{"id":17239,"date":"2026-05-05T14:37:30","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T14:37:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/ualawip\/?page_id=17239"},"modified":"2026-05-13T13:13:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T13:13:18","slug":"2026-agenda","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/ualawip\/events\/wipo\/2026-agenda\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Draft Agenda"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>WIPO-U.S. Summer School on Intellectual Property<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in cooperation with IPPI: The IP Policy Institute at The University of Akron School of Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Hosted online from the United States of America<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>June 1-5, 8-12, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Monday, June 1, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All regular classes will be held virtually over MS Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All program times are in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20260601T130000&amp;p1=87&amp;p2=263&amp;p3=179\">Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/a> (Washington, D.C. \/ New York)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>WELCOME &amp; INTRODUCTIONS<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:00 \u2013 9:20 am&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>WIPO-U.S. Welcome, Introductions, &amp; Program Overview<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mrs. Maria-Stella Ntamark, Program Officer, WIPO Academy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joshua Kresh, Research Professor &amp; Executive Director, IPPI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kristina Pietro, Director of Operations &amp; Events, IPPI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mary Clare Durel, Programs &amp; Comms Coordinator, IPPI<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: WIPO and IPPI leaders will introduce themselves to the students and welcome the students to the program. IPPI staff will review important policies, procedures, and expectations for the upcoming two weeks. Students should make every effort to attend this introductory session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:20 \u2013 10:00 am&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Student Introductions &amp; Group Picture<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: Every student should please be prepared to say your name, where you are taking this course from, and why you are interested in U.S. IP law. At the end of introductions, we will ask everyone to please keep their camera on for a group virtual picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE I: OVERVIEW OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10:00 \u2013 11:15 am&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 1 (LECTURE): Overview and Economics of Intellectual Property<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Speaker: &nbsp; Prof. Jonathan Barnett, University of Southern California, Gould School of Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will give a brief overview of the law and economics of patents. It will cover the value of patents and why they matter for companies across different technological areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:15 am \u2013 12:15 pm &nbsp; Long Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12:15 \u2013 1:45 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 2 (PANEL): The Role of IP Institutions in the Global IP System<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Panelists:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mohamed Abderraouf Bdioui, WIPO Academy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dina Kallay, U.S. Department of Justice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emily Lanza, Office of Policy &amp; International Affairs, U.S. Copyright Office<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Andrew Moore, U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Moderator:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Joshua Kresh, IPPI<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This panel will discuss the key players in the global IP system. Panelists will consider the role of key stakeholders, including national IP offices and other governmental agencies, WIPO, the WTO, various multilateral organizations, and NGOs. The panel will consider past accomplishments and remaining challenges for these institutions to foster a vibrant and reliable global IP system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1:45 \u2013 2:00 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2:00 \u2013 3:15 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 3 (LECTURE): Fundamentals of U.S. Patent Law<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. Kristen Jakobsen Osenga, Richmond Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will provide an overview of the main elements of patent law. It may cover key cases, but there are separate sessions on prosecution and litigation, so it will not cover cases that are specific to those areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3:15 \u2013 3:30 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete Required Day 1 (June 1) Evaluations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tuesday, June 2, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All regular classes will be held virtually over MS Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All program times are in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20260601T130000&amp;p1=87&amp;p2=263&amp;p3=179\">Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/a> (Washington, D.C. \/ New York)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE II: PATENTS<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:00 \u2013 10:15 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 4 (LECTURE): Establishing Rights: U.S. Patent Prosecution<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Christopher A. Jethrow, Wentsler LLC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will focus on U.S. patent prosecution. It will focus on cases relevant to patent prosecution, drafting patent applications and responding to actions from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10:15 \u2013 10:30 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10:30 \u2013 11:45 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 5 (LECTURE): Enforcing Rights: U.S. Patent Litigation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shana Cyr, Bristol Myers Squibb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joshua Kresh, IPPI<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will go through stages of patent litigation. It will focus on the steps involved in patent litigation, from both the plaintiff and defendant, with practice tips from a litigator, and a