Faculty Spotlights

Director Professor Natalie M. Chin Leads the former Disability and Aging Justice Clinic’s next evolution

An updated twist aims to connect all parts of the student journey with a new division led by Dean Hyppolite.

The expert in immigrant and human rights is excited to help the next generation of public interest lawyers along the path to a more just future

Recognizing three faculty members for their commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service by granting tenure from the Board of Trustees.

Professor Lisa Davis, Co-Director of the Human Rights and Gender Justice Clinic, served as Special Advisor on Gender Persecution to the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court.

His greatest professional accomplishments included helping people with disabilities achieve lived equality and integration in the community, and educating his many students at CUNY Law about disability justice.

Professor Kassem, a national expert on immigration and national security issues, brings years of academic and practical experience to his post as a Senior Policy Advisor for Immigration at the White House Domestic Policy Council.

“I’ve missed that sense of energy that comes from just being in New York City and particularly in Queens.” CUNY Law’s new Dean shares her passion for our borough, comparative civil rights movements, word puzzles, and the work ahead.

Professor Sofia Yakren delivers the Faculty Address at the 2020/2021 Commencement.

Academic Dean and Professor Fareed Hayat delivers the 2021 Faculty Address.

We celebrate the life of Professor Delaney, whose love of educating CUNY Law students leaves a legacy of learning now honored through the John Delaney Memorial Fund, created by his friends and family to champion need-based student support