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The LENS - July 2025

July offered a moment to reflect on our steady progress and prepare for the exciting academic year ahead. We are especially grateful to welcome six new faculty members this August. Their collective expertise and energy will further enrich our community and the trajectories of our students. In this edition of The LENS, we spotlight insights from some of our newest faculty and the growing momentum behind our part-time, fully online JD, which opened applications in June for the January 2026 cohort. As we gear up to welcome new and returning students next month, our focus on innovation, excellence and community remains as strong as ever.

Stacy Leeds

Willard H. Pedrick Dean and Regents Professor
Arizona State University
Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law
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Student Success | Story

Two ASU Law students honored for civil rights advocacy through national Ms. JD scholarship

Deliberate Community | Story

From day one to year one: ASU Law’s newest faculty reflect on a meaningful first year

Technology | Story

ASU Law and LAIPLA partner to produce 11th annual TechTainment conference

Online Strategies | Story

Inside ASU Law’s approach to building the part-time, online modality to its JD program

Meet ASU Law’s newest faculty

ASU Law is proud to welcome six new faculty members for the 2025–26 academic year: Elissa Gentry, Christopher Heo, David Lopez, Tara Mospan, Tracy Ortega and Greg Shill. With expertise ranging from civil rights and corporate law to health care, legal writing and clinical education, they bring fresh perspectives, real-world experience and a shared passion for legal education. They officially join us August 16.

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ASU Law’s Washington, D.C. location puts students steps away from the U.S. Supreme Court, federal agencies and top legal internships. With hands-on externships and innovative programs, the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law offers unmatched opportunities in the heart of the nation’s capital.

🎥 Watch to discover what’s possible in D.C.:

Aug
26

JD Part-Time Online Virtual Info Session
August 26 | 12 p.m. (AZ time)

Sign up for an upcoming information session to learn more about the ASU Law admissions process and requirements to apply for the JD as a part-time online student.

Aug
28

IP in Trade and Digital Commerce
August 28 | 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (SGT)
Singapore Management University

Save the Date: We invite international IP leaders to join us for a dynamic, full-day event on IP in Trade and Digital Commerce, taking place on August 28, 2025, at Singapore Management University. Co-hosted by Alibaba International, The McCarthy Institute at ASU Law and the SMU Centre for Digital Law, this gathering will bring together top voices from industry, academia and global policy to explore cutting-edge issues at the intersection of innovation, intellectual property and digital trade.

Sep
26

Wiring the Rez: AI in Indian Country
September 26 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (AZ time)
Beus Center for Law and Society

Join us for a one-day conference on AI and Indigenous Communities. The Center for Tribal Digital Sovereignty, the Indian Legal Program, and the American Indian Policy Institute invite you to ASU Law for an insightful and transformative conference exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence and Indigenous communities.

This one-day event will convene thought leaders, legal experts, and innovators to examine the opportunities and challenges AI presents for Indian Country. Attendees will engage in informative sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to promote digital sovereignty and strengthen understanding of AI’s role in tribal nations’ futures.

ASU Online Master of Legal Studies Webinar

Explore the Future of Legal Education with Joey Dormady, Assistant Dean, Graduate Programs and New Education Initiatives
Watch the info session led by Joey Dormady, a dynamic leader shaping the future of graduate legal education at ASU Law. Discover how the Master of Legal Studies (MLS) and other graduate programs at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law can elevate your career — whether you're seeking legal knowledge for your current field or preparing for a new direction. You’ll get an inside look at:

ASU Online’s nationally ranked platform
The MLS curriculum and its career-boosting concentrations
Admission requirements and how to apply

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