Events Calendar

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 Vermont Law and Graduate School community. 

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2023 Thomas M. French Veterans Advocacy Fund Pro Bono Boot Camp

Advocating for Veterans with Disabilities The South Royalton Legal Clinic’s Veterans Legal Assistance Project, with the generous support of the Thomas M. French through 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 […]

NALSA Symposium 2023: ICWA and Environmental Justice

A panel discussion with ICWA and tribal law experts along with renowned journalist, Rebecca Nagle about the current Supreme Court challenge to the Indian Child Welfare Act and how its decision could implicate tribal sovereignty and environmental protections in Indian Country.

Still Doing Life – An Art Exhibit and Panel Discussion

  The Center for Justice Reform at Vermont Law and Graduate School invites you to join us for this special opportunity to hear from authors and Restorative Justice leaders Howard Zehr and Barb Toews, about their process and stories behind the "Still Doing Life" art exhibit and book.   This art exhibit and panel will […]

Still Doing Life – An Art Exhibit and Panel Discussion in Burlington

The Center for Justice Reform at Vermont Law and Graduate School invites you to join us for this second, special opportunity to hear from authors and Restorative Justice leaders Howard Zehr and Barb Toews, about their process and stories behind the "Still Doing Life" art exhibit and book. This art exhibit and panel […]

MASTER OF ANIMAL PROTECTION POLICY (MAPP) Webinar

Join Associate Professor of Law and the Director of the Animal Law and Policy Institute Delci Winders as she discusses our new Master of Animal Protection Policy (MAPP) degree. MAPP students learn to navigate law and policy landscapes and effect change for animals. The curriculum, developed by faculty from the Animal Law and Policy Institute […]

The Evolution of Animal Law

Join Fiona Farrell JD'85, Laura Fox JD/MELP'13, and Will Lowrey JD'17 on May 3 at noon ET for a conversation about the transformation of animal law—both at VLGS and across the U.S.—from property law to legal advocacy. Each panelist will share their unique journey into animal law, the work they are doing now, and the […]

Executive Master of Environmental Policy & Master of Climate and Environmental Policy Information Session

Dean Jenny Rushlow discusses the Master of Climate and Environmental Policy (MCEP), a robust applied policy degree dedicated to finding and implementing solutions to the most significant challenges of our day at the intersection of climate change and environmental justice. She introduces our new Executive Master of Environmental Policy (EMEP), an online degree for mid-level […]

Mandatory Class Meeting

Students will receive detailed marching instructions and a finalized schedule of events for Saturday morning. Participation is mandatory and will assure that your Commencement Ceremony will run smoothly.  

Regalia Distribution

Students will be able to pick up their regalia (caps and gowns) for Saturday morning. Regalia for the Commencement Ceremony will be organized in alphabetical order. Please do not send anyone to pick up regalia on your behalf.  

Formal Grad Photos

Graduates can sign up for professional, formal photos in regalia. There are a few open spots left for formal graduation photos. Please click this link to sign up. A fee of $25 is due at the time of your appointment. Questions can be directed to the Commencement Coordinator, below, or email Courtney Potter […]