/faculty/law/news-events/news.html Â鶹´«Ã½ RSS News - Alumni & Friends Thu, 19 Sep 2024 21:26:36 GMT 2024-09-19T21:26:36Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/07/03/standing_up_for_the_world.html Dean Sarah Harding (LLB '89) and alumnus Graham Flack (LLB '93) count themselves among Dal's cohort of more than 90 Rhodes Scholars. News Alumni & Friends Research Awards Wed, 03 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/07/03/standing_up_for_the_world.html Ryan McNutt 2024-07-03T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/24/congratulations_to_aurum_award_recipient_doug_ruck__ba__72__llb__77_.html For Ruck (BA ’72, LLB ’77), a prominent lawyer and human rights activist, the values of building community and striving for equality were instilled in him at an early age. News Awards Alumni & Friends Fri, 24 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/24/congratulations_to_aurum_award_recipient_doug_ruck__ba__72__llb__77_.html Emily MacKinnon 2024-05-24T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/23/meet_sophia_sidarous__class_of_2024.html As a Mi’kmaw woman, it was important for Sophia to be on her territory and to learn Mi'kmaq-specific Indigenous laws from Mi'kmaq professors. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Alumni & Friends Students Thu, 23 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/23/meet_sophia_sidarous__class_of_2024.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2024-05-23T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/21/meet_kyla_young__class_of_2024.html Kyla paired her background in science with her law degree to graduate with a Health Law & Policy specialization. News Health Law Institute Alumni & Friends Students Tue, 21 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/21/meet_kyla_young__class_of_2024.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2024-05-21T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/14/meet_l_o_bourgeois__class_of_2024.html The semester Léo spent working at Schulich Law’s initio Technology and Innovation Law Clinic stands out as his most rewarding professional experience. News Law & Technology Institute Alumni & Friends Students Tue, 14 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/14/meet_l_o_bourgeois__class_of_2024.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2024-05-14T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/08/meet_onye_njoku__class_of_2024.html The support Onye received from the Indigenous Blacks & Mi’kmaq (IB&M) Initiative provided her with a sense of belonging and enhanced her experience as a law student. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Alumni & Friends Students Wed, 08 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/08/meet_onye_njoku__class_of_2024.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2024-05-08T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/01/meet_caleb_macdonald__class_of_2024.html As a 20-year veteran of the Canadian military and the RCMP, Caleb connected with the Weldon Tradition of unselfish public service, of using legal knowledge for the common good. News Students Alumni & Friends Wed, 01 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/01/meet_caleb_macdonald__class_of_2024.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2024-05-01T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/03/18/registration_open_for_weldon_mentorship_program.html Third-year student Sashin Narayan and alumnus Kevin Fernandes reflect on their mentorship pairing, why they decided to participate, and the benefits of the program. News Alumni & Friends Students Mon, 18 Mar 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/03/18/registration_open_for_weldon_mentorship_program.html Stephanie Hurley 2024-03-18T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/03/04/dal_alum_dean_smith__ba__95__llb__99__is_on_a_mission_to_change_the_makeup_of_the_amateur_hockey_dressing_room_.html Halifax attorney Dean Smith (BA ’95, LLB ’99) is on a mission to change the makeup of the amateur hockey dressing room. News Alumni & Friends Mon, 04 Mar 2024 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/03/04/dal_alum_dean_smith__ba__95__llb__99__is_on_a_mission_to_change_the_makeup_of_the_amateur_hockey_dressing_room_.html Emily MacKinnon 2024-03-04T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/02/20/introducing_the_emerging_leader_impact_award.html This new award honours a remarkable Schulich Law alum who has graduated in the past 10 years and embodies the esteemed values of the Weldon Tradition, seamlessly merging outstanding professional achievements with a significant commitment to community. News Awards Alumni & Friends Tue, 20 Feb 2024 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/02/20/introducing_the_emerging_leader_impact_award.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2024-02-20T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/12/05/volunteer_spotlight__faren_bogach__llb__07_.html Faren Bogach's (LLB ’07) people-first attitude is apparent in her volunteerism with Schulich Law students. News Alumni & Friends Students Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/12/05/volunteer_spotlight__faren_bogach__llb__07_.html Â鶹´«Ã½ Alumni Office 2023-12-05T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/11/15/full_circle.html Learn how two alumni from the Indigenous Blacks & Mi’kmaq (IB&M) Initiative are giving back to their school and communities. