February 17, 2025

In this edition of Virtual Face to Face, University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) President Bruce E. Jarrell, MD, FACS, will engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the origins, scope, and limitations of presidential authority. Three esteemed legal scholars from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law will join him for this insightful conversation:

• Renée Hutchins Laurent, JD, Dean and Professor
• Mark Graber, PhD, JD, MA, University System of Maryland Regents Professor
• Jeff Sovern, JD, Michael Millemann Professor of Consumer Law

Together, they will delve into the constitutional foundations of executive power, historical precedents, and contemporary challenges that shape the role of the U.S. president. In this timely discussion, the panel will examine how these legal principles impact governance, democracy, and the rule of law — reinforcing UMB’s commitment to fostering informed dialogue on critical societal issues. Bring your questions for the Q&A at the end of the program.

Register here for Virtual Face to Face.