The Way Forward: The Intersections of Race, Class, Gender in Sexual and Labor Exploitation
The International Human Trafficking Institute will host a webinar titled "The Way Forward: The Intersections of Race, Class, Gender in Sexual and Labor Exploitation" that will feature rising third-year student Victoria T. Hicks and her research, which was conducted while she was working in the Wilbanks Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation Clinic.
Guided Meditation
Join Professor Heather Simmons, our Law School Koru Mindfulness Guide, for a quick midday meditation. You can join from home or have your headphones handy to meditate on-campus.
If you are on-campus and need suggested spots for a quiet spot to join, please email Morgan Tickerhoof (mrt@uga.edu).
Keep an eye out for the Fall 2020 Koru Mindfulness Series on 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, and 11/18 from 12:00-1:00PM.
How to Make Tea Live! with Heather Simmons
One of our most popular Spring Stress Busters returns for the Fall! Take a break from studying to learn the valuable skill of making tea! Law Librarian Heather Simmons will be broadcasting this brief tutorial LIVE from her kitchen via Zoom! No experience required - just show up and learn from the best all you need to know to make a good "cuppa."
A celebration of Prof. Andrea Dennis' book Rap on Trial: Race, Lyrics and Guilt in America
In celebration of Martin Chair Andrea L. Dennis' recently published book, Rap on Trial: Race, Lyrics and Guilt in America, discussion will be held featuring Dennis and Dr. Bettina L. Love with UGA's College of Education.
Published by The New Press, Rap on Trial examines the use of "rap lyrics as criminal evidence to convict and incarcerate young men of color" based on hundreds of court cases from across the country.
Library Lunch n' Learn: Uncovering the Mysteries of Federal Administrative Law Research
Law Librarians Carol Watson and Heather Simmons will present a Lunch n' Learn on Administrative Law topics such as guidance documents and formal regulations.
No reservation required! Pizza will be served, but please bring your own beverage.
Summer Academic Success Program
The Summer Academic Success Program runs August 3 -12.
First Amendment Rights on Campus: Navigating Free Speech Issues for Students, Employees & Visitors
This class for UGA faculty and staff explores the legal frameworks governing speech and expression rights for members of the UGA community. Topic areas covered include, without limitation: forum analysis, time/place/manner restrictions, hate speech, public employee doctrine, academic freedom and heckler's veto.
Participants will learn about significant court decisions relating to speech rights in the higher education context and see how First Amendment principles are applied to case studies.
Wellness Week
Wellness Week 2020
Even virtually, we want you to put your wellness at the front of your mind! In addition to these activities, take a look at the Health & Wellness Resources on the My Georgia Law Portal.