Jane Kahn '77 Undergraduate Research Fellowship Awarded!

Micah Rothkopf and Josh Gladstone are the Spring 2023 recipients of the Jane Kahn '77 Undergraduate Research Fellowship for their proposal Reclaiming Humanity in an Inhumane System: The Reintegration Experience for Ex-Incarcerated Individuals with Disabilities. Congratulations!

Congratulations to Professor Rosalind Kabrhel!

In Fall 2022, Professor Kabrhel received 2 grants from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to help fund educational programming for formerly incarcerated students of the Brandeis Educational Justice Initiative.

"From Prison to Promise: Breaking the Cycle of Mass Incarceration"

In January 2023, Professor Kabrhel had a blast visiting with Brandeis alumni and Brandeis National Committee members in Phoenix and Tuscan Arizona, where she delivered a talk titled "From Prison to Promise: Breaking the Cycle of Mass Incarceration."

Experience the Magic of Storytelling: Professor Breen's Lectures at Bedford Free Public Library

Professor Breen's exceptional storytelling skills are renowned on campus. Recently, he has extended his reach to the community by delivering a series of captivating lectures at the Bedford Free Public Library on the fascinating topic of Antarctica exploration. Starting from March, he will also be sharing his expertise on the Mercury and Gemini space programs through an enlightening lecture series in Lexington.

Professor Dan Breen's Impactful Talks on Free Speech and Fourth Amendment Cases for Alumni and Friends

As part of Brandeis University's Faculty in the Field program, Professor Dan Breen traveled to Florida in January to deliver talks to groups of Brandeis alumni and friends. In Stuart, he shared his insights on the Miami Herald's history of defending Free Speech, while in Sarasota, he delved into how a pair of pivotal Florida Fourth Amendment cases highlight the role of federal judges in both 'making' and 'interpreting' law. Both events drew significant crowds, demonstrating Professor Breen's expertise and appeal to audiences beyond the university campus.

"Sisters in Law: How Sandra Day O'Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg Went to the Supreme Court and Changed the World" by Linda Hirshman

In honor of Women's History Month, this month's recommended book is about two prominent figures of Sandra Day O'Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg, two women who broke barriers and became the first female Supreme Court Justices in the United States. It explores their individual paths to the Supreme Court, the challenges they faced, and the impact they had on the legal profession and society as a whole.

Hirshman weaves together their personal stories with the legal and political context of the time, creating a compelling narrative that highlights the significant contributions of these two women to the advancement of women's rights and the fight for gender equality.

"Sisters in Law" is a fascinating and inspiring read that showcases the resilience, determination, and groundbreaking achievements of these two trailblazing women. It's a must-read for anyone interested in the history of women in law and the ongoing struggle for gender equality.

This book is available at the Main Library here at Brandeis.

Movie Recommendation: She Said (2022)

"She Said" (2022) is a film that tells the story of two female investigative journalists who uncovered the sexual abuse and harassment allegations against Harvey Weinstein, which led to his downfall and the start of the #MeToo movement. This movie depicts the arduous journey of locating and speaking with survivors, as well as the obstacles that survivors had to overcome when making the difficult decision to go public with their stories. It is a significant and important movie about women in law, shining a light on the experiences of those who have faced harassment and abuse and the power of speaking out against injustice.