Schedule of Events
Times, locations and presenters subject to change.
Thursday,
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Combating Terrorism: Charting the Course for a New Administration Annual two-day summit on national security law co-sponsored by the Center for Law, Ethics and National Security, the Center for International and Comparative Law and the Program in Public Law. For more information, including registration instructions, visit the Combating Terrorism Conference webpage. CLE credit available.* |
Friday, April 11 |
Combating Terrorism Conference Reunion ’08 Registration The Role of the Lawyer in the War on Terrorism A Blueprint to Lead: Developing Lawyers Into Leaders Lawyers have a responsibility and unique opportunity to lead - not just in the legal profession, but in our communities, nation, and world. Hear Duke Law Dean David F. Levi and Professor James E. Coleman discuss the ideals and skills that make a lawyer a leader, the ways in which law schools can prepare students for leadership, and how Duke Law faculty, students and alumni have served as leaders in everything from the launch of the environmental law movement to efforts to achieve justice for the wrongfully convicted. Join Dean David F. Levi at this invitation-only event honoring members of the Barrister Donor Society and the Heritage Society. Reunion ’08 Registration
Reunite with your classmates for dinner and drinks at Duke's exquisite Nasher Museum of Art. Tour the museum's collections and join Dean David F. Levi and President Richard H. Brodhead as they kick off the weekend with a welcome and recognition of distinguished alumni award recipients and The Honorable Robinson O. Everett L'59, who is celebrating 50 years of teaching at Duke Law. Silent Auction to Benefit PILF Visit the Silent Auction to benefit the Public Interest Law Foundation, which provides summer fellowships to students who wish to work in public interest areas. |
Saturday, April 12 |
Reunion ’08 Registration Continental Breakfast Duke Law Dicta Be one of the first participants in "Duke Law Dicta," a new oral history project that aims to capture stories about our unique Duke Law culture and history. Similar to NPR's "StoryCorps," the "Duke Law Dicta" project invites alums to interview each other in front of a camera about their favorite law school experiences. Possible topics include, but are certainly not limited to: funniest moment in class, how I met my spouse at Duke Law, the moment I realized I was a real lawyer, most important thing I learned in law school, or, in honor of Judge Everett's 50th year teaching at Duke Law, a favorite memory of Judge Everett. Look for the "Duke Law Dicta" signs at the Law School during Reunion Weekend -- we can't wait to hear your stories!
Duke Law alumni and professors will discuss the early Roberts Court from a variety of perspectives. Kenneth Starr L'73 and Duke Law Professors Ernie Young and Walter Dellinger will participate in a panel discussion moderated by Duke Law Associate Professor Neil Siegel. CLE credit available* The BALCO Scandal, the Mitchell Report, and the Future of Anti-Doping Efforts in Domestic and International Sport Climate Change and the Law Duke University President Richard H. Brodhead presents the annual State of the University Address. Building Tour Dean Levi will discuss his vision for the Law School and answer alumni questions during this informal session.
Join us for a traditional southern barbecue, an afternoon of family fun, and entertainment for the kids. Building Tour Class of 1958 and Half Century Club Lunch Golf at the Washington Duke Inn Tee times available. Bus Tour of Campus See how much we've grown! A tour bus will take you to new facilities on West, North, Central, and East campuses. (Not recommended for small children.) Lemur Center Tours See the world-renowned lemurs of Madagascar at the Duke Lemur Center. Tour begins promptly at 3:00 pm. Bus departs the Law School from Science Drive at 2:45 pm. African-American Alumni Pre-Reception The Black Law Students Association cordially invites all African-American alumni to a reception with current African-American students. Join us to share stories and traditions new and old as we continue the legacy of African-American excellence at Duke Law School. International Alumni Pre-Reception International alumni are invited to gather and share memories with representatives of the International Studies Office, including Associate Dean Judy Horowitz and Assistant Dean Jennifer Maher L'83. Pre-Reception for Alumni in Support of Public Interest and Pro Bono Programs
Your class reception and dinner provide the opportunity to catch up with classmates, visit with Duke Law professors, and relax in a private dining room just for your class. Children’s Dinner While the parents gather with classmates, children ages 4 to 14 are invited to a supervised dinner with kid-friendly entertainment. Post-Reception When class dinners are over, the reminiscing doesn’t have to stop. Gather at the Washington Duke Inn with other Law classes. Cash bar. Reunions Gala Join undergrad reunion alumni for dessert, drinks, and dancing following your class dinner. Fireworks end the evening. |
Sunday, April 13 |
Champagne Breakfast Reunion Weekend Worship Service * North Carolina CLE Credit for these sessions will be offered. Directions on how to apply for credit in other states will be provided. Sessions, presenters, and other details are subject to change. |
Reunion ’08 Kick-Off Celebration
Early Perspectives on the Roberts Court
Alumni Family Picnic & BBQ
Class Receptions & Dinners