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Former Supreme Court Chief Justice To Assume Sanders Chair At Uga Law, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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Harold D. Melton, who previously served as the chief justice of the Georgia SupremeCourt, has been named the holder of the Carl E. Sanders Chair in PoliticalLeadership at the University of Georgia School of Law.

In Memoriam: Carter Chair Emeritus R. Perry Sentell Jr., University Of Georgia School Of Law

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Dean's message sharing the news of the passing of Carter Chair Emeritus R. Perry Sentell Jr. on Jan. 28,2021, at the age of 86. A 1958 law school alumnus, he retired in 2004 after 46 years of teaching and service at the University of Georgia.

Uga School Of Law Wins National Moot Court Competition, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This message addressed to alumni/alumnae and friends congratulates third-year students Jonathan Kaufman, John Lex Kenerly IV and Joseph H. "Joe" Stuhrenberg for winning the 70th Annual National Moot Court Competition in New York City. It includes a photograph and additional information.

Uga School Of Law A Leader In Bar Passage, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This message addressed to alumni/alumnae and friends of the School of Law community addresses rankings for Bar Passage including announcement of UGA law school as a leader in bar passage in the nation for outperforming other state average bar passage rates for first-time takers in 2019.

Fund Honors Law School's First Black Graduate, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This message announces the establishment of the Chester C. Davenport Memorial Endowment Fund to support scholarships and fellowships in the School of Law community in memory of the law school's first African American graduate. It includes mention of Davenport's passing in early August 2020, and a photograph of him with students during a 2016 visit to the law school.

Uga Law School Advocate Is Now Online, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This messaging announces the first digital-only edition of the school's Advocate magazine, includes a cover image and linked out to the online website where the magazine will now reside.

Univ. Of Ga. School Of Law Named Three-Time Best Value, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This infographic-style messaging to the School of Law community included key stats arranged in a visual way sharing 2018, 2019 and 2020 "best Value", "Gold Standard", "Ultimate Bar Passage Rate" and "Federal Clerkships" rankings.

Uga Law Named Back-To-Back-To-Back Best Value, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This message to the law school community shared that the University of Georgia School of Law was named the country’s best value law school for the third consecutive year – the first law school in history to achieve this honor.

Univ. Of Ga Law School Tops On Return On Investment, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This infographic-style messaging to the School of Law community included key stats arranged in a visual way sharing 2018, 2019 and 2020 "best Value", "Gold Standard", "Ultimate Bar Passage Rate" and "Federal Clerkships" rankings. with a red graphical highlighted section titled "Producing the next generation of legal leaders".

$3 Million Gift To Uga School Of Law Will Transform First-Generation Student Experiences, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This message was sent to alumni/alumnae and friends of the UGA School of Law related to a gift transforming first-generation student experiences.

Uga School Of Law Advances Its Mission, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This messaging was addressed to alumni/alumnae and friends of the School of Law community related to progress towards the Commit to Georgia campaign. It discusses the support raised so far and the scholarship and other opportunities the goals made possible for students.

Law Firm Establishes Scholarship In Honor Of Casey, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This message to alumni/alumnae and friends reviews an exciting weekend celebrating Professor Kellie Casey, the pledge of support members made toward the school, and announces the establishment of a new scholarship in Casey's honor.

Uga School Of Law Is On The Rise And Building Momentum, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This message to the School of Law community shares news of the 2020 U.S. News & World Report law school ranking, other steps alumni-alumnae support and leadership have made towards achieving strategic goals, and invites everyone to take part in Alumni/Alumnae Weekend in March 2020.

$1 Million Gift To Law School Will Fund Student Scholarships, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This message to the law school community announces a $1 million gift for funding more student scholarships, particularly to law students who have demonstrated success in the face of challenging circumstances.

Back-To-Back Best Value Law School, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This info-graphic style message to the law school community shares information including being ranked # Best Value Law School by National Jurist for 2019 and 2018 "Back to Back", as well as employment and ultimate bar passage rates among other stats and data on law student success and return on investment measures.

Uga School Of Law Named Best Value In Legal Education, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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We are excited to share that for the second year in a row, the University of Georgia School of Law has been named the Best Value in Legal Education in the United States by the National Jurist. As these rankings are based largely upon outcome-driven factors such as average indebtedness, bar passage and employment, this speaks volumes to the school's relentless pursuit of a vision to be the nation's very best return on investment in legal education.

