09-04-2025
Kansas courts engage college students with live hearings
PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Kansas Judicial System brings the court to the people—to show how the system works.
A three-judge panel from the Kansas Court of Appeals heard two cases this morning—at Pittsburg State's McCray Hall. The appellate court is a traveling court—but they usually hear cases in county courthouses.
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After the two hearings—Judges answered questions from students. This is part of an effort by the court to build a better relationship with college and university students—along with the public. Chief Judge Sarah Warner—a Pittsburg native—says it could be a key part of inspiring the next generation.
'To be able to have these conversations with students who are interested in the judicial system, who are engaged with it, who perhaps are thinking about going to law school, what a wonderful way to spend the day,' said Chief Judge Sarah Warner, Kan. Court of Appeals
At the same time—other three-judge panels heard cases at Emporia State University, Fort Hays State University and Johnson County Community College.
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