International Legal Studies Events Calendar

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, November 18
12:00–1:30 p.m.

Life On & Slightly to the Right of the Autism Spectrum:
Observations on Autism in China And Other Countries

presented by
Stephen M. Shore, ED.D
Assistant Professor of Special Education, Ruth S. Ammon School, Adelphi University

Pound 419

Thursday, November 19
2:30 p.m.

Semester Abroad Information Session Coffee Hour

Expand your legal education with a semester abroad! HLS has several exchange programs around the world that offer students a terrific opportunity for academic and personal development. Come hear more about the exchange programs from students spending a semester at HLS from exchange partner schools in the following countries: 

Australia
Brazil
China
South Africa
Switzerland

Hauser 105

For more information on semester abroad, please see the International Legal Studies website: 
www.law.harvard.edu/academics/degrees/special-programs/study-abroad/semester-abroad.html

Sponsored by International Legal Studies

Thursday, November 19
6:00 p.m.

"Corporate Governance, Wealth Creation and Banking Supervision: Developments from Nigeria"

presented by
Professor Tunde Ogowewo

Come enjoy a lecture, discussion, and dinner (food will be served)!

Pound 201

Professor Ogowero is the former Counsel for the Federal Republic of Nigeria and oil companies. He co-chaired the conference under the auspices of the U.S. State Department of Commerce, which led to the adoption of a Model Law on Investment in Africa. He is a former Co-Editor of the Journal of African Law (Cambridge University Press), and he is currently on the editorial board of the African Journal of International and Comparative Law (Edinburgh University Press).

Sponsored by Harvard African Law Association

Friday, November 20
12:00-1:30 p.m.

You're Not Universal and Stop Whining About It:
Sexuality and the Limits of Human Rights
a presentation by
Scott Long
Director, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Rights Program,
Human Rights Watch

For over a dozen years and on several continents, Scott Long has documented and advocated against human rights violations based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and HIV status. For five years he lobbied the United Nations on sexual rights issues; his work led to U.N. human rights mechanisms agreeing publicly for the first time to take up gay and lesbian concerns.

Hauser 105

This event is open to the public, but an RSVP is required in order to ensure accurate numbers for lunch. Please RSVP by emailing hrp@law.harvard.edu or by calling 617-495-9362.

Sponsored by the Human Rights Program