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Supporters of Â鶹ÊÓƵ School of Law gathered March 17 for a special luncheon to recognize the collective efforts of community, civic, and philanthropic leaders who helped launch "a law school with a difference."

Elliot Engstrom, a Legal Method and Communication Fellow, received the 2017 Sunshine Award for Advocacy from the North Carolina Open Government Coalition in recognition of his public interest work to help uncover records related to a mismanaged town police department.

The Legal Method and Communication Fellow at Â鶹ÊÓƵ Law shared details of his ongoing research into copyright law based on a legal dispute between The Who and a U.S. company that took issue with the British rock band's 1967 album "The Who Sell Out."

Students, faculty and staff gathered for morning biscuits and a lunchtime cake on March 7 as part of #Â鶹ÊÓƵDay, the single-largest day of giving in Â鶹ÊÓƵ history.

Three students who competed together this month in the regionals of the American Bar Association's 2017 National Appellate Advocacy Competition advanced further than any Â鶹ÊÓƵ Law team from previous years.

Professor Steve Friedland’s appointment as associate dean for innovation in engaged learning in law will help Â鶹ÊÓƵ Law continue to identify and promote better ways to prepare today’s students to serve as leaders in the legal profession.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ School of Law Dean Luke Bierman recently published a column in regional newspapers about how America can regain its manners. 

Virginia attorney Robert J. Grey Jr. will offer wisdom to graduates on May 20, 2017, in Â鶹ÊÓƵ Law’s final springtime Commencement as the school fully transitions to its new 2.5-year curriculum.

Margaret Dudley, a longtime North Carolina lawyer with experience practicing family law, has joined Â鶹ÊÓƵ Law to manage legal resources and advocacy in Greensboro and Burlington for survivors of domestic violence, elder abuse and sexual assault.

Nick Livengood ’12 L’15 of Durham, N.C., made his gift to ensure that his university continues to thrive for generations to come.