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University of Utah closes LGBT Resource Center to comply with new Utah law
The University of Utah closed three of its student resource centers to comply with Utah’s new law regarding diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, including its LGBT Resource Center.
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Eye on the Y: BYUSA clubs offer distinct opportunities, BYU alumni encourage students to give back, BYU Law hosts conferences
BYUSA clubs offer distinct opportunities
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How to uphold the US Constitution, according to Thomas B. Griffith
BYU graduate, lawyer and jurist Thomas B. Griffith visited BYU for the Durham lecture series on Feb. 15 and encouraged those in attendance to defend the Constitution by building trust in democracy.
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Eye on the Y: BYU Law professor awarded by the AALS, newest winter 2024 nursing cohort, Max Steiner’s scores made more accessible
BYU Law Professor J. Clifton Fleming receives the Taxation Lifetime Achievement Award from the AALS
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From Afghanistan to Salt Lake City: a refugee's journey
In August 2021, the Saeed family fled their home in Kabul, Afghanistan with nothing but a backpack and hope for freedom. After a perilous escape from Taliban forces and nine long months in Germany, the family relocated again to Salt Lake City, where, at age 22, Naween Saeed has rebuilt her life.
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Utah couple killed in Hawaii car crash leaves legacy of compassion
Former BYU Law School assistant dean Rebecca van Uitert and her husband Dr. Jason Howell were killed in a three-car collision in Hawaii on Jan. 30, leaving behind four children.
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Women and children's rights advocate encourages peace, justice and development
An internationally recognized advocate for women and children’s rights encouraged BYU students to strive to build institutions that can support peace and justice for all on Sept. 23.
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BYU Law creates language database to help interpret Constitution
The Constitution is America’s central legal document. However, it was written a long time ago, and language has since evolved. Changing language can make the law difficult for lawyers and judges to interpret.
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BYU Religious Freedom Annual Review to explore LGBT, women's issues
BYU Law's International Center for Law and Religion studies will host its BYU Religious Freedom Annual review on June 20-21. (Nate Edwards/BYU Photo)
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Female enrollment in law school on the rise at BYU
Kurt London is a 2016 graduate of the J. Reuben Clark Law School.
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BYU Law provides unique experiences, opportunities
BYU's J. Reuben Clark Law School, founded in 1973, has become one of the nation's leading law schools, setting a high standard for others. Like its peer institutions nationwide, it competes for the most qualified undergraduates.
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Law school admissions panel shares tips for undergraduate students
Law school admissions directors from the University of Utah, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and BYU share law school admission tips and answer questions with students Thursday, Feb. 7. (Lilian Whitney)
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Utah senator, BYU grad discusses importance of protecting youth from pornography
Utah state Sen. Todd Weiler delivers a lecture at the BYU Law School about legislation against pornography on Jan. 16. (BYU Law School)
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LSAT switching to electronic format
J. Reuben Clark Law School Students study in the Law Library. The Law School Admission Council LSAT test will now be administered digitally beginning Sept. 2019. (Ty Mullen)
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BYU law school incoming class has more women than men
Stephenie Larsen (left) and Lindsay Combs (right) field questions from an audience predominately of female law professionals, students, and prospective students. Larsen graduated over two decades ago while Combs is in her second year. (Jacob Frazier)
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BYU Law Camp gives high schoolers hands-on law experience
High school students participate in a mock trial in Salt Lake City as part of the BYU Law Camp program. (BYU Law School)
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BYU Law admissions offer tips for entry
When BYU students decide they want to go to law school, many don’t know where to start. There are many different types of law, and the idea of taking the LSAT can be daunting. That’s where Kris Tina Carlston comes in.
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BYU Law students aid immigrants
Mallorie Mecham (center) and BYU Law students gather for a group photo in Dilley, Texas. Students have the opportunity to work with immigrants at a family detention center through the Refugee and Immigration Initiative. (Mallorie Mecham)
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