Maya Wiley named 2023-24 Joseph L. Rauh, Jr. Chair of Civil and Human Rights

Maya Wiley, president, and chief executive officer of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights and The Leadership Conference Education Fund, has been named the 2023-2024 Joseph L. Rauh, Jr. Chair of Civil and Human Rights by the District of Columbia School of Law Foundation (DCSLF).

In Spring 2023, eleven UDC Law students are enrolled in the externship seminar, engaging in legal work with DC Circuit and DC Superior Court judges, public interest organizations, and federal and local government agencies. Professor Shelley Broderick teaches the externship course this semester and shares with us these summaries and photographs of the students’ externship experiences this semester.

UDC Law Alumnus Akeem Earle'22 hosts

"Live Podcast with DC Attorney General Schwalb"

From left, DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb, Dean Twinette Johnson, Akeem Earle’22

In a recent event, UDC Law played hosted Akeem Earle'22, for a live recording of his podcast, "Conversate with Akeem D. Earle," featuring a prominent guest, District of Columbia Attorney General Brian Schwalb. The engaging discussion delved into invaluable advice for aspiring law students, current law students, and new lawyers. The conversation extended beyond the realm of academia, touching on the nuances of working in public service and public interest, drawing insightful comparisons with the private sector. This event not only provided a platform for meaningful dialogue but also served as a source of guidance for those charting their paths in the legal profession.

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Olie W. Rauh Professor John C. Brittan

featured in a Series of Notable Talks this Fall

Professor John Brittain

This fall, Professor Brittan participated in the National Association of College Admissions (NACAC) conference on September 21 at the Baltimore Convention Center. He joined a panel of experts, including Michael Dannenberg, a former senior official with the U.S. Department of Education, and education policy consultant Richard D. Kahlenberg, to discuss strategies for promoting diversity in higher education, following the Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action decision.

The DC Voter Representation convening was held on Saturday, September 30, at the University of the District of Columbia Student Center to address the complexities of the District's electoral landscape. The three-hour event drew attention to the need for a more robust and representative democratic process, featuring keynote speaker Maya Wiley, president and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights.

UDC Law State and Local Government Class Observes Arguments in Culley v. Marshall at the Supreme Court

The State and Local Government class at the University of the District of Columbia School of Law had the opportunity to witness the oral arguments for the case Culley v. Marshall at the Supreme Court on October 30. The courtroom buzzed with intensity as Chief Justice Kelly and the eight associate justices engaged in a vigorous interrogation of the legal issues at hand.

Celebrating Champions of Justice: Highlights from the Sixth Annual Justice Tribute in Detroit

The Sixth Annual Justice Tribute, hosted by the Arab American Civil Rights League (ACRL) and the Detroit Branch NAACP, took place on Wednesday, November 15, at the Huntington Tower in Detroit, honoring UDC Law Adjunct Professor Amir H. Ali and Third Judicial Circuit Judge Deborah H. Thomas for their outstanding contributions to civil rights and justice.

UDC Law LexisNexis Rule of Law Fellows

Advancing Equity in the Legal System

UDC Law Lexis Nexis Fellows with Class of 2023 Lexis Nexis Rule of Law Fellows. On the far left, Paul Campbell, 3L and SBA President Imani Roberson, 3L.

Launched in 2021, the LexisNexis African Ancestry Network & LexisNexis Rule of Law Foundation Fellowship provides a unique experience to accelerate law students' careers, develop their leadership skills, and create opportunities to make a real difference. Fellows work alongside LexisNexis employees to identify potential solutions to systemic racism challenges in the U.S. legal system.

LexisNexis fellows Imani Roberson, 3L, and Paul Campbell, 3L, presented their work at the Third Annual LexisNexis Equity in the Law Summit and Symposium in October.

UDC Law Alumna Delali A. Dagadu Discusses Legal Principles and Immigration Advocacy in Podcast Interview

Delali A. Dagadu '22, recently shared insights into her legal career and the impact of her alma mater on her professional values in a podcast interview on OnlineVisas. Developed by immigration attorneys, OnlineVisas integrates cutting-edge immigration legal services with advanced technology. This unique combination aims to achieve higher approval rates without escalating expenses.

A Liberian American immigrant with a diverse background that spans five countries, Dagadu has dedicated her professional life to immigration work. She passionately advocates for and defends non-citizens, drawing from her own experiences and understanding of the complexities involved in immigration matters.

Clinical Program Highlights

Clinical Highlights Video

UDC Law boasts one of the nation's strongest clinical legal education programs. Graduates must earn 10 to 14 clinic credit hours, contributing 33,200 service hours to the DC community last year. Our dedicated professors prioritize merging theory with practice in an experiential setting. Check out this year's Clinical Highlights Newsletter below.

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