Stay informed and stay engaged with the VLGS Events Calendar. Expand your knowledge with stimulating discussions from our symposiums, webinars, and weekly info sessions. Our calendar is your go-to resource for staying ahead of the latest happenings within the VLGS community.
In celebration of the day that the United States Constitution was adopted, the Vermont Bar Association (VBA) and Vermont Law and Graduate School (VLGS) will host a panel presentation focused on "Landmark Cases in American Constitutional Law." Panelists include: This event is free and open to the public, and all in-person attendees will receive a […]
In celebration of its 50th volume, Vermont Law Review proudly presents its annual symposium, "Free Speech on Trial: Resisting Censorship in 2025." This dynamic event will feature four panels examining pressing First Amendment issues—executive power and academic freedom in contemporary governance—the Pico v. Island Trees case and book banning in schools across the United States, a comparative […]
The Office of Admissions invites you to join an informal session covering an overview of JD programs, application strategies, timelines, and scholarship opportunities. Please register in advance by clicking the button below. *This event is geared toward prospective JD students.
Join us for an engaging book talk with Charlie Sellars, director of sustainability at Microsoft and author of the #1 best-selling climate book, "What We Can Do: A Climate Optimist’s Guide to Sustainable Living." In this empowering and practical guide, Sellars offers a data-driven framework to help readers embrace sustainability in their personal, professional, and political lives. […]
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: *The livestream will begin at 9:55 a.m. ET. 9 a.m. | Breakfast 9:55 to 10 a.m. | The Star-Spangled Banner Performed by Elizabeth Schmitt JD'27 10 to 10:45 a.m. | Remarks and Readings 10:45 to 11 a.m. | Veterans Resources 11:05 to 11:45 a.m. | Retiring of the Flag Ceremony (In Person […]
Join the Graduate Admissions Team for an info session focused on the application process. We’ll cover all the elements of an application, including transcripts, professional resume, essay(s), character and fitness, and letters of recommendation. This session will get you acquainted with the application process and provide insight on how to put together a strong application […]
The Office of Admissions invites you to a lecture on presidential power with Rodney A. Smolla, professor and former VLGS president. Professor Smolla is a renowned scholar on matters relating to constitutional law, civil rights, freedom of speech, and mass media. Please register in advance by clicking here. *This event is geared toward prospective JD […]
The Office of Admissions invites you to join graduate admissions counselors for an overview of our master's, LLM, and certificate programs. You'll also learn about application strategies, timelines, and scholarship opportunities. Please register in advance by clicking here. *This event is geared toward prospective master's, LLM, and certificate students.
The Office of Admissions invites you to join us for a session devoted to animal protection policy with Laura Ireland, associate director of our Animal Law and Policy Institute. We’ll explore careers in animal advocacy and the programs we offer to get you there. The session will also feature a mini-lecture and Q&A session with […]
The Office of Admissions invites you to join us for a session focused on public policy with Professor Stephen Pimpare, Master of Public Policy (MPP) Program Director. We’ll explore the MPP core curriculum, opportunities for experiential learning, specialization areas, and careers. Please register in advance by clicking here. *This event is geared toward prospective master’s […]
Vermont Law and Graduate School presents a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration: "Unarmed Truth, Audacious Faith and the Presence of Justice." Carolyn Finney, PhD—scholar and artist-in-residence at Middlebury College—will be this year's guest speaker. The event will be held both in person and livestreamed virtually.
Join Aude-Mathilde Gallaud LLM'24, our international admissions counselor, for an info session focused on the application process for international applicants. We’ll cover all the elements of an application, including evaluated transcripts, English Language Proficiency requirements, professional resume, essay(s), character and fitness, and letters of recommendation. This session will get you acquainted with the application process […]