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January 28, 2026

First Time Residency on Voting Rights and Policy Brings Students to Washington, DC to Examine the Origins and Challenges of Americans’ Right to Vote

Syracuse Law's first Voting Rights and Policy residency brought JDinteractive students to Washington, D.C., marking the Voting Rights Act's 60th anniversary.

By Caroline Reff

John Lawrence sites at a desk with his laptop and books.

March 11, 2025

JDi Program Helps Legislator Serve, Lead Better

Pennsylvania state legislator Lawrence pursues his J.D. through Syracuse Law's JDi program to expand his impact as a policymaker.

By Syracuse Law Communications

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March 6, 2024

“Law School Dad” Sets His Sights on Law Degree, Seat in Congress

John Dougall L'26, Utah's state auditor, balances Syracuse Law's JDi program with a campaign for Utah's 3rd Congressional District seat.

By Syracuse Law Communications

Adam Katz wears a robe as the keynote opening convocation speaker, speaking at a podium with a microphone

February 28, 2024

Making Public Service a Life Calling

Adam Katz G'04, L'04, an Assistant U.S. Attorney, credits mentor Judge Norman Mordue '66, L'71 and endowed a scholarship in his honor at Syracuse Law.

By Syracuse Law Communications

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September 1, 2021

Syracuse Law Leaders in Public Service

Former U.S. Rep. John Katko L'88 reflects on his path from federal prosecutor to Congress, and his bipartisan approach to public service.

By Syracuse Law Communications

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January 1, 2021

Syracuse Law Leaders in Public Service

Will Barclay L’95 “Think about it. Nine generations. It’s an incredible fact.” William A. Barclay L’95, New York State Assemblyman from the 120th Distri...

By Syracuse Law Communications

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January 1, 2021

Syracuse Law Leaders in Public Service

President Joseph R. Biden Jr. L’68 In his final speech before leaving for his Jan. 20, 2021, inauguration in Washington, DC, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. L’...

By Syracuse Law Communications