judge\u2019s point of view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:45 am \u2013 12:45 pm &nbsp; Long Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12:45 \u2013 2:15 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 6 (PANEL): Patents in the Innovation Industries<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Panelists:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>John T. Delacourt, BIO<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>John Kolakowski, Nokia Technology Standards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>David Korn, PhRMA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Laurie Self, Qualcomm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Moderator<em>:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Joshua Kresh, IPPI<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This panel of innovators and representatives from firms in the innovation industries will discuss the key role of patents in promoting, securing, and facilitating innovative products and services sold to consumers around the globe. Panelists will detail their work in cutting-edge sectors of the innovation economy, such as in the high-tech and biopharmaceutical industries. They will also discuss the challenges they face in securing legal protection in the marketplace and in defending themselves against infringement. The panel will highlight how secure and effective patent rights are essential to investing in research and development and how uncertainties in patent law are threatening future innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2:15 \u2013 2:30 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2:30 \u2013 4:00 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 7 (SIMULATION EXERCISE): Patent Litigation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Naveen Modi, Paul Hastings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will offer a real-world experience of U.S. patent litigation to help students understand the process. Students will break into teams and work on a proposed patent litigation project, with time for teams to present and respond to each other and to receive feedback from an experienced litigator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please have the problem set and documents on file during this session and be prepared to break out into small virtual groups. To engage in this session, students should join via a laptop or computer as their phone or tablet may not give them full access to participate with their classmates and instructor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4:00 \u2013 4:15 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete Required Day 2 (June 2) Evaluations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wednesday, June 3, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All regular classes will be held virtually over MS Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All program times are in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20260601T130000&amp;p1=87&amp;p2=263&amp;p3=179\">Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/a> (Washington, D.C. \/ New York)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE II: PATENTS (continued)<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:00 \u2013 10:15 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 8 (LECTURE): The Real-World Value of Patents<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Dr. John Sears, Anzu Partners<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will focus on the real-world value of patents across different industries, why companies should (or should not) consider patents, and where patents are considered most and least valuable. In the United States, certain inventions are easier to patent, and some patents are easier to challenge. This session will go over considerations companies should make as to where to focus efforts on patents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10:15 \u2013 10:30 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10:30 \u2013 11:45 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 9 (LECTURE): Monetizing Patents through Licensing<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Hasan Rashid, Dolby Laboratories<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: There are multiple ways that a company can obtain value through patents. This session will focus on patent licensing and its relevance for the economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:45 am \u2013 12:45 pm &nbsp; Long Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12:45 \u2013 2:00 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 10 (LECTURE): Design Patents<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Chris Katopis, ABA, IPL IP Legislative Consultant<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This panel will cover design patents,&nbsp;including U.S. and international law and policy developments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2:00 \u2013 2:15 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2:15 \u2013 3:30 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 11 (FIRESIDE CHAT): Fireside Chat<\/strong><br><br>Speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TBA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joshua Kresh, IPPI<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: TBA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3:30 \u2013 3:45 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete Required Day 3 (June 3) Evaluations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Thursday, June 4, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All regular classes will be held virtually over MS Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All program times are in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20260601T130000&amp;p1=87&amp;p2=263&amp;p3=179\">Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/a> (Washington, D.C. \/ New York)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE II: PATENTS (continued)<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:00 \u2013 10:15 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 12 (LECTURE): The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT): Tool for Global Patent Prosecution<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Hanna Kang, WIPO<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will review the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), which assists applicants in seeking patent protection internationally for their inventions, helps patent offices with their patent-granting decisions, and facilitates public access to a wealth of technical information relating to those inventions. By filing one international patent application under the PCT, applicants can simultaneously seek protection for an invention in many countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10:15 \u2013 10:30 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE III: SPECIAL INNOVATION