University of Michigan Law professor Margo Schlanger honored for promoting equity and social change
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN LAW — The Center for the Education of Women+ at the University of Michigan announced that Schlanger, the Wade H. and Dores M. McCree Collegiate Professor of Law, will receive its Carol Hollenshead Inspire Award for Excellence in Promoting Equity and Social Change.
Read More about University of Michigan Law professor Margo Schlanger honored for promoting equity and social changeYale Law shares that student diversity has remained steady following US Supreme Court decision on affirmative action
YALE DAILY NEWS — While the Yale Law School previously reported a 12 percent decrease in the enrollment of students of color after the fall of affirmative action, the latest American Bar Association report reveals the racial demographics remained relatively stable compared to last year’s class.
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BLOOMBER LAW — Diversity, equity and inclusion programs at bar associations and law schools will be subject to more scrutiny under a second Trump administration.
Read More about Executive Order could target diversity, equity and inclusion programs at bar associations and law schoolsA profile on Boston University Law professor and associate dean for equity, justice, and engagement Erika Georg
THE RECORD — Drawing lines between environmental justice, technology, and corporate social responsibility, Erika George is a leading scholar in the field of business and human rights.
Read More about A profile on Boston University Law professor and associate dean for equity, justice, and engagement Erika GeorgABA 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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