Join ACS, If/When/How, and GAWL for a community discussion about women’s rights and reproductive freedom. In a time when women’s rights are under attack, we need to come together to show strength. We will explain the work of our organizations, share stories and experiences, and discuss opportunities for students to get involved and take action. A full lunch will be served with cupcakes for dessert!

The Columbia Law School Chapter of the American Constitution Society will host a discussion on Against Forced Arbitration. The panel will feature remarks from Karen Cacace (NY AG, Labor Bureau Chief) and Myriam Gilles (Cardozo School of Law), moderated by Prof. Olatunde Johnson. The conversation will explore the rise of forced arbitration, particularly in the employment law context. Learn why employers are increasingly forcing their employees to litigate their discrimination claims in front of private judges, how that process systematically disadvantages those employees, and what the path forward looks like. This event will be cosponsored by the Columbia Workers' Rights Student Coalition. 

Join ACS for an armchair-style discussion on protecting the independence of the judiciary with Judge Chris Taylor from the Wisconsin District IV Court of Appeals.

This is a General Body Meeting for current and prospective ACS members at CUNY Law. No RSVP is required.

ACS is hosting Criminal Law Professor Chacon for our first Beyond the Doctrine event of spring quarter!

In this speaker series, professors provide insight into the broader social context surrounding the doctrinal rules we learn in the classroom and provide space for students to ask new questions — instead of “what is the holding in this case,” think “why?”

Professor Chacon will discuss criminal immigration law and how it’s being applied today. This is a unique opportunity to connect with a 1L doctrinal professor on the practical applications of the first-year curriculum.

This event will take place on April 7 from 1 to 2 PM. Professor Chacon will discuss their research, experiences, and teaching. Then we will open the floor to Q&A from students in attendance. This is a unique opportunity to connect with 1L doctrinal professors on the practical applications of the first-year curriculum. Lunch will be provided for those who RSVP.

Join ACS and the Black Law Student Association (BLSA) for BLSA’s annual early pipeline program is designed to empower and inspire Detroit youth by exposing them to future career opportunities in the legal field. This community service and mentorship event allows 7th and 8th-grade students to tour the law school, participate in live debates, and receive mentorship from current law students and attorneys. This year, BLSA will partner with David Ellis Academy’s Detroit and West campuses and host approximately 60 students.