Podcasts about sustainability center

Valerie Hawkins joined Widener Law Commonwealth in June 2024 as our new communications Manager. She will serve as the new host of Widener Law Commonwealth's podcast. In her first episode, Val talks to Matthew Kerns, associate dean of admissions, and Matthew Brown, associate director of financial aid, to help guide prospective law students through the often overwhelming process of applying to law school and applying for financial aid. Learn insider tips from our law school admissions and financial aid experts!    Episode Transcript (PDF) Mentioned in this episode:  WLC Admissions Webpage: https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/prospective-students/admissions/ WLC Financial Aid Webpage: https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/prospective-students/affording-law-school/ Book recommendation: Painless American Government   Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with four specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, Business Advising Program, and Center for Equity & Justice. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.   Music Credit: LeChuckz

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience. Watch the video version on WLC's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYaACpVlzQs.  Cafecito with LALSA Episode 7: This episode features Kimberly Diaz (LALSA President) introducing their guest speaker Professor Steven A. Ramirez from Loyola University Chicago who discusses "The Stakes of Election 2024 for Latino/a voters".   Find the audio version of the podcast on your favorite podcast app.  Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.   Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience. Watch the video version on WLC's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRVKVR_r-X4.  Timestamps: 00:30 Episode Start 00:46 Introductions 01:30 Year in Review and Law School Reflections 09:35 First Vacation Spot After the Bar Exam 10:10 Love in Harrisburg 12:28 Mental Health During Bar Prep 19:06 What's One Thing You'll Miss Most 22:38 Advice for Current and Future Law Students 32:07 Bar Coaches and General Classroom/Exam Experiences 38:30 What Type of Law Do You Want to Practice 42:42 Regrets 45:05 Would You Come Back to Visit in 10 Years 47:33 Student Org Leadership Transition Meetings 54:47 Favorite Class 59:19 Goodbye 59:40 How Would You Like to Be Remembered Episode Transcript (PDF) Cafecito with LALSA Episode 6: This episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President), Kevin Ezeuzoh (BLSA President) and Ashley Varughese (APALSA President). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as Widener Law Commonwealth students. Find the audio version of the podcast on your favorite podcast app. Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.   Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Gabriel Bowen is a Professor of Geology and Geophysics and member of the Global Change and Sustainability Center at the University of Utah, where he leads the Spatio-temporal Isotope Analytics Lab (SPATIAL) and serves as director of the SIRFER stable isotope facility. His research focuses on the use of spatial and temporally resolved geochemical data to study Earth system processes ranging from coupled carbon and water cycle change in geologic history to the movements of modern and near-modern humans. He has co-authored more than 180 peer reviewed papers and book chapters, and his work has been supported by more than $16 million in grants from the US National Science Foundation, other US government agencies, and private foundations. In addition to fundamental research, he has been active in developing cyberinformatics tools and training programs supporting the use of environmental geochemistry ‘big data' across a broad range of scientific disciplines. He is a Fellow of the American Geophysical Union, Geological Society of America, and Kavli Frontiers of Science program and a recipient of the American Geophysical Union's 2012 James B. Macelwane Medal. https://wateriso.utah.edu/findem/

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience.  Watch the video version on WLC's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMC_ZljFyTU.    Cafecito with LALSA Episode 5 featuring Law School Moms: This episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President) having a conversation with Gabrielle Spisak and Helene Hess. Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as Widener Law Commonwealth students who became first time moms during law school.   Timestamps 00:34 Episode Start 01:28 Experience Having a Baby in Law School 04:18 Stress Levels Being Pregnant During Law School 06:40 Cravings While Pregnant 07:59 Would You Change Anything 11:35 Kids' Activities 12:50 It Takes a Village 15:30 Motivation 16:30 Mental Health, Changing Identities, and Coping Strategies 30:04 Bar Exam 38:00 Social Media as Moms 41:00 No Regrets 43:00 Balancing Work and Family 47:57 Maternal Instincts 48:22 Advice for Other Law School Parents 50:36 Babies' Sleep Issues 52:48 More Advice 1:01:39 Shoutout to Don 1:02:35 Other Moms at Widener Law Commonwealth    Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.     Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience. Watch the video version on WLC's YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/57QoUWs0PDY Timestamps 1:43 OUTLaw Overiew  6:17 LGBTQ+ Experiences at WLC 8:37 Reese's Backstory 16:11 Molly's Backstory 22:43 Pronouns Discussion 27:26 Mental Health in Law School 38:00 American Constitution Society 42:09 Controversial Topics Within the LGBTQ+ Community 1:05:45 Favorite Professors Episode Transcript (PDF) Cafecito with LALSA Episode 4 featuring OUTLaw: This episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President) and Tommy Begley (LALSA Treasurer) having a conversation with Reese Rosso (OUTLaw President) and Molly Sanders (OUTLaw Vice-President). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as Widener Law Commonwealth students.  Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.   Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Most diets seem to be about what NOT to eat, but the best way to improve your health and longevity in the long run is to forget diets and focus on foods to say YES to—what preventative medical expert and chef Dr. Michael Crupain calls The Power Five. In this episode he explains what the healthiest foods are and how they can lead to a life full of flavor. Michael Crupain, MD, MPH is board certified preventive medicine physician and author of the cookbook The Power Five.  He has had a unique career path, first training in Neurosurgery, then switching to preventive medicine. He served as the Director of the Food Safety and Sustainability Center at Consumer Reports, was medical director at the Doctor Oz show where he won two Emmy Awards. He is on faculty at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, is a member of the board of the American College of Preventive Medicine, and is the Executive Vice President of Clinical Services at Sharecare. He is a constant student of culinary traditions around the world and has trained with top chefs in New York, at cooking schools in Europe and Asia, and with mothers and grandmothers from different cultures. The theme that connects all of Dr. Crupain's work is his mission to make the world a healthier and more delicious place.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience. Watch the video version of this episode on WLC's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/4yYzlzPhBQw  Timestamps 0:00 Episode Teaser 0:33 Episode Start 1:25 APALSA Generally 7:32 Struggles as First Generation Law Students 10:32 Managing Stress and Mental Health Issues 17:25 Changes in How Older Generations View and Approach Mental Health Awareness 22:48 Why Law School and How Female Lawyers are Viewed by Certain People 29:33 What Type of Law Do You Want to Practice? 31:54 Internship Obstacles as a Person of Color 33:55 Lost in Translation: Language Quirks 37:00 Finding Your Community in Law School: Fears and Experiences 40:00 APALSA Events and its Future Cafecito with LALSA Episode 3 featuring APALSA (Asian-Pacific American Law Student Association): This episode features Angelica Alonso (LALSA member) and Katrina Perea (LALSA member) having a conversation with Ashley Varughese (APALSA President) and Sneha Henry (APALSA Treasurer). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as minority Widener Law Commonwealth students. Audio Transcript (PDF) Find the audio version of the podcast on your favorite podcast app.   Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.   Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Host Tara Mead announces her departure and gives a programming update.    Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.     Music Credit: LeChuckz