LAW<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10:30 \u2013 11:45 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 13 (LECTURE): IP Issues in Life Sciences R&amp;D and Commercialization<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. Emily Michiko Morris, Akron Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This panel will focus on IP issues in the field of life sciences. Patents, regulatory exclusivities, trade secrets, and other areas may also be discussed. The focus will be on how major areas of patent law are applied in life sciences, with a discussion of patent eligibility, enablement, and written description, along with specific considerations for trade secrets and regulatory exclusivities that can provide protection to life sciences innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:45 am \u2013 12:45 pm &nbsp; Long Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12:45 \u2013 2:00 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 14 (LECTURE): Special Innovation Lecture \u2013 WTO-Related Issues and the Trump Trade War<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Mark Cohen, Asia Society of Northern California<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: TBA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2:00 \u2013 2:15 pm &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE IV: TRADE SECRETS<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2:15 \u2013 3:30 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 15 (LECTURE): Fundamentals of Trade Secrets<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. Mark F. Schultz, University of Akron School of Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will introduce trade secrets and provide the fundamentals of this area of the law. Trade secrets are different from other IP rights in that they are not registered with the government, and they can be indefinite so long as they are kept secret. This session will introduce the law, what can be covered by a trade secret, and what is required to protect one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3:45 \u2013 4:00 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete Required Day 4 (June 4) Evaluations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Friday, June 5, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All regular classes will be held virtually over MS Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All program times are in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20260601T130000&amp;p1=87&amp;p2=263&amp;p3=179\">Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/a> (Washington, D.C. \/ New York)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE IV: TRADE SECRETS (continued)<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:00 \u2013 10:15 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 16 (LECTURE): The Real-World Value of Trade Secrets in a Global Innovation Economy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. Mark F. Schultz, University of Akron School of Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will focus on the value of trade secrets, both to the companies who keep them and to the economy overall, what can a company do with a trade secret, and why might a company want a trade secret versus a patent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10:15 \u2013 10:30 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10:30 \u2013 12:00 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 17 (SIMULATION EXERCISE): Best Practices for Protecting Trade Secrets<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. Mark F. Schultz, University of Akron School of Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will provide an opportunity for students to use what they have learned in the prior sessions to act as a trade secret attorney and think about a problem that such an attorney might work on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please have the problem set and document on file during this session and be prepared to break out into small virtual groups. To engage in this session, students should join via a laptop or computer as their phone or tablet may not give them full access to participate with their classmates and instructor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>12:00 \u2013 1:00 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Long Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1:00 \u2013 2:30 pm &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 18 (PANEL): Trade Secrets in Global Business<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Panelists:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Victoria (Vicki) Cundiff, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dean Harts, 3M<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>James Pooley, James Pooley, PLC (former Deputy Director General, WIPO)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dick Thurston, RILT Global Consulting LLC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Moderator<em>:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prof. Mark F. Schultz, University of Akron School of Law<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: The panel will discuss the role of trade secrets in promoting and securing new technological and commercial innovation in the global economy. Industry representatives will discuss the key role that trade secrets serve in their companies\u2019 operations and how effective protection is essential to flourishing societies and economic growth. The panel will explore recent developments in U.S. domestic (DTSA) and international trade secret law and discuss the challenges that must be overcome to develop shared standards and build a secure global trade secret protection network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2:30 \u2013 2:45 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2:45 \u2013 3:00 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete Required Day 5 (June 5) Evaluations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Monday, June 8, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All regular classes will be held virtually over MS Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All program times are in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20260601T130000&amp;p1=87&amp;p2=263&amp;p3=179\">Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/a> (Washington, D.C. \/ New York)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE V: TRADEMARKS<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:00 \u2013 10:15 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 19 (LECTURE): Overview of Trademarks<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Angela R. Gott, Benesch&nbsp;Friedlander&nbsp;Coplan &amp;&nbsp;Aronoff&nbsp;LLP<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will provide an overview of trademark law; what a trademark is, how to get a trademark, and how to protect it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10:15 \u2013 10:30 