On April 3, 2026, the American College of Environmental Lawyers (ACOEL) announced that UNM School of Law Professor Cliff Villa had been elected as a fellow of this prestigious organization. This distinction recognizes prominent practitioners from private practice, academia, not-for-profit organizations, and government. Professor Villa was one of two professors of environmental law across the entire country included in the 2026 elected fellows. Read More about School of Law Professor Elected as a Fellow of the American College of Environmental Lawyers

St. John’s College and the UNM School of Law welcomed Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett for “Listening to the Law,” a live, onstage conversation exploring the themes of her book including her journey to the Court, her daily life, the workings of the Court, and her approach to the judicial role and interpreting the law, including the Constitution. Read More about St. John’s College and UNM School of Law Host U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett

The School of Law was honored to welcome Professor Stephen I. Vladeck of Georgetown University Law Center for the 2026 United States Senator Dennis Chavez Endowed Lectureship on Law & Civil Rights. Read More about 2026 Senator Dennis Chavez Endowed Lectureship on Law & Civil Rights

The UNM School of Law will be hosting the 2026 United States Senator Dennis Chavez Endowed Lectureship on Law and Civil Rights on March 4, 2026, featuring Professor Stephen I. Vladeck of Georgetown University Law Center. Read More about School of Law to Host 2026 United States Senator Dennis Chavez Endowed Lectureship on Law and Civil Rights