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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.
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Mentors help lead the way for sustainability law students

The Mentorship Initiative for Sustainability Law at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University has become a cornerstone of support for students pursuing careers in sustainability law. The program connects students with experienced mentors and offers valuable networking opportunities in the sustainability law field.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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ASU Law alums paving the way for democracy during the election season

It was a busy election season this year, particularly for some alums of the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University.
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Making a difference for “that one”: Scholarship Luncheon connects donors and recipients

You may have heard of “The Starfish Story” before. The tale goes that a man sees a child hurriedly throwing starfish back into the sea following a storm before the tide dies out. The man tells the child there are miles of beach and hundreds of starfish, but that doesn’t stop the child. The child knows it is making a difference for “that one.”
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From ASU Law to legislative leadership: An alumna’s journey as a key rules attorney at the Arizona House of Representatives

It’s a dream turned reality for Jennifer Holder, a 2015 JD graduate of the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. Holder knew she wanted to work in government since she first learned about American government and history in her junior high social studies class.
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U.S. Copyright Office welcomes ASU Law graduate Elizabeth J. Porter as new Ringer Honors Fellow

Elizabeth J. Porter has joined the U.S. Copyright Office as a fellow in the Barbara A. Ringer Copyright Honors Program. Since September, she has worked primarily with the Office of Policy and International Affairs, the Office of the General Counsel and is expected to gain exposure in all parts of the office. Overall, Porter will obtain insight into the U.S. copyright system to utilize in her future career aspirations. 
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