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10:30 \u2013 11:45 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 20 (LECTURE): The Real-World Value of Commercial Goodwill<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Angela R. Gott, Benesch&nbsp;Friedlander&nbsp;Coplan&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Aronoff&nbsp;LLP<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will focus on the value that trademarks can create for their holders and why individuals or companies should file for trademarks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:45 am \u2013 12:45 pm &nbsp; Long Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12:45 \u2013 2:15 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 21 (SIMULATION EXERCISE): Protecting Brands in a Modern Economy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Anna E. Raimer, Jones Day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will provide an opportunity for students to use what they have learned in the earlier trademark sessions to act as in-house counsel for a company with a trademark issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please have the problem set and document on file during this session and be prepared to break out into small virtual groups. To engage in this session, students should join via a laptop or computer as their phone or tablet may not give them full access to participate with their classmates and instructor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2:15 \u2013 2:30 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2:30 \u2013 4:00 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 22 (PANEL): Expert Insights: Navigating <\/strong><strong>Trademark Protection in Diverse Industries<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Panelists:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adam Goldman, U.S. &amp; International Restaurant Brands International US Services, LLC, <em>Burger King\u00ae, Tim Hortons\u00ae, Popeyes\u00ae, and Firehouse Subs\u00ae Brands<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jenny Greisman, IBM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jennifer Halter, Burberry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Michael Moore, Mattel, Inc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Moderator:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Jennifer (Jenny) Simmons, International Trademark Association (INTA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-17668b56c5d691b7163ac6a2ae848685\">Description: Trademarks are a cornerstone of brand identity\u2014but the strategies to protect them can vary across industries. This panel brings together leading experts to explore the nuances of trademark protection in sectors ranging from tech to toys to household products and beyond. Panelists will share real-world experiences, discuss current legal and business challenges, and offer practical guidance on enforcement, international considerations, and adapting to evolving markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4:00 \u2013 4:15 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete Required Day 6 (June 8) Evaluations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tuesday, June 9, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All regular classes will be held virtually over MS Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All program times are in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20260601T130000&amp;p1=87&amp;p2=263&amp;p3=179\">Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/a> (Washington, D.C. \/ New York)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE V: TRADEMARKS (continued)<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:00 \u2013 10:15 am&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 23 (LECTURE): Counterfeiting &amp; International Enforcement<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Zachary Keegan, U.S. Customs and Border Protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TBA, U.S. Chamber of Commerce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will focus on the importance of public-private partnership in the fight against fakes, as well as on best practices that inform international anti-counterfeiting enforcement mechanisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10:15 \u2013 10:30 am&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE VI: COPYRIGHTS<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10:30 \u2013 11:45 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 24 (LECTURE): Fundamentals of Copyright<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. Zvi S. Rosen, University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will introduce U.S. copyright law, including what is copyrightable and what acts infringe a copyright.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:45 am \u2013 12:45 pm &nbsp; Long Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12:45 \u2013 2:00 pm&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 25 (LECTURE): Securing &amp; Using Copyright Protection Globally<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. Eric Priest, University of Oregon Law School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will focus on the basics of copyright protection and enforcement in the international context. It will highlight the role of international treaties in copyright rights acquisition and enforcement and discuss the challenges copyright owners face enforcing their rights across borders in our digitally connected world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2:00 \u2013 2:15 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2:15 \u2013 3:45 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 26 (PANEL): Copyright in the Creative Industries<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Panelists:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Terrence Hart, Association of American Publishers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dr. David Lowery, Songwriter &amp; Artist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Karen Marangi, RELX Group<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Greg Saphier, Motion Picture Association<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Moderator<em>:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Jaci McDole, Global Innovation Policy Center | U.S. Chamber of Commerce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This panel of creators and representatives from the creative industries will discuss copyright\u2019s key role in promoting the creation and distribution of movies, music, books, and all the other creative works that enrich our lives. Panelists will also discuss the challenges they face in protecting their copyrighted works against pervasive infringement. The panel will highlight how secure and effective property rights in creative works are essential to encouraging a vibrant and flourishing creative economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3:45 \u2013 4:00 