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American University Washington College of Law welcomes Michael Barry as its next dean. With a record of strategic leadership and innovation, he joins AUWCL at a time of strong national momentum.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/Dean-Michael-Bar… @AmericanU
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Congrats to rising 3L Abbe Murphy ’27 on her appointment as director of student membership for the National Plaintiffs’ Law Association’s 2026–2027 Student Leadership Council. We’re proud to see her leadership and commitment to plaintiff advocacy recognized on the national stage.
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Congrats to Ally Brown ’27 and Daniela Gómez ’28, named 2026 @PeggyBFund Fellows! This nationally recognized honor supports the next generation of workplace justice advocates, providing immersive experiences with unions, labor organizations, and union-side law firms.
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Congrats to K. Catherine Walker ’21 on receiving the 2026 Joseph Minsky Young Lawyer Award from AILA. Her advocacy for immigrants’ rights began as a student attorney in AUWCL’s International Human Rights Law Clinic and continues today in her work at Grossman Young & Hammond.
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When Jake Christensen chose a law school, it was about finding a place that aligned with his goals and values. Today, Christensen is senior counsel at Zoom, helping navigate the legal, technological, and trust challenges that shape a global platform. More: tinyurl.com/Jake-Christensen
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AUWCL welcomes Marjorie McDowell as assistant dean of advancement. With over 20 years of advancement leadership experience, she brings a proven record of strengthening alumni engagement, building high-performing teams, and advancing philanthropic support. tinyurl.com/Marjorie-McDowel…
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Congrats to Claudia Alvarez Valencia on being named a summer fellow at Nunez Law! Valencia is pursuing an LL.M. in International Legal Studies with a specialization in intellectual property. @AUWCL_INTL
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Congrats to Prof. @bechamilton on being named co-chair of the 2027 Annual Meeting of @asilorg, one of the world's premier gatherings for international law scholars, practitioners, and policymakers. @AUWCL_INTL @AcadHumanRights
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In a recent @AmerHealthLaw's Speaking of Health Law podcast, @HealthAUWCL Director Asha Scielzo spoke with Radha A. Savitala of Tenor Health Foundation about preserving community hospitals, expanding access to care, and the future of healthcare. Listen: youtube.com/watch?v=GH8ZZw40…
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From free expression and AI in warfare to trademark law, government accountability, and executive overreach, AUWCL faculty continue to share expertise that matters. Check out their recent contributions in leading media outlets and policy forums.
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Congrats to rising 3L John Daniels on being selected for the @VAStateBar's Local Government Fellowship. This summer, he will intern with the Arlington County Attorney's Office. We're proud to see our students earning opportunities that make a difference. @auwcl_opi
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American University Washington College of Law retweeted
May 28
.@AU_SIS has established a memorial fund to honor Sarah Milgrim, SIS/MA ’23, on the one-year anniversary of her death in an act of antisemitic violence.
The fund celebrates Milgrim’s passion for global conflict resolution and environmental justice by providing crucial financial support to graduate students dedicated to building peace and bridging cultural divides. bit.ly/4uD3aMk
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AUWCL is pleased to welcome Professor Melanie O. Knapp as the new director of the Pence Law Library. Knapp brings extensive experience in academic law librarianship, legal research instruction, technology leadership, and faculty support. Discover more: tinyurl.com/Melanie-Oberlin-…
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The 31st Inter-American Human Rights Moot Court Competition welcomed teams from 21 countries and 44 universities. Congrats to the 2026 winners Jimena Jose Montaño Rojas and Catherine María Alves Goncalves from Andrés Bello Catholic University. More photos: tinyurl.com/2026-IAMOOT
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Ella Kruczynska, JD ’26, helped prepare one of Maryland’s early Maryland Second Look Act petitions through AUWCL’s Decarceration & Re-entry Clinic, directed by Prof. Rachel Kamins. After more than 31 years of incarceration, her client walked free. tinyurl.com/Ella-Kruczynska
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Rep. Jamie Raskin challenged the Class of 2026 to lead with courage, stand on the side of justice, and recognize the responsibility that comes with a legal education. As he reminded graduates: “You’re the hope.” Discover more: tinyurl.com/AUWCLGrad2026 #2026AUGrad @AmericanU
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American University Washington College of Law retweeted
May 16
And just like that, our final commencement ceremony wraps up — but the journey of these graduates is just beginning. Congratulations to the @AUWCL graduates on this remarkable achievement! #2026AUGrad
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American University Washington College of Law retweeted
May 16
Today we celebrate the future advocates and defenders of justice — the @AUWCL Class of 2026! 🎓 Watch live at 10 a.m. american.edu/commencement/li…
#2026AUGrad
ALT A group of people in graduation attire stand smiling in a hallway. They are wearing blue robes with hoods, and one of them has a colorful stole. A banner reading "Congratulations Graduates" with the American University logo is visible.
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AUWCL has once again earned an A rating for Intellectual Property Law from @prelawmagazine, adding to its recent recognition as the #6 IP Law program in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
nationaljurist.com/top-law-s… @WCL_PIJIP @NationalJurist
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Congrats to four AUWCL graduates selected for the prestigious @EJW_org Fellowship Program, tying the law school’s previous record set in 2017.
Explore their fellowship projects and future impact: tinyurl.com/EJW-Fellows-26
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AUWCL Prof. @LewisGrossman coauthored an amicus brief filed in the U.S. Supreme Court with Covington & Burling LLP on behalf of 21 food & drug law scholars, supporting mifepristone manufacturers in a case on FDA restrictions. More: tinyurl.com/Grossman-Amicus-… @HealthAUWCL
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