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�鶹ֱ�� Haub Law celebrated the Class of 2026 as Justice Francesca E. Connolly ’82 inspired graduates with a message of resilience.

�鶹ֱ��’s Class of 2026 crossed the commencement stage this week as reflected on the risks, setbacks, and unexpected opportunities that shaped his path from aspiring broadcaster to a renowned journalist.

�鶹ֱ��’s award-winning documentary film team, , today released its latest film, . It follows a successful premiere at the , which last week brought together students, alumni, faculty, and supporters to celebrate the lasting impact of the University’s documentary filmmaking program.

�鶹ֱ�� Haub Law ranked #2 nationwide for government career placements, highlighting its commitment to public service.

�鶹ֱ��’s award-winning student documentary team, , will premiere their latest film, , at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026, at the .

Professor Amelia Wilson has been named the recipient of Elisabeth Haub School of Law at �鶹ֱ��’s 2026 Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching. The Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching recognizes that outstanding pedagogy occurs in a variety of settings at the Law School—it can be found in courses of all sizes and types, in teachers with diverse styles, and across subject matters.

�鶹ֱ�� students in the Animal Advocacy Clinic met with lawmakers in Albany today to advocate for legislation aimed at restricting the use of rodenticides linked to the deaths of wildlife and companion animals.

, will deliver the keynote address at �鶹ֱ��’s 2026 Commencement and will receive an honorary doctorate, the University announced.

The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at �鶹ֱ�� is pleased to announce that the Honorable Francesca E. Connolly ’82, Associate Justice of the Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court, Second Judicial Department, will deliver the Law School’s commencement address at its 48th Commencement Ceremony, to be held May 21 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens. Justice Connolly will also receive the Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, the highest honor conferred by the Law School.

The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at �鶹ֱ�� has once again been ranked #1 in the nation for Environmental Law by U.S. News & World Report, marking the seventh time—and the sixth consecutive year—the program has earned the top distinction and further solidifying its position as a global leader in environmental legal education.