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete Required Day 7 (June 9) Evaluations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wednesday, June 10, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All regular classes will be held virtually over MS Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All program times are in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20260601T130000&amp;p1=87&amp;p2=263&amp;p3=179\">Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/a> (Washington, D.C. \/ New York)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE VII: COPYRIGHTS (continued)<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:00 \u2013 10:15 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 27 (LECTURE): Copyright in the Digital World<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. Zvi S. Rosen, University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will discuss the impact of digital technology on copyright and the provisions of U.S. law that seek to regulate the use of copyrighted works in an online environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10:15 \u2013 10:30 am&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10:30 \u2013 11:45 am&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 28 (LECTURE): Copyright Developments Outside the<\/strong> <strong>United States<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Andrew Foglia, U.S. Copyright Office<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jeffrey Martin, Office of Policy and International Affairs, U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will offer an overview of how the international copyright systems works in three ways. First, there will be a brief overview of the copyright treaties and trends in their national implementation. Second, there will be a focused discussion on the various types of rights that protect sound recordings and musical works, as well as issues related to the role of collective management organizations, licensing, and impact of the problem of streaming fraud. Finally, an overview of developments related to AI and copyright with an international perspective will be shared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:45 am \u2013 1:00 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Long Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>MODULE BREAK FOR CO-HOSTED PUBLIC PANEL<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1:00 \u2013 2:30 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 29 (C4IP CO-HOSTED PUBLIC PANEL ): <\/strong><strong>Title TBA<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Panelists:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TBA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TBA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TBA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TBA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Moderator:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Joshua Kresh, IPPI<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Registration Link: TBA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: TBA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2:30 \u2013 2:45 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2:45 \u2013 4:15 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 30 (SIMULATION EXERCISE): Transfer of Technology and Licensing<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Gillian M. Fenton, Esq. CLP, LST Strategies LLC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will go over technology transfer and how universities work with companies to bring inventions to market. It will provide an opportunity for students to think about how a university might consider which inventions to promote, how to pick companies to work with, and how to structure deals to benefit the university, the public, and the company they are working with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please have the problem set and document on file during this session and be prepared to break out into small virtual groups. To engage in this session, students should join via a laptop or computer as their phone or tablet may not give them full access to participate with their classmates and instructor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4:15 \u2013 4:30 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete Required Day 8 (June 10) Evaluations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Thursday, June 11, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All regular classes will be held virtually over MS Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All program times are in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20260601T130000&amp;p1=87&amp;p2=263&amp;p3=179\">Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/a> (Washington, D.C. \/ New York)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE VII: COPYRIGHTS (continued)<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:00 \u2013 10:15 am<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Session 31 (FIRESIDE CHAT): <\/strong><strong>Copyright Fireside Chat Featuring Mitch Glazier, Chairman and CEO, Recording Industry Association of America<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mitch Glazier, Recording Industry Association of America\u00ae (RIAA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prof. Sandra Aistars, IPPI<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: TBA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10:15 \u2013 10:30 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE VIII: SPECIAL TOPICS IN CREATIVE INDUSTRIES<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10:30 \u2013 11:45 am&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 32 (LECTURE): Innovation, AI, and IP<\/strong> <strong>Law<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. Jon Garon, Nova Southeastern University | Shepard Broad College of Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: Generative AI offers significant opportunities for creators, content distributors, and individuals to explore the AI-output as a new artform and a transformative tool for many of the existing intellectual property content development. At the same time, there are significant concerns around generative AI because the unauthorized use of copyrighted works in LLM training, potential for generating works that violate the rights of intellectual property owners, and harm to the economic livelihoods of those in the creative industries. This session will explore the legal considerations of generative AI on copyright, patent, and other intellectual property regimes, focusing on the issues raised for most appropriate uses of AI in creative industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:45 am \u2013 12:45 pm &nbsp; Long Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12:45 \u2013 2:00 pm&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 33 (LECTURE): IP Law and the Evolving World of Video Games<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Bijou