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Byrne, Loren B

Synthesizing Science

Photograph of the South side of the Brownell House located at 94 West Main Road in Portsmouth, RI.  Purchased by Hugh Samson to be dismantled and re-erected in Little Compton, RI.https://docs.rwu.edu/baker_images/1922/thumbnail.jp

Samson House 004: Original Brownell House in Portsmouth, RI

Dismantling the Brownell House in Portsmouth, RI to be re-erected in Little Compton, RI.https://docs.rwu.edu/baker_images/1937/thumbnail.jp

Samson House 034: Dismantling Brownell House

Brownell House Interior.https://docs.rwu.edu/baker_images/1932/thumbnail.jp

Samson House 024: Brownell House Interior

Photograph of the interior of the Brownell House in Portsmouth RI.  First floor, Great Room, possibly the west wall.https://docs.rwu.edu/baker_images/1927/thumbnail.jp

Samson House 014: Brownell House, First Floor Great Room

Unlabeled photograph - framing lay-out for Samson House re-erection.https://docs.rwu.edu/baker_images/1949/thumbnail.jp

Samson House 058: Framing Lay-out

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Adrienne Wooster

Roger Williams University School of Law

Roger Williams University 
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School of Law Conferences, Lectures & Events School of Law Publications 
2-28-2024 
Inclusive Legal Education: Navigating Faculty-DEIB 
Collaborations: Integrating Doctrine & Diversity Speaker Series 
Roger Williams University School of Law 
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 Part of the Law and Society Commons, Legal Education Commons, and the Legal Profession 
Commons 
Inclusive Legal Education: Navigating 
Faculty-DEIB Collaborations: Integrating 
Doctrine & Diversity Speaker Series 
                                              Wednesday, February 28, 2024 
 
                Inclusive Legal Education: Navigating Faculty-DEIB Collaborations 
 
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM EST | Zoom Webinar 
Join us for a dynamic conversation as we delve into successful collaborations between law school faculty 
and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) professionals. Ideal for law professors and 
administrators seeking actionable strategies, this webinar provides practical insights for forging 
impactful alliances. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be inspired and equipped for transformative 
partnerships. 
This event is co-sponsored by Roger Williams University School of Law, City University 
of New York School of Law, George Washington University Law School, Berkeley 
Law, and JURIST. 
REGISTER HERE! 
Learn more about the featured speakers here! 
Featured Speakers 
• Mark Bell, Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, University of Bal�more School 
of Law 
• Carmia N. Caesar, Associate Dean for Jus�ce, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, GW Law 
• Vernadete Horne, Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, St. John's University School 
of Law 
• Kathy Seward Northern, Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion, The Ohio State University 
Moritz College of Law 
• Lisa Sonia Taylor, Assistant Dean for Diversity, Inclusion and Affinity Rela�on, American 
University Washington College of Law 
• Joni Wiredu, Assistant Dean of Academic Excellence, Professorial Lecturer, American University 
Washington College of Law 
Moderator  
• Nicole P. Dyszlewski, Professor and the Director of Special Programs, Academic Affairs, RWU Law 
 
Program Registration Required 
Join us for a dynamic conversation as we delve into successful collaborations between law school faculty 
and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) professionals. Ideal for law professors and 
administrators seeking actionable strategies, this webinar provides practical insights for forging 
impactful alliances. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be inspired and equipped for transformative 
partnerships. 
This event is co-sponsored by Roger Williams University School of Law, City University of New York 
School of Law, George Washington University Law School, Berkeley Law, and JURIST. 
2:00 - 3:30 PM EST 
REGISTER 
In 2021, RWU Law began sponsoring an ongoing Integrating Doctrine & Diversity Speaker Series in 
collaboration with CUNY School of Law and JURIST. Each previous installment has been attended by 
hundreds of legal education professionals from across the country. 
PREVIOUS SESSIONS 
Meet the Speakers 
 
Mark Bell 
Mark Bell currently serves as Director of Diversity Initiatives and Recruitment with the University of 
Baltimore School of Law.  He has over 25 years of experience in the field of higher education.  For much 
of his career, he has been guiding organizations in becoming more diverse, equitable and inclusive 
workplaces. As Director of Diversity, he advises the school of law senior leadership team and leads 
strategic diversity efforts that advance the schools mission and vision. He has served as an adjunct 
professor for over 15 years at the University of Baltimore and Cecil College and is the founder of LTG 
Consulting.   
Mark holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice studies and a master’s degree in public administration 
with a focus on policy.  Both obtained at the University of Baltimore. He is currently pursuing a second 
master’s degree in Negotiations and Conflict Management.  
 
