Board of Directors, 2007-2008 President: Eric Ritter
Secretary/Treasurer: Matt Krauss
Advocacy Chair: Mina Makarious
Speakers Chairs: Vicki Shiah & Zach Gerson
Social/Outreach Chair: Becky Hammer
Green OCI Chair: Ben Thibault
Alumni/Career Relations Chair: Elizabeth Kruse ^top Mission The Harvard Environmental Law Society was founded in 1970 by three Harvard Law students who perceived a pressing need for the Law School, and the law in general, to respond more effectively to the nation's environmental problems. To this end, they created an organization that was committed to preparing students to creatively and intelligently use the law in the service of the environment. Since HELS's founding, the field of environmental law has been ever-changing, but the organization’s central mission remains the same: to strengthen the capacity of its members to make real contributions to the field of environmental law -- and to the environment itself -- in the local, national and international communities. ^top
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What is HELS?
The Harvard Environmental Law Society (HELS) is a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization directed and staffed by students at Harvard Law School. We organize a variety of events related to environmental law, from lectures and conferences to whale-watching trips and barbeques. We look not only the legal side of environmental issues, but also at the policy, science and management aspects that all environmental professionals should understand. And of course, we have a great time in the process and organize the best trips and social events on campus. What will HELS do this year?
We have an exciting year ahead, and we invite you participate in any or all of our events. We also welcome your ideas for new events and trips. The following are some of the things HELS will do in 2005-06: - Hike, whale-watch, and go on other outings;
- Hold barbeques, beer-tastings, and other social events;
- Travel to conferences in Oregon, California, New York and DC;
- Participate in the development of HLS’s new Environmental Law Program;
- Host a variety of exciting environmental speakers, from practitioners to Senators;
How can I get involved?
The best way to stay informed is to join our mailing list. Just email els@law.harvard.edu with “Join mailing list” in the subject line, and we will happily add you to our list. You don’t have to wait until September – we’ll send out updates over the summer. You can also send questions, comments, or suggestions to that address. We check it frequently.
Contact us: els@law.harvard.edu ^top
Map
Here is a Map showing how to get to the ELS office in the basement of Story hall. ^top |
