The Role of Courts in interpreting the Constitution
A Conversation with Florida Supreme Court Justice Renatha Francis
Join us for a special Constitution Day event featuring Florida Supreme Court Justice Renatha Francis, the 92nd Justice and the first Jamaican-American appointed to the state’s highest court. Justice Francis will share insights from her inspiring journey—from her early life in Kingston, Jamaica, to her distinguished legal career across Florida’s judicial system. This timely conversation will explore the role of the courts in American constitutional democracy.
Monday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m.
Lifelong Learning Auditorium, FAU Boca Raton
Tickets at fauevents.com
Free for students
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