Carmia N. Caesar 
Carmia N. Caesar joined GW Law in 2021 as the inaugural Associate Dean for Justice, Equity, Diversity, 
and Inclusion. Associate Dean Caesar brings extensive experience in programming, counseling, and 
experiential learning having served as the Director of Externships and Experiential Learning and an 
adjunct professor at Georgetown University Law Center and Howard University School of Law. She was 
on the Diversity Committees at both law schools, working to expand the DEI infrastructure and 
programming that met the unique needs of both communities. While at Georgetown, Associate Dean 
Caesar created the Component Classroom, a field placement seminar model that maximized teaching 
resources and expanded the program to serve hundreds of JD students each year. At Howard, in 
addition to externship teaching, she taught Introduction to the American Legal System in the LLM 
program and Social Justice Lawyering. 
In practice, Associate Dean Caesar represented clients in civil rights, domestic violence, and housing 
matters; and at the intersection of education and the juvenile criminal system. 
She is a graduate of Pomona College and Harvard Law School and was a Leadership Fellow with the 
Northern California Center of the Coro Foundation. 
 
 
 
Vernadette Horne 
Vernadette Horne is the Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, joined St. John’s Law School 
in June 2021 after serving as Senior Director of Career Services and Diversity Initiatives at Hofstra Law 
School for 15 years.  Ms. Horne currently serves as a member of the Diversity Committee for the New 
York State Bar Association and as the Co-Chair of the Diversity Committee for the New York State Bar 
Association’s Commercial & Federal Litigation Section.  
 
Kathy Northern 
Kathy Northern is the Robert M. Duncan/Jones Day Designated Associate Professor of Law at The Ohio 
State University Moritz College of Law where she has been a professor since 1991.  She currently serves 
as the Associate Dean for Inclusive Excellence, represents the law school to the Office of Diversity and 
Inclusion Leaders and Advocates group, and serves on the University’s Workgroup for Inclusive 
Excellence.  She has also served as Associate Dean for Admissions and Associate Dean for Academic and 
Student Affairs while at Moritz.  Dean Northern teaches in the areas of Tort Law, Poverty Law, Products 
Liability, and Environmental Justice.  She serves on the Board of the Law and Leadership Institute, a 
pipeline program for underrepresented and under resourced high school students and has been deeply 
involved with this pipeline program since its inception in 2008. Dean Northern received her J.D. from 
Harvard Law School, her B.A. in Political Science and a B.S. in Psychology from Williams College.  
 
Lisa Sonia Taylor 
Lisa Sonia Taylor is the Assistant Dean for Diversity, Inclusion and Affinity Relations at American 
University Washington College of Law. In her work, Lisa advocates for diversity, inclusion, equity, and 
justice as foundational requirements for academic excellence, community building, leadership, and 
service in law school education. Her work focuses on strategic planning, collaborative initiatives, and 
policies promoting organizational cultural competence. She regularly speaks on practical strategies for 
creating inclusive communities where diverse members experience belonging and thrive. For her work, 
In 2018, Lisa was honored by Missouri Lawyer’s Media for significantly advancing diversity, inclusion, 
and exceptional legal work that promotes dignity and justice for all.  
 
Joni Wiredu 
Joni Wiredu is the Assistant Dean and Professorial Lecturer for the Office of Academic Excellence (OAE) 
at American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) in Washington, D.C. 
Dean Wiredu spearheads strategic and innovative programming related to academic advising, academic 
planning, and increasing students’ bar exam preparedness. She oversees a team of advisors and 
instructors who support student achievement from matriculation through graduation and beyond.  
Dean Wiredu has a special interest in supporting the achievements of diverse students.  She collaborates 
with her partner in crime, Lisa Sonia Taylor, Assistant Dean of Diversity, Inclusion & Affinity Relations, on 
faculty workshops about inclusive pedagogy and best practices in the classroom. With the help of Dean 
Taylor, Dean Wiredu has developed equity-minded practices and principles to build better advising 
frameworks for the team of OAE advisors.  
Dean Wiredu believes in meeting students where they are and providing them with the advising and 
academic assistance they need to succeed in law school and on the bar exam by building on their 
background, life experiences, and learning styles.  
 
Meet the Moderator 
 
Nicole P. Dyszlewski 
Nicole P. Dyszlewski is one of the editors of Integrating Doctrine and Diversity: Inclusion and Equity in 
the Law School Classroom. She currently serves as a Professor and the Director of Special Programs, 
Academic Affairs at Roger Williams University School of Law. She received a B.A. from Hofstra 
University, a J.D. from Boston University School of Law, and an M.L.I.S. from the University of Rhode 
Island Graduate School of Library and Information Studies. She is a member of the Massachusetts State 
Bar and the Rhode Island State Bar. Her areas of interest are mass incarceration, access to justice, and 
systems of race and gender inequality in law. Nicole was the 2020 recipient of the American Association 
of Law Libraries (AALL) Volunteer Service Award and the 2015 recipient of the AALL Emerging Leader 
Award. 
 


