There are limited seats available for students to attend the following diversity events. Please RSVP to Sharon Van Leer at sharon.vanleer@mitchellhamline.edu if you are interested in attending either event.
The Minnesota Asian Pacific American Bar Association is hosting its 2020 Annual Gala, “Moving Forward Together” virtually on Monday, October 14, 2020 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. Attendees will still be able to come together for an incredible evening.
This year’s keynote speaker is The Honorable Tony N. Leung, Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota. Judge Leung will be speaking on the history of affinity bar organizations in Minnesota.
The evening will also feature a panel discussion with Ann Anaya, Jerry Blackwell, Don Liu, and Forrest Tahdooahnippah on the topic of “Moving Forward Together” in diversity, inclusion, and antiracism moderated by Ivan Fong.
Join MNAPABA and prominent attorneys of color in Minnesota as we discuss strengthening relationships and supporting colleagues across affinity groups to advance diversity, inclusion, and antiracism in 2020 and beyond.
Visit the MNAPABA website for more information about the event. Contact Sharon Van Leer by Friday, October 2 to register for these limited seats. 1 hour of diversity credit is available.
The YWCA forum, “Let’s Talk Race” is being held on Monday, October 21, 2020 from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Mitchell Hamline School of Law is a proud sponsor of the event. Contact Sharon Van Leer by Monday, October 7 to register for these limited seats. 1 hour of diversity credit is available.