OU Law Current News
OBA recognizes six from OU Law
November 18, 2011
For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Evie Holzer (405) 831-0709
TULSA – Six people from the University of Oklahoma College of Law received awards at the Oklahoma Bar Association (OBA) Annual Meeting at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Tulsa Nov. ... [Read More]
Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher Tribute Video
November 10, 2011
Lt. Gov. Askins, Judge Strubhar Visit OU Law Nov. 17
November 08, 2011
For Immediate Release
Contact: Jeff Riles
President, Student Bar Association
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OU Law Offers Paralegal Orientation Jan. 7
November 08, 2011
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Evie Klopp Holzer (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – Those interested in a paralegal career are invited to a free orientation seminar sponsored by the University of Oklahoma Department of Legal Assistant Education 9 a. ... [Read More]
Professor Palomar Teaches in China on Fulbright Grant
November 07, 2011
For Immediate Release
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Colonel Rosenbaum discusses reform in the Middle East, Africa Oct. 18
October 13, 2011
For immediate release Media contact: Evie Klopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – Colonel Alan D. ... [Read More]
OU Law launches online collection of legal papers underlying landmark Supreme Court decision in Johnson v. M'Intosh
October 07, 2011
For Immediate Release: Oct. 7, 2011
Media Contact: Evie Holzer, eholzer@ou.edu, (405) 831-0709
WASHINGTON, D.C. – University of Oklahoma Law Professor Lindsay Robertson announced today the launch of an extensive online collection of historical documents related to the foundational Supreme Court decision divesting Native Americans of their ownership interest in the North American continent. ... [Read More]
Four Outstanding Lawyers to be Inducted into OU Law Hall of Fame
October 05, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: OU Public Affairs, (405) 325-1701
NORMAN - Four outstanding lawyers are being honored as the inaugural inductees into the Order of the Owl, a newly established hall of fame recognizing University of Oklahoma College of Law graduates. ... [Read More]
OU Law's Organization for the Advancement of Women in Law host charitable auction Oct. 13 benefitting the Women's Resource Center of Norman
September 28, 2011
For immediate release Media contact: Evie Klopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – Footballs signed by Barry Switzer and Bob Stoops, an electric guitar signed by the Oklahoma band Hinder, salon packages, area restaurant gift certificates and fun evenings out with OU College of Law professors are among the many items up for bid at a fundraising auction 7 p. ... [Read More]
New Video: OU Law and Pros for Africa in Uganda
September 19, 2011
OU Law honors Frank and Edna Elkouri
September 14, 2011
Restore International Founder Bob Goff discusses fighting injustices in Uganda, India Sept. 18 at OU Law
September 06, 2011
For immediate release
Media contact: Evie Klopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – Addressing injustices committed against children in Uganda and India is the topic of a talk scheduled for 6:30 p. ... [Read More]
OU Law Professor Jon Forman Completes Fellowship in Australia
August 26, 2011
For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Evie Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – University of Oklahoma College of Law Professor Jonathan B. Forman recently completed a month-long research fellowship in Sydney, Australia. Forman was recently awarded an Abe Greenbaum Fellowship by the Australian School of Taxation and Business at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). ... [Read More]
Chief Justice Steven W. Taylor to Speak at OU Law Aug. 19
August 17, 2011
For Immediate Release
Contact: Jeff Riles
President, Student Bar Association
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OU College of Law Professor Owen Anderson Honored with National Teaching Award
August 02, 2011
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Evie Holzer (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – University of Oklahoma College of Law Professor Owen L. ... [Read More]
OU Law Center Offers Paralegal Orientation Aug. 20
July 11, 2011
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Evie Klopp Holzer (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – Those interested in a paralegal career are invited to a free orientation seminar sponsored by the University of Oklahoma Department of Legal Assistant Education 9 a. ... [Read More]