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Alumni & Friends Wed, 15 Nov 2023 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/11/15/full_circle.html Nick Flynn 2023-11-15T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/10/30/alumni_spotlight__jarvis_googoo_has_made_sharing_mi_kmaw_knowledge_his_life_s_work.html Throughout October, Mi’kmaq History Month, Jarvis Googoo has been using X (formerly Twitter) to share daily teachings of Mi’kmaw culture, history and language with his nearly 13,000 followers. News Alumni & Friends Mon, 30 Oct 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/10/30/alumni_spotlight__jarvis_googoo_has_made_sharing_mi_kmaw_knowledge_his_life_s_work.html Emily MacKinnon 2023-10-30T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/10/23/introducing_the_2023_bertha_wilson_honour_society_inductees.html Each year, the Bertha Wilson Honour Society recognizes Schulich Law’s extraordinary alumni and showcases their geographic reach and contributions to law and society. Meet the 2023 inductees. News Awards Alumni & Friends Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/10/23/introducing_the_2023_bertha_wilson_honour_society_inductees.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2023-10-23T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/09/25/don_oliver_receives_2023_weldon_award_for_unselfish_public_service.html The Schulich School of Law and the Â鶹´«Ã½ Law Alumni Association honour this year’s recipient for his commitment to equity and justice. News Awards Alumni & Friends Mon, 25 Sep 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/09/25/don_oliver_receives_2023_weldon_award_for_unselfish_public_service.html Allison Lawlor 2023-09-25T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/09/11/in_pursuit_of_truth_and_justice.html A summer placement with the Schulich School of Law Internship Program instigated George Philp’s ('23) passion for criminal and public law. News Alumni & Friends Students Mon, 11 Sep 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/09/11/in_pursuit_of_truth_and_justice.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2023-09-11T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/07/06/more_dal_alumni_join_order_of_canada_ranks.html Schulich Law graduates Peter Showler (LLB’83) and The Honourable James Igloliorte (LLB’85) are among the latest Dal alumni to receive Canada's highest civilian honour. News Awards Alumni & Friends Thu, 06 Jul 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/07/06/more_dal_alumni_join_order_of_canada_ranks.html Allison Barss 2023-07-06T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/06/22/joint_jd_mha_grad_combined_passion_for_law__health_and_policy.html Pursuing a joint Juris Doctor and Master of Health Administration degree gave Emma the opportunity to combine her passion for law, health and policy. News Students Alumni & Friends Thu, 22 Jun 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/06/22/joint_jd_mha_grad_combined_passion_for_law__health_and_policy.html Dal Health Communications 2023-06-22T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/06/19/morris_odeh_wins_2023_governor_general_s_gold_medal.html The Faculty of Graduate Studies presents the Governor General’s Gold Medals to recognize the university’s most outstanding master’s graduates. News Alumni & Friends Research Awards Students Mon, 19 Jun 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/06/19/morris_odeh_wins_2023_governor_general_s_gold_medal.html Tanis Trainor 2023-06-19T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/06/01/congratulations_to_aurum_award_recipient_igor_yuschenko__llm__12_.html Schulich Law alumnus Igor Yushchenko (LLM '12) brings Ukrainians to safer lands. News Awards Alumni & Friends Thu, 01 Jun 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/06/01/congratulations_to_aurum_award_recipient_igor_yuschenko__llm__12_.html Allison Barss 2023-06-01T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/05/31/meet_leandra_bouman__class_of_2023.html By accepting a place in the Indigenous Blacks & Mi’kmaq Initiative, Leandra knew she was joining a powerful network of Canadian lawyers. News Students Alumni & Friends Wed, 31 May 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/05/31/meet_leandra_bouman__class_of_2023.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2023-05-31T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/05/26/aurum_award_winner_justice_mona_lynch_helps_female_afghan_judges_find_freedom.html Schulich Law alumna Justice Mona Lynch (LLB '85) helps female Afghan judges find freedom. News Awards Alumni & Friends Fri, 26 May 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/05/26/aurum_award_winner_justice_mona_lynch_helps_female_afghan_judges_find_freedom.html Allison Barss 2023-05-26T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/05/24/meet_grace_mangusso__class_of_2023.html The first member of her family to attend law school, this East Coaster chose Schulich Law for its collegial reputation and strong community. News Students Alumni & Friends Wed, 24 May 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/05/24/meet_grace_mangusso__class_of_2023.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2023-05-24T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/05/17/meet_george_philp__class_of_2023.html A summer placement at the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal during 2L instigated George’s passion for criminal and public law. News Alumni & Friends Students Wed, 17 May 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/05/17/meet_george_philp__class_of_2023.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2023-05-17T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/05/10/meet_keesha_ryan__class_of_2023.html This Islander will forever be grateful for the support of the Schulich Law community after neurosurgery threatened her academic career. News Students Alumni & Friends Wed, 10 May 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/05/10/meet_keesha_ryan__class_of_2023.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2023-05-10T15:00:00Z