Industry Updates
Incorporating Race in the Law Classroom
Executive Director BAR Institutional PartnershipsKimberly Batrice Hytree, Esq., leads a discussion on incorporating race into law school classrooms. Joined by Professors Ryan Williams and Adam Maze, the presentation offers practical strategies for faculty to effectively integrate race into their teaching.
Introductions
Ryan Williams: A professor for nearly 15 years, with experience in teaching and developing programming content at Kaplan since 2017.
Adam Maze: Involved in test prep for over 25 years and bar prep for about 15 years, with experience teaching at various law schools.
Background
In February 2022, the American Bar Association (ABA) adopted Standard 303c, requiring law schools to educate students on bias, cross-cultural competency, and racism. This education must occur at the start of their program and at least once before graduation.
Law schools have responded by establishing research institutes, adding courses on race, and incorporating mandatory offerings in their curriculum.