By Usman O. Suleman, CFCC Student Fellow (2018-2019) Therapeutic jurisprudence (TJ) is a theory of law that is one of the shaping principles of the University of Baltimore School of Law’s Sayra and Neil Meyerhoff Center for Families, Children and the Courts. TJ is an interdisciplinary philosophy of law that takes into consideration social sciences…
By Alana Glover, CFCC Student Fellow (2018-2019) As a Student Fellow in the University of Baltimore School of Law’s Sayra and Neil Meyerhoff Center for Families, Children and the Courts’ (CFCC) Student Fellows Program, we think critically about how families are affected by the legal system. We think in depth about therapeutic jurisprudence and the…
By Tyshay Mickles, CFCC Intern from the University of Baltimore Criminal Justice Program I had a rewarding experience with the University of Baltimore School of Law, Sayra and Neil Meyerhoff Center for Families, Children and the Courts’ Truancy Court Program (TCP). I am glad that I had the opportunity to make a difference in a child’s…
By Jody Beckford, CFCC Intern from the University of Baltimore Criminal Justice Program The University of Baltimore School of Law Sayra and Neil Meyerhoff Center for Families, Children and the Courts’ Truancy Court Program (TCP) can prevent a life of crime, substance abuse, and juvenile delinquency. Truancy is a status offense because not attending school…
By Emily Rondholz, CFCC Intern from the University of Baltimore Criminal Justice Program Last Spring, I attended a mandatory internship fair at the University of Baltimore, designed to help Criminal Justice majors secure internships that are required for graduation. I truly did not know what to expect. I imagined there would be a myriad…
By Christelle-grace Lowe, CFCC Student Fellow (2016-2017) Education is a necessity that allows a person to develop her personality and identity, as well as her physical and intellectual capabilities. Education allows the transmission of principles common to new generations and the preservation and perpetuation of a society’s values. Overall, the contribution of education to an individual’s…
By Christelle-grace Lowe, CFCC Student Fellow (2016-2017) As law students, we often are reminded of how challenging and extensive a process it can be for a bill to become law. For this very reason, I was excited to be “offered a seat on the train” for revolutionary law-making in Maryland. This semester, I had…
By Michele Hong, CFCC Program Manager The University of Baltimore School of Law and its Sayra and Neil Meyerhoff Center for Families, Children and the Courts (CFCC) are excited to announce the launch of the nation’s first Post-J.D. Certificate in Family Law. Classes begin in Fall 2017 at the University of Baltimore School of Law…
By Roy John Williams, CFCC Student Fellow (2016-2017) The CFCC Student Fellows recently toured the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center (BCJJC). I was impressed by the aesthetic qualities of this massive but modern building. BCJJC is a beautiful facility with towering windows at the entrance that create a welcoming feeling. BCJJC is a one-stop shop…