Commencement 2021: Eduardo Capulong ’91

Interim Dean and Professor of Law Eduardo Capulong ’91 gives the Commencement Welcome.

Cesar Vargas ’11 receives the Distinguished Public Interest Leader Award

Dr. Yvette Wilson-Barnes introduces Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, this year’s commencement speaker and recipient of the Doctor of Laws, honoris causa.

We know that the work of the people and of organizers has helped us reach this moment of accountability. There is no accountability, nor is there justice, that can bring back a life – and we cannot stand for a state or policing that protects some peoples’ safety while endangering and causing death or trauma for others. We know there is still so much work we must do.

CUNY Law Alum Hina Naveed ’21 is awarded the Aryeh Neier Fellowship.

CUNY Law Alum Hina Naveed ’21 is awarded the Aryeh Neier Fellowship.

Anthony reflects on his unexpected path from law student to solo practitioner, why mediation is the linchpin of his family law practice, and his involvement with the LGBT Bar of NY.

Anthony reflects on his unexpected path from law student to solo practitioner, why mediation is the linchpin of his family law practice, and his involvement with the LGBT Bar of NY.

This year, CUNY Law’s Public Interest Law Association set a fundraising record despite the pandemic and moving their signature gala to a virtual party. Their $38,158 supported nine students’ summer public interest grants. Grantees share the impact of their awards.

Florence Otaigbe ’20 is a Law Graduate at Catholic Charities, where she provides immigration services. Learn more about how she keeps her life balanced in this interview.