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience. Watch the video version of this episode on WLC's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/TUi4VDdnltw. Timestamps 0:00 Episode Teaser 0:38 Episode Start 1:11 BLSA Generally 3:56 Mentorship and Struggles Finding a Community in Law School 10:18 Managing Mental Health 13:42 What Made You Come to Law School 16:22 Working from Home v Going to the Office 18:54 Topics Impacting the Black Community 26:44 Using Social Media In Law School 30:27 Bear Hunting 32:22 Video Games 36:09 Willie the Dog 37:06 Briefing a Case in Law School 39:12 Favorite Professors 41:52 What Doesn't Kill you Makes You Stronger Mentality 45:09 For 250K, would you become a 1L again? 48:28 Barbri Coach Kevin kcezeuzoh@widener.edu 49:21 "Final" Remarks 51:23 Halloween 54:57 Episode End Cafecito with LALSA Episode 2: This episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President) and Tommy Begley (LALSA Treasurer) having a conversation with Kevin Ezeuzoh (BLSA President) and Richard Dixon (BLSA Social Media Rep). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as black Widener Law Commonwealth students. Audio Transcript (PDF)    Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.   Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

It's something law students know is in their future — the Bar. In this podcast, host Tara Mead checks in with Widener Law Commonwealth's Director of Bar Success Jamie Zadra and discusses the ways she helps students prepare for one of the most important exams of their career.  Episode Transcript (PDF) Metioned in this Episode Jamie Zadra's Contact Informatoin 717-541-3919 jlzadra@widener.edu   Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.     Music Credit: LeChuckz

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience.  Episode 1: This introduction episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President), Lilianel Mullenex (LALSA Vice President) and Tommy Begley (LALSA Treasurer). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as first generation, Latin-American, Widener Commonwealth Law students. Watch the video version of this episode on WLC's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/wgFYEs9THz0.  Timestamps 0:00 Episode Teaser  0:45 Episode Start 7:16 Learn about LALSA 14:50 First Generation Law Students 23:02 Mental Health in Law School 30:48 What's Coming Up   Audio Transcript (PDF)  Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.   Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Externships are a great way for our law students to gain experience and make vital connections to help them navigate their future legal careers. On this edition of our podcast, host Tara Mead talks with Air Force First Lt. Julia Harrelson, who discusses externship opportunities through the Air Force Judge Advocate General Corps, including what criteria must be met before applying, and the benefits of completing this type of externship while in law school.  Episode Transcript (PDF) Metioned in this Episode Air Force JAG Recruiting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USAFJAG/   Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.     Music Credit: LeChuckz

In this episode of Voices from the Field, Samantha O'Byrne, CEO of the O'Hara Commons & Sustainability Center farmers market in Hamilton, Montana, gives us a behind the scenes look at the role of a farmers market manager during a conversation with NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Omar Rodriguez.  Key to Samantha's management philosophy is a dedication to local foods and the desire to ensure that both the market and the farmers who offer their goods for sale succeed through mutual support and engagement.  This material is based upon work that is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, under award number G182-21-W7903 through the Western Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program under project number PDP20-009. USDA is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.  Related ATTRA Resources:·        Farmers Market Pricing Strategies for Vendors ·        Farmers Markets: Marketing and Business Guide ·        Farm Branding: Selling Your Products Through Story ·        Episode 267. How Farmers Markets Do More Than Sell Local Goods Other Resources:  ·       The O'Hara Commons & Sustainability Center Contact Omar Rodriguez at omarr@ncat.org Please complete a brief survey to let us know your thoughtsabout the content of this podcast. You can get in touch with NCAT/ATTRA specialists and findaccess to our trusted, practical sustainable-agriculture publications,webinars, videos, and other resources at ATTRA.NCAT.ORG. 

In this episode of Voices from the Field, Samantha O'Byrne, CEO of the O'Hara Commons & Sustainability Center farmers market in Hamilton, Montana, gives us a behind the scenes look at the role of a farmers market manager during a conversation with NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Omar Rodriguez.  Key to Samantha's management philosophy is a dedication to local foods and the desire to ensure that both the market and the farmers who offer their goods for sale succeed through mutual support and engagement.  This material is based upon work that is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, under award number G182-21-W7903 through the Western Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program under project number PDP20-009. USDA is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.  Related ATTRA Resources:·        Farmers Market Pricing Strategies for Vendors ·        Farmers Markets: Marketing and Business Guide ·        Farm Branding: Selling Your Products Through Story ·        Episode 267. How Farmers Markets Do More Than Sell Local Goods Other Resources:  ·       The O'Hara Commons & Sustainability Center Contact Omar Rodriguez at omarr@ncat.org Please complete a brief survey to let us know your thoughtsabout the content of this podcast. You can get in touch with NCAT/ATTRA specialists and findaccess to our trusted, practical sustainable-agriculture publications,webinars, videos, and other resources at ATTRA.NCAT.ORG. 

