Stories and News

Dean Lester welcomes the Columbia Law School community for the Fall 2020 semester. 

Dean Lester shares some specific details about how the Law School has adjusted our campus environment to ensure your health and safety, and to reinforce the responsibility we share as a community to uphold the values set forth in the Columbia Health Compact. 

With the start of the Fall 2020 semester rapidly approaching, Dean Lester shares some updates on the protocols for returning to campus, as well as information about events and programming; fall semester grades; and more.

The Law School continues to plan to offer a mix of online and hybrid classes this fall. 

The Court of Appeals announced that it has canceled the September 9-10, 2020 administration of the New York bar exam, citing concerns about health and safety in reaching its decision.

U.S. government rescinds order requiring international students to attend on-campus or hybrid classes in Fall 2020. 

Dean Lester provides an update to the community regarding the Law School’s planning process for Fall 2020 and answers a number of key questions.

A message from Gillian Lester, Dean and the Lucy G. Moses Professor of Law regarding the upcoming academic year.

A message from Gillian Lester, Dean and the Lucy G. Moses Professor of Law.

Important information about the academic calendar for AY 2020-2021, plans for instruction, and health and safety measures.