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Shafer joins College of Law to lead fundraising efforts
August 27, 2020 2:06 pm
University of Tennessee graduate Andrew Shafer has joined the College of Law as the senior director of advancement.  Shafer holds two degrees from the University of Tennessee, having graduated with a bachelor’s degree in communication and master’s degree in public administration. He has more than 10 years of experience as an advancement and leadership professional.

Students to host 11th annual environmental law conference
August 26, 2020 2:31 pm
The Appalachian Public Interest Environmental Law Conference will take place at the University of Tennessee College of Law on Sept. 26. The 11th annual event, hosted by the College of Law’s Environmental Law student organization, will be offered virtually via Zoom.

Four graduates receive loan repayment assistance
August 18, 2020 4:19 pm
The University of Tennessee College of Law has selected four alumni to receive financial awards through the Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC Loan Repayment Assistance Program. This program, now in its third year, annually provides financial assistance to College of Law graduates who work in public interest law.

College hires new Academic Success Program director
June 23, 2020 1:58 pm
Charisse Heath will join the College of Law in July as the director of the Academic Success Program.  As the Academic Success Program director and a member of the faculty, Heath is responsible for providing instruction, counseling and advising assistance to students throughout the course of their academic careers at the College of Law.

Law faculty to discuss race and gender disparities in academia
June 18, 2020 10:57 am
Renowned author and interdisciplinary professor Meera E. Deo will lead a virtual workshop with College of Law faculty this month to discuss her book “Unequal Profession.” Deo’s research centers upon trends in legal education, institutional diversity and affirmative action.