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Learn the real issues behind the headlines of legal hot topics with internationally-known faculty at Widener Law Commonwealth. Legal scholars break-down complex legal issues and provide insight about immigration, business law, and sustainability. Looking to go to law school? Valuable tips on topics ranging from law school admissions to financial aid and Bar exam preparation will be given by our team of dedicated administrative staff and students. Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law and Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/podcast for more information.
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Dec 20, 2022

Widener Law Commonwealth prides itself on having nationally and internationally recognized experts in a variety of legal fields, including environmental law. In our latest podcast, host Tara Mead talks with Professor John Dernbach, director of the law school's Environmental Law and Sustainability Center about his work, including his role in the recent COP27 international conference, a new book, and his future plans as he looks toward retirement next year. 

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Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

 

 

Music Credit: LeChuckz

Nov 1, 2022

Widener Law Commonwealth's Central Pennsylvania Law Clinic offers students an opportunity to use and develop their legal skills to help people in need in our community. Podcast host Tara Mead talks with Professor Mary Catherine Scott, director of the clinic, on her work with the students, including their newest endeavor regarding legal issues impacting the elderly. 

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Mentioned in this Episode:

Central Pennsylvania Law Clinic
717-541-0320
https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/academics/practical-learning-opportunities/civil-law-clinic/ 

Dauphin County Area Agency on Aging 
https://www.dauphincounty.org/government/departments/area_agency_on_aging/services/legal.php 

MidPenn Legal Services
https://www.midpenn.org/ 

YWCA Domestic Violence Legal Center
https://www.ywcahbg.org/programs/domestic-violence-legal-center

 


Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

 

Music Credit: LeChuckz

Oct 4, 2022

This episode contains discussions about human trafficking, sexual assault, and drug addiction. Listener discretion is advised.

You may think that human trafficking only happens in big cities or isn't a huge problem in much of the country. You may be surprised to know just how prevalent it is, including here in Pennsylvania. Podcast host Tara Mead talks with anti-human trafficking expert Steve Turner about human trafficking, notably what future and current legal professionals need to know, and how they can play a vital role in helping victims. 

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Mentioned in This Episode:

The YWCA of Greater Harrisburg: 1-800-654-1211

The National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888

Pennsylvania Alliance Against Trafficking In Humans Route 15 Phamphlet (PDF)

Recording from the CLE event Hiding in Plain Sight – Unmasking Human Trafficking (YouTube Link)


Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

 

Music Credit: LeChuckz

May 10, 2022

While gaining legal knowledge is first and foremost the focus of law students, it's also vital students have the right strategies in place to help them gain employment when they graduate. In this podcast, host Tara Mead talks with Eden Mandrell, assistant dean of Widener Law Commonwealth's Career Development Office, who discusses her role in helping current students and alumni in their job search and beyond

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Music Credit: LeChuckz

Mar 29, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic certainly brought many challenges and changes in how we interacted, and that included our law school. In this podcast, we talked with Widener Law Commonwealth Dean Michael Hussey and Assistant Dean of Students Randi Teplitz on how those challenges were met, and lessons learned, moving forward.

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Music Credit: LeChuckz

Mar 1, 2022

Thinking about applying to law school? Our latest podcast with Associate Dean of Admission Matt Kerns discusses the application process and what that entails, things potential law school students should do (and not do), and dispels misconceptions about the law school application process. 

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Resources Mentioned in this Episode

https://www.lsac.org/lsat/prep 
https://cleoinc.org/ 
https://www.accesslex.org/pre-law-services 

 

Music Credit: LeChuckz

Feb 1, 2022
There's been a renewed focus on mental health and wellness over the past few years, and that includes law school students. Join podcast host Tara Mead as she talks with Professor Rebecca Waldemar and Dean of Students Randi Teplitz on how mindfulness and wellness can help students develop the essential skills they need to succeed.

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Mentioned in This Episode

  1.   Mindfulness in Law society -- https://www.mindfulnessinlawsociety.org/
  2.   The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh -- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/miracle-of-mindfulness-thich-nhat-hanh/1101968286
  3.   Insight Timer -- https://insighttimer.com/
Benefits of Practicing Mindfulness for Lawyers -- some of the benefits!
  1.   Reduces stress
  2.   Less vulnerable to burnout
  3.   Improves focus and attention
  4.   Improves resilience
  5.   Increases creativity and problem solving skills
  6.   Improves concentration
  7.   Generally improves cognitive performance
  8.   Enhances feelings of wellbeing

 

 

Music Credit: LeChuckz

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