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Message from the Dean
It is my distinct honor and privilege to welcome you to Howard University School of Law. We are a community of dedicated faculty, staff, students, alumni, and partners committed to unparalleled excellence in legal education, impactful scholarship and thought leadership, and social justice. Our rich history and tradition of producing leaders in law and public service inspire our ongoing efforts to champion racial equity and justice. I invite you to explore our vibrant community and learn more about the dynamic programs and opportunities that make Howard Law a special place to study law.
In Truth and Service,
Roger A. Fairfax Jr.
Dean and Professor of Law
Damon T. Hewitt as 2026 Hooding Ceremony Speaker
Dean Roger A. Fairfax, Jr. is thrilled to announce the 2026 Hooding Ceremony speaker for Howard University School of Law, Damon T. Hewitt, President and Executive Director of the Lawyers' Committee for Civil rights Under Law. One of the nation's foremost civil rights leaders, Hewitt brings decades of experience advancing racial justice through philanthropic, and public sectors.
For more than a decade, Hewitt spearheaded major civil rights litigation at the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc., heading the Education Practice Group, and shaping LDF's response to critical issues including police accountability, education equity, and housing justice, and leading pioneering efforts addressing the School-to-Prison Pipeline, and coordinated litigation and advocacy efforts in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
As the inaugural Executive Director of the Executives' Alliance for Boys and Men of Color he led a powerful network of more than three dozen national and local foundation presidents focused on shifting policies and structures that impact young men of color.
Mr. Hewitt served as Executive Director of the New York State Task Force on Police-on-Police Shooting and also serves as the Senior Advisor at the Open Society Foundations and a key liaison between the philanthropic community and the White House on policy issues affecting young men of color. His voice and vision will undoubtedly inspire and motivate the Class of 2026 as they prepare for their own journeys in the law and carry forward Howard Law's enduring legacy of excellence, leadership, and social engineering. Hewitt will address HUSL graduates at the Hooding Ceremony on May 8, 2026.
News & Announcements
Professor Darin Johnson's New Book: Digital Coup
Professor Darin Johnson hosted a book talk and signing at HUSL to discuss his latest work, Digital Coup, an examination of how disinformation, social media echo chambers, and profit-driven algorithms are reshaping political and social landscapes. From challenging the idea of a neutral internet to unpacking the forces driving division and misinformation, Digital Coup invites readers to rethink the digital world we engage with every day and our role in shaping what comes next.
Read moreHuver I. Brown Trial Advocacy Team Advances to Nationals After AAJ Regional Victory
The Huver I. Brown Trial Advocacy Team has earned a spot at the AAJ National Student Trial Advocacy Competition in New Orleans after winning the AAJ Regional Student Trial Advocacy Competition. Student advocates Quran Allen, Nahab Fahnbulleh, Trinity Gore, and Josiah Mercado-Lawson went undefeated across five rounds over four days, including a decisive final-round win over Harvard Law School. The team will compete against the top 20 teams in the country. Special recognition goes to adjunct professor and coach Christian Lassiter for his leadership and mentorship, and student technician Joshua Fleming for his support behind the scenes.
Associate Dean Simmons Releases Law School Guide
Tracy Simmons, Associate Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs, has released Law School for Dummies, 2nd Edition. The updated edition offers practical guidance for navigating law school, covering everything from admissions and academics to career planning, and reflects Dean Simmons’ expertise in supporting students through every stage of their legal education.
Read moreHUSL hosts 2nd Annual 14th Amendment Center for Law and Democracy Symposium
Last week, the 14th Amendment Center for Law & Democracy convened scholars, advocates, artists, and students at Howard University School of Law for a day-long symposium exploring the meaning--and future--of the 14th Amendment. View Photos
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