This lecture series honors John Gedid, one of the founders of Widener Law Commonwealth, the school's first vice-dean and the founder of Widener Law Commonwealth's Law and Government Institute. Professor Gedid has served as a wonderful mentor to faculty and students. The series showcases the work of nationally recognized scholars in government law much the same way Professor Gedid has fostered, encouraged, and applauded the work of those who joined the school he helped to found. This lecture was presented by Edward B. Shils Professor of Law and Political Science Cary Coglianese from the University of Pennsylvania Penn Carey Law School. Professor Coglianese, who also serves as the director of the Penn Program on Regulation, specializes in the study of administrative law and regulatory processes, with an emphasis on the empirical evaluation of alternative processes and strategies, including the role of public participation, technology, and business-government relations in policymaking. Episode Transcript (PDF)   Mentioned in this episode:  View the recorded event on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3F0NMYTk1vI    Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.     Music Credit: LeChuckz

Classroom learning is certainly important during law school, but having practical experience in the field is also vital. In this Widener Law Commonwealth podcast episode, host Tara Mead talks with two students, Kimberly Marrera and Emily LaGreca, who share their own externship and internship opportunities and how valuable they've been to them.  Episode Transcript (PDF)   Mentioned in this episode:  WLC Externships Webpage: https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/academics/practical-learning-opportunities/externships/  WLC Clinic Webpage: https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/academics/practical-learning-opportunities/civil-law-clinic/    Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.     Music Credit: LeChuckz

In this podcast, you'll hear from Paul Edger '11, Widener Law Commonwealth's Alumni Association president, who shares his law school experience, some advice for current students, and ways alumni can connect with the WLC community. Episode Transcript (PDF) Mentioned in this episode:   WLC Law Commonwealth Alumni Office Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/761377143953866  WLC Alumni LinkedIn group https://www.linkedin.com/groups/7020856/  WidenerCONNECT https://connect.widener.edu/  WLC alumni website page https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/alumni-friends/a-strong-community/   Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.     Music Credit: LeChuckz

Making the decision to go to law school is a pretty significant step in starting your law career. So how do you determine which law school is right for you? In this podcast, host Tara Mead talks with Widener Law Commonwealth Associate Dean of Admission on the best ways to begin (and complete) your law school search to ensure it's the right fit.    Episode Transcript (PDF)   Mentioned in this Episode:   WLC admissions office contact information Phone: 717-541-3903 Email: admitcwlaw@widener.edu Website: https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/prospective-students/why-widener/     Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.     Music Credit: LeChuckz

Widener Law Commonwealth prides itself on having nationally and internationally recognized experts in a variety of legal fields, including environmental law. In our latest podcast, host Tara Mead talks with Professor John Dernbach, director of the law school's Environmental Law and Sustainability Center about his work, including his role in the recent COP27 international conference, a new book, and his future plans as he looks toward retirement next year.  Episode Transcript (PDF) Mentioned in this Episode: Environmental Law and Sustainabililty Center   ELSC blog   Model sustainability ordinances from Professor Dernbach's Sustainability Law and Practice class   John Dernbach's website   Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.     Music Credit: LeChuckz

Widener Law Commonwealth's Central Pennsylvania Law Clinic offers students an opportunity to use and develop their legal skills to help people in need in our community. Podcast host Tara Mead talks with Professor Mary Catherine Scott, director of the clinic, on her work with the students, including their newest endeavor regarding legal issues impacting the elderly.  Episode Transcript (PDF) Mentioned in this Episode: Central Pennsylvania Law Clinic 717-541-0320 https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/academics/practical-learning-opportunities/civil-law-clinic/  Dauphin County Area Agency on Aging  https://www.dauphincounty.org/government/departments/area_agency_on_aging/services/legal.php  MidPenn Legal Services https://www.midpenn.org/  YWCA Domestic Violence Legal Center https://www.ywcahbg.org/programs/domestic-violence-legal-center   Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.   Music Credit: LeChuckz

This episode contains discussions about human trafficking, sexual assault, and drug addiction. Listener discretion is advised. You may think that human trafficking only happens in big cities or isn't a huge problem in much of the country. You may be surprised to know just how prevalent it is, including here in Pennsylvania. Podcast host Tara Mead talks with anti-human trafficking expert Steve Turner about human trafficking, notably what future and current legal professionals need to know, and how they can play a vital role in helping victims.  Episode Transcript (PDF) Mentioned in This Episode: The YWCA of Greater Harrisburg: 1-800-654-1211 The National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 Pennsylvania Alliance Against Trafficking In Humans Route 15 Phamphlet (PDF) Recording from the CLE event Hiding in Plain Sight – Unmasking Human Trafficking (YouTube Link) Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.   Music Credit: LeChuckz

