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Professor Susan R. Jones Awarded JEDI-CCE Award

December 1, 2023

Transform Mid-Atlantic awarded Professor Jones the JEDI-CCE Award for her contributions to clinical law and dedication to just community development at GW Law.

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Professor Kathryne Young Elected to Serve at the Law & Society Association

November 30, 2023

Professor Young will serve as the Secretary of the Law & Society Association.

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Professor Robert Brauneis Receives Honorary Degree from the University of Augsburg

November 27, 2023

This honorary doctorate in law was awarded in recognition of Professor Brauneis's contributions to the German-American legal dialogue.

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Chickasaw Advocate at GW Law: Morgan Gray's Journey and the Call for Indigenous Representation

November 21, 2023

Morgan Gray, Class of 2024, advocates for Tribal Nations, strives to establish a NALSA chapter and promotes Indigenous awareness in DC.

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In Latest Round of Seed Grants, Equity Institute Funds Community Health Research Network and Clinical Tool for Nursing Home Nurses

November 20, 2023

The Equity Institute has provided over $650K in funding for interdisciplinary projects and convened experts addressing racial, ethnic and economic inequality.

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Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer Returns to GW for Fourth Conversation

November 17, 2023

The Justice spoke about his time serving as chief judge of the US Court of Appeals for the First Circuit and his service on the US Sentencing Commission.

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Season Five of "Testimony with Dean Dayna Bowen Matthew" is Now Available

November 15, 2023

Season five of "Testimony with Dean Dayna Bowen Matthew" explores the journeys of distinguished GW Law alumni in Europe and Professor Tania Valdez.

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The George Washington Law Review's Vol. 92 Annual Symposium: Legally Disruptive Emerging Technologies

November 13, 2023

The George Washington Law Review's 92nd symposium explores legal challenges posed by emerging technologies, featuring experts discussing AI, and more.

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GW Law's Military Ties and National Security Program Fuel JAG Corps Success

November 10, 2023

GW Law's military ties and National Security program lead to high JAG Corps selections, providing crucial support for students.

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Introducing GW Law's New Health Law and Policy Program

November 8, 2023

GW Law's Health Law Initiative transformed into a comprehensive program, offering diverse courses and opportunities to shape future health law leaders.

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The GW Law Student Who Caught a Spy in the FBI

November 6, 2023

Former FBI agent and GW Law alumnus Eric O'Neill discusses catching Russian spy Robert Hanssen and shares insights on intelligence, and AI.

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Remembrance of Judge Thomas Buergenthal and Fall 2023 Brand-Manatt Lecture

November 3, 2023

GW Law's ICL Program honors Judge Buergenthal's legacy with a remembrance event, including a lecture on the right to peace and ICC discussion.