Professor Lindsay Robertson testifies before U.S. Senate
July 11, 2011
OU Law Professor Lindsay Robertson testified before the US Senate Committee on Indian Affairs June 9 about implementing the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
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FIVE NAMED TO OU COLLEGE OF LAW BOARD OF VISITORS
May 18, 2011
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NORMAN – University of Oklahoma College of Law Dean Joseph Harroz announced today the addition of five new members to serve on the college’s Board of Visitors. ... [Read More]
OU COLLEGE OF LAW ESTABLISHES FELLOWSHIP IN MEMORY OF PROFESSOR CINDY M. FOLEY
April 26, 2011
For immediate release Media contact: Evie Klopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – The University of Oklahoma College of Law and the John Foley of Oklahoma City family have created a new fellowship to be awarded to an OU law student in recognition of indigent defense services rendered. ... [Read More]
GREGORY CRAIG, WHITE HOUSE COUNSEL 2009-10, FEATURED SPEAKER FOR HENRY LECTURE SERIES AT OU LAW
April 08, 2011
For immediate release Media contact: Evie Klopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – Gregory Craig, White House Counsel who advised President Barack Obama from 2009 to 2010, will be the featured speaker in the 2011 Henry Lecture Series, which is open to the public, at noon Thursday, April 14, in the Kerr Student Lounge on the first floor at the University College of Law, 300 Timberdell Road in Norman. ... [Read More]
OU COLLEGE OF LAW NAMES LEADERSHIP FOR NEW MASTER OF LAWS PROGRAM
March 29, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Evie Klopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – An expert in energy and natural resources law and a research and writing specialist have been appointed to guide the new John B. ... [Read More]
OU COLLEGE OF LAW ANNOUNCES PROS FOR AFRICA AFFILIATION, $100,000 DONATION TO SUPPORT INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS CLINIC
March 10, 2011
For immediate release Media contact: Evie Klopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – University of Oklahoma College of Law Dean Joseph Harroz recently announced a new affiliation with Pros for Africa that will enhance the non-profit's mission to assist African children and the college’s global educational offerings. ... [Read More]
OU Law Hosts Diversity Day March 4
February 28, 2011
For immediate release Media contact: EvieKlopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – College and high school students interested in attending law school can learn more about the application and admission processes at the University of Oklahoma College of Law Diversity Day scheduled for 9 a. ... [Read More]
AUTHOR MELVIN UROFSKY DISCUSSES "WRITING A BRANDEIS BIOGRAPHY" AT THE OU COLLEGE OF LAW MARCH 7
February 22, 2011
For immediate release Media contact: Evie Klopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – The University of Oklahoma College of Law and the Institute for the American Constitutional Heritage will present "Writing a Brandeis Biography" featuring Melvin Urofsky, author of Louis D. ... [Read More]
OKLAHOMA RESIDENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND ESTABLISHED WITH $1 MILLION GIFT TO OU COLLEGE OF LAW
February 15, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Evie Klopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – University of Oklahoma College of Law Dean Joseph Harroz announced today the establishment of the Oklahoma Scholars Fund, the college's largest scholarship fund for Oklahoma residents. ... [Read More]
OU COLLEGE OF LAW AND BLACK LAW STUDENTS ASSOCIATION PRESENT "THE BLACK FREEDMEN" BLACK HISTORY PROGRAM FEB. 24
February 14, 2011
For immediate release: 2-14-11
Media contact: Evie Klopp Holzer, (405) 831-0709
NORMAN – The history and genealogy of the freedmen and the impact of the Dawes Commission will be the focus of a Black History Program open to the public and scheduled for 6:30 p. ... [Read More]
PROFESSOR SPECTOR ELECTED TO THE AMERICAN LAW INSTITUTE
February 14, 2011
Professor Robert Spector elected to The American Law Institute
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... [Read More]OU LAW PROFESSOR EMERITUS FRANK ELKOURI AND EDNA ASPER ELKOURI MAKE HISTORIC $6 MILLION GIFT TO FUND LAW STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
January 27, 2011
University of Oklahoma President David L. Boren today announced the largest one-time contribution in the history of the OU College of Law – a historic $6 million gift from OU Law Professor Emeritus Frank Elkouri and his wife, Edna Asper Elkouri, to support student scholarship programs in the college. ... [Read More]