Events

Rothenberg Speaker Series

January 29 | 4:15-5:15 p.m.

The Law & Health Care Program invites you to join us as we welcome Dr. Peter Lurie, President and Executive Director, Center for Science in the Public Interest for the first Spring event of the 2025-26 Rothenberg Speaker Series. This year’s series will focus on the future of food, drug and medical device regulation. Dr. Lurie's talk is titled "The Future of Food and Nutrition Regulation".

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Investiture of Peter Danchin & 50th Anniversary of the MJIL Celebration Dinner

February 12 | 4:00-7:30 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate the investiture of Professor Peter Danchin as the Jacob A. France Professor of Law, and the 50th anniversary of the Maryland Journal of International Law. All alumni are welcome to attend the investiture and reception and may purchase tickets to the post-reception dinner to immediately follow.

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All Upcoming Events

Saturday, February 7, 2026
Using the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) to redress rights violations for U.S. citizens and immigrants 
Calling civil litigators and others looking to support their community. Join the Carey Law’s Chacón Center for Immigration Justice and the new Speaker of the MD House of Delegates, Joseline Peña-Melnyck, on February 7, 2026, at the law school, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for this free training. 
For more information, please email kgraser@law.umaryland.edu


Friday, February 13, 2026
Maryland Journal of International Law 50th Anniversary Symposium:
“Fifty Years of International Law: Critical Reflections, Reimagined Horizons”
This year's MJIL symposium will feature several leading international law scholars from the US and abroad engaging in a series of critical conversations with Maryland faculty doing innovative and important work in different aspects of international, comparative and transnational law. Maryland faculty participating include Professors Rabiat Akande, Peter Danchin, Mark Graber, Paula Monopoli, William Moon, Matiangai Sirleaf and Liza Vertinsky. All are welcome to attend and participate in any of the sessions. Register on Eventbrite

Tuesday, February 17, 2026
JLSA Dinner
The Jewish Law Students Association at Maryland Carey Law is excited to invite you to the third Annual JLSA Dinner. Get ready to indulge in a night of delicious food, great company, and memorable moments featuring alumni speakers Hon. Matthew H. Solomson '02 and Hon. Karen C. Friedman '97. Register on Eventbrite

Thursday, February 19, 2026
BLSA Banquet
This year, at the 51st annual Black Law Students Association banquet we will celebrate with the theme, "Paving the Way: Legacy, Leadership, & the Law" as we honor the generations of Black legal professionals and BLSA alumni whose perseverance, leadership, and excellence have shaped the paths available to today’s law students. We recognize the enduring impact of those who came before, individuals who not only broke barriers but built foundations upon which current and future Black law students continue to stand. Purchase tickets on Eventbrite

Friday, March 6, 2026
Maryland Law Review Symposium:
Legal Innovations for Trans Rights: The Fight for Justice Within an Unjust System
Join us for Maryland Law Review’s annual symposium. The symposium is a full-day program that will include three panels surrounding the topics of trans rights and the law, encompassing subjects ranging from education and employment rights, constitutional rights, prisoner’s rights work, healthcare access, and transgender violence. Our goal for this symposium is to use the topic of trans rights and the law to bring together scholars, practitioners, organizations, and community members to discuss these vital topics that impact everyone in society.
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Tuesday, March 10, 2026
APALSA Spring Reception
The Asian Pacific American Law Student Association is excited to host its 17th Annual Spring Reception. This year’s theme, “The Art of Resilience: Painting a Future of Legal Equity” celebrates our roots and the growth of our community within the legal profession. It reflects our commitment to fostering achievement, representation, and mentorship, particularly for Asian American attorneys and law students. The reception serves as a cornerstone event, uniting students, faculty, alumni, and legal professionals to honor community accomplishments. Join us for an evening of reflection, cultural celebration, and connection as we honor the journey of growth and excellence. Cultural attire is welcome. Register on Eventbrite

Thursday, March 26, 2026
MPILP Annual Goods & Services Auction 
The Maryland Public Interest Law Project, Inc. invites you to attend the Annual Goods & Services Auction. MPILP is a student-run 501(c)(3) providing summer grants for Maryland Carey Law students working in otherwise unpaid public interest internships. All the profits from the Auction go towards summer grants for law students. Join us for a great night filled with drinks, food, and great items for auction! 
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April 16 - 19, 2026
Alumni Weekend and Milestone Reunion Celebration
Alumni Weekend 2026 will be Thursday, April 16 through Saturday, April 18, 2026. During the weekend, we will be celebrating milestone reunions for class years ending in 1s and 6s. If you would like to support the event, we welcome you to join your reunion class committee! For more information about being a reunion class committee member email alumni@law.umaryland.edu for more information.

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