Thomas J. Meskill Law Library | School of Law | University of Connecticut

We’re excited to share a recent series of blog posts highlighting UConn Law students and the meaningful work they are doing across a wide range of interests—from fashion law and public service to health equity and community advocacy.  Each profile offers a thoughtful look into the experiences, motivations, and aspirations shaping these students’ journeys: You […]

Insurance law may sound technical, but it has inspired far more storytelling than you might expect. From mysteries and thrillers to romance and science fiction, the law library’s insurance fiction collection shows how insurance and the people behind it can drive compelling plots and unforgettable characters. Take a look at one of the library’s most […]

We’re excited to welcome 1L and valued library employee Arianna Barker as a guest blogger! Also known to thousands online as “Starianna” on TikTok, she documents law school life with creativity, honesty, and a touch of music. Originally from Florida’s Panhandle, Arianna brings a strong commitment to public service, a passion for civil rights, and […]

We’re excited to welcome 1L and valued library employee Arianna Barker as a guest blogger! Also known to thousands online as “Starianna” on TikTok, she documents law school life with creativity, honesty, and a touch of music. Originally from Florida’s Panhandle, Arianna brings a strong commitment to public service, a passion for civil rights, and […]

It's a New Year, which means that more than 20 new Connecticut laws will take effect in whole or in part on Jan. 1, 2026. Laws passed by the legislature have effective dates of July 1, Oct. 1 and Jan. 1 each year, and certain parts of a law can have effective dates at different […]

Happy Holidays from UConn Law library! The library will be closed from Tuesday, December 23, 2025 through January 4th, 2026, reopening January 5, 2026. Hours Winter Break January 5th- Sunday, January 11th Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday Closed January Interterm January 12th – January 18th Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. […]

UConn Law Library will be open extended hours during the exam period, December 8th – December 19th. Exams can be stressful, check out some of our Wellness Resources at the Law Library, and do not hesitate to stop by with any questions about Study Aids, scheduling research consultations or just to chat!  We are pulling […]

Insurance law has been a focus of UConn Law School’s curriculum since its founding over 100 years ago. Because of Hartford’s role in the insurance industry, the Hartford College of Law was founded in part to serve the needs of the city’s insurance companies. After the Law School became part of the University of Connecticut in the 1940s, it continued its relationship […]

As Thanksgiving rolls around once again, we’re bringing back a seasonal favorite from the archives—a light-hearted look at presidential turkey pardons and the legal power behind them. Consider this a little blast from the past to pair with your holiday cheer, as we revisit how the nation’s most famous birds earn their moment of executive […]

As we reflect on International Education Week, we’re proud to highlight the global experiences and diverse perspectives that strengthen our UConn Law community. In that spirit, we are delighted to share the journey of LLM to JD student Pearl Addo, whose path embodies resilience, ambition, and the transformative power of international education.  In addition to […]