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In the News: Mark Osler on Trump’s Jan. 6 Pardon Promise
In the NewsMark Osler, law professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with The Christian Science Monitor explaining Trump’s power to pardon Jan. 6 defendants, highlighting its legality, potential controversy, and historical significance. From the story: For millions of Americans, Donald Trump’s election victory was a cause for celebration. But for a…
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In the News: Virgil Wiebe on Challenges for Trump’s Mass Deportation Plan in Minnesota
In the NewsVirgil Wiebe, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with FOX 9 about the challenges Trump’s mass deportation plan may face, especially in Minnesota, where Gov. Walz opposes using state resources for mass deportations. From the story: President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign promise to execute the “largest mass deportation” in the country’s history… -
St. Thomas Alum Proudly Serves Tribe and the Law
AlumniCharles Dolson ’14 J.D., ’24 Executive MBA has explored many different career paths. A Marine Corps veteran, police officer and attorney, the one closest to the Bemidji resident’s heart and his cultural roots was when he served as CEO of Red Lake, Inc. “My volunteer work for Indian tribes has been in the world of… -
Religious Liberty Legal Clinic Asks Supreme Court to Protect Native Land
Business & LawThe School of Law’s Religious Liberty Appellate Clinic has again filed an amicus curiae brief, on behalf of several religious liberty law scholars, in support of Apache Stronghold, a coalition of Apaches, other Native peoples and non-Native allies. Following a denial from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit, Apache Stronghold has petitioned… -
In the News: David Grenardo on the Critique of Nepotism in Sports Surrounding LeBron and Bronny James
In the NewsDavid Grenardo, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with The Associated Press about nepotism in sports, following criticism of the Los Angeles Lakers draft choice, which paired LeBron James with his son, Bronny. From the story: LeBron James stood on the court next to his son Bronny and couldn’t help but glance over… -
Summer Law Clerk: Chris Eliou, Dakota County Public Defender’s Office
Business & LawThird-year student Chris Eliou is discovering in law school that his passion for the law lies in representing criminal defendants. That interest was accelerated over the summer through his clerkship with the Dakota County Public Defender’s Office. “I appreciated the opportunity to help clients with their problems,” he said. Under the supervision of the office’s… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on Former Officer Kim Potter’s Desire to Assist in Police Training Programs
In the NewsRachel Moran, associate professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with the Associated Press about how learning from someone like Kim Potter, who was convicted of killing Daunte Wright during a traffic stop in 2021, could encourage better understanding and accountability in policing. From the story: A former Minnesota police… -
In the News: Mark Osler on Why Biden Should Act Now on Clemency Before Leaving Office
In the NewsMark Osler, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently published an editorial in The New York Times about President Biden’s legacy and his clemency record. From the story: Legacy, no doubt, is on President Biden’s mind. Having given up on a second term, he must be thinking about how history will… -
New IP Professor Brings Courses, Connections to St. Thomas Law
Business & LawAssistant Professor Sarita Matheson, the School of Law’s newest faculty member, says she wanted to teach at the University of St. Thomas for many reasons, including the school’s mission and caring community, along with its focus on developing each student’s practical legal skills. “I was really impressed by all the coaching and mentoring opportunities provided… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on Police Reform After Misconduct by Illinois Officer
In the NewsRachel Moran, associate professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with St. Louis Public Radio about advocating for police hiring reforms after misconduct by Illinois officer Sean Grayson, showing errors in responsibility and oversight. From the story: Police accountability and legal experts who reviewed multiple internal misconduct investigations involving Grayson,…