Law schools are increasingly hiring faculty with joint degrees in the social sciences, as well as people only trained in social science. This interdisciplinary panel discusses the value added by having these faculty within the law school community. Speakers will discuss both what their social science expertise contributes to their teaching and how it influences their law-related research. One issue is whether and how having more broadly trained faculty changes law schools in desirable/undesirable ways and another is the advantages and disadvantages of being a faculty member within a law school for those interested in developing a social science perspective on law.
Business meeting at program conclusion.