ABOUT DENISE NAGUIB:Denise's LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/denisenaguibEmail: denise.naguib@marriott.comTwitter: dnaguibBio:Denise was born in Cairo, Egypt where she lived for half of her childhood before moving to Michigan, Minnesota, and finally Oregon.  She attended the University of Oregon, earning a Bachelors of Science in Geography with an emphasis on biological and human impacts on the environment.  After graduating, Denise became involved with Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ocean Futures Society, implementing environmental education programs at various locations.  In 2005, Denise moved to the Cayman Islands to implement Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ambassadors of the Environment program at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman.  Naguib moved to Washington, DC and led the environmental strategy for the brand, as well as supporting the growth of the Cousteau program within The Ritz-Carlton.  In January 2010, Denise joined the Global Operations group at Marriott International and continued her work on sustainability strategy for all brands, as well as expansion of the Cousteau program. In 2012, Denise was named Vice President of Sustainability and Supplier Diversity, integrating both of these important subjects in the company's global operations.  In 2017, Naguib launched the company's new Sustainability and Social Impact platform, Serve 360, and accompanying goals.  Denise is working on a variety of projects including responsible sourcing, food waste, carbon reporting and supporting efforts to increase spend with diverse businesses globally.Denise currently serves as Vice Chair of the Board for WEConnect International, the global organization supporting women businesses around the world.  She is also the Chair of the National LGBT Chamber's Procurement Council, on the Board of The Conference Board's Sustainability Center and serves on the boards of The Ocean Foundation and Arbor Day Foundation.   SHOW INTRO:A few years ago, my family gave me a book that was full of amazing illustrations of planet earth… without humans.The images it showed were both fantastic and tragic. But as you looked through the images one thing became perfectly clear, that earth without humans was actually OK. Now I'm not suggesting that we work hard to leave earth. On the contrary, I'm actually suggesting that we need to work harder at saving earth from ourselves.When you think about it, in the grand scheme of things, the big universal timeline, humans have been around for a micro moment, not even a blink of an eye. And to be sure, in the very short time that we've been around, we have done some pretty remarkable things. There isn't a day go by that I don't marvel at human ingenuity as well as the strange paradox that we equally seem to be working as hard at making this planet uninhabitable for ourselves well at the same time we're trying to save each other from devastating diseases to keep us alive for as long as we can.Which I suppose points to the idea that despite our irresponsible treatment of mother earth we really love being here.As an architect I am particularly tuned in to what our built environment costs, not in terms of materials or operating expenses, but in terms of what it does to the environment around us what natural resources we strip from the earth, the cost of shipping them to construction sites and the leftovers of the construction process that end up in landfill. As a LEED certified architect I'm even more tuned in to the lifespan of buildings and the impact that they have on the environment. Alan weismann's book “The World Without US” brought to light some pretty interesting ideas regarding how the world would be if we simply retreated further into the background and let natural ecosystems take over.We've seen some of these changes over the past two years in the context of the global COVID-19 pandemic. It's kept people inside, animals have had a chance to roam, our urban environments have become less raucous, the ozone layer has had a chance to mend and even the canals in Venice are running clear.So, it does tend to make you want to question what would happen to our planet if for example we weren't here. Now, having said that, I think most of us want to be here. We find this little blue dot spinning uncontrollably in the vast universe an astounding place to be with a wealth of natural resources flora and fauna, that if you look, just for a moment, you can be nothing but amazed at the complexity, beauty, detail and design of all things.It's not surprising as well that during this pause imposed on us over the past couple of years, that people have begun to reconnect to the value of nature. Biophilic design is rolling off the lips of more people these days than ever before and sustainable practices are being embraced and young GenZers, like Greta Thunberg, are being lauded for sailing across the ocean and bringing a global consciousness to the climate change issue.I can tell you, my sons are quite concerned about the planet they've inherited. And what we need to do to make it right in the next few years so that the trajectory of climate change won't lead to a climate calamity. I don't know, maybe it's quite likely that our influence on climate will likely be the demise of humans long before some asteroid hits us like in the movie Don't look up.”I was also quite struck by the Salesforce commercial playing during the Winter Olympics with Matthew McConaughey who was suggesting that space is ‘a final frontier' might be a misappropriation of our attention. We might be better off connecting better and creating viable alternatives to the way that we've treated mother earth, a planet that we've been gifted and need to be better stewards of.I liked the idea of SalesForce's “Team Earth” commercial.Bravo for bringing that into the social consciousness.When I was at Marriott our chief engineer Terry Smith was on a mission to remove plastic bottles from hotels and implement water filtration systems that would remove millions of plastic bottles from landfill every year.You know, there's a plastic island the size of Texas floating in the Pacific Ocean and everything we can do every day to remove things like that from our planet the better off we all will be, humans and ocean life alike. When I was at Marriott there was a woman who seemed to make it her life purpose to connect us to the consequences of our behavior on geography and the natural ecosystems. Denise Naguib is an extraordinary person with a passion for education and growing our awareness of how to interact with a world around us that produces better human outcomes.Denise was born in Cairo, Egypt where she lived for half of her childhood before moving to Michigan, Minnesota, and finally Oregon.  She was originally on an education track that would put her into medicine. But one day, when needing to take an elective for one of the courses to complete her Bachelors degree, she discovered the world of geography… and that changed everything.She earned a Bachelors of Science in Geography degree from the University of Oregon with an emphasis on biological and human impacts on the environment.  After graduating, Denise was hired to be a snorkeling instructor at a summer camp on Catalina island off the coast of California. She had grown up snorkeling and this was a natural fit for her.And, as fate would have it, one day she got a call that led to becoming involved with Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ocean Futures Society, implementing environmental education programs. In 2005, Denise moved to the Cayman Islands (not a bad gig) to implement Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ambassadors of the Environment program at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman.  With the success of that program, Denise then moved to Washington, DC and led the environmental strategy for the brand, as well as supporting the growth of the Cousteau program within The Ritz-Carlton.  In January 2010, Denise joined the Global Operations group at Marriott International and continued her work on sustainability strategy for all brands, as well as expansion of the Cousteau program. In 2012, Denise was named Vice President of Sustainability and Supplier Diversity, integrating both of these important subjects in the company's global operations.  In 2017, Naguib launched the company's new Sustainability and Social Impact platform, Serve 360, and accompanying goals.  Denise currently serves as Vice Chair of the Board for WEConnect International, the global organization supporting women businesses around the world.  She is also the Chair of the National LGBT Chamber's Procurement Council, on the Board of The Conference Board's Sustainability Center and serves on the boards of The Ocean Foundation and Arbor Day Foundation.  When I was at Marriott, I liked visiting Denise in her office as often as I could, because it was filled with plants and just smelled better. Her little enclave of the building felt a little bit like a place that grown over after humans had left. Except that at Marriott Denise Naguib is very much there connecting a network of over 8000 hotels and the companies that supply them to the world of sustainable building practice. She leads a team who spends there days connecting to hearts and minds to what we can learn from, and the value of, natural ecosystems helping to make sure that this little blue dot we live on… will not just be there for future generations but be one we can continue to thrive on.  ABOUT DAVID KEPRON:LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/david-kepron-9a1582bWebsites: https://www.davidkepron.com    (personal website)vmsd.com/taxonomy/term/8645  (Blog)Email: david.kepron@NXTLVLexperiencedesign.comTwitter: DavidKepronPersonal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidkepron/NXTLVL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nxtlvl_experience_design/Bio:David Kepron is a multifaceted creative professional with a deep curiosity to understand ‘why', ‘what's now' and ‘what's next'. He brings together his background as an architect, artist, educator, author, podcast host and builder to the making of meaningful and empathically-focused, community-centric customer connections at brand experience places around the globe. David is a former VP - Global Design Strategies at Marriott International. While at Marriott, his focus was on the creation of compelling customer experiences within Marriott's “Premium Distinctive” segment which included: Westin, Renaissance, Le Meridien, Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Design Hotels and Gaylord hotels. In 2020 Kepron founded NXTLVL Experience Design, a strategy and design consultancy, where he combines his multidisciplinary approach to the creation of relevant brand engagements with his passion for social and cultural anthropology, neuroscience and emerging digital technologies. As a frequently requested international speaker at corporate events and international conferences focusing on CX, digital transformation, retail, hospitality, emerging technology, David shares his expertise on subjects ranging from consumer behaviors and trends, brain science and buying behavior, store design and visual merchandising, hotel design and strategy as well as creativity and innovation. In his talks, David shares visionary ideas on how brand strategy, brain science and emerging technologies are changing guest expectations about relationships they want to have with brands and how companies can remain relevant in a digitally enabled marketplace. David currently shares his experience and insight on various industry boards including: VMSD magazine's Editorial Advisory Board, the Interactive Customer Experience Association, Sign Research Foundation's Program Committee as well as the Center For Retail Transformation at George Mason University.He has held teaching positions at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.), the Department of Architecture & Interior Design of Drexel University in Philadelphia, the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (L.I.M.) in New York, the International Academy of Merchandising and Design in Montreal and he served as the Director of the Visual Merchandising Department at LaSalle International Fashion School (L.I.F.S.) in Singapore.  In 2014 Kepron published his first book titled: “Retail (r)Evolution: Why Creating Right-Brain Stores Will Shape the Future of Shopping in a Digitally Driven World” and he is currently working on his second book to be published soon. David also writes a popular blog called “Brain Food” which is published monthly on vmsd.com. 

