ABA report: Law student diversity remains steady following US Supreme Court decision on affirmative action
REUTERS — Racial and ethnic diversity in law school enrollment did not decline in 2024, despite the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2023 ban on affirmative action in college admissions and fears that the number of diverse law students would plummet as a result.
Read More about ABA report: Law student diversity remains steady following US Supreme Court decision on affirmative actionAALS sections honor Harvard Law professor Guy-Uriel Charles with the Michael A. Olivas Award for Outstanding Leadership in Diversity and Mentoring in the Legal Academy
THE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN LAW SCHOOLS — Guy-Uriel Charles, Faculty Director of the Charles Hamilton Houston Institute for Race & Justice and Charles Ogletree, Jr. Professor of Law at Harvard Law School, is the recipient of the Michael A. Olivas Award for Outstanding Leadership in Diversity and Mentoring in the Legal Academy, a joint recognition…
Read More about AALS sections honor Harvard Law professor Guy-Uriel Charles with the Michael A. Olivas Award for Outstanding Leadership in Diversity and Mentoring in the Legal AcademyBoston University Law professor Jonathan Feingold discusses how diversity mandates could affect higher education
THE DAILY FREE PRESS — President-elect Donald Trump’s plans to reform higher education are sparking concerns about diversity, equity and inclusion at Boston-area universities.
Read More about Boston University Law professor Jonathan Feingold discusses how diversity mandates could affect higher educationWestern Association of Schools and Colleges considers dropping “diversity, equity, and inclusion” language from their standards
INSIDE HIGHER ED — After months of rhetoric from President-elect Donald Trump attacking diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives—as well as threats to “fire” accreditors—the Western Association of Schools and Colleges’ Senior College and University Commission is considering dropping DEI language from its standards.
Read More about Western Association of Schools and Colleges considers dropping “diversity, equity, and inclusion” language from their standardsOpinion: Legal profession must be more welcoming to lawyers with disabilities
FORBES — The legal profession has long been recognized for its rigorous standards and competitive environment. However, these attributes often perpetuate barriers that exclude talented individuals, particularly those with disabilities.
Read More about Opinion: Legal profession must be more welcoming to lawyers with disabilitiesFordham Law students recognized as Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program National Scholars
FORDHAM LAW NEWS — Four Fordham Law students were recognized for their exceptional academic accomplishments and commitment to diversity and inclusion as part of the Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program.
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STETSON UNIVERSITY — For the fifth year in a row, Stetson University College of Law has won the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award in recognition of its outstanding commitment to promoting belonging and inclusive excellence.
Read More about Stetson Law honored with excellence in diversity awardElon Law announces new student and faculty diversity fellows
TODAY AT ELON — Gianna Landrum L’25, Zinyah Robinson L’25, Savannah Stinson L’25, and Kristin Swilley L’25 will be joined by Assistant Professor Chrystal Clodomir in nurturing a culture of belonging and inclusivity among law students in Greensboro and Charlotte.
Read More about Elon Law announces new student and faculty diversity fellowsABA proposes new changes to diversity rules for law schools
BLOOMBERG LAW — The American Bar Association is tinkering with more changes to diversity, equity and inclusion-specific language standards for law schools, according to a Friday ABA memo.
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UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME THE LAW SCHOOL — On Friday, October 11, Notre Dame Law School’s Black Law Students Association (BLSA) hosted a fireside chat titled, “Still in the Game.”
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