University of Michigan Outlaws

Marriage Equality in California!

2008-05-17T18:23:00.003-05:00

In another victory for LGBT persons nationwide, the California Supreme Court held that a ban on same-sex marriage violates the California constitution. Here's the text of the opinion.

In the words of Matt Coles at the ACLU, "Marriage in California will transform the discussion of marriage nationwide. California has one of the largest economies in the world. Given the state's economic clout, the fact that California is marrying same-sex couples will put considerable pressure on the rest of the country to recognize those marriages." Read more here.

Congrats to Our New Board Members!

2008-04-13T19:48:00.003-05:00

Three positions were up for re-election this semester, and after a tie and a runoff, Outlaws is pleased to announce its new board members. Claire, moving up from her position as 1L Rep, will take over for Jordan as Co-Chair. Jordan did a great job this year, but will be leaving us next semester to study abroad. Tom will be taking over for Andrew as Campus Liaison. Andrew has been a great Liaison for the past two years, and he will be graduating in a few weeks. Bob will continue for another year as secretary.

Lesbian and Gay Adoption Talk Today

2008-04-01T09:18:00.001-05:00

Outlaws and Law Students for Reproductive Justice Present...
E.B. v. France:Lesbian and Gay Adoption in the European Court of Human Rights

Robert Wintemute, Professor of Human Rights Law
Director of the LLB in English and French Law or Anglo-French Programme
School of Law, King's College, University of London

April 1st 12:20pm218 HH(lunch served)

The Legal Recognition of Same Sex Marriages Within the European Union

2008-03-19T10:21:00.000-05:00

Professor Katharina Boele-Woelki
Wednesday, March 19
12:15-1:15
In HH 120

Join Outlaws and the International Law Society next Wednesday to hear from a leading expert on international family law discussing same-sex marriages in the EU: the various forms that this legal dialogue has taken, country by country.

Preview Weekend!

2008-03-13T09:25:00.003-05:00

This Thursday & Friday, March 13 & 14

Thursday
10:30 p.m. (immediately following the SFF Auction) @ Aut Bar

Friday
5:15 - 6:15 p.m. - Tabling @ the Student Group Open House
(1st Floor of HH)
7:15 p.m. - Coffee & Dessert @ Amer's in the Union
8:30 - 10:30 p.m. @ Andrew's apartment

...then to Necto

Public Service Announcement

2008-03-11T06:49:00.001-05:00

Lesbian video from AfterEllen.com

Don't Ask, Don't Tell

2008-03-06T11:01:00.003-06:00

On Friday, March 28 JAG will be recruiting here at Michigan Law. Outlaws will have a table set up on the first floor of Hutchins to distribute information about "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" and its harmful effects on the community. Stop by and say hi!

Mentor - Mentee Event

2008-03-02T13:40:00.001-06:00

OUTLAWS will be having a social event at Charley's on Friday, March 7 at 2:30!

Mentors, come reassure your mentees that "Really, 1L year will actually end." Mentees, come and explain how you want to punch your brief in the face. Hard. Everyone else--come for the free food and gooooood times.

Michigan Lesbian and Gay Comedyfest

2008-02-11T11:32:00.000-06:00

Take Two Thousand Old and New Friends. Add Four National Comedians.
What Do You Have?
A Night of Swashbuckling Comedy!
Announcing - the 12th Annual Michigan Lesbian and Gay ComedyFest!

Join us on Saturday, March 8 at Dearborn's Ford Community & Performing Arts Center as we welcome Vicki Shaw, Richard Ryder, Roxanna Ward and Dana Austin to the stage for an ever-so-gay night of comedy.

Tickets are only $30 in advance or $35 at the door (if available).

Shows are at 6 & 9:30 p.m., and tickets are going fast. Get yours today!

State Court Recognizes Gay Marriages From Elsewhere

2008-02-04T15:17:00.000-06:00

According to the NY Times:

"A New York appellate court ruled Friday that valid out-of-state marriages of same-sex couples must be legally recognized in New York, just as the law recognizes those of heterosexual couples solemnized elsewhere."

See the rest of the article here

Beyond (Straight and Gay) Marriage: Valuing All Families Under the Law

2008-01-28T08:52:00.000-06:00

Thursday, February 07, 2008

4:00 - 5:00 PM, 2239 Lane Hall

American University law professor Nancy Polikoff argues that, while same-sex marriage is a civil rights victory for LGBT people, it's not the fix to what's wrong with the law of families. The fix is implementing laws that break down the bright line between married couples and everyone else.

Welcome New Board Members!

2008-01-23T21:14:00.000-06:00

Congrats to Mike and Steve, who have just been elected to treasurer and political action chair! Mike will be replacing Liz, who did an outstanding job as our treasurer for the past several years. Steve will be replacing Mary, who is now one of our co-chairs.

For the Bible Tells Me So

2008-01-22T10:21:00.000-06:00

Can the love between two people ever be an abomination?

Is the chasm separating gays and lesbians and Christianity too wide to cross?

Is the Bible an excuse to hate?

