Advancing Democracy

ASU hosts first student-led Model Constitutional Convention

Imagine a congressional floor debate between varying political parties that not only puts personal attacks aside, but is civil, respectful and productive.

ABA Immediate Past President Mary Smith inspires ASU Law's new class: Insights on leadership, advocacy and embracing change

 

Washington, D.C. summer program builds next generation of leaders

Students from around the country were given the unique opportunity to live, work and learn in Washington, D.C., this summer through a brand-new program.

2 ASU Law professors achieve legal immortality

Two professors at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University had their scholarship cited in two major U.S. Supreme Court decisions in 2024, achieving the ultimate legal immortality and cementing themselves as legal authorities. 

ASU Law students earn record number of judicial clerkships

Students who graduate from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University are used to making an impact. Now, they’re breaking records. 

First Amendment Clinic students win big at Arizona Supreme Court

Students made a lasting impact on Arizona journalism when

Justin Weinstein-Tull appointed to Arizona civil rights board

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes on Tuesday announced five appointments to the Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board, including one faculty member at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University.

ASU Law professor elected to military justice fellowship

A Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University professor was elected to a prestigious fellowship due to her work with veterans and military causes. Clinical Professor of Law Ann Ching was invited to become a fellow with the National Institute of Military Justice in late 2023. The global nonprofit was founded in 1991 to administer justice in the armed forces and improve the public’s understanding of military justice. 

ASU Law helps set legal precedent in public records law

The First Amendment Clinic at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University led an effort that has changed the way public records requests are made in Arizona.

ASU Law appoints first director of public interest

A new position at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law is helping students on their way to careers in public service. Vanessa Pineda has joined ASU Law as its first director of public interest as part of the law school’s continued emphasis on jobs aimed at advancing justice.