News Archive - May 2023

May
25

A new report shows that Hong Kong public opinion on same-sex couples’ rights has changed markedly over the past ten years. Earlier this year, 60% of Hong Kong people said they supported same-sex marriage, while only 17% said they were not supportive, and 23% were neutral. In comparison, 50.4% supported same-sex marriage in 2017, and 38% did so in 2013.

May
19

On Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Carmichael Arena, UNC School of Law celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2023. Unlike any class in the history of the law school, the Class of 2023 came to Carolina Law in the fall of 2020 and was in-person for just a couple of days before having to go to remote learning. They endured the challenges of law school with the added difficulty of not being in person. They persevered and worked even harder to develop friendships, engage with summer jobs and experience clinical work and externships in a way most Carolina Law alumni have never experienced. They are strong, determined and can face challenges with the confidence that they are going to greatly impact the legal profession. Carolina Law couldn’t be more proud!

May
19

t the end of each academic year, UNC School of Law presents awards to students recognizing writing, leadership, service and practice interest. This year, six 3Ls received the Bane Writing Award, The Millard S. Breckenridge Prize in Law, the Coates Rule of Law Essay Award, Winston Crisp Award for Student Leadership and the Clinical Legal E

May
18

Eight students of the Class of 2023 were selected to become members of one of the most prestigious societies at UNC School of Law. The James E. and Carolyn B. Davis Society recognizes eight third-year students possessing both academic and personal excellence and a willingness to serve for the betterment of the School of Law and its faculty and students.

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