In its ongoing effort to redefine what it means to be a great national public law school, the School of Law is pleased to share that 100% of first-generation college graduates and military veterans enrolled in its Juris Doctor program are receiving scholarships for the fifth straight year. Last fall, the minimum award was raised to a one-quarter scholarship. This effort is supported by a range of funds focused on these two cohorts. Key catalytic donors include 1982 alumna Kathelen V. Amos and the Daniel P. Amos Family Foundation, 1980 alumnus E. David Hart Jr. and the Hart Family Foundation, and 1977 alumnus James E. “Jim” Butler Jr.
Congratulations to second-year student Emily Whitest for receiving a fellowship to attend the Food Law Student Leadership Summit at Harvard Law School in October. The summit is a premier conference for students who are passionate about improving the food and agricultural systems that impact society. This year’s summit is titled Food and Democracy: From Policy to Plate.
Just over 200 students began their academic journey to earn a law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law last week. Members of the Class of 2028 - the most academically qualified in school history - were joined by 14 Master of Laws and six Master in the Study of Law candidates.
The University of Georgia Alumni Association Board of Directors has elected its 79th president, Corey Dortch, and approved seven new board members, including Santhia L. Curtis (J.D.’91). Their terms began July 1. Additionally, alumni Yvette K. Daniels (J.D.’89) and Kevin A. Gooch (J.D.’04) concluded their terms on the board on June 30.
The University of Georgia School of Law has created a new admissions pathway for prospective students who earn a bachelor’s degree from University System of Georgia institutions. For the fall 2026 admissions cycle, students with qualifying academic credentials can apply for admission without taking the Law School Admission Test or Graduate Record Exam. Admitted students will automatically qualify for a $5,000 merit scholarship.