Creators: Learn valuable copyright basics

If you work in a creative field, you can't afford to ignore copyrights. Learn how copyrights play a role in your life, how to protect your original works of authorship, and understand current trends in copyright law. Gain an understanding of how copyrights can add value to your small business or startup and how to avoid costly mistakes. This event is free and open to College for Creative Studies students, alumni, staff, faculty and Design Core Partners.

Acting Register of Copyrights and Director of the U.S. Copyright Office Karyn A. Temple will give the keynote remarks. Regional Director Damian Porcari of United States Patent and Trademark Office's (USPTO) Elijah J. McCoy Midwest Regional Office and Senior Copyright Counsel David Carson of the USPTO's Office of Policy and International Affairs will share valuable insights.

This event is co-sponsored by Academic Affairs and Institutional Advancement, and free parking is located in the surface lot at Woodward Ave. and Baltimore St. Register Here