Alumni news
Traveling from Arizona to New York to compete at the top moot court level
Two students from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University reached the final rounds of the New York City National Moot Court Competition, which took place from January 29 to 31.
ASU Law plays key role in 2025 ABA Midyear Conference
The American Bar Association’s midyear conference was held in downtown Phoenix from Jan. 29 to Feb. 3. The event, held at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, brought together more than 600 lawyers and judges from across the country. Attendees participated in 14 programs over two days covering topics such as solo and small firm practices, as well as insights from federal judges on their careers, lawyering and clerking.
At the forefront of clean energy policy
Michael O’Boyle (JD ‘14) is leading the way in clean energy policy as the senior director of electricity at Energy Innovation. His work includes designing policies that help the United States’ electricity grid go green. His time at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University gave him the tools he needed to learn about the fundamental concepts of energy and environmental law.
Championing sustainability in consumer product law
Will Wagner’s path to sustainability law began with his love for science. Originally, he considered a career in pharmaceuticals or medicine during his undergraduate years but realized his personality was better suited for a profession that allowed more social interaction and valued strong communication skills. It wasn’t until he was at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University that he discovered his true calling.
Trading law for a sustainable wine venture
Sarah Shadonix spent seven and a half years as a commercial litigator after earning her juris doctor from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University in 2006. But her career as a lawyer was far from the outdoor lifestyle she grew up with on a farm, where she enjoyed hiking, hunting and working outside.
ASU Law alum climbs to leadership in energy sector
When Jeff Guldner graduated from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University in 1996, he never imagined his career would take him from environmental law to the top of the energy sector. His journey, however, has been filled with unexpected turns, valuable learning experiences and meaningful networking.
A passion for action: ASU Law alum takes on her dream role of protecting the environment
The path to a dream job can be long and sometimes unpredictable. For Alexandria Gordon, this journey was one of passion, resilience and a commitment to protecting Arizona’s environment.
A pathway to publishing success through the Sustainability Law Research Fellows Program
39 articles published in law journals across the country and written by students in the Sustainability Law Research Fellows Program at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University hang on Professor of Law Troy Rule's office wall.
Advancing democracy through justice, pro bono work and civil rights
Benjamin Rundall (JD ‘14), an attorney with Zwillinger Wulkan, has long been an advocate for marginalized communities and the protection of civil rights. Much of Rundall’s work involves representing people and cases that might otherwise lack legal representation.