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Breaking Barriers: The Hidden Challenges First-Generation Law Students Face—and How to Overcome Them

Introduction: The Silent Struggle of First-Generation Law Students Law school is a rigorous intellectual and emotional journey, but for first-generation…

Diversity in Law Schools: Black and Hispanic Enrollment Declines at Elite Institutions

National Trends in Law School Diversity Remain Steady The diversity of first-year law students nationwide held steady in 2024, with…

Law School Diversity Steady Despite Affirmative Action Ban

Encouraging Trends Amid Legal Challenges Racial and ethnic diversity in law school enrollment has remained steady in 2024, defying concerns…

20 Years of Law School Insights: Diversity, Debt, and Student Satisfaction Trends

Over the past two decades, law school students have consistently rated their educational experiences highly. According to the Law School…

Why Becoming a Law Professor Is Tougher Than Ever — But Most Are Happy Once They Get There

The role of a law professor remains one of the most sought-after positions in the legal world, offering intellectual challenge,…

ABA Stands Firm on Diversity Standards Amid Legal Education Debate

The American Bar Association (ABA) is working to retain references to “race and ethnicity” in its diversity standards for law…

Impact of Recent Legislation on Law Schools

Law schools across the United States are grappling with the effects of recent anti-DEI laws, which challenge the foundations of…

Georgetown Law Embraces STEM Majors

Summary of the Article Georgetown Law admissions dean Andy Cornblatt is particularly enthusiastic about applications from students with STEM (science,…

Alleged Discrimination against Conservative Students in Top Law Reviews Sparks Concerns

Allegations of a lack of representation for conservative students within the mastheads of prestigious law reviews at three prominent American…

UVA Law’s Latest Illustrious Faculty Members

Photo Credits: UVA Law The University of Virginia School of Law has recently added 17 high-profile academics as faculty members.…

GW Law Review Appoints Its First AAPI Editor-in-Chief

Photo Credits: S. Stephanie Hahn GW Law Review Appoints Its First AAPI Editor-in-Chief For the first time in its ninety…

Penn Law Honors First Black Woman Graduate, Announces Three Full Tuition Scholarships

Penn Law Honors First Black Woman Graduate, Announces Three Full Tuition Scholarships Photo Credits: Penn Today Penn Law has announced…