FIU Law Hosts Florida Supreme Court Justice, Leads Meaningful Constitution Week Discourse
The College of Law recently honored Constitution Week 2025 by hosting two campus-wide events to foster education and dialogue throughout the university community about the Constitution’s foundational role in shaping and preserving the rights and responsibilities of Americans.
On September 16, Professors Ediberto Roman and Howard Wasserman hosted a discussion on the substance and procedure of birthright citizenship. Attendees gained valuable insights into the history and legal framework of birthright citizenship, as well as a deeper understanding of the current legal landscape surrounding this topic.
The next day, on September 17, the FIU Law Federalist Society hosted Florida Supreme Court Justice John D. Couriel for a thought-provoking conversation moderated by Interim Dean Michelle D. Mason. Justice Curiel shared insights on the enduring role of constitutional principles in Florida courts, judicial independence, and the enduring relevance of state and federal constitutions to contemporary students and lawyers.
FIU Law extends its gratitude to all our featured speakers, special guests, and the FIU Law Federalist Society for hosting this week’s events and helping our community celebrate Constitution Week in meaningful ways.
Both events drew standing-room-only crowds and underscored the FIU community’s appetite for civil, engaging discourse on topics of academic and practical importance.
Since 1956, Constitution Week has been observed throughout the United States from September 17 through September 23.