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Join Professor Harpalani as he examines how admissions litigation reflects persistent racial stereotypes, including the model minority myth and the soft bigotry of high expectations.
Acclaimed legal advocate, educator, and author Calvin Duncan visited California Western School of Law to share his remarkable journey from wrongful conviction to nationally recognized advocate for justice.
California Western School of Law welcomed Dr. Karen Korematsu, founder of the Fred T. Korematsu Institute and daughter of civil rights icon Fred Korematsu, for a powerful discussion on civil liberties, constitutional rights, and the enduring impact of one of the nation's most significant legal cases.
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Earning a law degree from California Western means mastering legal theory and fundamentals, honing critical-thinking skills, and gaining the ability to apply the law in dynamic settings. For more than 100 years, California Western has succeeded in helping law students gain the skills and experience that employers and clients seek.
CWSL entering 1L’s took the Oath of Professionalism at the James M. Carter and Judith N. Keep U.S. Courthouse.
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California Western Weekly
Faculty at California Western School of Law (CWSL) continue to produce groundbreaking work and present it across the country and around the globe.
Issue 42 - October 16, 2026
Constitutional Law Faculty Preview Upcoming Supreme Court Term at Annual First Monday Program
California Western constitutional law faculty provided an overview of the U.S. Supreme Court’s upcoming term during the annual First Monday program, highlighting major cases and legal issues to watch.
Drive Change
At CWSL, we have cultivated more than just legal minds; we have fostered a vibrant community where solidarity and support reign. As President of CWSL’s Black Law Student Association, I have witnessed firsthand the power of unity in overcoming challenges and championing diversity. Together, we have excelled academically and forged lasting bonds that transcend the confines of our campus.
Lauren Strackbine ’13 Promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer of the San Jose Sharks
Congratulations to Lauren Strackbine ’13 on her promotion to Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer for the San Jose Sharks. Her promotion reflects her leadership, professional accomplishments, and continued success in the sports industry.
California Western Innocence and Justice Clinic Helps Secure Exoneration of Wrongfully Convicted Los Angeles Man
After years of wrongful imprisonment, a Los Angeles man was exonerated with support
from California Western's Innocence and Justice Clinic, highlighting the Clinic's
ongoing work to correct miscarriages of justice.
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I would choose CWSL a thousand times over. Everyone I have met, including faculty, staff, and students, has been very welcoming ... Everyone wants each other to succeed, and that is clear in the interactions they share.