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David Jaffe releases survey on law student wellness
Washington College of Law Dean of Students David Jaffe this summer released the results of his latest survey on law student wellness, and the findings show that law schools can do more to support students’ emotional and mental health.
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CFPB's New Approach to Discrimination: Invoking UDAAP Laws
On Wednesday, June 29, 2022, WCL’s Business Law Program hosted a virtual symposium on the “CFPB’s New Approach to Discrimination: Invoking UDAAP Laws.” With an introduction by Professor V. Gerard Comizio, Associate Director of the Business Law Program, the symposium began with a Q&A with Eric Halperin, Assistant Director of the CFPB and head of its Office of Enforcement. Mr. Halperin discussed the CFPB’s priority to ensure a financial marketplace that is free from discrimination and where all people have equal access to financial products.
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American University Washington College of Law Names Brandi Harden Associate Director of Advocacy Program
WASHINGTON, DC — American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) is pleased to announce the selection of Brandi Harden as the Associate Director of the Stephen S. Weinstein Advocacy Program. Brandi Harden is widely regarded as one of the best trial attorneys in Washington, D.C. She is a fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers, has been recognized as a “Top Lawyer” in criminal defense by the Washingtonian, and brings more than 20 years of litigation experience to AUWCL.
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AUWCL welcomes new faculty for 2022-23
American University’s Washington College of Law is thrilled to welcome four new faculty members for the 2022-2023 academic year. Jamie Abrams, Maya Manian, Angi Porter and Thomas Williams bring fresh expertise on critical issues facing the legal community, including issues of gender, race and bioethics.
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Heather Hughes Appointed as Senior Associate Dean for Faculty & Academic Affairs
Dean Roger A. Fairfax, Jr. has named Heather Hughes as Senior Associate Dean for Faculty & Academic Affairs at Washington College of Law.
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