Graduates Walker W. Beard (J.D.’13), Ellen R. Clarke (J.D.’14) and Braden T. Meadows (J.D.’24) were selected by the UGA Alumni Association as members of its 2026 Class of 40 Under 40, which honors graduates who uphold the three pillars of the Arch: wisdom, justice and moderation. The article titled "UGA’s 40 Under 40 spotlights the next generation of leaders” was written by Rachael Andrews and published 7/22/26.
Pictured above are: (clockwise) Walker Beard, Braden Meadows and Ellen Clarke.