THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA — The endowed professorship in natural resources law was made possible through a generous $1 million gift from University of Arizona alumni couple Desmond “Des” and Jean Ruley Kearns, ensuring the long-term advancement of this essential field. “I am honored and thrilled to be selected for the Kearns professorship,” said Stern. “I look forward to passing on the values and legacy of the Kearns in the law school’s environmental program.”