School to host Cultural Week starting Friday
Students, public can enjoy 16 events over eight days

MARCH 22, 2006 - - A special conference on the South Carolina impacts on the landmark civil rights case, Brown v. Board of Education, will kickoff a weeklong Cultural Week offered by the Charleston School of Law.

"The first of five cases consolidated into the Brown case was a civil rights case from Summerton, S.C., called Briggs v. Elliott," said Dean Richard Gershon. "Starting Friday in our Cultural Week, we'll offer special panels that look in depth at personal and legal aspects of the Briggs case."

Highlights of the Friday kickoff event, which is called, "Conversations on Brown v. Board of Education," include:

On Saturday, the school is co-sponsoring a Cultural Jamboree with the College of Charleston that features a variety of singing, dancing and art performances representing several countries and cultures. It will start at 7 p.m. at Physicians Auditorium on the College of Charleston Campus.

From Monday, March 27, through Friday, March 31, the school will host 11 other events. A flier outlining the events is attached.

"Our Cultural Week reflects our deep commitment to honoring and supporting the diverse cultures that make Charleston what it is," Gershon said. "We hope people throughout the community will join us during this celebration to learn more about Charleston's heritage and what we're doing at the law school."

Cultural Week Schedule of Events
March 24-31, 2006

All events are open to the public and FREE except where indicated.
Parking is available near the Law School in the Visitors Center Parking Garage.

March 24, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
"Conversations on Brown v. Board of Education" Conference
Featuring a series of panels with writer Alan Richard, sons of the Rev. Joseph DeLaine, and several prominent members of the SC judiciary. A reception will be held immediately following.
Location: Charleston Museum Auditorium, Meeting Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 25, 7 p.m.
Cultural Jamboree
Co-sponsored with the College of Charleston, this evening features a variety of singing, dancing, and other art performances representing many countries and cultures.
Location: Physicians Auditorium, College of Charleston, Charleston, S.C..

March 27, noon
International Law Practices
Several practitioners working in international law will provide advice to students on how to prepare to practice in this area.
Location: Charleston School of Law, 81 Mary Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 27, 5 p.m.
Study Abroad Information Session
Several deans will talk about the process law students must go through to study abroad, and students will speak about their personal experiences studying abroad.
Location: Charleston School of Law, BellSouth Building, 385 Meeting Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 28, noon
"Litigating the War on Terror: Judicial Decision-making in a New Era"
The Honorable William W. Wilkins, Chief Judge for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, will give a lecture.
Location: Charleston Museum Auditorium, Meeting Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 28, 6 p.m.
The New Iraq Constitution
John Simpkins, Assistant Professor of Law and a constitutional law scholar who has served as a constitutional advisor to several African nations, will give a lecture on the new Iraq constitution.
Location: Charleston School of Law, 81 Mary Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 29, noon
Disabilities and the Law
A panel of Karolyn Elliott, Esq., Executive Director of the Charleston County Disabilities Board, and law students Taylor Elliott and Leigh Davis will present both legal and personal aspects.
Location: Charleston School of Law, BellSouth Building, 385 Meeting Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 29, 5 p.m.
International Food Tasting
Try a taste of something different with international cuisine from local restaurants.
Location: Charleston School of Law, 81 Mary Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 29, 5:30 p.m.
The Importance of Translation in the Courtroom
Dr. Virginia Benmaman, director of the master's program in Bilingual Legal Interpretation at the College of Charleston, will present on this topic and give an introduction to the program she runs.
Location: Charleston School of Law, 81 Mary Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 29, 7:30 p.m.
International Movie Night
Two international films will be shown simultaneously in separate rooms.
Location: Charleston School of Law, 81 Mary Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 30, noon
Native American Tribal Law
A local attorney will speak about some of the unique aspects of tribal law.
Location: Charleston School of Law, 81 Mary Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 30, 7:30 p.m.
International Wine Tasting
Join us for a sampling of international wines from Ted's Butcher Block at a bargain price.
Location: Charleston School of Law, 81 Mary Street, Charleston, S.C.

March 31, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
"Legal Issues Affecting Heirs' Property" CLE and Training Session
Several Charleston attorneys and judges will present at this attorney CLE seminar and student training session for those interested in the issue of heirs' property and/or in volunteering with the Center for Heirs' Property Preservation. Breakfast, lunch, and materials will be provided. (This is a paid session of continuing legal education; co-sponsored by the Law School, the Center for Heirs' Property Preservation, Nelson Mullins, and American Title Insurance Company.)
Location: Charleston School of Law, BellSouth Building, 385 Meeting Street, Charleston, S.C.