Photos Courtesy of Ron Hall School of Law Professor Ed Larson’s newest book, “The Return of George Washington: 1784-1789,” reached The New York Times bestseller list late last month. “Ed’s book reminded me how fortunate America was to have Washington’s guidance and leadership,” said Roger Cossack, one of Larson’s fellow law professors. “I’ve bought three books to give to … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Law Professor Reshapes the Story of George Washington in New Book
Pepperdine School of Law
Illegal Parking: How are Students Getting In?
Photo by Sylvia Hartley Students are allegedly occupying faculty-designated spots in gated lots on campus, according to professors. The issue has been noted by Seaver Faculty Association President and Associate Professor of Religion Ronald Cox, who is spearheading an effort to ensure parking spaces on campus are being properly utilized. Deputy Director of Public Safety … [Read more...] about Illegal Parking: How are Students Getting In?
Carry Concealed on Campus: Right or Wrong?
Photos by Sylvia HartleyPepperdine’s School of Law Federalist Society hosted a discussion on Tuesday concerning the topic of concealing and carrying a weapon on campus with featured speaker Sandra Froman, former president of the National Rifle Association (NRA). Law professor Barry McDonald also spoke. Students who attended the event were able to engage in a discussion … [Read more...] about Carry Concealed on Campus: Right or Wrong?
Law school reflects on agape in law
Lawyers, theologians, political scientists, economists and members of the Pepperdine community gathered at the School of Law on Friday and Saturday for the Love and Law conference. The purpose of the conference was to discuss what the U.S. legal system would look like if it were based on the concept of “agape,” or Christian love. Agape is selfless unconditional … [Read more...] about Law school reflects on agape in law
School of Law rises seven spots in rankings
The School of Law jumped from 61st to 54th place in the U.S. News and World Report Law School ranking for 2014. This seven-place jump is partly a result of the 58.2 percent employment rate of the class of 2012, according to Assistant Dean for Career Development Selina Brandt. The U.S. News and World Report Law School rankings focus on the nine-month post-graduate employment … [Read more...] about School of Law rises seven spots in rankings