“And blame is what you need my foe” — The Role of Emotions and Political Ideology in Discursive Escalation within Israeli-Jewish Political Discussions
297 Goldberg Room 225 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesThis research explores how blame drives discursive escalation in political discussions among left- and right-leaning Jewish-Israeli participants. Analyzing 100,000 words from 2014–2022, it identifies distinct emotional and ideological triggers fueling polarization: fear and anger dominate right-wing responses to preserve social order, while guilt and shame shape left-wing reactions around moral concerns for out-group suffering. These […]
SABL Listening Session
105 Law BuildingSABL wants to hear from you! Come share your thoughts, concerns, and ideas with us. Lunch and boba will be provided. RSVP here.
BCLB Leadership Lunch Talk: The State of ESG with MoFo
Law Building, Room 132Please join the Berkeley Center for Law and Business for a leadership lunch talk with Michael Santos, Transactions Partner and Dan Irvin, Transactions Associate from Morrison & Foerster to discuss what ESG is and its role in the industry. Following the discussion, a Q&A will be hosted by the Berkeley Business Law Journal. The Leadership […]
Breaking Into the DC Antitrust Market + A Day in the Life
170 Law Building & VirtualInterested in a career in antitrust, working in DC, or even both? Wondering what their daily routine, tasks, and lives look like? Join our panel of esteemed attorneys currently working in DC antitrust! Ranging from civil side global regulatory work, class action litigation, and high-profile acquisitions, our panelists have a wide array of experiences! Panel […]
Lunch and Learn with Fenwick & West
110 Law BuildingJoin La Alianza and LSAD for a Lunch & Learn with Fenwick & West! Explore career opportunities at the intersection of law and technology, gain insights from practicing attorneys, and network with professionals. Lunch will be provided. RSVP here!
What the U.S. Can Learn From Democracies Abroad
100 Law BuildingPlease join us for a conversation on what the U.S. can learn from various democracies abroad. What do they tell us about the health of our own, what steps can the U.S. take to make ours stronger, and how do we contextualize what is happening in the U.S. with what is going on in the […]
Consumer Protection Young Alumni Mixer
Morrison Foerster Room, 298 SimonThe Consumer Advocacy and Protection Society invites you to our young alumni mixer! Talk with attorneys advocating for consumers at plaintiff-side firms, government agencies, and nonprofits. If you’re interested in antitrust, data privacy, direct legal services, class actions, or suing corporations, this event is for you! Appetizers and drinks will be provided. RSVP here.
Class of 2025 Public Interest Celebration
Womens Faculty Club University of California, Berkeley, CaliforniaCome join us for an evening of celebration and connection with public interest students, faculty, and staff who are here to support you. This event is to celebrate our public interest students who are pursuing public interest careers after graduation. Refreshments will be served! RSVP here
BTLJ x CFR Movie Night: The Social Network
100 Law BuildingJoin the California Film Review and the Berkeley Tech Law Journal for a screening of The Social Network! Pizza and snacks will be provided.
APALSA x SALSA Ramadan Iftar Dinner
Warren RoomPlease join APALSA and SALSA on Wednesday, March 19th at 7:00 pm in the Warren Room for our Ramadan Iftar dinner! This event is open to everyone of all backgrounds and faiths. We encourage non-Muslims to come, enjoy amazing South Asian food, hang with some great company, and learn from your friends :) Please RSVP […]
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