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The Pursuit of Happiness: How Classical Writers on Virtue Inspired the Lives of the Founders and Defined America

February 26, 2024

In Professor Rosen's new book, he examines what “the pursuit of happiness” meant to our nation’s Founders and how that famous phrase defined their lives.

Student Leaders Reflect on Black History Month

February 23, 2024

As we enter the final week of Black History Month, GW Law is pleased to present the reflections of the incredible members of our GW Law community.

Free Speech or Hate Speech?

February 21, 2024

Our First Amendment experts discussed where to draw the line on GW's campus.

FERC Appoints Andrew Satten, JD '11, as Chief Administrative Law Judge

February 20, 2024

At GW Law Satten served as Senior Managing Editor of the Journal of Energy and Environmental Law.

Addressing Racial Harms in the Age of AI

February 16, 2024

As the landscape of democracy continues to evolve, Professor Spencer Overton stands as a steadfast proponent of equity, justice, and inclusion.

Love in Bloom: Celebrating Valentine's Day at GW Law

February 14, 2024

Love is in the air! Alumni Bridgette and Michael Gershoni, JD '16, share how they found love at GW Law.

"Social Media and the Weaponization of Free Speech "

February 12, 2024

During its 18-month inquiry, the January 6th Attack Committee sought expert insights, including from Professor Franks, to grasp the attack's facts and causes.

Devin Woodson, Class of 2025, Highlighted by US Rowing

February 9, 2024

Before GW Law, Devin rowed and coached at Louisiana State University.

The Tip of the Iceberg

February 8, 2024

GW Law students Fiorella Valladares and Maria LeLourec traveled to Peru to meet a climate justice activist whose case could set an important precedent.

What’s the Big Idea: Immorta Aims to Provide Humanity with a Collective Repository Memory

February 7, 2024

GW Law student Sonia Schmidt has co-founded a social media platform so users can share and preserve their cultures and memories.

The Supreme Court as Death Panel: The Necropolitics of Bruen and Dobbs

February 6, 2024

In her recent article with NYU Law Review, Professor Franks examines how 2022 Supreme Court decisions showcase a dangerous shift.

The George Washington University Law School Names Suzanne Hard as the New Associate Dean, Professional Development and Career Strategies

February 1, 2024

The Center for Professional Development and Career Strategy at GW Law is dedicated to partnering with our students to develop their personalized career plans.