What does it mean to witness the first U.S. criminal trial involving a Syrian official from the Assad era?

Hear firsthand from Loyola Justice for Atrocities Clinic (LJAC) students and faculty who served as trial monitors in United States v. Samir Ousman Alsheikh — the first U.S. criminal trial involving a Syrian official from the Assad era.

LJAC panelists will share their experiences inside the courtroom and reflect on the broader legal significance of this historic case.

Lunch will be provided; RSVPs are encouraged. A Zoom link will be provided for attendees who cannot participate in-person.