HONOLULU, Hawaiʻi (May 8, 2026) — In early March, the University of Hawaiʻi Law Review at the William S. Richardson School of Law hosted its annual symposium, honoring the retirement and legacy of Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald. The student-led event, held on March 6, brought together … [Read more...] about UH Law Review Honors Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald at Spring Symposium
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Experiential Learning Program Honors Inaugural Award Recipients
On April 23, 2026, the William S. Richardson School of Law’s Experiential Learning Program held its inaugural program awards, recognizing students, faculty, and staff for their outstanding work during the 2025–26 academic year. The awards highlight excellence across clinics, externships, and pro … [Read more...] about Experiential Learning Program Honors Inaugural Award Recipients
Richardson Law’s BLSA Moot Court Team Earns Regional Honors
HONOLULU, Hawaiʻi (Feb. 10, 2026) — The William S. Richardson School of Law is proud to celebrate multiple student and chapter achievements by our Black Law Students Association during the 2026 academic year. Online J.D. students Dave Fields and Carina Lee, coached by Professor D Dangaran, earned … [Read more...] about Richardson Law’s BLSA Moot Court Team Earns Regional Honors
3L Raymond Nichols Receives Outstanding Service Award
HONOLULU, Hawaiʻi (Feb. 6, 2026) — William S. Richardson School of Law 3L Raymond Nichols was awarded the Judge Sandra Simms Outstanding Service Award at the Fall Alice Ball Black Graduation Ceremony. Named in honor of Judge Sandra Simms (Ret.), the first African American female judge in Hawaiʻi, … [Read more...] about 3L Raymond Nichols Receives Outstanding Service Award
Class of 1985 Launches New Student Wellness and Benevolence Fund Honoring Professor Calvin G. C. Pang
HONOLULU, Hawaiʻi (Jan. 12, 2026) — The William S. Richardson School of Law is proud to announce the creation of the Professor Calvin G. C. Pang Student Wellness and Benevolence Fund, established through a generous inaugural gift from the Class of 1985. This new fund honors Professor Calvin G. C. … [Read more...] about Class of 1985 Launches New Student Wellness and Benevolence Fund Honoring Professor Calvin G. C. Pang
UH Law Student Benjamin Leider Named The National Jurist Law Student of the Year for Legal Tech Innovation
Benjamin Leider, a third-year student at the William S. Richardson School of Law, has been named one of The National Jurist’s 2025 Law Students of the Year—an honor that recognizes future legal leaders making an impact across the country. Leider was selected for his groundbreaking work developing an … [Read more...] about UH Law Student Benjamin Leider Named The National Jurist Law Student of the Year for Legal Tech Innovation