$1 Million Gift To Support Family Justice Clinic, Scholarships, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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The memory of a domestic violence victim will have a lasting impact on the University of Georgia School of Law as an anonymous donor has pledged $1 million to support the school’s Family Justice Clinic and create a Distinguished Law Fellowship, both bearing the victim’s name – Jane W. Wilson.

Wilson, a resident of rural Northern Georgia in her early thirties, was shot and killed by her second husband of just three days during August 1976. Her two young children, aged 10 and 8, witnessed the homicide.

By making this gift to the law school, the …

Uga School Of Law Named Best Value In Legal Education, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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"We are excited to let you know that the University of Georgia School of Law has been named the Best Value in Legal Education in the United States by the National Jurist. Its rankings are based largely upon outcome-driven factors such as average indebtedness, bar passage and employment."

Uga School Of Law Grads Record Highest State Bar Passage Rate For Fifth Consecutive Year, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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"The results are in, and the University of Georgia School of Law is proud to share that for the fifth consecutive year our graduates had the highest passage rate for first-time bar examination takers in Georgia for the July sitting. We hope you will join us in congratulating these new lawyers – whose success can be attributed to preparation, hard work and the world-class legal education they received as the result of your active engagement and financial support."

Uga School Of Law Leading The Way, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This message from the Dean included sections on "Leading the Way", "Preparing the Next Generation of Legal Leaders", and "Connecting with the Judiciary" among highlights alongside significant data, photographs and text.

In Memoriam: Alan Watson, University Of Georgia School Of Law

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This message was sent to the alumni/alumnae and friends of the law school community announcing the passing of Alan Watson. Excerpt from the message:

"Watson - one of the world's foremost authorities on Roman law, comparative law, legal history, and law and religion - passed away November 7, 2018, at the age of 85. Watson was a former Distinguished Research Professor and the holder of the Ernest P. Rogers Chair at the law school, where he taught for more than 20 years before retiring in 2012."

News @ Georgia Law, May 2015, Office Of Communications And Public Relations

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Yates confirmed as U.S. deputy attorney general; U.S. District Court Judge Steve Jones to deliver Georgia Law commencement speech; Burch receives American Law Institute's Young Scholars Medal; Hashimoto named Josiah Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professor and associate dean for clinical programs and experiential learning; Moser to lead advancement office; Hunnicutt, Loudermilk and White receive DSS Awards; Brown, Ringhand and Turner recognized by students, other Awards Day honors; Eaton and Wood appointed to law school's Board of Visitors; Notable faculty scholarship; Students recorded strong finishes in advocacy and negotiation competitions; White and Blanchard receive awards from UGA Alumni Association; Six Georgia Law …

News @ Georgia Law, May 2014, Office Of Communications And Public Relations

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Dean White to step down; Georgia Law Advocacy Program has record year; brings home four national titles; ABA’s Rives to deliver graduation keynote; Appellate Litigation Clinic students claim victory; Georgia Law welcomes executive director of career development; Three faculty recognized for excellence; Amann serves as distinguished discussant and publishes book; Baradaran publishes article in the Harvard Law Review Forum; Hall publishes article in the University of Pennsylvania Law Review Online; Hashimoto publishes article in the Northwestern University Law Review; Hellerstein publishes article in the Virginia Tax Review; Smith named president-elect of the Association for Law, Property and Society; Alumna named …

News @ Georgia Law, March 2014, Office Of Communications And Public Relations

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Students win National Moot Court Competition and "best of the best" national moot court tournament plus take top trophy at regional round of national mock trial competition; Georgia Law captures the ABA Tax Challenge top trophy; Appellate Litigation Clinic gains victory in court; Georgia Law finishes as semifinalists in Transactional LawMeet regional; School plans to offer new degree; Concourse named in honor of Kirbo family; Georgia Law hosted judicial ethics conference; Students organize music industry conference; Recent events held at Georgia Law focused on the intersection of public health and environmental law as well as public interest law; Meyer and …

