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."
Small Business and Community Economic Development Clinic Empowering Nonprofits to Make a Positive Impact
May 15, 2023
The Small Business & Community Economic Development Clinic had multiple client victories this year.
GW Law's Clinical Program Launches Advisory Council to Shape Support Growth and Innovation
May 15, 2023
In April 2023, the Clinical Law Advisory Council held its inaugural meeting.
Criminal Appeals and Post Convictions Clinic Scores Multiple Wins in Appeals
May 15, 2023
The CAPS Clinic typically beats the (under 10%) average for winning reversals in appeals from felony convictions, and recently achieved a string of successes.
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.