New book on Robert’s Rules of Order details its use in universities
INSIDE HIGHER ED — Robert’s Rules of Order was first published in 1876. And today it continues to influence many organizations that use the book, including colleges, universities and academic organizations. Princeton University Press has just published the original book along with an essay by Christopher P. Loss, associate professor of education and history at Vanderbilt…
Read More about New book on Robert’s Rules of Order details its use in universitiesABA and AccessLex Institute report looks at the impact of student loan debt on young lawyers
ABA JOURNAL — A survey released Tuesday asked young attorneys if their legal education was worth the cost, and fewer than half said yes. However, 60.9% of respondents said that if they had to do it over, they would still attend law school.
Read More about ABA and AccessLex Institute report looks at the impact of student loan debt on young lawyersAlbany Law welcomes new faculty
ALBANY LAW SCHOOL — Albany Law School is welcoming four new faculty members for the Fall 2021 semester—including two clinic leaders within The Justice Center at Albany Law School.
Read More about Albany Law welcomes new facultyChristopher Heard to lead Clinical Programs at University of Houston Law Center
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON LAW CENTER — Christopher Heard was recently appointed by Dean Leonard M. Baynes as the Director of University of Houston Law Center Clinical Programs. “I am delighted that Professor Heard is taking the reins of the Law Center’s Clinical Programs,” Baynes said. “Since Professor Heppard’s election as judge in January of 2021, Professor Heard…
Read More about Christopher Heard to lead Clinical Programs at University of Houston Law CenterUniversity of Arizona Law appoints Derrick Beetso to head Indian gaming and tribal self-governance programs
ASU NEWS — Derrick Beetso, a 2010 alumnus of the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, has been named to take the helm of the college’s Indian gaming and tribal self-governance programs.
Read More about University of Arizona Law appoints Derrick Beetso to head Indian gaming and tribal self-governance programsTwo scholars join University of Wisconsin Law faculty
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON LAW SCHOOL — The University of Wisconsin Law School has strengthened its law faculty with two new hires, who join in a long tradition of excellence in research and teaching. Nate Atkinson and Stephanie Holmes Didwania joined the faculty this summer. “We’re thrilled to welcome Nate and Stephanie to the University of Wisconsin Law…
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FORDHAM LAW NEWS — Fordham Law School is pleased to announce the addition of four new faculty members. Atinuke “Tinu” Adediran, Julie Chi-hye Suk, and Ilene Strauss will join the full-time faculty starting in the fall semester. John R. Brooks will be in residence starting in the fall and joining the full-time faculty in fall 2022.…
Read More about Fordham Law welcomes new facultyUniversity of Wisconsin Law names Michael States associate dean of diversity, equity, and inclusion
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON SCHOOL OF LAW — The University of Wisconsin Law School is pleased to announce that Michael States will serve as the inaugural Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. In this newly created role, Dean States will lead the Law School’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, with an emphasis on racial and…
Read More about University of Wisconsin Law names Michael States associate dean of diversity, equity, and inclusionUniversity of Minnesota Law professors Allan Erbsen and William McGeveran receive named professorships
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA LAW SCHOOL — Effective immediately, Professors Allan Erbsen and William McGeveran have been named as the Popham, Haik, Schnobrich/Lindquist & Vennum Professor of Law and the Gray, Plant, Mooty, Mooty, & Bennett Professor of Law, respectively.
Read More about University of Minnesota Law professors Allan Erbsen and William McGeveran receive named professorshipsUMass Law welcomes new law faculty and staff
UMASS LAW — UMass Law is excited to announce the appointment of a new assistant director of legal career services and two new faculty members. They represent a range of law schools and experiences—serving as an immigration attorney, teaching legal skills and writing, and working as a district attorney.
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