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

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.

Black Heritage Celebration For Us By Us

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.

Professor Jeff Rosen, Mary Anne Franks, Mary-Rose Papandrea, and Dawn Nunziato

Free Speech or Hate Speech?

February 21, 2024

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

Andrew Satten and Commissioner Willie Phillips

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.

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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.

Madison Soares, Charlie La Vine, Darra Frino, Jagriti Khurana, Andrew Nettels, James Ring, GW Law logo, and Sung Shin

GWNY Through the Eyes of Alumni

February 16, 2024

We asked several students and alumni about their experiences with the GWNY program.

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A Bigger Bite of the Big Apple

February 15, 2024

GWNY adds Fall semester, doubling in size.

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Professor Jeffrey Kohn Reflects on the Past Eight Years of GWNY

February 15, 2024

GW Law's New York program connects law students with real-world experience, internships, and mentorship and is expanding to offer Fall and Spring semesters.

Michael and Bridgette Gershoni

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.

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"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.

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Devin Woodson, Class of 2025, Highlighted by US Rowing

February 9, 2024

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

Law students Fiorella Valladares, left, and Maria LeLourec met Quechua climate activist Saúl Luciano Lliuya in the Peruvian Andes

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.