00 a.m. – Breakfast and Registration 9:00 – 9:10 a.m. – Welcome and Opening Remarks 9:15 […]

Diversity Mixer – March 27, 2020 (6:00 p.m.)

January 28, 2020

Students are invited to attend a Diversity Mixer on March 27, 2020. This is your chance to join Women Lawyers of Franklin County (“WLFC”) for a fun night of networking for professionals and students. Other event participants include: Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Central Ohio (APABA-CO) John Mercer Langston Bar Association (JMLBA) Hispanic National […]

Mechanism Design for Social Good

January 15, 2020

This event is a part of the 2019-2020 Program on Data and Governance’s Data Points Lecture Series, sponsored by Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP. Advanced Registration is Required. Click here for more information and to register. Mechanism Design for Social Good Thursday, February 27, 2020 | 12:00-1:15 (Lunch provided) Saxbe Auditorium, Moritz College of […]

Freeing Meek Mill: A Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Role in the Fight for Criminal Justice Reform (January 29, 2020)

January 15, 2020

The following information comes courtesy of our colleagues at Capital University Law School. More information (including a registration link) can be found at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/freeing-meek-mill-a-criminal-defense-lawyers-role-tickets-89137878795. —————————————————————————- You’re invited to attend The Capital University Law School Schweickart Lecture in Criminal Defense featuring a documentary screening, discussion and Q&A with Brian McMonagle, a Capital Law graduate and criminal defense […]