The nature and impact of law school crises have evolved almost as
quickly as social media and other communications channels that tend to
propagate them. A crisis can be a surprise event or the unintended consequence
of the law school’s strategic plan, ranging from the merger of two law schools,
unforeseen U.S. News or bar
results, a controversial visitor, the loss of a major donor, a university-wide
data breach, a faculty member’s misstep, or any number of additional scenarios.
This panel will address ways for law schools to anticipate and respond to
sexual harassment and related allegations, as well as the role played by the
political and power dynamics unique to academia. In most cases, the common
thread is an “all-hands-on-deck” scenario, requiring swift and deliberate
action. In this era when best practices change by the minute, we'll look at how
law schools can leverage their strengths and resources to manage their reputations
in times of crisis, and beyond.