Protecting Traditional Knowledge through IP Law?

This past April, I attended the 119th Annual Meeting of the American Society of International Law (ASIL) in Washington, D.C. where Loyola’s Wing-Tat Lee Chair of International Law, Professor James Thuo Gathii, was honored with The Honorary Member Award. Heading into this meeting, I was looking forward to hearing the Grotius Lecture by former UN Special Rapporteur, E. Tendayi Achiume, on contemporary forms of racism. … Continue reading Protecting Traditional Knowledge through IP Law?

Securing Sisterhood: My First Introduction to IP

Since 2022, I have proudly worn the symbols of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated (Delta). Delta is a Black Greek Letter Organization committed to sisterhood, scholarship, public service, and social action. Before law school enrollment, I noticed a “®” symbol on my Delta crewneck. Now, I’ve noticed this symbol on things like Stanley Cups. But what would it have to do with my public service … Continue reading Securing Sisterhood: My First Introduction to IP