The exterior of Stetson’s Veterans Law Institute in Gulfport, Fla. To better serve veterans in the Tampa Bay region and beyond, the Raymond James National Veteran Inclusion (Valor) Network has added Stetson’s Veterans Law Institute to the portfolio of organizations that help it support those who have served. A nationwide alliance of nonprofits, Valor offers a variety of services such as financial support and career… » Read more

Ashley Moody LL.M. ’10, who was elected Florida attorney general in 2018 and appointed to the U.S. Senate in 2025. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced he will appoint Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody LL.M. ’10 to the United States Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Marco Rubio, who has been chosen to serve as U.S. Secretary of State.  A fifth generation Floridian and native… » Read more

2024 was full of exciting developments. Everyone can agree – 2024 was a year like no other. With all of its challenges and triumphs, it was a year in which the Stetson Law community shined – and brilliantly so. Here are 24 highlights from an unprecedented year. To see a photo slideshow with highlights from the past year, scroll to the bottom of this page.… » Read more

Left: Morgan MacIsaac-Bykowski, Adjunct Professor and Associate Director of Stetson’s Veterans Law Institute. Right: Student Alex Polidan ’25 Stetson Law’s Veterans Advocacy Clinic has joined two other law school veterans’ legal clinics on an amicus brief that the National Law School Veterans Clinic Consortium (NLSVCC) has filed in support of a veteran asking the U.S. Supreme Court to hear his case.  The fifth instance Stetson… » Read more

How members of the Stetson Law community are shaping conversations around AI and legal education as well as the profession itself. On campus and beyond, the Stetson Law community leads in this new frontier. From Crummer Courtyard to the gym to the Dolly & Homer Hand Law Library, the Stetson Law campus in Gulfport is buzzing with conversations about how artificial intelligence affects what law… » Read more

The Nitrogen Pollution & Solutions Symposium brought a a full house on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. It may not grab headlines like climate change or forever chemicals, but nitrogen pollution threatens our air, water, and public health. On Monday, Stetson, supported by a grant from BlueGAP and the National Science Foundation, hosted a day of conversation about the issue and how to address it. The… » Read more

For the fifth year in a row, Stetson Law has won the Insight Into Diversity HEED Award. For the fifth year in a row, Stetson University College of Law has won the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award in recognition of its outstanding commitment to promoting belonging and inclusive excellence. Insight Into Diversity magazine issues this award each year to honor higher education… » Read more

Clockwise, from top left: Jim Moore, Patricia Salkin, Professor Peter Lake, Jonathan Fansmith Despite their pivotal role in American life, culture, and economic health, colleges and universities face increasing and shifting regulatory mandates, political scrutiny, and legal challenges. The field can expect significant changes in light of the incoming federal administration. With a new roster featuring some of higher-ed’s most prominent thought leaders, Stetson’s annual… » Read more

Clockwise from top left: Professors Jeffrey Brooks, Deidré Keller, Robyn Powell, Alfredo Garcia, Nino Monea, and Shailini George. A big part of what makes Stetson Law so special is the faculty whose scholarship and passion for mentorship foster success for students. These new and visiting faculty are the latest to contribute to this community. Visiting Assistant Professor Jeffrey Brooks Joining Stetson Law from Louisiana State… » Read more

Stetson Double Hatter Jim Shore B.A. ’77, J.D. ‘80 With dedication to serving his community and an unflappable work ethic, Jim Shore’s path to becoming general counsel for the Seminole Tribe of Florida is as uncommon as it is inspirational. Even before the Double Hatter set foot on either Stetson campus, his story can best be described as one of spirited perseverance in the face… » Read more

Donations of funds, food, and school essentials are helping our students recover from back-to-back hurricanes. Back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated the community surrounding Stetson University College of Law.   As Gulfport, the Pinellas beaches, and parts of St. Petersburg were particularly hard-hit, some Stetson Law students lost everything from laptops and textbooks to homes and vehicles.  One student reported losing virtually all of their belongings… » Read more

From on-campus events to learning opportunities for professionals, Stetson Law is a place where accommodating individuals of all ability levels is part of the campus culture. Here are some top ways the College of Law is showing its commitment to the Americans with Disabilities Act and ensuring a sense of belonging among those it aims to protect. Supporting success by accommodating students Tour the Stetson… » Read more