Ave Law Dean's Newsletter
January 2018
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Ave Law in D.C. for March for Life
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Hello Friends,
On January 12, we gathered on campus to stand in solidarity as advocates for a very important movement in line with the mission of Ave Maria School of Law, the pro-life movement.
This event was our First Annual Monsignor Laurence Higgins Respect for Life Celebration, in honor of a dear friend of the law school who has passed away and is, undoubtedly, with our Lord. Dr. Alveda King, our guest speaker and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s niece, gave a powerful speech followed by a campus-wide local “March for Life,” where we all walked together.
It is times like these that make me proud to be the Dean of Ave Law. We are a community strong in our faith, beliefs, and relationship with God.
See you next month.
Dean Cieply
President and Dean
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In Naples
As mentioned in my welcome note, this year the law school renamed our local March for Life walk, and the First Annual Monsignor Laurence Higgins Respect for Life Celebration was born in honor of a dear friend of the law school who has passed away. We happily welcomed Dr. Alveda King to campus for what happened to be an impactful talk to our group, followed by a campus wide local “March for Life." We always stand together each year in support of the pro-life movement, close to our hearts and in line with our school's mission.
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In D.C.
Ave Law has been traveling to D.C. in support of the March for Life since our school first opened in Michigan, over seventeen years ago. Students, faculty, staff and alumni came together for a series of events: Law of Life Summit, March for Life Expo, an Alumni event, and the March for Life walk. Our Lex Vitae Society always takes the lead and paves the way for us each year.
We met up with EWTN at the March and I had the pleasure of accompanying Gretchen Wade '20 and Jay Hamilton '18 when they participated in a live interview on behalf of our school.
Photo caption: Daniel Korycki '20, Taylor Matthews '20, and Carolyn De Salvo '20
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The Naples Daily News shared a preview story on our March for Life Naples event, featuring quotes from Jay Hamilton, President of Lex Vitae, Class of 2018, Donna Heiser, Chief Advancement & External Affairs Officer, and Dr. Alveda King.
View Here.
Drew Steele at 92.5 Fox News Radio is always very supportive of our law school. I went on his show to discuss our upcoming Signature Event on Saturday, February 17, and Mr. Newt Gingrich was also a guest on his show in advance of his visit to Naples.
Gulfshore Life interviewed Newt Gingrich for their February issue in advance of our upcoming Signature Event.
View Here.
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Matt Dawson
, Class of 2005, was recently appointed a federal administrative law judge.
Jason Radachy
, Class of 2006, has been promoted from Associate to Counsel at Cantor Colburn LLP, one of the largest intellectual property law firms in the country.
Colette Kellerhouse,
Class of 2013, was recognized by The Florida Bar for her pro bono service in a Supreme Court Ceremony that took place on January 25.
We are always very proud of our alumni and their achievements. Way to go.
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In her capacity as an expert for the Holy See, Secretariat of State, Relations with States,
Professor Jane Adolphe
gave a presentation on “Certain Aspects in International Law and Policy on Women, Children, Peace and Security.” It was hosted by the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development and held at the Pontifical University of the Urbaniana, January 18, 2017. The program is available
here
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Do you know any friends or family interested in law school? Our
Admissions application
for Summer and Fall 2018 start is open. Our Admissions office can be contacted for further questions or to set up a tour: 239-687-5420 or
info@avemarialaw.edu
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PRE-LAW ACADEMY COMING TO NAPLES!
MARCH 9-11, 2018
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For those who would like to discover if a legal education inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and the natural law is the right choice.
Ave Maria School of Law will host the Cardinal Newman Pre-Law Academy for upperclassmen and recent graduates seeking a vocation in law inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and the natural law. This intensive three day program will engage participants in active learning through classroom and experiential offerings and enriching spiritual activities.
For more details, click
here
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A CONVERSATION ABOUT NUREMBERG
MARCH 8, 2018
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What:
Professor Sandra Schulberg- Nuremberg: Its Lesson for Today featuring a screening of the Nuremberg Trial
When:
Friday, March 9, 2018 9:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m. including a full screening of the film, followed by remarks from Professor Schulberg.
Where:
Naples Daily News Community Room
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We're looking forward to welcoming Speaker Gingrich to Naples to present to our Ave Law community on Saturday, February 17, 2018. Please visit the event website for more event details and online ticket sales are open:
gingrich.avemarialaw.edu
I would like to thank our generous sponsors: Ave Maria Mutual Funds is our Presenting Sponsor. Gulfshore Life and Naples Daily News are our Media Sponsors. A special thank you to Cohen & Grigsby for representing Ave Law and being a supportive sponsor.
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LOOKING TO OBTAIN CLE CREDITS?
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AVE LAW OFFICIALLY HOME
TO SVA CHAPTER
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Our school’s new chapter name is the Veteran Law Student Association (VLSA) and Diego Gil, Student Veteran and Class of 2019, is the student chapter leader. Having a SVA chapter on campus leads to many benefits, including programs to apply for scholarships, leadership training, grant opportunities, various resources, networking and professional development, advocacy and research.
Diego Gil and Tabitha Canalda, Associate Director of Admissions and Veteran Outreach, traveled to SVA’s 10
th
annual National Conference (NatCon2018) this month. The SVA’s National Conference is the largest annual gathering of student veterans, advocates, thought-leaders, stakeholders, and supporters in higher education in the world. Student veterans, higher education professionals, alumni, and advocates will have the opportunity to learn from more than 2,000 of their peers.
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Diego Gil ’19, the President and CEO of SVA, and Tabitha Canalda
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Ave Law is honored to be named a MILITARY FRIENDLY SCHOOL for a second year in a row!
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Veteran Legacies at Ave Law is a video tribute interview project that officially launched on December 7, 2017 during our Second Annual Veterans Memorial Celebration on campus. Veterans Legacies is meant to capture the essence of our fellow veterans and honor each of their experiences served in our country’s military service. Interviews range from student veterans, alumni veterans, staff and faculty veterans, Board of Governors veterans, friends and family of veterans and veterans right here in our Ave Law Community.
To learn more about the project, please contact Kristy Kryszczak, Director of Marketing and Communications/Editorial Director
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Campus Naming Opportunities
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We have many naming opportunities on campus that offer a meaningful way to support Ave Maria School of Law while honoring and commemorating someone or something important in your life. Please review this list of Campus Naming Opportunities and if you are interested in learning more, contact Donna Heiser, Chief Advancement and External Affairs Officer at 239-687-5405 or
dheiser@avemarialaw.edu
. View Naming Opportunities
here
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Snapchat @avemarialaw
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Ave Maria School of Law was founded in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in 1999, and in 2009 relocated to Naples, Florida. It is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, License Number 4007, and is fully accredited by the American Bar Association. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll-free within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state. http://www.freshfromflorida.com/divisions-offices/consumer-services 1-800-435-7352.
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