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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. 

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VJEL Symposium: Climate Justice LIVE

Chase Community Center 164 Chelsea St., South Royalton, VT

The Climate Justice LIVE symposium—presented by the Vermont Journal of Environmental Law (VJEL)—focuses on climate justice and community advocacy through three key panels: Legal Protection for Immigrants and Farmworkers, Indigenous Rights and Climate Justice, and Versatility and Experience.  This event will explore the intersection of climate change, vulnerable communities, and legal advocacy. Featuring expert panelists and a […]

Money for Nothing: Guide to Bankruptcy Relief

Virtual

Debt can be stressful. This lunch and learn session will offer an introduction to the fundamentals of consumer bankruptcy, tailored specifically for non-attorneys. Participants will gain insights into the different types of bankruptcy, including Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, and understand the processes involved in filing for bankruptcy.  Hosted by the Veterans Legal Assistance Project […]

Alumni in Energy Regional Symposium: Emerging Energy Issues in New York and New England

St. Anne's Institute 160 N. Main Avenue, Albany, New York

Join Vermont Law and Graduate School alumni, industry leaders, and energy experts for an in-depth discussion on the evolving energy landscape in New York and New England. This one-day symposium will explore key topics shaping the region's energy future, featuring expert panels and a distinguished lunchtime keynote from Brenda Brickhouse MERL'18, Technical Director of EPRI's […]

Rooted in Law: Shaping the Future of Agricultural Systems 

Chase Community Center 164 Chelsea St., South Royalton, VT

Following the United Nations' designation of 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives, the Food and Agricultural Law Society (FALS) and the Food Law Student Network (FLSN) are proud to showcase the innovation, resilience, and community-driven impact of agricultural cooperatives in Vermont and nationwide. This symposium, Rooted in Law: Shaping the Future of Agricultural Systems, will emphasize […]

Overview of the Online Hybrid JD Program

Virtual

Join us as we discuss our flexible Online Hybrid JD program. Accessible anywhere, anytime, this program offers a top-tier legal education tailored to fit your schedule and aspirations. Beth McCormack, dean of Vermont Law School, and Roger Pao, director of the Online Hybrid JD program, will be present to share their valuable insight and answer […]

20th Annual Norman Williams Distinguished Lecture in Land Use Planning and the Law: Navigating an Energy Transition

Oakes Hall, Room 007 164 Chelsea Street, South Royalton, Vermont

The Environmental Law Center at Vermont Law and Graduate School invites you to hear from Dr. Sarah Mills, director for the Center for EmPowering Communities at the University of Michigan's Graham Sustainability Institute. The U.S. has only just begun to see the rapid expansion of renewable energy on our landscapes. Technological advancements and reductions in […]

Executive Orders and Competing Constitutional Conceptions of Presidential Power

Virtual

The Office of Admissions invites you to tune in as Vermont Law and Graduate School President Rod Smolla leads a lecture on executive orders and competing constitutional conceptions of presidential power.  President Smolla has been and remains an active litigator. He is particularly well known for his representation of American and international clients on matters […]

Veterans Advocate Training Program

Chase Community Center 164 Chelsea St., South Royalton, VT

The South Royalton Legal Clinic’s Veterans Legal Assistance Project, with the generous support of the Thomas M. French Veterans Advocacy Fund, is honored to provide this introductory continuing legal education (CLE) program focused on preparing attorneys and appointed representatives. Attorneys and other advocates must be accredited to practice before the VA. Within 12 months after […]

VLGS Commencement Ceremony

Royalton Town Green 194 Chelsea St., South Royalton, Vermont

Vermont Law and Graduate School’s 49th Commencement Ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 10 a.m. on the Royalton Town Green. A reception that includes food, champagne, and a steel drum band will take place immediately after the ceremony on the Debevoise Hall Back Lawn. The reception is free and […]

June Admissions Open House

Yates Common Room at Vermont Law and Graduate School 164 Chelsea Street, South Royalton, Vermont, United States

Attending this dynamic event is the perfect way to envision life as a Vermont Law and Graduate School student. Throughout the day, you will get an in-depth look at the many opportunities available and how VLGS can help you reach your goals. In addition to being greeted by our amazing faculty, staff, and students, you'll […]