University of Kansas School of Law

10/20/2026

Earlier this month, hosted a collection of scholars for the 2026 Kansas Law Review Symposium, “Voting Rights in a Post-Callais World." We spent the day examining the impact of the recent Louisiana v. Callais decision on voting rights law. Thank you to our panelists and all who attended.

10/19/2026

Last month, two KU Law Distinguished Professors participated in Washburn University School of Law’s Great Plains Environmental Law Summit to launch their revamped environmental law center. Professor Robin Craig joined "The Future of Environmental Law" panel, while Professor Uma Outka was part of "The Future of Energy Law" panel.

10/16/2026

Fall Break is here! Take this time to relax and recharge. As a heads-up, Green Hall and Wheat Law Library will have adjusted hours during the break. Always check our website for current building hours.

Find current open hours for the Wheat Law Library at the University of Kansas School of Law.

10/16/2026

Saturday, October 10, marked World Mental Health Day, and at , we made well-being a priority all week long! From spending time with therapy dogs and savoring seasonal treats to discovering wellness resources and listening to an engaging mental health panel, the week was filled with opportunities to recharge and reflect. A big thank-you to everyone who joined us! Let’s keep the conversation going and continue showing up for ourselves and one another.

10/15/2026

The University of Kansas School of Law welcomed the Class of 2029 to Green Hall in August. This year’s incoming class is made up of 121 J.D. students from 22 states and 62 undergraduate institutions. Meet 10 of our new 1Ls and see why they chose :

The University of Kansas School of Law welcomed the Class of 2029 to Green Hall in August. This year’s incoming class is made up of 121 J.D. students from 22 states and 62 undergraduate institutions.

10/14/2026

KU Law Distinguished Professor Stephen Ware has published a new book aimed at helping future and practicing attorneys build on some of the profession's most essential skills.

“Principles of Negotiation, Mediation, and Other Processes of Dispute Resolution” explores the strategies, legal frameworks and real-world dynamics behind negotiated settlements and mediation.

Read more: https://law.ku.edu/news/article/ku-law-professor-writes-book-on-negotiation-skills?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=ware-book&utm_content=news-release

Stephen Ware has new book on negotiation skills for lawyers.

10/14/2026

Student Ambassador Ava Mumgaard is starting off our student ambassador blog series by highlighting one of the best perks of attending KU Law: being just 40 minutes from Kansas City! Read her blog to discover the opportunities and experiences that make KU Law’s location so special: https://bloglaw.ku.edu/why-being-40-minutes-kc-one-best-perks-ku-law?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=ambassadors-26&utm_content=ava-mumgaard

10/13/2026

's annual Tribal Law & Government Conference is partnering with Haskell Indian Nations University Rising Voices, Changing Coasts Hub's annual Children’s Health and Climate Change Symposium to host a two-day event November 12-13.

"Sovereignty: Good Medicine for Healthy Nations & Healthy People" will explore the critical relationship of public policy and law with the environmental degradation that accompanies global climate change. With the cooperation of the Native American Rights Fund and Tribal Nations, both days will feature discussions about the institutional and structural barriers to creating a healthier future for our children.

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The annual Tribal Law & Government Conference at KU Law highlights how work addressing the emerging and historical problems of Indigenous law and governance are critical to strengthening tribal sovereignty.

10/12/2026

KU Law is the No. 6 “best value” law school in the nation, according to National Jurist magazine. KU Law earned an A+ grade for its combination of affordability, strong employment outcomes and high bar passage rates. Read more: https://nationaljurist.com/best-value-law-schools/

10/09/2026

Last week, Professor Robin Craig gave the Distinguished Environmental Law Visitor Lecture at the Lewis & Clark School of Law. Watch her lecture, "Food Security and Resilient Ecosystems: Marine Aquaculture for the Anthropocene," here: https://rockcha.lk/env-videos