News @ Georgia Law, November 2013, Office Of Communications And Public Relations

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Articles include: Justice Stevens delivered keynote address at freedom of the press conference; Georgia Law continues to be recognized as a best value; Investiture ceremony for UGA president; Moot court program earns national attention; “Tinker Tour” visited Athens; Hellerstein publishes book on taxation of global digital commerce; Wharton publishes book on legal writing and legal method; Cook selected as SEC Administrative Fellow; Dodge chosen for Next Generation Program; Watson named All-Star; Cohen honored with membership in the American Law Institute; SCOTUSblog conference available for viewing online; O’Reilly joins Office of Law School Advancement; Best wishes for the upcoming holiday season; …

News @ Georgia Law, August 2013, Office Of Communications And Public Relations

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Georgia Law welcomes the Class of 2016; Morehead installed as UGA's 22nd president; Former U.S. ambassador serves as Sanders Scholar; Renovation work completed; Rutledge named associate dean for faculty development and five other faculty promoted; Three new professors join the Georgia Law faculty; Ringhand publishes book on U.S. Supreme court confirmation process; Cohen participates in U.N. Consultative Process; Darden and Jones receive DSS Award; Alumna recognized as one of the world's most powerful women; Six Georgia Law grads selected for UGA's 40 under 40; Roseboro to lead admissions efforts and Bridges to be associate director; Make plans to attend the …

News @ Georgia Law, May 2013, Office Of Communications And Public Relations

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Articles include: Sixth graduate in nine years selected to clerk for U.S. Supreme Court; Advocacy teams finish the season with national win and other top honors; U.S. Court of Appeals Judge Martin to deliver commencement address; Portrait unveiling ceremony for U.S. District Court Chief Judge Carnes; Cuban embargo conference; Sibley Lecturer addresses social injustices; U.S. Court of Appeals Judge Jones delivers House Lecture; Judges discuss diversity on the bench; Kurtz to step down in June and Brown named successor; Amann honored with international law award; Thompson named ASIL counsellor; Burch selected to join ALI; Faculty members recognized for excellence; Law …

News @ Georgia Law, February 2013, Office Of Communications And Public Relations

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Alumnus Jere Morehead named next UGA president; UN World Food Programme Director speaks at Georgia Law events; Amann appointed special adviser to the International Criminal Court; Advocacy and Negotiation Competition teams bring home national championship and other top honors; Upcoming conferences focus on music law, environmental law, public interest law and trade law; Faculty Highlights: Lori A. Ringhand, Timothy Meyer, Logan E. Sawyer III and Harlan G. Cohen; Georgia Law student wins top honors at legal writing competition; Alumnus featured in Sundance Film Festival documentary; Second-year law student crowned Miss UGA; Bridge named in memory of former Associate Dean Ellen …

News @ Georgia Law, November 2012, Office Of Communications And Public Relations

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New service learning program to launch this spring; two more on the horizon; Foyer named for Aflac Foundation President Kathelen Amos (J.D.'82); Georgia Law continues to be recognized as a best value; Global Internship Program receives funding from the Freeman Foundation; ASIL Midyear Meeting held in Athens/Atlanta; Georgia Supreme Court to hear oral arguments at Georgia Law; Faculty Highlights: Lonnie T. Brown Jr., Julian A. Cook III, Walter Hellerstein, Peter B. "Bo" Rutledge; Georgia Law wins Hulsey/Gambrell competition; takes second at national civil rights and liberties moot; Prosecutorial Clinic director and students reach milestones; Georgia Law says goodbye to Sarajane …

News @ Georgia Law, August 2012, Office Of Communications And Public Relations

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Georgia Law welcomes the Class of 2015; $1.5 million cy pres award goes toward student scholarships; Baradaran and Barnett join the Georgia Law faculty; Rotunda renovation completed; Shipley, Levin, Cohen and Graham earn promotions; Thompson rejoins PepsiCo as executive vice president; Cohen wins JILP Peer Review Award; Amann participates in a closed-door workshop; Barnett selected to present at the 2012 Yale-Stanford-Harvard Junior Faculty Forum; LSA presents highest honor to Kurtz and Wooten; Athens and Columbus firms win Firm and Corporate Alumni Challenge; Chaffin and Surrency recognized for dedication to the legal profession; Eleven Georgia Law alumni named to UGA’s 40 …