Mgbojikwe, Entertainment Software Association (ESA)<br><br>Description: This session will focus on IP and media issues particular to video games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2:00 \u2013 2:15 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2:15 \u2013 3:30 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 34 (LECTURE): Case Study: Bringing Traditional Knowledge to Global Markets for the<\/strong><strong> <\/strong><strong>Benefit of Local Communities<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. Lateef Mtima, Howard University School of Law, Institute for Intellectual Property and Social Justice (IIPSJ)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will focus on traditional knowledge, what protections are available, and how IP can benefit local communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3:30 \u2013 3:45 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete Required Day 9 (June 11) Evaluations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Friday, June 12, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All regular classes will be held virtually over MS Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All program times are in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20260601T130000&amp;p1=87&amp;p2=263&amp;p3=179\">Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/a> (Washington, D.C. \/ New York)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>MODULE VIIII: IP &amp; THE GOVERNMENT<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9:00 \u2013 10:15 am&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 35 (LECTURE): IP, Antitrust, &amp; Competition Policy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker: Prof. John M. Yun, George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session will serve as an introduction to U.S. antitrust law and competition policy, with a particular focus on areas where antitrust and IP intersect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10:15 \u2013 10:30 am &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10:30 \u2013 11:45 am<strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Session 36 (LECTURE): Intellectual Property Legislation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Peter-Anthony Pappas, U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Philip Warrick, Irell &amp; Manella<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: Former legislative staffers will discuss pending IP legislation, as well as the legislative process in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:45 am \u2013 12:00 pm &nbsp; &nbsp;Short Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12:00 \u2013 1:00 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Session 37 (EXTRA CREDIT): IP Office Hours<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Joshua Kresh, IPPI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prof. Emily Michiko Morris, IPPI, Akron Law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prof. Mark F. Schultz, University of Akron School of Law<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Description: This session is for <strong>extra credit<\/strong> and will be used as a make up for certificate attendance purposes. It will be an open session with a chance for students to ask questions of several faculty members. Students should feel free to ask anything of interest that they think we may be able to answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><u>CAPSTONE SUMMARY, CERTIFICATES, AND CONCLUSION<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1:00 \u2013 1:15 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Concluding Event &amp; Closing Remarks<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mrs. Maria-Stella Ntamark, WIPO Academy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prof. Mark F. Schultz, University of Akron School of Law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joshua Kresh, IPPI, Akron Law<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>1:15 \u2013 1:45 pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete Required Day 10 (June 12) Evaluations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Complete the Important Final WIPO-U.S. Program Evaluation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK TO BE ADDED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1:45 pm &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Program Concludes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IPPI<\/strong><strong> would like to thank the following teachers for donating their teaching honoraria to provide financial aid for 2026 Summer School students:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Jonathan Barnett, <em>Torrey H. Webb Professor of Law<\/em>, USC Gould School of Law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eric Priest, <em>Professor of Law<\/em>, University of Oregon Law School<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IPPI<\/strong><strong> would like to thank the following speakers for donating their time to teach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>and speak at the 202<\/strong><strong>6 WIPO-U.S. Summer School on Intellectual Property:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mohamed Abderraouf Bdioui, <em>Senior Counsellor, Management, Strategic Planning and Coordination<\/em>, WIPO Academy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victoria (Vicki) Cundiff, <em>Adjunct Professor of Law<\/em>, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, <em>Member<\/em>, The Sedona Conference<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shana Cyr, <em>Executive Director &amp; Head of Patent Litigation<\/em>, Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>John T. Delacourt, <em>Deputy General Counsel &amp; VP, Health, Regulatory &amp; Commercial Operations<\/em>, Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hasan Rashid, <em>Senior Advisor on IP Licensing, Strategy and Dispute Resolution<\/em>, Dolby Laboratories<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Andrew Foglia, <em>Deputy Director of Policy and International Affairs<\/em>, U.S. Copyright Office<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gillian M. Fenton, Esq. 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Gott, <em>Partner<\/em>, Benesch Friedlander Coplan &amp; Aronoff LLP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jenny Greisman, <em>Manager, Lead IP Counsel, Brand Protection and Copyright Registration<\/em>, IBM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jennifer Halter, <em>Managing Counsel, Brand Protection<\/em>, Burberry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Terrence Hart, <em>General Counsel<\/em>, Association of American Publishers (AAP)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dean Harts, Vice President and Associate Chief IP Counsel, 3M<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Christopher A. 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