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Environmental Policy Accelerator students write editorials with Professors Brigham Daniels and Beth Parker
Mar 07, 20263Ls Ben Kunz and Kyle Lowe, along with Associate Research Professor Beth Parker and Professor Brigham Daniels, co-authored editorials about what it will take to save the Great Salt Lake in The Hill and the Deseret News.
Making connections: Robert Larsen gains international law experience in Washington, D.C.
Mar 02, 20262L Robert Larsen had long been interested in working in Washington, D.C., even while applying to law school. He learned about Utah Law’s previous Spring to D.C. program and knew he wanted to attend.
2L Jesse Rabner finds belonging at Utah Law and in Jewish Law Students Association
Feb 24, 2026Growing up in a small Jewish neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Jesse Rabner attended an inner-city public high school and spent his free time helping children and young adults with special needs.
Moving forward on the legal path: Meet 1L Parker Rhoades
Feb 19, 2026At 15 years old, Parker Rhoades was frustrated by her education. Feeling unchallenged by the curriculum and with no room to grow academically, she withdrew from the ninth grade and thought trade school might be a good alternative. However, Rhoades quickly realized that her age would prevent her from attending.
A new chapter: Meet MLS student Paulee Shakespear
Feb 11, 2026Paulee Shakespear is making her storied name proud. She earned a bachelor’s degree in history (minoring in English) from Brigham Young University and currently works as an archives specialist at BYU Special Collections, caring for folklore collections from the 1960s to the present. She’s also halfway through her Master of Legal Studies (MLS) degree at Utah Law.
International Law Clinic connects students with opportunities to help impacted communities throughout the world
Jan 30, 2026Utah Law’s International Law Clinic, directed by Associate Professor (Lecturer) Jackie Morrison (JD ’12), launched in January 2025. Morrison designed the clinic to give students hands-on experience and bridge international law classes with practical skills-building.
Utah Law’s Federalist Society chapter: A place for all to debate and discuss ideas
Jan 27, 2026Emmett Bailey first heard about the Federalist Society from a group of attorneys who were members and recommended he participate in it once he began law school. Now in his 2L year, and passionate about constitutional law and policy work, Bailey is vice-president of the Federalist Society’s Utah Law student chapter.
Not one for the sidelines: Meet 3L Andie Madsen
Jan 23, 20263L Andie Madsen says law school was always in the back of her mind when she began her undergraduate degree at Columbia University. She studied political science and enjoyed the law-style classes on voting rights and the First Amendment.
Collaboration: Learn about five Utah Law professors who work closely with students
Dec 22, 2025With its small class sizes and a student-to-faculty ratio of 4.8:1, Utah Law is known for a close-knit community with lots of collaboration. Students often work with faculty members on projects and law review articles.
See how Utah Law prioritizes wellness
Dec 18, 2025Wellness is a top priority at Utah Law, and our emphasis extends to all aspects of student life—and to our broader community. Learn about several ways our wellness initiatives help students grow personally and professionally.
Over the rainbow: 2L India Alfonso shares passion for volunteer work with Pride Law Caucus and Pro Bono Initiative
Dec 10, 20252L India Alfonso says she applied to law school specifically to help people with their problems. Now, as student director of the Pro Bono Initiative’s Rainbow Law recurring legal site, she’s already begun doing just that.
Utah Law no. 8 on LawCrossing 2026 ROI law school rankings list
Dec 04, 2025Utah Law was listed as no. 8 on LawCrossing’s 2026 Law School ROI Rankings. LawCrossing, a legal job database, compiles its list of law schools that offer the best return on investment (ROI).
Utah Law a “perfect fit” for 3L Bryant McConkie
Dec 02, 20253L Bryant McConkie comes from a family of attorneys and felt inspired to carry on the tradition of pursuing a legal career. He attended Brigham Young University, earning a bachelor’s degree in international relations and a minor in Spanish.
Keeping her goals in sight: 3L Samantha Bidlack reflects on navigating law school
Nov 24, 2025After earning her bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Utah, Bidlack worked in the oil and gas industry and hoped to one day further her education. She felt it was the right time to pursue her goal of law school with several years of professional experience behind her.
From ping pong to plaintiffs: Meet 3L Jack Wolthuis
Nov 10, 2025Mother knows best—at least when it comes to suggesting a career for Idaho native and 3L Jack Wolthuis.
Stepping in and helping out: 3L Christopher Smith discusses his passion for advocacy
Nov 04, 2025During 3L Christopher Smith’s military service, he deployed overseas twice and notes among his accomplishments becoming a Jumpmaster and earning both the Combat Infantryman and Expert Infantryman badges.
Utah Law gears up for the 2025 Quinney Open and Tracksuit Day
Oct 28, 2025The Student Bar Association and the Ping Pong Club are currently hosting the 2025 Quinney Open, a three-week double elimination ping pong tournament, at the S.J. Quinney College of Law. It’s an event where students, faculty, and staff are invited to participate no matter their skill level.
MLS student Mahea Aki defines advocacy as the heart of her work
Oct 27, 2025Mahea Aki is a proud native Hawaiian and first-generation college graduate who grew up on the island of Kauai. After graduating from the University of Hawaii at Mānoa, she began working for the University of Utah’s Office of the Dean of Students and recently applied to Utah Law’s Master of Legal Studies (MLS) program.
Utah Supreme Court greenlights new alternative path to attorney licensure
Oct 22, 2025The Utah Supreme Court has approved an alternative path to licensure (APL) in Utah, providing a skills-based route for law school graduates to become licensed without taking the traditional Uniform Bar Exam.
College of Law hosts annual Cutting Sign event for Native law students
Oct 21, 2025More than 100 Native law students and allies from across the United States gathered at the College of Law Oct. 17-18 for Cutting Sign to the Legal Profession, a free program that helps students launch their legal careers and network with Indian law leaders and those who work with Native communities.
A path to legal impact: Meet Mikey Reynolds, MLS scholarship recipient
Oct 20, 2025As director of compliance at Zions Bancorporation, Mikey Reynolds, who focuses on regulatory compliance and risk management, wanted a structured legal foundation. He chose Utah Law’s Master of Legal Studies (MLS) program and began classes in August 2025.