Scott is a scientist, advocate, and educator working at the intersection of social justice and biodiversity conservation. He helps manage the amazing Radix Center in the South End of Albany, NY. Among many other amazing projects that we talk about with Scott, Radix is… growing trees without cloning in order to increase genetic diversity and help protect against pests; planting trees such as paw-paws with climate change in mind; teaching a love for the living environment and an ethic of reciprocity; turning vacant lots into nut orchards; and practicing “compost justice.” Radix is a model for other regions when it comes to connecting urban agriculture, education, and justice. This is an episode you don't want to miss!Are you a business owner? Become an HRN business member! For $500 HRN will shine a light on your work AND you will help sustain our mission to expand the way people think about food. As a thank you for this tax-deductible donation, your business will receive on-air mentions, social media posts, listings on our website and more. Go to heritageradionetwork.org/biz to become a business member today. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Fields by becoming a member!Fields is Powered by Simplecast.

A Wallace Stegner Center Green Bag TALK DESCRIPTION: Energy democracy is a social movement and a research area that is focused on the question of how to ensure that ongoing energy transitions are as democratic, just, and equitable as possible. Dr. Endres is the co-editor on the newly released Routledge Handbook of Energy Democracy (Routledge, 2022), a transdisciplinary anthology that uses a social science and humanities lens to explain key concepts, present state-of-the-art research, and highlight key on-the-ground practices of energy democracy. The book addresses the issues of energy access, ownership, and participation at a time when there are expanding social, political, environmental, and economic demands on energy systems. Endres will present a conceptual framework that guides research on energy democracy and offer examples from several of the chapters in the book. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Danielle Endres (Ph.D., University of Washington) is Professor of Communication at the University of Utah. She is also affiliated faculty in the Environmental Humanities Program and the Global Change and Sustainability Center at the University of Utah. Her research focuses on the rhetoric of science and environmental controversies including nuclear waste siting decisions, climate change, and energy transitions. She is currently working with her graduate student, Nico Hernandez, on a three-year project to better understand practices of energy democracy in Puerto Rico. Endres's research is guided by principles of environmental justice and often focuses on how underrepresented groups and Indigenous Nations engage in science and environmental decision-making. Endres is the co-author of Participatory Critical Rhetoric: Theoretical and Methodological Foundations of Studying Rhetoric In Situ and the co-editor of several books, including the Routledge Handbook of Energy Democracy. She has also published in Quarterly Journal of Speech, Rhetoric & Public Affairs, Communication and Critical Cultural Studies, Western Journal of Communication, Environmental Communication, Argumentation, Argumentation & Advocacy, and Local Environment. The National Science Foundation and several fellowships from the University of Utah have funded her research. Outside of work, Endres enjoys walking in the mountains, reading mystery books, seeing live music, and visiting national parks with her partner and two kids. Please contact The King's English Bookshop to order a copy of the Routledge Handbook of Energy Democracy. For questions about this event, contact events@law.utah.edu. This episode was originally recorded and broadcast, Thursday, February 3, 2022 Utah Law Podcast ULAW Podcast U Law Podcast Utah Law ULAW U Law

Njathi Kabui or simply known as Chef Kabui is an eclectic organic Chef & Medical Anthropologist with a passion for Food Justice, Food Literacy, and Organic farming. He has designed his own disruptive cuisine called “Afro Futuristic Conscious Cuisine”  _  He has also given lectures at universities such as Duke University, the University of Cape Town, Rutgers University, and the University of Michigan.  In Kenya, he has set up a Food Literacy and Sustainability Center in Naivasha which aims at promoting Agro-Ecological farming, Cookery, Futuristic Kitchen, Food Library, Content creation, and a seed bank. _ Subscribe to my Newsletter

In November 2021, 20,000 people will come together in Glasgow, United Kingdom, at the COP26 climate talks hosted by the United Nations. Among the conference participants is Dr. Chris Elisara, Director of the Creation Care Taskforce at the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA), and Associate Director of WEA's Sustainability Center in Bonn, Germany. Chris has over 20 years of experience working in the creation care movement. Chris shares with Wissam al-Saliby @walsaliby about WEA and Evangelical engagement at COP26, the Christian Climate Observers Program, the outcomes they are hoping for from COP26, church mobilization in support of creation care and against climate change, and his prayer requests. Show notes: WEA Creation Care Taskforce Website https://www.weacreationcare.org  WEA Sustainability Center https://wea-sc.org/  Climate Vigil Campaign https://www.climatevigil.org Christian Climate Observers Program COOP http://www.ccopclimate.org  CCOP Newsletter subscription link https://climatecaretakers.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=804df820a2b6bb42a96e4b2ea&id=c31dbf3409  WEA Clean Energy Initiative https://www.weacreationcare.org/project-20-25   Climate Tracker https://climateactiontracker.org/  Economic simulations and climate impacts https://www.climateinteractive.org/tools/en-roads/ Connect with the Didomi Collective via: Email contact@didomi.co  Newsletter https://podcast.ausha.co/didomi?s=1  Twitter https://www.twitter.com/didomi_co Instagram https://www.instagram.com/didomi_co  Music was generously provided by artist C4C.

