Month: August 2025

Opening Arguments: A Warm Welcome to Our 1Ls!

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From Orientation to Graduation: We’ve Got Your Back!

The start of your 1L year is an exciting, challenging, and transformative time—and the law library is here to be your partner every step of the way. Whether you’re mastering your first case briefing, untangling the mysteries of the Bluebook, or just looking for a quiet spot to read, the library is more than just a place for books. It’s your hub for research, study, collaboration, and, yes, a bit of well-deserved downtime.

What You’ll Find Here:

Expert Research Support: Our reference librarians can guide you through legal databases, legislative histories, and specialized research tools that will save you time and frustration.

Study Spaces for Every Style: From silent zones for deep focus to group rooms for collaborative projects, you can choose the environment that works best for you.

Technology and Tools: Need a scanner, charging station, or printer? We’ve got you covered.

Workshops and Tutorials: Learn essential legal research skills, explore advanced search strategies, and get tips on effective outlining and exam prep.

Pro tip: Stop by early in the semester—even if you don’t have a burning research question yet. Building familiarity with the library now will pay off when assignments and deadlines start to pile up.

Finally, we wanted to feature the Student Toolkit  which provides information on all aspects of the law library, from study aids, research help, course reserves and study rooms, check out this research guide to get started.

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Landing page of Student Toolkit research guide

We’re thrilled to welcome you into our law school community and can’t wait to see how your journey unfolds. Here’s to a year of curiosity, resilience, and maybe just a little too much coffee.

 

Bear Aware: Explore Connecticut’s Bear Laws with Our Research Guide

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With rising black bear sightings across Connecticut—and increasing interactions between wildlife and residents—the legal landscape around these powerful and protected animals is more relevant than ever. Whether you’re a law student, practitioner, policymaker, or found bears eating your garbage (it happens!), understanding bear law is key to navigating the balance between public safety and wildlife protection.

UConn Law Library has created a comprehensive Connecticut Animal Law Research Guide that includes valuable resources, legislation, and case law addressing everything from pet custody disputes to livestock protections. But one especially timely section you won’t want to miss is our curated content on black bear law in Connecticut.

This section offers:

  • Links to state statutes and regulations about bear feeding, hunting restrictions, and nuisance complaints

  • Recent headlines and case developments related to bear-human encounters

  • Resources on proposed legislation, such as bear hunting bills and feeding bans

  • Local government responses and public education initiatives

  • Scholarly commentary and law review articles exploring animal law, wildlife ethics, and environmental concerns

Whether you’re researching a legal issue, writing a paper, or just trying to understand what your rights and responsibilities are when a bear visits your backyard—this guide is your go-to resource.

Visit the guide now: Connecticut Animal Law Research Guide

If you have questions or need help navigating the guide, contact the Law Library’s reference staff. We’re here to help!