2007 Winter Luncheon: The Medal for Excellence
A record number of attendees turned out to honor Vice Chairman of JPMorgan Chase & Co. Michael Patterson '67 and Goldman Sachs Executive Vice President and General Counsel Esta Stecher '82 with the Medal for Excellence at Columbia Law School's Winter Luncheon on January 19. More.
Pioneer in Defense of Women’s Rights Dies at 83
Judith Vladeck ’47, a recipient of the CLS Medal of Excellence, died in Manhattan on January 8th at the age of 83. A prominent labor lawyer known for her meticulous research and courtroom showmanship, she was a pioneer in defending the rights of women against some of this country’s largest corporations and universities. More.
Wall Street Journal names Wei Christianson '89 one of "50 Women to Watch"
Wei Christianson '89 was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal as one of "50 Women to Watch". Ms. Christianson serves as Morgan Stanley's managing director and chief executive officer for China, a position she has held since May 2006. More.
The Sanctuary for Families Associates' Committee honors outstanding pro bono attorney Noera Ayaz '03
Since 2004, Noera Ayaz '03 has worked tirelessly with the Immigration Intervention Project of Sanctuary for Families, successfully representing three immigrant domestic violence victims in applying for Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Self-Petitions. More.
J. BARCLAY COLLINS '69 NAMED UNITED HOSPITAL FUND BOARD CHAIRMAN
July 5, 2006 ? The United Hospital Fund announced that J. Barclay Collins II '69, executive vice president and general counsel of Hess Corporation, was elected chairman of the Fund's board of directors. Mr. Collins also serves on the management committee and is a member of the board of directors of Hess Corporation, the New York-based global energy company.
JANE BERGNER '67 NAMED ONE OF AMERICA'S MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN
Jane Bergner '67 was selected by the Forbes Radio Network -- which broadcasts on all American Airlines flights -- for inclusion in its interviews of America's Most Influential Women. Other selectees include women like former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright. The interview will be broadcast throughout the month of May, 2006 on all American Airlines flights, and is also available online. For more information, click here.
KRISTIN BLEMASTER '05 RECEIVES 2006 BURTON LEGAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Intellectual property law firm Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto announced that attorney Kristin Blemaster '05 was named as a recipient of the 2006 Burton Award for Legal Achievement for her article, co-written with fellow winner Nina Shreve, "Clearing a Trademark for Use," which was originally published in General Counsel New York. Ms. Blemaster co-authored the article while she was still a third year law student at Columbia Law School. For more information, click here.
JEREMIAH S. PAM '00 NAMED U.S. TREASURY FINANCIAL ATTACHE IN IRAQ
Appointment announced by the Treasury Department on March 28th
As the new financial attache in Iraq, Mr. Pam will work closely with the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad on financial, reconstruction, economic reform and institution-building issues and serve as the U.S. Treasury's representative in Iraq. For more on the appointment, click here.
U.S. SUPREME COURT TO HEAR MALDEF'S APPEAL OF TEXAS VOTING RIGHTS CASE
Nina Perales '90 Will Present Oral Arguments on March 1st, 2006
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - The U.S. Supreme Court has noted probable jurisdiction in the Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund's (MALDEF's) appeal of its challenge to the Texas congressional redistricting map. The case, GI Forum v. Perry, argues that the Texas redistricting plan discriminates against Latino voters by failing to create seven Latino-majority districts in South Texas and by dismantling Congressional District 23 in West Texas as a Latino opportunity district. Click here to read more.
PALM BEACH ALUMNI RECEPTION PHOTO GALLERY
PALM BEACH, CA (February 11, 2006) -- Alumni Reception Co-hosts included Dargar Bjorksten '96 and Cathy and Bob Barrett '69. Prof. Harvey Goldschmid '65 was the featured speaker. Please visit the alumni photo gallery at: http://www.law.columbia.edu/alumni/highlights/photos
ALUMNI PHOTO GALLERIES FROM LONDON AND PUERTO RICO
Please visit the alumni photo gallery at: http://www.law.columbia.edu/alumni/highlights/photos
MEET "THIEVES OF BAGHDAD" AUTHOR MATTHEW BOGDANOS '83
Lecture and book signing sponsored by Saving Antiquities for Everyone
NEW YORK, NY (February 28, 2006) -- SAFE/Saving Antiquities for Everyone presents a lecture, presentation, and book signing featuring Matthew Bogdanos '83, author of "Thieves of Baghdad" (Bloomsbury USA). The event will take place on Tuesday, February 28, 2006 at 6:30pm at Cooper Union's Wollman Auditorium, 51 Astor Place, 8th Street between Third and Fourth Avenues. The event is free to the public. Click here to read more.
SHEENA WRIGHT '94 NAMED TO CRAIN'S "FORTY UNDER 40"
Alum Honored for Her Work Providing Housing for Low-Income Tenants
NEW YORK, NY (January 30, 2006)-- Sheena Wright '94, president of Abyssinian Development Corporation, was profiled in the Crain's New York Business "Forty Under 40," an annual feature that has honored talented young New Yorkers for the past 17 years. Selectees are chosen based on factors including individual accomplishments, diversity and industry. To read the article, click here.
57th ANNUAL WINTER LUNCHEON PHOTO GALLERY
Monica Seles and David Dinkins Mingle at the Waldorf
Dean David Schizer, David Dinkins, Monica Seles, and Wei Sun Christianson '89 mingle at the Winter Luncheon held at the Waldorf Astoria on January 20, 2006. Click here to read more.
