News Stories
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SBA President Nicole Karem's Parting Words for the Class of 2023
May 19, 2023
Nicole Karem started this academic year by addressing the incoming 1L class. On May 21, 2023, she will walk across the stage as a graduate of GW Law.
"Punishment as Rights Violation"
May 18, 2023
Jonathan Simon reviews Professor Kate Weisburd's forthcoming article in the California Law Review, "Rights Violation as Punishment."
GW Law Student Selected to Participate in the International Court of Justice Fellowship Programme
May 15, 2023
GW Law has had four students selected for this fellowship in the last six years, speaking volumes of the reputation of GW Law in the International Law field.
GW Law Alumni and Experts Discuss Careers in Veterans Law
May 12, 2023
The panel offered an opportunity for students interested in Veterans Law practice to learn more about it and its numerous career opportunities.
Former Dean Blake Morant Honored with UVA Law's BLSA's Spotlight Award
May 10, 2023
The award is named in honor of the late Rep. A. Donald McEachin who received UVA Law's inaugural BLSA Alumni Spotlight Award in 2018.
Professor Overton Testifies Before The Subcommittee on Communications and Technology
May 8, 2023
Professor Overton testified as a minority witness in opposition to the framing of “Preserving Free Speech and Reining in Big Tech Censorship.”
Alumni Panel Discusses Leading Diplomacy & Security at the Department of State
May 5, 2023
"No matter what you are doing in law, have an experience and know that each one is equipping you for the subsequent experience."
GW Law Alumna Honored with POGIL Early Achievement Award
May 3, 2023
The award, given annually to one post-secondary and one secondary winner, honors POGIL practitioners who are new to The Project.
Global Law School Community Unites to Support Ukrainian Law Schools and Students
May 1, 2023
The purpose was to foster cultural exchange, resulting in the Global Legal Skills Virtual Workshop Series.
Lauren Heide, Class of 2023, Awarded the Distinguished Law Student Award
April 27, 2023
To qualify for this prestigious award, the students must be nominated by a professor or dean of their law or business school.
Class of 2023 Volunteered 54K+ Pro Bono Hours
April 26, 2023
GW Law is committed to encouraging students to volunteer their legal services.
GW Law Students Win Funding at 2023 New Venture Competition
April 21, 2023
NVC awards $357,200 worth of prizes, including $163,000 in cash to winners, for the nationally recognized annual competition.