Law School Very Disappointed In Students Speaking Out AGAINST Designated Hate Group

Admin response email:
Message to our Community
Law Dean of Students
Dear William & Mary Law School Community,
Tue, Feb 16.2021 PM

After hearing reports about bullying conduct among some of our students related to the recent invitation of a speaker, I write to express in the strongest possible terms that such conduct must have no place at our Law School.

I encourage you to take this opportunity to review our law school’s and the university’s core values, especially the value of Inclusion: “We strive to be an inclusive and supportive law school that welcomes and respect the diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions of each member of our community.” These are the word’s we live by, in support of you all. And while we support people from all backgrounds, we cannot suppress speech with which some members of our community disagree.

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By Above the Law

At a university, we recognize that people with different views will be invited to speak, some of whom you may disagree with. In alignment with the university’s policy on freedom of expression, W&M Law School is committed to an environment in which members of the community and invited guests are encouraged to speak freely and express themselves. Speech can be countered with more speech and advocating for your views with respect for your adversaries and in a civil manner focused on the exchange of ideas and information is in fact essential to becoming and succeeding as a lawyer.

I also share this reminder about William & Marys Student Code of Conduct, which applies to conduct that occurs off campus including online, if there is an adverse impact on the campus community. If any member of this community wishes to make a report about specific student conduct, please follow the process outlined here.

William & Mary Law School is a community, a place where we can all come together in support of citizen lawyers. Being a citizen lawyer may mean something different to each of us, but it always comes with the expectation that we thoughtfully and respectfully engage with each other.

Please get in touch if you wish to speak with me about anything.