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Extra-Canonical Texts

There are some documents, which, although not codified as law, still command significant respect in classrooms and are often cited in court opinions. This post lists a few of these extra-special, extra-canonical texts. From Concurring Opinions

College Mindset List

Designed to give college faculty a frame of reference for incoming freshman and created by Beloit College, this "College Mindset List" takes a look at the cultural reference points that have shaped the lives of college students, based on the year when most students of a particular class were born. For example, the 2013 list looks at students who will graduate from college in 2013 and who were (for the most part) born in 1991. It's an interesting look back on the cultural milestones that have shaped generations. From CM Law Library Blog

'Reading Rainbow' Reaches Its Final Chapter

Many current law students grew up watching LeVar Burton on Reading Rainbow and still remember the theme song ( butterfly in the sky, i can fly twice as high, take a look, it's in a book...Reading Rainbow ). But the popular children's show is airing its final episode today, closing out a 26-year run on PBS.

Morrison & Foerster Privacy Library

If you're doing research on privacy issues, check out this website maintained by Morrison & Foerster. Organized by jurisdiction, this easy to navigate website contains a fairly comprehensive list of privacy laws and regulations for all 50 states, the federal government and even some international jurisdictions. From Legal Research Plus