News Stories

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Legacy of Resilience: Honoring Black History Month

February 1, 2024

Spotlighting GW Law's Black alumni: Inspirational stories of excellence, resilience, and impact in the legal field.

"Most State Abortion Bans Have Limited Exceptions − But It’s Hard to Understand What They Mean"

January 31, 2024

In a recent co-authored article, Professor Suter explains how US abortion restrictions create confusion.

Wendy Ellis Announced as Director of GW Equity Institute

January 30, 2024

The assistant professor of global health & director of the Center for Community Resilience will lead the interdisciplinary Equity Institute into its next phase.

74th Annual Van Vleck Competition Recap

January 29, 2024

"Van Vleck really illustrates the best part of GW Law," noted Lauren Arquette, Class of 2024, and 2023 Van Vleck Moot Court Competition winner.

Cape May Fishermen at Center of High Stakes US Supreme Court Case

January 29, 2024

“This happens to be the moment when the court is ready to reconsider Chevron,” Professor Siegel said.

James Van Drie, Class of 2024, Wins the Law Student Writing Contest of the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Armed Forces Law

January 26, 2024

The ABA SCAFL’s writing contest is an opportunity for law students to showcase outstanding essays that explore military justice issues and applications.

GW Law's International & Comparative Law Program Fall 2023 Newsletter is Available

January 24, 2024

The International & Comparative Program hosted a remembrance to honor the legacy of the late Professor and Judge Thomas Buergenthal.

"U.S. v. Rahimi begs the Supreme Court to choose women’s lives over guns."

January 22, 2024

In her recent op-ed, Professor Mary Anne Franks highlights the gendered nature of gun use, particularly in cases of domestic violence.

Dean Dayna Bowen Matthew Advocates for Equity in Public Health Education at APHA Annual Meeting

January 18, 2024

Dean Matthew addresses health education equity at the 2023 American Public Health Association Annual Meeting and Expo.

GW Law Shines: Faculty and Staff Make Waves at AALS Annual Meeting

January 16, 2024

The AALS Annual Meeting occurred on January 3-6 in Washington, DC.

Professor Blake Morant To Speak at MLK Celebration

January 15, 2024

Professor Morant is the first Black person to serve as dean at GW Law and will speak at the UVA LAW as part of UVA’s Community MLK Celebration.

Meet the 2024 Van Vleck Constitutional Law Moot Court Finalists

January 12, 2024

The final round will take place on Thursday, January 25.