One of the joys of being a Widener Law Commonwealth student is meeting alumni. Gabriella Romeo ’21, Student Bar Association President, interviewed alumnus Anthony Cox ’17. In-person restrictions did not keep them from a fun and engaging interview. In addition to his comments during the interview, Anthony emphasizes the importance of mentorship. "Seek mentorship. My motto is make it to the top and send the ladder back down to help others up. There is nothing like having someone guide you up the ladder who has been up before." Anthony D. Cox Jr. is an associate attorney at Dickie McCamey and Chilcote. His practice consists primary of civil and commercial litigation on the defense side. Anthony is also the chair of the firm’s professional licensing defense group where he represents professionals before state and federal agencies. Anthony is a May 2017 graduate of Widener Commonwealth where he served as President of BLSA for two-years; and editor on the Law Review; the President of Moot Court; and a Vice-President for the Trial Advocacy Honor Society. Anthony currently serves on the Widener Commonwealth Alumni Board; Dean’s Diversity Board; and is the Co-Vice Chair of the Pennsylvania Bar Association Minority Bar Committee. Anthony is passionate about assisting BLSA and mentoring Widener Commonwealth students. Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information. #lawschool​ #lawstudents​ #alumni​ #WidenerLawCW​ #WidenerPride​ #prelaw   Music Credit: LeChuckz

One of the joys of being a Widener Law Commonwealth student is meeting alumni. Gabriella Romeo ’21, Student Bar Association President, interviewed alumnus Prince Holloway ’08. In-person restrictions did not keep them from a fun and engaging interview. As a Trial attorney at Stampone O’Brien Dilsheimer Law, Prince is dedicated to standing up for both the injured and the innocent. He is the unique attorney that practices and produces results in both plaintiffs’ civil litigation and criminal defense. Prince’s civil practice concentrates on helping catastrophically injured persons obtain the compensation they deserve. Prior to joining Stampone O’Brien Dilsheimer Law, he served as an Associate at a well-respected personal injury firm based in Philadelphia. In this role, he gained invaluable trial experience and developed an interest in representing children and the elderly who were abused and neglected in the foster care and nursing home settings. He has also successfully represented numerous individuals injured by motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and medical negligence. Prince takes great pride in representing victims of crimes and has brought claims against Universities, bars and restaurants. With respect to his criminal practice, Prince represents clients facing all manner of criminal charges, including DUIs. Having previously served as an Assistant District Attorney in Montgomery County, he successfully prosecuted DUI cases and major felony crimes, including attempted murder, aggravated assault, and narcotics violations. This varied and extensive experience further demonstrates Prince’s trial expertise, as well as his thorough understanding of how to build a strong case through investigation and evidence gathering. In 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020, Prince was named as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyers “Rising Star,” an award bestowed on the top 2.5% of all lawyers in Pennsylvania under the age of 40. Prince is currently licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania; and the State of New Jersey. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Prince is a loyal Philadelphia sports fan. He enjoys playing basketball and flag football, as well as attending concerts. Prince lives in the East Falls section of Philadelphia with his wife and three children Charlie, Frankie and Ace. Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.   Music Credit: LeChuckz

The 14th Annual Dean’s Diversity Forum Faith in the Future: America’s Ongoing Quest to Build a Diverse Democracy. Keynote Speaker: Vincent Rougeau Vincent Rougeau is the dean of Boston College Law School, the inaugural director of the new Boston College Forum on Racial Justice in America, and the 2021 president of the American Association of Law Schools. Dean Rougeau has just been named the first lay president of the College of the Holy Cross. Panelists Iva Ferrell, Associate Professor of Legal Methods at Delaware Law School The Honorable Royce L. Morris, Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas Joseph Robinson, Executive Director at the MLK Leadership Development Institute Books referenced during the presentation include: Caste – Isabel Wilkerson My Grandmother’s Hands – Resmaa Menakem How to be Antiracist – Ibram X. Kendi Four Hundred Souls: A Community History of African America, 1619-2019 – Ibram X. Kendi The New Jim Crow – Michelle Alexander Dr. King’s Letter from Birmingham Jail Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man – Emmanuel Acho Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information. #lawschool #WidenerLawCW #diversity #lawstudents   Music Credit: LeChuckz

One of the joys of being a Widener Law Commonwealth student is meeting alumni. Gabriella Romeo ’21, Student Bar Association President, interviewed alumna Niki Carter ’08. In-person restrictions did not keep them from a fun and engaging interview. Niki currently works at TE Connectivity, a company that designs and manufactures connectivity and sensors products for harsh environments. In her position at TE, Niki counsels the Aerospace, Defense & Marine business unit, and more specifically serves as North American regional commercial counsel for the Aerospace & Defense business and lead counsel for the Marine, Oil & Gas, business. Niki is an experienced business legal advisor, with extensive expertise with U.S. Government, Department of Defense contracts and acquisition regulations. As a trusted business advisor, Niki counsels internal clients on a variety of matters, including contract negotiation and interpretation, customer claims, risk and liability issues, and emerging issues in relevant regulatory frameworks. She also regularly evaluates government acquisition compliance, leading to the drafting and updating internal policies and procedures, and development and deployment of internal training programs. Although Niki currently practices in a traditional in-house role, her career path has taken many twists and turns. As a result, she advocates for and encourages law students to consider non-traditional legal-adjacent career paths. Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information. #lawschool​ #lawstudents​ #alumni​ #WidenerLawCW​ #WidenerPride