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Law Library Newsletters/Blog Law Library 
4-2024 
Law Library Blog (April 2024): Legal Beagle's Blog Archive 
Roger Williams University School of Law 
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 Part of the Law Librarianship Commons, Legal Education Commons, and the Legal Writing and 
Research Commons 
    Law Library Blog (April 2024): Legal 
             Beagle’s Blog Archive 
 
            National Library Week 
April 5, 2024 
 
Get your racing outfit on as we celebrate a beloved part of our law school this week, the library. 
Each year, the American Library Association (ALA) announces a week in the spring to celebrate 
libraries across the nation. This year’s celebration begins April 7th and lasts through April 13th. 
The theme is Ready, Set, Library! Inspired by this, the law library staff has crafted their own 
Formula One racing theme to commemorate the week.  
At the circulation desk you’ll find sweet and salty treats for your enjoyment along with some 
stunning bookmarks that display notable Formula One racetracks. These tracks are some of our 
favorites, and you will notice throughout the week they match the tracks highlighted on 
our National Library Week LawGuide. Starting Monday, in addition to the informative 
‘Paddock’ page, you will see ‘Race’ pages. Numbered 1-5, one race will be added each day. Be 
sure to read the whole page to learn more about important library resources, that day’s featured 
staff member(s), and our day-to-day library policies. Answer the quiz at the end to be entered for 
a prize! You won’t want to miss this chance to win a framed vintage Formula One poster, a car 
safety tool, and racing book.  
Speaking of missing out on really cool things, make sure to mark your calendars for a lunch with 
Steve from Lexis on Monday, April 8th in the Bayview room! This event provides an 
opportunity to learn more about Lexis AI. Knowledge is fuel, and Steve’s is the best on the 
market.  
Our law library would not be the study sanctuary it is without our student workers and staff. 
Whether you’re making a pit stop for snacks and bookmarks or attending the Lexis lunch, please 
thank your library workers! 
     Exam Time Stress & Wellness 
April 18, 2024 
 
Final exams are upon us again at RWU Law. It can be an extremely challenging time for law 
students. The Law Library has several suggestions that can help you reduce your stress levels; 
we also offer a variety of resources to help you prepare for your finals. 
Reduce Your Stress Levels 
1. Watch Cute Baby Animals.  
The library will be showing live streams of cute baby animals in our main computer classroom 
during reading days and finals. We hope to give you a few moments of joy during your study 
breaks, by featuring various animals.  We even featured jellyfish, which are not cuddly but are 
hypnotic to watch. Please stop by the main computer classroom, you will oohh and ahh over our 
furry and not so furry friends. Studying off campus? Search for your favorite animal(s) and “live 
stream” to find a site that brings you joy. 
2. Review the Stress Management, Mindfulness and Wellness guide. 
Check out the library’s Stress Management, Mindfulness and Wellness guide. You will find lists 
of books and links to general resources for wellness. You will also find links to the RWU Fitness 
Center, where you can take a break and destress through exercise. If you need someone to talk 
to during exam times, or any other times, please contact the RWU Counseling Center. The Dean 
of Students Office at RWU Law is also available to provide resources and guidance for a wide 
variety of students needs and concerns. 
3. Listen to your body.  
Being focused on your studies may lead to not fulfilling your basic needs. Use the HALT 
method to address your needs. HALT stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired. These four 
states can affect your mood and behavior, affecting your work negatively.  
a. Are you Hungry - Make sure to eat while you are studying hard. Try to choose healthy 
foods that will improve your mood and give you energy. 
b. Stay hydrated. Symptoms of dehydration include headache, muscle cramps, sleepiness, 
lack of energy, and irritability. To help you stay focused, make sure to drink enough 
fluids and try to minimize caffeine intake. 
c. Are you Angry or Lonely? Try to identify why you are feeling this emotion so you can 
address it. Asking for help is difficult, but remember your family, friends, and the RWU 
Law community all want you to succeed. You may need to take a break or talk things 
through with a friend, family member, or someone else. The Counseling Center on 
campus is available on weekdays from 8:30am to 5:00pm and offers remote services 
available when the center is closed. Visit their web page to find out more information. 
d. Are you Tired? You may be physically, mentally, and/or emotionally tired. Take a break; 
close your eyes and take a deep breath; go for a quick walk; grab a bite to eat; head to 
bed early and wake up ready to go. 
Help to Prepare for Finals 
1. Visit the Study Aids Guides. 
The Law Library’s staff has prepared study aids guides to the major study aids in the library’s 
collection to supplement your outlines and class materials. These guides are organized by class 
subject, including guides for all 1L classes and many 2L and 3L classes. In these guides, you will 
find links to the Law Library’s popular print and eBook study aids; audio and visual resources 
(such as the Sum & Substance Audio series & LexisNexis Courtroom Cast); and online, print, and 
eBook resources you can use to test yourself on concepts from class. 
2. Book a Study Room. 
You can book a study room for individual or group study sessions. Please read the full policy to 
ensure that you are familiar with its terms. We will be actively canceling reservations that do not 
follow this policy and repeated failures to comply with the policy will result in the loss of 
reservation privileges through the end of the semester. 
3. Refer to Academic Excellence Resources. 
Don’t forget to look at the resources available through the Academic Excellence Program, from 
Writing Center information to time management suggestions, as well as learning from previous 
exams. The Academic Excellence Program offers tips and tricks for studying and writing as well 
as tutorials, handouts, and contact information. 
While studying in the library, please remember that sound travels across the library.  Please be 
courteous to your fellow students by keeping the noise down.  Some students enjoy background 
noise as they study, while others do not. 
Remember the Law Librarians are here to answer your questions or to help point you in the right 
direction just Ask a Librarian. 
Good luck with your finals! 
 


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