Ceremony

Tradition and Triumph: University of Cincinnati Law School Celebrates Class of 2025 at 192nd Hooding Ceremony

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Cincinnati, Ohio—The University of Cincinnati College of Law is set to celebrate its 192nd academic year with a traditional Hooding Ceremony at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The event will take place at Fifth Third Arena, where Dean Haider Ala Hamoudi will guide the 90-minute ceremony. In addition to Dean Hamoudi’s remarks, outgoing Student Bar Association President Lauren Schwab will also speak to the graduating class. During this ceremony, the college will award 129 Juris Doctor degrees, along with 17 Master of Laws in U.S. Law (LLM) degrees and 21 Master of Legal … Read more

Celebrating Legacy: Judge Ott’s Portrait Unveiled in Heartfelt Ceremony

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Monroe, Ohio — A formal portrait honoring the late Judge Michael Ott was unveiled in a special ceremony held at the courthouse on Friday. The event was attended by family, friends, colleagues, and members of the community who gathered to pay tribute to the judge’s significant contributions during his tenure in the judicial system. Judge Ott, who served on the bench for over two decades, was known for his commitment to justice and his compassionate approach to the law. He frequently emphasized the importance of understanding the human element in legal matters, earning the respect … Read more

Cast Your Vote: The Ringo Awards Call for Nominations Ahead of the 2025 Ceremony at Baltimore Comic-Con!

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Baltimore, MD — The prestigious Mike Wieringo Comic Book Industry Awards, commonly known as the Ringo Awards, have opened nominations for their annual celebration of excellence in the comic book industry. The nominations, which will close on June 19, 2025, will pave the way for the awards ceremony scheduled for October 18, 2025, during the Baltimore Comic-Con. This year’s event boasts a strong panel of judges, reflecting a rich diversity of the comic book realm. “Our jurors this year come from a broad spectrum of the industry, including accomplished creators, seasoned retailers, and influential media … Read more

Texas Judge Fights Back on Wedding Ceremony Recusal, Argues for Legal Recognition of Faith-Based Decisions

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AUSTIN, Texas — In a notable legal proceeding, Jonathan Mitchell of Mitchell Law LLP presented Judge Dianne Hensley’s case to the Court of Appeals for the Third District of Texas on Thursday. Judge Hensley previously faced censure for choosing not to preside over same-sex marriages, citing her religious beliefs. This hearing follows a June 2024 Texas Supreme Court decision that ruled in her favor, mandating further examination of her objections to the reprimand she received from the State Commission on Judicial Conduct. The controversy centers around Judge Hensley’s decision to recuse herself from conducting same-sex … Read more