The 2021 Jurist in Residence Lecture, A Second Chance: Rehabilitation, Reform and Reentry, sponsored by the Law and Government Institute, was held on Thursday, February 4. The lecture will be presented by The Honorable Royce L. Morris, Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas. Featured Panelists Hon. Scott A. Evans, Criminal Calendar Judge, Dauphin County Kelly Evans, Deputy Secretary, Office of Reentry, PA Board of Probation and Parole Daniel Karhnak, Senior U.S. Probation Officer Douglas Hollis, Mentoring Coordinator, Sound Community Solutions (former juvenile lifer) Judge Morris's Biography After more than 25 years of distinguished service as an attorney and civic service to his community, Royce Morris was elected to serve as a Judge on the Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas in 2018. Judge Morris has provided numerous Continuing Legal Education Seminars for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute and the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, having previously served that organization as president, vice president and treasurer. He was an adjunct professor at Harrisburg Area Community College teaching criminal law and criminal evidence for more than ten years. Judge Morris received a gubernatorial appointment to serve on the Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing and served on the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Task Force on the Code of Judicial Conduct. Judge Morris serves on the House of Delegates for the Pennsylvania Bar Association and is the former chair of the Equal Professional Opportunity Committee for the Dauphin County Bar Association and the Capital Area Managing Partners Diversity Initiative. Named by Philadelphia Magazine as a “Pennsylvania Super Lawyer” from 2008-2017, he rated at the highest level of professional excellence, AV preeminent, by his peers at Martindale Hubbell. Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information. Follow the Law and Government Institute on Twitter @WidenerLG.   Music Credit: LeChuckz

Widener Law Commonwealth's Environmental Law Distinguished Speaker Series Presented: Earth in Trust: Inalienable Rights for a Collective Ecological Future on November 19, 2020. Mary Christina Wood is a Philip H.Knight Professor of Law at University of Oregon and Faculty Director of the law school’s nationally acclaimed Environmental and Natural Resources Law Program. Her research focuses on a fundamental rights approach to ecological restoration and distribution of resources. She is one of the foremost authorities in the world on the pubic trust principle and is widely credited with originating the approach used in youth-led litigation across the U.S. and in other countries around the world invoking the principle to hold government accountable for promoting the fossil fuel energy system. She is a frequent speaker on global warming issues and has received national and international attention for her sovereign trust approach to global climate policy. Professor Wood is author of Nature’s Trust, Environmental Law for a New Ecological Age (Cambridge University Press), as well as textbooks, book chapters, monographs, and articles spanning environmental and natural resources law, tribal sovereignty, and climate crisis. Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

Elaine Grunewald is the Founder of the AI sustainability Center and Co-author of Sustainability: A Swedish Approach to Transforming Your Company, Your Industry, and the World. In today’s episode Grunewald shares how to: Bake in the secret Swedish sauce into your company The risks and opportunities of sustainability Why impact is exponential

Amelia Legare saw a red barn at Greig Farm in Red Hook and many possibilities for improving the environment. As a gardening instructor for an elementary school, she started with talking to farm-owner Norman Greig about starting a native-plant garden at the farm but soon a host of ideas for using local ingredients in household items, selling them in bulk to reduce use of plastic, forming a community compost CGA, providing classes on environmental issues (and yoga), and more were not only conceived by implemented. Since the goal was sustainability with zero waste, the barn was converted into a bulk-goods emporium for household products and named “The O Zone,” for a place with zero negative impact on the environment. RadioRotary is delighted to bring new of Lagare’s vision and enterprise to a greater audience. Listen to the program to learn about the many ways The O Zone can improve both the environment and your life. Learn more: The O Zone: https://theozonehv.com/ Greig Farm: https://www.greigfarm.com/ Environmental Sustainability: https://www.thebalancesmb.com/what-is-sustainability-3157876 Native Plant Gardening: https://www.wildflower.org/learn/guide-native-plant-gardening Community Composting: https://ilsr.org/composting/what-is-community-composting/ CATEGORIES Environment Quality of Life --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/radiorotary/support

This is a recording of the 2020 Annual John Gedid Lecture Series: The President and the Rise of Partisan Administration of the Law hosted by Widener University Commonwealth Law School, Law and Government Institute. This lecture series honors John Gedid, one of the founders of Widener Law Commonwealth, the school’s first vice-dean and the founder of Widener’s Law and Government Institute. Professor Gedid has served as a wonderful mentor to every faculty member the school has hired. The series showcases the work of nationally recognized young scholars much the same way Professor Gedid has fostered, encouraged, and applauded the work of those who joined the school he helped to found. Speaker Kevin M. Stack is Lee S. & Charles A. Speir Professor of Law at Vanderbilt University Law School. He writes and teaches in the areas of administrative law, separation of powers, and statutory interpretation. In 2019, he was appointed as a Public Member of the Administrative Conference of the United States.  In 2013, he received the American Bar Association’s Annual Scholarship Award in 2013. He is co-author (with Lisa S. Bressman and Edward L. Rubin) of The Regulatory State, a casebook on statutes and administrative lawmaking. He served as law clerk for the Honorable Kimba N. Wood (S.D.N.Y) and the Honorable A. Wallace Tashima (Ninth Circuit). Before his J.D at Yale Law School, he earned a master’s degree in philosophy at Oxford University, supported by a Fulbright Scholarship, and a B.A. from Brown University. Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information. Follow the Law and Government Institute on Twitter @WidenerLG.     Music Credit: LeChuckz

As the nice weather becomes less certain the air cools, making vigorous outdoor exercise like biking more agreeable. Ms. Lilly will be schooling us using the Sustainability Center at Yale University's seven biking tips, and Lawrence will be offering up tandem biking tips and tech advice. Our surprise feature Canadian bucket list segment comes from Iron Maiden's celebrated lead guitarist and self-proclaimed fishing enthusiast, Adrian Smith. Adrian speaks with Lawrence about his favorite Canadian outdoor destinations directly from the banks of the Thames River near London, England.

