Support for Our Community in a Time of Conflict
As a law school with alumni and programs that span the globe, we are acutely aware of the ongoing conflict in the Southern Caucasus between Azerbaijan and ethnic Armenians and the impact it is having on people both within those regions and the greater LLS community. We hope for commitment to a lasting cease-fire and meaningful dialogue to achieve peace for the people of Artsakh. We also condemn the violence touching so many in the region.
“As home to the Center for the Study of Law & Genocide, International Human Rights Center and other programs devoted to the study and pursuit of global justice, it is incumbent on us to reflect and assess what is happening beyond our borders,” said Dean Michael Waterstone. “The current tensions abroad are directly touching our students, alumni, faculty and staff, making this moment even more painful. As such, we encourage empathy on the parts of all members of our community in navigating these trying times.”
A range of wellness resources are available to members of the LLS community, including:
Additionally, spiritual counseling is available from LLS Campus Ministry. Fr. Wayne Negrete, S.J., recently offered: “Let us remember in prayer the souls of those who lost their life and those who were injured in the current conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Let us pray for a ceasefire, a de-escalation of tensions, and for negotiations for a peaceful and just resolution.”
For those looking for information about the conflict, LLS units have contributed helpful resources:
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Event coordinators are encouraged to use the enhanced LLS Events Calendar for events they want promoted broadly. All LLS events should be posted to the LLS Master Calendar, which has been updated to reflect the law school's virtual event and meeting spaces. Questions? Email us!
This Week:
10/1410/15
Other Upcoming Events:
10/1910/2010/2210/2710/29- Faculty Workshop featuring Prof. Amy Adler, 12-1 p.m.
- Halloween Crafts with the Rains Library staff from 5-6 p.m. (or Oct. 30 from 12-1 p.m.). Make a mini-pumpkin candle holder and a bat bookmark! Most supplies will be provided by the library. All students who register and attend will have a chance to win one of several door prizes! More details are provided at registration. Space is limited - RSVP now!
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