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Dear VLGS alumni and friends,
March is an exciting time on campus with classes, student events, symposia, and even the Vermont Supreme Court justices filling our docket.
Excellence in teaching remains a cherished part of the VLGS landscape. Professor David Firestone has infused his classroom with energy, intellect, wit, and wisdom—from our inaugural Class of 1976 to the present. We now celebrate his fifty years of teaching excellence with the David B. Firestone Professorship, the first named professorship at VLGS. Here's what one long-time colleague of David's had to say:
"A richly deserved tribute to a legend."
– Pat Parenteau
Emeritus Professor of Law, Senior Fellow for Climate Policy in the Environmental Law Center (ELC), and Former ELC Director
Your contribution to the Firestone Professorship will support our academic programs and teaching excellence. Click here to find multiple ways to donate, donor names, photos of a bearded and bespectacled David through the years, and a map we hope to fill in with donations from all fifty states! We'll honor Professor Firestone on Saturday, June 29, at the Reunion Weekend 2024 alumni dinner. Please join us.
Thank you, as always, for your wonderful Swan support. Read on for more exciting news.
Sincerely,
Dave Celone JD'92
Vice President, Alumni Relations and Development
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President Rod Smolla explores U.S. history and the fascinating impact of the U.S. Supreme Court since the founding of our country up to today. Enjoy this online talk that is also part of the VLGS Alumni Association's Alumni Webinar Series.
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The curriculum provides foundational skills in the policy profession, including policy analysis, policy design, strategic communication, advocacy, and lobbying. Students can specialize in a track of their choice—justice reform policy, clean energy policy, food and agricultural law and policy, or animal protection policy—or create their own track.
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Professor Delcianna Winders
Join us in applauding Professor Delcianna Winders—director of the Animal Law and Policy Institute at VLGS—on her exceptional contribution to the Animal Law Fundamentals series through Brooks U. Her latest video focuses on the Animal Welfare Act's oversight of exhibition animals, outdated standards, and the crucial role advocates play.
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Madhavi Venkatesan MELP'16
Distinguished VLGS professor and alumna, Madhavi Venkatesan, PhD, was recently named USA TODAY's 2024 Massachusetts Woman of the Year!
Her influence extends from shaping minds in the classroom to leading the battle against single-use plastics—positioning Cape Cod at the forefront of nationwide plastic reduction efforts.
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Ricky Armand JD'12
Ricky, an experienced litigator, joined Kelley | Uustal as a partner. "I am looking forward to this outstanding opportunity," he said. "I take great pride in assisting individuals facing hardships and being a voice for the voiceless." Previously, Ricky managed one of the pre-litigation departments at the Willie Gary Firm.
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Michael Kessler JD'80
In a recent issue of Vanguard Law Magazine, Michael is featured for his work as managing assistant general counsel for the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO). He discusses his career journey, the current state of the energy industry, and some of MISO’s priorities.
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Rebecca Watson O'Connor JD'00
Rebecca—director of the nonpartisan American Society for Reproductive Medicine's Center for Policy and Leadership—was selected as Congressman Jamie Raskin's (MD-08) guest for President Biden's State of the Union address on March 7, 2024.
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Save the Date for Reunion 2024
Mark your calendars and plan to join us in South Royalton on Friday, June 28, through Sunday, June 30, for Reunion Weekend! All alumni are encouraged to attend. Swans from class years ending in four and nine will be celebrating milestones, which will include a special dinner and more.
Click the button below to access the Reunion 2024 webpage, which includes lodging options, FAQs, and more. Registration will be opening soon, so stay tuned for further details.
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Hope has built an extensive resume since she came to Vermont Law and Graduate School. She has participated in COP27 and COP28 as a party member to the Republic of Palau delegation, attended the 2023 Bonn Climate Change Conference, and attained an externship with the Republic of Palau's Office of Climate Change.
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A Visit to the Vermont State House
Professor Emeritus Marc Mihaly—former VLGS president and dean, and current member of Vermont's House of Representatives—stands proudly in front of the Vermont Senate chamber with Rich Levitt JD'99/MSEL'00 during a recent VLGS development and alumni relations visit to Montpelier.
The elaborate Senate chamber is housed within the state capitol building. After 140 years, the Vermont State House still commands the landscape of Montpelier, the smallest capital city in America. The House and Senate chambers are the oldest active legislative chambers in their original condition anywhere in the country.
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Joining the alumni LinkedIn group is an easy way to stay connected and informed. This is a great place to network with other Swans, share articles of interest, post job opportunities, pose legal and policy questions, and more. Please encourage your VLGS classmates who aren't already members to get involved as well.
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Job Postings
The Career Services team at VLGS has both LinkedIn and Facebook groups, which you can request to join via the links below. Whether you are searching for a job or looking to fill a position, you can use these groups as a resource. Please note that membership is limited to VLGS alumni, current students, faculty, and staff.
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Don't miss out on any upcoming events! We maintain a calendar so it's easy to browse the latest happenings. You'll find key institutional events, regional group gatherings, webinars, and more! If you don't see an event in your area and you're interested in hosting one, please let us know.
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Explore the latest updates from VLGS's Environmental Law Center. Highlights include new publications from the Vermont Journal of Environmental Law, faculty updates, details on the 2024 Norman Williams Lecture in Land Use Planning and the Law, and more.
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From a report analyzing USDA National Appeals Division cases concerning direct farm ownership and farm operating loans to a guide on zoning for urban agriculture, take a look at some highlights from the CAFS team.
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The Douglas Meredith Society
The VLGS Douglas Meredith Society includes forward-thinking supporters who will impact future generations of Vermont Law and Graduate School students, faculty, and programs. Through estate plans or other deferred gifts, such as including VLGS as a beneficiary of your retirement plan or life insurance policy, you can establish your enduring legacy at the school you love.
For more information on planned giving, please contact us at giving@vermontlaw.edu or 802-831-1312.
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1.802.831.1312
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Vermont Law and Graduate School
PO Box 26, 164 Chelsea Street
South Royalton, VT 05068
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