August 13, 2010

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Four Faculty Appointed to Named Professorships
Professors Nancy Combs, Neal E. Devins, James G. Dwyer, and Michael Steven Green have been appointed to named professorships. “These professorships recognize the achievements of four of the Law School’s  outstanding scholars and teachers,” said Dean Davison M. Douglas. Click here for more.

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Professor Kathryn Urbonya Retires from Faculty
A noted Fourth Amendment scholar and professor known for her commitment to teaching, Professor Urbonya retired in July after 13 years of service to the Law School community. Click here for more.


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Professor Ryan Balances Federalism, Environmentalism, and Music
Early endeavors such as studying ethnomusicology and working as a forest ranger provided a rich foundation for Professor Erin Ryan's ultimate career as a scholar and law professor. Click here for story.


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Edward L. Flippen M.B.A. '67, J.D. '74 Appointed to W&M's Board of Visitors
Virginia Gov. Robert F. McDonnell announced Flippen's appointment to the BOV on July 1. Click here for story.


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Students Receive Federal Grant for Tidewater Roots Poll Project
Thanks to a grant from the Election Assistance Commission, members of the Election Law Society will recruit and train college students in the Tidewater region to serve as poll workers this fall. Click here for story.


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Class Notes- Keep in Touch!
Click here to submit your latest news and to read the Summer 2010 edition of Class Notes.


Career Opportunities at the Law School
The Law School invites applications for an Assistant Dean for Career Services. Please submit applications by August 20. Click here for more information.  The position # is FP098W and  is listed under the "Professional" tab.


Civil Legal Assistance Attorney Student Loan Repayment Program  (CLAAP)
Equal Justice Works has published a website providing information on this new  Department of Education loan repayment assistance program which will award funds on a first-come, first-served basis. According to EJW the new program  "will repay a portion of eligible federal student loan debt for civil legal assistance attorneys who are employed full-time." Applications are due Aug. 16, 2010. For more info, visit the EJW website.


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Upcoming Alumni Events & Law School Conferences - Save the Dates!

September 24 - 25: 23rd Annual Supreme Court Preview Please note that IBRL is offering a special registration rate to W&M alumni of $275.00. Use registration code: WMLA.

September 30 -  October 1: 7th Annual Brigham-Kanner Property Rights Conference

October 22: Privacy, Democracy, and Elections, a W&M Bill of Rights Journal Symposium

November 10 - 12: 56th William & Mary Tax Conference


List a Job Opening, Schedule Employment Interviews
We encourage alumni to use the Employer Services page to schedule employment interviews on-campus, via Skype or video conference, or at an off-campus interview program; request resume collection; or list positions to which students and/or graduates can apply individually.


Career Services for Alumni
The Office of Career Services is happy to assist alumni who are seeking employment or pursuing new career opportunities. OCS offers a wide range of resources and can provide counseling via telephone or in person. Learn more about career services for graduates of the Law School.


Have You Changed Your Work or Home Address?
We want to stay in touch. You can update your contact information online by logging into the Alumni Directory and clicking on the link ("To update your own information"). Go to the online directory page.


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