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JD-Next: An Emerging Contender in Law School Admissions

JD-Next, an alternative law school admissions program, is on the verge of gaining recognition from the American Bar Association (ABA),…

Creative Responses to DEI Ban: Texas College Employees Under Scrutiny

A recently surfaced video reveals the efforts of Texas college employees, including those from North Texas schools, to navigate around…

President Biden Nominates Four New District Court Judges

President Joe Biden's recent nominations for district court judges signal a strategic effort to fill vacancies in Republican-led states and…

ABA Takes a Stand Against Restrictive Education Laws

The policymaking body of the American Bar Association (ABA) is gearing up to make a significant public statement, advocating against…

Harvard Law Review Elects Second Black Woman President in Its History

In a significant milestone for diversity and representation, the Harvard Law Review has elected its second Black woman president in…

Law School Admission Council Pilots Inclusive Program to Address Diversity Concerns Post-Harvard Decision

Amidst ongoing discussions surrounding diversity in education, mainly fueled by the U.S. Supreme Court’s pivotal decision in June 2023 (Students…

U.S. Anti-Discrimination Agency Opposes Tesla’s Bid to Pause Racial Bias Lawsuit

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), a U.S. anti-discrimination agency, has submitted a filing urging a federal judge to reject…

New York Lawmaker Introduces Controversial Bill Affecting Religious-Owned Establishments

On December 17, a New York Democratic lawmaker, Tony Simone, brought forth a bill that, in the guise of ensuring…

President Biden Nominates Judges in Red States to Address Vacancies

President Joe Biden is taking steps to fill judicial vacancies in states led by Republican senators, announcing five intended nominees…

Examining California Law School Trends: State Bar Report Reveals Challenges and Opportunities

A recent report from the State Bar of California sheds light on the significant disparities in pass rates and dropout…

Law School Students Seek Ideological Alignment Amidst Heightened Political Tensions

A recent Kaplan survey revealed a growing trend among prelaw students seeking law schools with a political environment that aligns…

Florida Senate Bill Raises Concerns Over Higher Education Funding and Curriculum

Student and Faculty Worries Amidst Controversial Legislation Higher education in Florida is challenging due to a recently passed Senate bill,…