David A Brennen

UK Law 'Raising the Bar' With $56 Million Building Project

Sep 7, 2017

September 7, 2017 The University of Kentucky College of Law began a new chapter with a ceremonial groundbreaking this morning on Mandrell Hall's front lawn, across the street from the Law Building, now undergoing construction. UK President Eli Capilouto and UK Law Dean David A. Brennen were joined by students, faculty, staff, donors and alumni in unveiling details of the $56 million building renovation and expansion project. The college revealed the architectural plans, as well as launched its new building campaign, "Raising the Bar, Together."

UK Law Honors Class of 2017 at Spring Commencement Ceremony

May 10, 2017

May 10, 2017 Every spring, the University of Kentucky College of Law hosts its commencement ceremony. Though the commencement format may rarely change, there is noticeable difference in seeing how each graduating class leaves its own unique mark. Friday, May 5, was dedicated to celebrating the Class of 2017. 113 eager law students walked across the stage in the Singletary Center for the Arts ready to claim their award for three years of hard work: a UK Law diploma.

Chief Justice of the United States Visits UK

Feb 1, 2017

February 1, 2017 By Whitney Harder University of Kentucky College of Law students as well as judges, lawyers and clerks from across Kentucky were provided an extraordinary opportunity on February 1, as the Hon. John G. Roberts Jr., Chief Justice of the United States, visited the UK campus. Chief Justice Roberts was here as the first speaker for the newly established John G. Heyburn II Initiative for Excellence in the Federal Judiciary.

TAB Mock Trial Team Wins Title of Best Advocates in Kentucky, Brings Trophy Home to UK Law

Dec 8, 2016

December 8, 2016 The University of Kentucky College of Law’s TAB Mock Trial team of Ben Harris and Caleb Taylor won the 2016 Kentucky Intrastate Mock Trial Competition, held November 17-20 at the University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law.

Ollen B. Hinnant II Leaves Behind Legacy as First African-American Graduate of UK Law

Sep 1, 2016

September 1, 2016 Ollen B. Hinnant II (UK Law ’55), who passed away at the age of 85 on August 4, 2016, left behind three children and one grandson. But, he also left behind an enduring legacy at the University of Kentucky College of Law as the first African-American student to graduate from the law school. A native of Lexington and a 1952 graduate of Kentucky State University, Hinnant helped change the course of the institution and the Commonwealth.

UK Law Showcases Scholarship at SEALS Annual Conference

Aug 3, 2016

August 3, 2016 By: Whitney Harder University of Kentucky College of Law faculty and staff are sharing their expertise with legal educators across the country at the Southeastern Association of Law Schools (SEALS) Conference this week. The conference, held in Amelia Island, Florida, runs until Aug. 9.

UK Law ranked #21 in Business Insider

Aug 1, 2016

July 29, 2016 The University of Kentucky College of Law has been ranked #21 of the 50 best law schools in America (#6 among public schools) by Business Insider, the largest business news site on the web.

UK Law Puts Their Best Foot Forward, Walks Over 10,000 Steps a Day

Jul 19, 2016

July 19, 2016 Ready, set, step up! Faculty and staff at the University of Kentucky College of Law put fitness first this summer during the LiveWell college/division Step Up challenge – a friendly competition to reach the highest group step average at the University of Kentucky. And UK Law didn’t tread lightly, earning third place out of 30 teams across campus. The team, made up of 16 participants with a motivation to move, averaged 11,261 steps per day during the 42 day span. Team members included:

UK Law Honors Class of 2016, Awards 146 Graduates with Degrees

May 17, 2016

May 17, 2016 On Friday, May 6, the University of Kentucky College of Law held its Commencement Ceremony to honor and celebrate the Class of 2016. 146 eager and remarkable law students walked across the stage in the Singletary Center for the Arts ready to claim their award for three years of hard work: A UK Law diploma. “Today is a day of joy – for graduates and for all of us here today. We all share your sense of accomplishment, your sense of relief, and your sense of anticipation about the future,” said David A. Brennen, Dean at UK College of Law.

New Study Ranks UK Law in Top 20 for Diversity

May 11, 2016

May 11, 2016 The University of Kentucky College of Law has upped its ranking game in the Spring 2016 issue of preLaw, a National Jurist publication. With a solid score of 98.15, UK Law was named one of the most diverse law schools based on state averages, according to a new study.

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