CWSL Hosts Harvard Law Professor Randall Kennedy

SAN DIEGO (March, 2025) - California Western School of Law (CWSL) hosted guest speaker Randall Kennedy, Michael R. Klein Professor of Law at Harvard Law School. Professor Kennedy is a renowned American legal scholar whose research focuses on the intersection of racial conflict and legal institutions in America.

Professor Kennedy’s lecture, “Freedom of Expression and the Race Question”, tackled the topics he is currently researching for a book project. Students, alumni, faculty, staff and San Diego community members filled the room to listen to him discuss how his mindset and outlook on freedom of expression has shifted over the years and why, using academic discourse and legal precedent to punctuate his words.

Professor Kennedy’s talk was met with lively discussion, considerate questions, and well-received honest answers. CWSL is proud of the inquisitive questions from our community and their clear eagerness to comprehend and engage with the law. CWSL is also grateful for the thoughtful responses and approachable demeanor of our distinguished speaker.

This event was made possible by CWSL’s Dean and Professor Robert K. Castetter and Marjorie B. Castetter Fund.

About California Western School of Law  
For 100 years, California Western School of Law (CWSL) has trained practice-ready lawyers and thoughtful advocates for justice. As the first and longest-running law school in San Diego, CWSL remains committed to providing students with the fundamental knowledge, skills, and real-world experience to thrive in a rapidly evolving legal landscape. CWSL enrolls a student body representative of our diverse society, amplifying access to opportunities for social and economic mobility. Tailored programming allows students to focus on specific areas of interest, and distinguished faculty are dedicated to student growth and scholarship on critical social issues. The law school emphasizes practical, hands-on training through clinics, internships, externships, and pro bono service. CWSL is committed to excellence in education, nurturing compassionate legal professionals who use the law effectively and creatively to solve complex human and societal problems. For more information, visit www.CWSL.edu.