February 13, 2026
Matt and Niki Roman ’09 (left) and Lisa and Don Clay ’81 (right) met their life partners while in law school. This Valentine’s Day, UC Law SF celebrates these alumni couples and the lifelong connections they built. Lasting romance can blossom in unexpected places, including law school. Don…
February 11, 2026
Data-driven wave patterns flow across three towering columns in UC Law San Francisco’s 198 McAllister St. building, surrounding students and visitors with a visual reminder of law’s impact on society over time. A new data-driven art installation at UC Law SF visualizes how landmark court cases ripple through…
February 6, 2026
UC Law SF alumni Jo Ann ’87 and Michael Montoya ’87 have created a new scholarship for LEOP students, inspired by their own experiences at the College. Their gift helps talented students overcome obstacles and prepares them for meaningful careers in law. Jo Ann ’87 and Michael Montoya…
January 21, 2026
Sixteen leaders from law and technology, many UC Law SF alumni, have joined a new advisory board on AI in legal practice and education. The board will advise on curriculum, professional skills training, and the responsible use of AI in teaching and academic operations. Their guidance positions UC Law…
January 16, 2026
Karen Korematsu, a leading advocate for constitutional rights and education reform, will address graduates and guests at UC Law SF’s 2026 commencement ceremony this spring. Karen Korematsu, civil rights advocate and founder of the Fred T. Korematsu Institute, will deliver UC Law SF’s commencement address on May…
January 14, 2026
Nicole Ozer, who leads UC Law SF’s Center for Constitutional Democracy, steps into a statewide oversight role focused on protecting and promoting consumer privacy. Nicole Ozer has been appointed to the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) Board by Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas. The CPPA Board oversees rulemaking and…
January 13, 2026
Professor Dorit Reiss, who brings legal expertise to public health debates, has received a national award for her lasting contributions to the field as a scholar, policy adviser, and mentor. Faculty Who Lead: Dorit Reiss Professor Dorit Reiss receives the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the AALS Section…
January 5, 2026
Chancellor & Dean David Faigman looks back on a decade of growth during his 10 years of leadership at UC Law San Francisco, marked by stronger student outcomes, expanded programs, and a transformed campus—while affirming a continued commitment to building on this progress. Dear UC Law SF Community,…
December 18, 2025
UC Law San Francisco graduates recite the attorney’s oath during a Dec. 1 ceremony. Led by Orange County Superior Court Judge Eric Wersching ’03, graduates were sworn in as members of the California Bar, a milestone that reflects years of intensive study and rigorous training. Graduates of UC…
December 12, 2025
The College Board of Directors formed a search committee to select a new chancellor & dean to lead UC Law San Francisco David Faigman, who has served as chancellor & dean since 2016, is not seeking reappointment when his current term ends in June 2027. The seven-member…
December 10, 2025
Professor Jonathan Abel, an award-winning criminal justice scholar, examines how felon-in-possession laws are applied in California and what the data reveal about fairness, public safety, and racial disparities. Faculty Who Lead: Jonathan Abel Prof. Jonathan Abel analyzed 27,000 California felon-in-possession cases to understand how the state’s most…
December 10, 2025
Professor Benjamin A. Barsky discusses his research on health policy and addiction treatment. Faculty Who Lead: Benjamin A. Barsky Professor Benjamin A. Barsky studies how telemedicine rules affect access to treatment for opioid use disorder. He explores how barriers beyond telemedicine restrictions can prevent some patients from…