STU College of Law’s Entertainment & Sports Law Society hosted “Behind the Venue: The Law of Live Events in Miami,” bringing together industry leaders from Formula 1, the Miami Dolphins, the Miami HEAT, and the Adrienne Arsht Center for an engaging panel discussion.

Panelists explored the legal complexities of managing major live events, sharing insights into the day-to-day responsibilities of in-house counsel, the intersection of legal and business operations, and the career paths that led them to their current roles.

The discussion highlighted the importance of contracts, risk management, cross-departmental collaboration, and practical experience in navigating the sports, entertainment, and live events industries. Students also gained valuable advice on relevant law school courses and developing the skills needed to pursue careers in these fields.

A special thank you to Aric Kurzman, Greg Fritzius, Michael Anspach, and Alexander Amir for sharing their expertise and providing our students with valuable insights into the intersection of law, sports, and entertainment!

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STU College of Law was proud to support and participate in the 34th Annual Red Mass, hosted by the St. Thomas More Society of South Florida on October 27 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Fort Lauderdale. ⛪⚖️

The Mass was celebrated by His Excellency, The Most Reverend Thomas G. Wenski, Archbishop of Miami, bringing together judges, attorneys, law students, and members of South Florida’s legal community in prayer and reflection.

Dating back to the 13th century, the Red Mass is a longstanding Catholic tradition that invokes the guidance of the Holy Spirit upon members of the legal profession and judiciary as they carry out their responsibilities in the pursuit of justice.

Representing STU College of Law were Dean Tarlika Nuñez-Navarro, Professors Thomas Nguyen, Peter Martino, Brian Potts, and 3L student Grazzieli Cordoni.

During the event, Dean Nuñez-Navarro was pictured with Jamie Finizio Bascombe and Diana Santa Maria, members of the St. Thomas More Society’s Red Mass Board of Governors. Attorney Nisha Bacchus also had the opportunity to connect with an STU Law student, reflecting the meaningful engagement between students and members of the legal community.

The evening featured guest speaker Mark Middendorf, President of Ave Maria University, with Jeremiah “Tom” Sheehan receiving the 2026 Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy Award. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

STU College of Law is honored to support this meaningful tradition, reaffirming the importance of faith, integrity, and service within the legal profession.

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STU College of Law students had the opportunity to attend Ayala’s Law Student Reception, gaining valuable insight into the legal profession! ⚖️

During the visit, students toured the firm’s offices, learned more about Ayala’s business litigation and dispute resolution practice, and connected directly with partners to hear about their work and experiences in the legal field.

A special thank you to the Ayala team for warmly welcoming our students and providing this meaningful opportunity to explore the practice of law, ask questions, and build professional connections.
We are proud of our students for representing STU College of Law so well!

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On October 22, Professor Keith Fisher presented the introduction to his draft article entitled Exercising a Controlling Influence: The Protean Definition of “Control” in Financial Regulation.

The article deals with a particular aspect of the regulation of every insured depository institution (IDI) and holding company with one or more IDIs – namely, the core concept of “control.” Control is the fulcrum of modern banking regulation. The concept determines which persons may acquire a stake in an IDI, which must undergo supervisory vetting, and which is subject to the plenary architecture of prudential oversight.

Control is thus the touchstone for imposition of a variety of legal constraints, as well as of ascertaining corporate relatedness (including the statutorily delineated concept of affiliation) and the concomitant restrictions on dealings with such related entities.

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STU College of Law’s Office for Career Development, in collaboration with the Public Interest Law Society, hosted a Lunch & Learn on October 20 featuring The Honorable Bronwyn C. Miller of Florida’s Third District Court of Appeal and Brittany M. Bonner, Esq., of Dade Legal Aid. ⚖️

The presentation, “Remedies & Access to Justice,” explored legal issues involving landlord-tenant matters, dependency, and contracts, highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with limited or no access to legal representation.

Through an engaging discussion, students explored ways to bridge the gap between community legal needs and access to services, emphasizing the importance of pro bono and low bono representation.
The session inspired many students to explore opportunities to serve as Guardians ad Litem, immigration representatives, and Certified Legal Interns (CLIs).

A special thank you to Judge Miller and Ms. Bonner for sharing their knowledge, experiences, and commitment to expanding access to justice with our future legal professionals!

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