Inslee appoints Raquel Montoya-Lewis as first Native American to sit on Washington Supreme Court
The appointment makes the UW Law alumna the first Native American justice in Washington Supreme Court's history. Source: The Seattle Times
In the Media
Boston Dynamics’ ‘terrifying’ robotic dogs have been put to work by at least one police agency
Massachusetts State Police has become the first law enforcement agency in the nation to put Boston Dynamics' robotic dog to work. Ryan Calo, associate professor of law at the UW, is quoted. Source: Washington Post
Northwest hotelier-turned-ambassador Gordon Sondland faces impeachment spotlight
Although charges of lying to Congress are relatively rare, they could loom if Intelligence Committee Democrats determine Sondland knowingly gave false testimony, said Jeff Feldman, a University of Washington law professor. (Source: The Seattle Times)
"You Are Not Limited by Your Identity"
Dean Barnes addressed students at a forum aimed at creating opportunities for racial and ethnic diversity in the justice system.
James R. Ellis '48 remembered
Alumnus Jim Ellis, who preserved Washington’s nature and spearheaded public works, dies at 98. Source: The Seattle Times
Opponents say I-1000's affirmative-action policy would hurt veterans. This UW law expert disagrees
The measure, which Washington state voters will decide on in November, also has the support of many veterans groups. Professor Hugh Spitzer is quoted. (Source: Crosscut)