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The AUWCL community is excited to welcome Michael Barry as he embarks on his first day as dean of @AmericanU Washington College of Law. Dean Barry brings a people-centered approach, a commitment to justice, and a vision for building on AUWCL's strengths.
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Join AUWCL for the launch of the Rule of Law and Development (ROLD) Program and a conversation with Justice (R) Syed Mansoor Ali Shah, former Judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan. RSVP: tinyurl.com/Rule-of-Law-20…
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WCL’s Mock Trial team delivered a strong performance at the Peter James Johnson National Civil Rights Competition! After a unanimous semifinal win over Regent, Brianna Parkinson, Sean Buss, Katherine Olsson & Michael Tracy advanced to the championship against Georgetown.
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A record-breaking 36 teams competed in this year’s Burton Wechsler First Amendment Moot Court Competition at AUWCL!
More: tinyurl.com/Wechsler2026 @WCLMootCourt
More: tinyurl.com/Wechsler2026 @WCLMootCourt
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Congrats to AUWCL alumni Stacey Plaskett ’94 and Robert C. White Jr. ’07 on their victories Tuesday night! Plaskett made history as the first woman elected governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands, while White was elected as the DC’s delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Congrats to AUWCL Prof. Yael Bromberg, who earned the 2026 Frederic W. Ness Book Award from the AAC&U for her co-edited book, “Youth Voting Rights: Civil Rights, the Twenty-Sixth Amendment, and the Fight for American Democracy on College Campuses.”
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Infinite scrolling. Autoplay. Push notifications. Could social media design create legal liability? In the latest Ask an American Law Professor, AUWCL Prof. Jamie Abrams explains the tort law behind a growing wave of lawsuits.
Watch: youtu.be/kKg-cXKzxDI?si…
Watch: youtu.be/kKg-cXKzxDI?si…
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From jury oversight and immigration to student voting, public corruption, and environmental health, AUWCL faculty continue to share expertise that matters. Check out their recent contributions in leading media outlets and policy forums.
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Congratulations to AUWCL Mock Trial Team members Samuel Mercer, Lauren Smith, Kaitlyn Aguirre, and Micah Chandler on earning national finalist honors at the 2026 National Trial Competition at Syracuse University College of Law!
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Congrats to Prof. Fernanda Nicola on her election as vice president of the American Society of Comparative Law! Founded in 1951, the Society advances scholarship, fosters collaboration, and promotes engagement in comparative law. @AUWCL_INTL
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AUWCL Alumni Reunion 2026 brought generations together, including a great turnout from the Class of 1976 celebrating 50 years! Congratulations to GOLD Award recipient Dr. Emelyne Calimoutou, LLM ’16.
Relive the memories in our reel and photo gallery: tinyurl.com/Alumni-Reunion…
Relive the memories in our reel and photo gallery: tinyurl.com/Alumni-Reunion…
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Did Olivia Dean copy Bill Withers? AUWCL Professor Michael Carroll explains the copyright dispute involving “I’ve Seen It” and “Just the Two of Us”—and why musical similarity doesn't necessarily mean infringement. youtube.com/watch?v=zfiadK…
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Join AUWCL’s Anti-Corruption Law Program for the 2026 Frank Menaker, Jr. Lecture on Corporate Integrity and Ethics. Featuring Hui Chen to discuss corporate integrity, compliance, and ethical business practices. Register: tinyurl.com/Menaker-Lectur…
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Two human rights issues prepared by AUWCL’s Impact Litigation Fellows have been selected for thematic hearings at the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights. Find out more: tinyurl.com/IACHR-Cases-AU… @AcadHumanRights @AUWCL_INTL @humanrts @CIDH
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American University Washington College of Law proudly celebrates Howard Ray Cheris ’91 on his appointment to the District Court of Maryland for Montgomery County! His appointment reflects the leadership and commitment to service that AUWCL graduates bring to the legal profession.
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DC AG @BrianforDC visited AUWCL for an event hosted by the Stephen S. Weinstein Advocacy Program. He met with Dean Michael Barry, AU Interim President @DeanMarchick, and student leaders before sitting down for a conversation on law, equity, public service, and community impact.
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Congrats to Dr. Emelyne Calimoutou LLM '16 who will receive the Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD) Award at the AUWCL Alumni Reunion on Oct. 10! Join us in celebrating her achievements and dedication to the AUWCL community. Register: tinyurl.com/2026-Alumni-Re… @AUWCL_alumni
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From election law and cybercrime to medical billing, player safety, press freedom, and environmental justice, AUWCL faculty continue to share expertise that matters. Check out their recent contributions in leading media outlets and policy forums.
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The @WCLAdvocacyPrgm proudly welcomes @DCAttorneyGen for “An Afternoon with an Advocate,” a conversation on law, equity, public service, and community impact.
Lunch provided. RSVP: tinyurl.com/Schwalb-Event
Lunch provided. RSVP: tinyurl.com/Schwalb-Event
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Reconnect with classmates and faculty at the Faculty Reception at Lia’s Italian Restaurant during Alumni Reunion Weekend. Cost: $40 per person, including appetizers, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Open to all alumni and guests ages 21+. Register today: tinyurl.com/2026-Alumni-Re…
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Can “lunch shaming” violate a student’s federal right to privacy?
In a recent Emory Law Journal article, Professor @Ira_Robbins_1 examines how publicly identifying students with unpaid meal debt may run afoul of #FERPA.
Read: tinyurl.com/Ira-Lunch-Sham…
In a recent Emory Law Journal article, Professor @Ira_Robbins_1 examines how publicly identifying students with unpaid meal debt may run afoul of #FERPA.
Read: tinyurl.com/Ira-Lunch-Sham…
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