School of Law Feature Stories

In the days leading up to Commencement, the Richmond Law Class of 2026 was honored through a series of events celebrating academic excellence, service, leadership, and community impact.

Richmond Law Commencement 2026

CONGRATULATIONS, LAW CLASS OF 2026!

University of Richmond Seniors Head to Leading Companies and Top Graduate Schools Around the World

The University of Richmond will award more than 1,000 degrees during Commencement ceremonies on May 9 and 10.

Recognizing Faculty Excellence Through Promotion and Tenure

Congratulations to Richmond Law faculty who were promoted this year.

Hon. Roger L. Gregory is Richmond Law 2026 Commencement Speaker

Judge Gregory will address Richmond Law graduates at Commencement on May 9.

NFL Star Kobie Turner is University of Richmond’s 2026 Commencement Speaker; LA Rams Defensive Tackle is UR Alum

A UR alum, Turner double majored in mathematics and music and is a talented vocalist who appeared on The Masked Singer.

Richmond Law Honors Constitutional Scholar A.E. Dick Howard with 2026 William Green Award

Principal draftsman of Virginia’s Constitution and longtime UVA professor recognized with the law school’s highest honor.

University of Richmond Announces New Richmond School of Law Dean

Jacob Rooksby, who currently serves as dean of Gonzaga University School of Law, will become the new dean of the University of Richmond School of Law, effective July 1.