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06/11/2007 - Considered one of the costliest and deadliest storms in history, 2005's Hurricane Katrina impacted the lives and livelihoods of thousands of residents along the north-central Gulf Coast of the United States. Though the storm was two years ago, its effects are still being felt today. That's why last month, following exams, eight students from the College of Law traveled to New Orleans, Louisiana as part of the Student Hurricane Network to offer pro bono assistance with the city's rebuilding efforts. The students, including three recent graduates, spent the week with Common Ground-an organization that provides short term relief for victims of hurricane disasters in the gulf coast region, and long term support in rebuilding the communities affected in the New Orleans area. In addition, the organization operates a Legal Aid Clinic and performs community outreach on important legal topics for current and displaced residents.
Working with Common Ground, UC law students spent their week documenting deteriorating housing conditions, offering educational outreach on landlord/tenant rights in various neighborhoods, collecting data and information regarding prisoner rights, as well as providing legal research and drafting on a variety of topics.
Contact Information:
Sherry English
513.556.0090
sherry.english@uc.edu
