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Cheers of pride and tears of joy greeted J.D., LL.M., E.LL.M., and J.S.D. students, who—along with their families and friends—celebrated graduation at the Law School’s 2025 Class Day ceremony, featuring a keynote address by former Montana Governor Steve Bullock ’94.

Members of the Class of 2025 share what Columbia Law School and their classmates have meant to them.

The two-term governor will deliver the keynote address to the Class of 2025 at the May 18 ceremony.

Dean Daniel Abebe shares updates about this year’s graduation speakers. The ceremony takes place Sunday, May 18.

Columbia Law School’s Class of 2024—including J.D., LL.M., E.LL.M., and J.S.D. students—celebrate their achievements at a Class Day ceremony featuring remarks from U.S. Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke ’00. 

The expert on comparative constitutional law and human rights is recognized for his exceptional, creative voluntary service that contributes significantly to the university’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

One of the nation’s preeminent scholars of constitutional law and federal courts is recognized for his extraordinary commitment to helping tenure-track and mid-career faculty grow as scholars and teachers.

The head of the Civil Rights Division at the U.S. Department of Justice will deliver the keynote address to the Class of 2024 on May 13.

Dean Gillian Lester shares updates about this year’s graduation speakers. The ceremony takes place Monday, May 13.

Members of Columbia Law School’s Class of 2023, including J.D., LL.M., E.LL.M., and J.S.D. students, savor their achievement with encouragement from U.S. Attorney Damian Williams.