Library Blog

The weekly library blog contains news, research resources, and information about library events. To view archived copies of library newsletters and blogs from 1996 to present, visit Docs@RWU.

It’s Finals! Stop kitten around!
December 7, 2018
The law library knows that this time of year is not for monkeying around. Because of outlining, studying, and exam-taking, this time of year is particularly difficult for law students and those that
Exam Time Reminders
November 30, 2018
Finals are almost here and the library has a few reminders: stay calm, stay caffeinated, stay courteous. Over the next few weeks, please remember that sound carries in the library, especially when you
Researching EDGAR Filings
November 19, 2018
EDGAR is the name of a database which provides public access to corporate information at no cost . EDGAR, which stands for the Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval system, allows
Coastal Resilience
November 16, 2018
This month the library is highlighting books on coastal resilience with a new book display! According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Ocean Service, coastal
No Time for a Good (Long) Read? Consider the New York Times
November 8, 2018
Law School keeps everyone busy. There never seems to be enough time to do all of the things that you want and need to do. The reading to prepare for class, researching papers, or client matters seems
Armistice Day to Veterans Day: Recognizing Those Who Served
November 2, 2018
Each year we take one day to recognize those men and women who protect our country. One day of recognition for the rights and freedoms we enjoy every day as a result of their service. What we know
Halloween Obsessions and LP Review Sessions!
October 26, 2018
Imagine enjoying a nice, leisurely stroll through a haunted corn maze when all of the sudden Jason pops up with a chainsaw, causing you to take a tumble and hurt your ankle. If one of your first
Diversity in the Judiciary
October 19, 2018
Diversity is foundational to our work at Roger Williams University School of Law and to the work of the US justice system. One of the ways in which diversity impacts justice is in the diversity of the
Hands-on Resources: The Law Clinic Series LawGuides
October 12, 2018
A funny thing happened on the way to writing this post. When the Legal Beagle came calling for comments on this story, our Associate Law Librarian Lucinda Harrison-Cox saw an opportunity to look at
Women in Law
October 5, 2018
This October we are celebrating women in law. On October 4th, the Women's Law Society of Roger Williams University School of Law held its annual Women in Robes event . This year the event celebrates