One of the joys of being a Widener Law Commonwealth student is meeting alumni. Gabriella Romeo ’21, Student Bar Association President, interviewed alumnus Steve Ryan ’07. In-person restrictions did not keep them from a fun and engaging interview. Steve, a Brooklyn, NY native turned Central Pennsylvanian, shared his legal journey beginning from his first days at Widener to his well-established career in Workers’ Compensation Law. Keeps your eyes out for a special appearance of Gabriella’s cat Mia and your ears open for Steve’s favorite Harrisburg Pizza joint. Steve Ryan is an associate with Martin Law LLC who practices workers’ compensation law. The primary focus of his practice is on injured workers. He found a passion for this area of the law after observing the difficulties that many workers faced in the workers’ compensation system. In the Spring of 2015, Mr. Ryan became a certified specialist in Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation by the PA Bar Association’s Section on Workers’ Compensation Law as authorized by the PA Supreme Court. Mr. Ryan is an active member of the Pennsylvania Association for Justice (PAJ), Dauphin County Bar Association, and the Pennsylvania Bar Association. He is an avid writer and has written on numerous topics from workers’ compensation in newspapers to fictional short stories. Mr. Ryan received his law degree from Widener University School of Law in 2007. He received his undergraduate degree in English from Brooklyn College in 2002. During law school, he was a Senior Staff Member of the Widener Law Journal and highly involved in the Intensive Trial Advocacy Program (ITAP). Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information. You can also view the interview on our YouTube Channel. #lawschool #lawstudents #alumni #WidenerLawCW #WidenerPride #WidenerInsideTrack Music Credit: LeChuckz

Kommer AI ta över våra jobb? Eller är det kanske istället företagens roll att utbilda personal inom AI och dra nytta av tekniken? I veckans avsnitt av AI-podden får vi celebert besök av inga mindre än Baman Motivala från Salesforce och Anna Felländer som är medgrundare av AI Sustainability Center. Det blir ett runda bords-samtal om hur artificiell intelligens påverkar vårt samhälle – och hur viktigt det är med både förståelse och utbildning inom området. Baman Motivala har byggt upp Salesforce verksamhet i Norden och har haft flera olika chefsroller på företaget sedan 2005. Idag har Baman ansvar för företagets verksamhet i Europa, Mellanöstern och Afrika. Baman Motivala brinner för innovation och har länge föreläst om varför vi bör demokratisera AI. Anna Felländer är en av initiativtagarna till AI Sustainability Center som hon leder tillsammans med kollegan Elaine Weidman Grunewald. Anna Felländer är en av Sveriges ledande experter inom effekterna av digitalisering på organisationer, samhälle och ekonomi och har författat flera rapporter som berör e-handel, fintech och delningsekonomin. Läs mer: https://ai-podden.se

I 16:e avsnittet av Digitala influencer-podden samtalar Consids vd Peter Hellgren och Anna Felländer, medgrundare av AI Sustainability Center, bland annat om framtiden för artificiell intelligens, de etiska dilemman som AI står inför, Annas förebilder och hur vi kan nå en mer jämställd bransch.   Läs mer om podden och dess syfte på: consid.se/digitala-influencer-podden

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown - Tuesday, February 29, 20194:20 pm: From using cell phones in cars to Medicaid expansion, Utah lawmakers seem to regularly reject bills that seemingly have the overwhelming support of public opinion.Why does this happen?Rod will take your calls at 888-570-80105:05 pm: Benjamin Dierker, a law student at George Mason University, joins the show to discuss his piece in The Federalist about why people hope hate crimes have occurred despite a lack of evidence6:05 pm: Taryn Hiatt, Area Director of Americans for Suicide Prevention, joins the program to discuss why the group supports the Extreme Risk Protective Order, or “Red Flag” bill, being presented by Representative Stephen Handy, that would allow guns to be temporarily removed from people deemed to be “at-risk” of harming themselves or others6:35 pm: Brenda Bowen, Director of the Global Change and Sustainability Center at the University of Utah, joins Rod to discuss a new $50 million plan to save the Bonneville Salt Flats

Från rollen som chefekonom och sedermera digitaliserings- och framtidsekonom på Swedbank, har Anna Felländer under de senaste åren inriktat sig allt mer på artificiell intelligens. I januari 2019 slår hon upp dörrarna för AI Sustainability Center i Stockholm, som utifrån ett multidisciplinärt forskningsperspektiv ska hjälpa företag, myndigheter och organisationer att hitta riktningen mot mer hållbar och etisk AI. Tanken är att sätta Sverige och Skandinavien på kartan inom det område där vi kan rikta vår starka etiska värderingsgrund mot nya affärsområden i symbios med kraftfull teknisk utveckling. Programledare: Christian von Essen / Läs mer på http://hejaframtiden.se

  Samantha shares her story of sustainability on this episode of Heart Stock Radio. She is the executive director of O'Hara Commons in Hamilton, Montana where they work to build local economy, promote healthy food options and develop regional self-sufficiency. The Monarch butterfly she holds is the main character in one of the many children's programs they’ve created. Heart Stock Radio is a production of KBMF 102.5 and underwritten by Purse for the People.

Our first Wayback Wednesday episode in celebration of Earth Day on April 22 is a recording from a 2016 lecture by Jerry Taylor. This event was co-sponsored by the Environmental Law and Sustainability Center and the Law and Government Institute. Jerry Taylor is president of the Niskanen Center, during which he provides the case of why conservatives do themselves a disservice by ignoring the risks of climate change. A little about the speaker: Prior to founding the Center in 2014, Mr.Taylor spent 23 years at the Cato Institute, where he served as director of natural resource studies, assistant editor of Regulation magazine, senior fellow, and then vice president. Before that, Mr. Taylor was the staff director for the energy and environment task force at the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC). Over the past two decades, Mr. Taylor has been one of the prominent and influential libertarian voices in energy policy in Washington. He is the author of numerous policy studies, has testified often before Congress, and his commentary has appeared in The Washington Post, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and other prominent print and electronic outlets. https://widenerenvironment.wordpress.... Learn more about the ELSC         Music Credit: LeChuckz

Urvashi Rangan, Ph.D., environmental health scientist, Chief Science Advisor to the Grace Communications Foundation, and former executive director of the Food Safety and Sustainability Center for Consumer Reports, identifies food safety risks, trustworthy and questionable food labels, and green noise in the marketplace. http://greenerchoices.org target=_blank class=external>Greener Choices

Today on Eating Matters, host Jenna Liut speaks with Dr. Urvashi Rangan about Consumer Report's “Crop to Table: Pesticide Report” detailing pesticide use in the US. Dr. Rangan oversaw the drafting of the report during her time as the Executive Director of Consumer Report’s Food Safety and Sustainability Center. Later on the show, Jenna speaks with Ben Turley, co-founder of the Meat Hook – a Brooklyn-based whole animal butcher shop.