The 13th LSGL Summer School was successfully held at the University of Pretoria, South Africa, from June 30th to July 11th, 2025. This year’s program brought together an exceptional group of students from LSGL member schools worldwide, providing them with a unique opportunity to engage in an intensive academic experience focused on global legal issues.
The program commenced with opening remarks from Charles Maimela, Acting Dean of the Pretoria Law Faculty, and Esra Ozcan, representing the Law Schools Global League. Their words set the tone for an inspiring and transformative academic journey. It is always a privilege to witness this initiative continue to thrive, contributing to the development of the next generation of global legal professionals.
This year’s Summer School featured a carefully curated selection of courses, designed to offer students a comprehensive understanding of critical global legal challenges. Delivered by distinguished faculty members from across LSGL member institutions, the courses provided students with both theoretical insights and practical perspectives on a range of international legal topics.
The courses offered during the 2025 Summer School included:
- The New Asylum Seekers: Forced Migration and State Responses to Asylum Seekers – Manuela Consito & Uzoamaka Emeka Nzelibe
- The Right to Education – Past, Present, and Future: Legal and Policy Perspectives in South Africa – Mikovhe Maphiri & Legodi Thutse
- Comparative Analysis of Global Lawyering Through Popular Culture – Brenda Tronson & Francis Kariuki
- “Making it Happen” for Global Sustainable Development: Sustainability, Global Value Chains, and Legal Infrastructures – Veronica Ruiz Abou-Nigm & Michael Nietsch
Throughout the program, students had the opportunity to engage in rich discussions and collaborative learning, gaining invaluable insights into legal systems from around the world. The Summer School’s design ensured that students not only enhanced their academic knowledge but also became integral members of the LSGL global network. The experience was a significant step in preparing students to address complex legal issues in a globalized world.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the University of Pretoria Faculty of Law for their exceptional hospitality and organizational support. We are also deeply grateful to the professors who contributed their expertise, and to the member schools for nominating such outstanding students.
The LSGL Summer School continues to serve as a vital platform for fostering global legal perspectives and creating lasting professional connections. We are proud of the achievements of the participants and look forward to supporting their continued success in the global legal community.