For the Bible Tells Me So…

documentary viewing and discussion

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

6:30p-8:30p

Vandenburg Room, Michigan League

www.forthebibletellsmeso.org

General Body Meeting and Elections

2008-01-20T19:31:00.000-06:00

Don't forget to attend the general body meeting on January 22. We will be electing a new treasurer and political action chair!

Upcoming Events

2008-01-16T14:08:00.000-06:00

Just a reminder of some of the events we have coming up in January:

Coffee at Amer's (Michigan Union), Wednesday, January 23, 5:00-6:30
"The Fundamental Right to Keep Your Same Sex Marriage" in 150 HH, January 24, 12:20
Sylvia Rivera Law Project presentation in 218 HH, January 25, 12:20

New Co-Chair!

2007-12-05T09:43:00.001-06:00

University of Michigan Outlaws
announces its new co-chair:

Mary Hanna-Weir!

Mary has been Political Action Chair of Outlaws for the past year and half, and she is excited to step up as co-chair. Look forward to the exciting programming Mary will help implement in the coming months!

Upcoming events for 1Ls

2007-11-06T06:30:00.000-06:00

For all interested 1Ls, Outlaws is hosting two great events. On November 8 there will be a panel to answer questions about law school exams. It will take place at lunchtime in HH 220. On the November 19, we will be having a 1L job search panel. It will be during lunchtime in HH 138. Food will be served at both events.

Stilettos!

2007-10-24T22:05:00.000-05:00

On October 20, Outlaws sponsored a trip to Stilettos, a lesbian bar in Metro Detroit. We had a great turnout and the event was a huge success! Thanks to all the members who came out to party that night!

Outlaws Meeting and Elections Tomorrow!

2007-10-01T14:57:00.000-05:00

Remember...
OUTLAWS Elections!
General Body Meeting: 6pm Tuesday, 2 Oct 2007
220 HH

Open positions (Descriptions here):
*1L Representative
*Alumni, Admissions and Faculty Recruiting Chair,
*Social Chair
*Basement Group Relations Chair
*Political Action Chair

Dinner will be served!

1-L Coffee Q&A

2007-09-10T15:23:00.000-05:00

Are you a 1-L? Then we heart you.

Now that you've survived a week of law school, come ask 2-Ls and 3-Ls questions about law school classes, Ann Arbor, or anything else that comes to mind. Amer's in the U. 5 pm. Wednesday.

First General Body Meeting

2007-09-10T15:03:00.000-05:00

Come to the first
OUTLAWS

General Body Meeting

6pm Tuesday Sept 11, Room 220

Reasons to attend:
Hear about our recent experience at the Lavender Law Conference in Chicago!
Meet visiting Professor Marc Spindelman!
Prepare for our general elections
Get the 411 on our upcoming social events
We're more fun than a barrel of monkeys, and a lot better looking
Write our exciting schedule of events in your Maize & Blue
day planner so that you can transfer them to your desk calendar Wednesday morning!

Dinner will be served to everyone, including LGBT law students, Allies of LGBT law students, and anyone interested in queer issues!

Fall 2007 Kickoff at Dominick's!

2007-09-04T22:29:00.000-05:00

On August 30th we celebrated the beginning of the new school year with a meet-and-greet party for the new 1Ls at Dominick's. We had a great turnout, and the returning members were very excited to see so many 1Ls who were enthusiastic about Outlaws!

Thanks to everyone who came, and we hope this great turnout continues. This was the first of many events this year; stay tuned to the listserve for more details!

2007-04-26T10:06:00.000-05:00

Yesterday, Outlaws was given the
OUTstanding Group of the Year Award
at Lavender Graduation!

Thanks to all of the strong leaders in Outlaws, as well as to all of our diverse and dynamic members. We look forward to starting another great year in the fall!

Thank You to Our Graduating Board Members

2007-04-16T09:59:00.000-05:00

In our April elections, we lost two great board members. Paul, a graduating 3L, served as co-chair for a year, and did an amazing job. He and Foz worked very well together to ensure that Outlaws was not only an advocate for LGBT issues, but also an inclusive and welcoming organization for all law students. Jordan, currently our social chair, will be taking over for Paul. Robert, also a graduating 3L, served as secretary for two years. He designed this website, kept our photo album updated, and did a great job of keeping us all informed. Bob will be taking over for Robert. Liz and Andrew, treasurer and campus liaison, will remain in their positions for the upcoming year. They will continue to do an outstanding job.

A big thank-you to Mary and Stacy for coordinating the elections, and an even bigger thank-you to Paul and Robert for their years of hard work! Congratulations, and good luck.

Volunteer Opportunity

2007-04-15T17:53:00.000-05:00

This isn't particularly GLBT-related, but it might be of interest to some Outlaws and friends:

Law students have been preparing and serving one meal a month for the clients at the Food Gatherers Community Kitchen. Our last day of the year is Tuesday, April 17th, and we still really need help on both the cooking (3-5pm) and serving (5-7:15pm) shifts.

I know this is a crazy time of year, but Food Gatherers and its clients will be extremely appreciative. Let me know (braver@umich.edu) if you have questions or want to sign up.