Albany Law School

Albany Law School is proud to celebrate our 19th President and Dean, Cinnamon Carlarne, for being named to the 2026 Trailblazers in Higher Education list by City & State.

The annual list recognizes leaders who are redefining higher education across New York, and Dean Carlarne’s impact is already transforming our institution. From recruiting some of our strongest incoming classes, to launching our Flex J.D. Program, to expanding the Edward P. Swyer Justice Center, her leadership continues to elevate Albany Law’s academic excellence and community impact.

We are also thrilled to congratulate Janet Silver ’03 on being named to this year’s list as well!

Read more about this recognition ⬇️
https://www.albanylaw.edu/news/dean-carlarne-named-city-states-tralblazers-higher-education-list

Expanding Access to Justice Across Rural New York

Albany Law School is proud to take on management of the statewide Rural Ready website, an initiative launched by the New York State Bar Association and led by partners including Appellate Division, Third Department Presiding Justice Elizabeth Garry '90 and NYSBA President Kathleen Sweet.

The Rural Ready platform connects attorneys with career opportunities in rural communities, helping address the growing access-to-justice gap across upstate New York.

🔗 Read the full announcement and explore Rural Ready: https://www.albanylaw.edu/news/rural-ready-partnership-expands-albany-law-school-manage-website

In remembrance and with deep respect, we commemorate the fearless heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our liberty

🎓Hugs for the Grads!👨‍🎓

Because one commencement post just wasn’t enough…

The joy keeps rolling in as we get more photos from our 175th Commencement, and honestly, we can’t get over these moments of pure love and celebration.

Whether it was a long-awaited embrace, a tearful squeeze, or the classic “you did it!” bear hug, these snapshots say it all: This community shows up for each other.

Want to see the rest of the smiles, hugs, and happy tears?

👇 Check out the full photo album and tag someone you spot!
Full Album: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCU11N

🎉 A Historic Day at Albany Law School! 🎉

Today, we proudly celebrated our 175th Commencement—a momentous milestone honoring more than 200 graduates who have spent the past three years forging their paths with grit, passion, and purpose.

From day one to walking across the stage, their hard work, resilience, and commitment to justice have shaped this unforgettable chapter in our history. And what better way to mark 175 years of legal education than with a class ready to Practice, Serve, and Lead?

🎓✨ Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

📸 Stay tuned—more Commencement moments are on the way.

📖 Read the full story here: https://www.albanylaw.edu/news/albany-law-school-celebrates-175th-commencement

🎉 Albany Law School is proud to celebrate the promotion of five faculty members! 🎉

Their dedication to teaching, scholarship, and service continues to elevate our community, and we’re excited to recognize their achievements:

✨ Distinguished Professor of Law Evelyn Tenenbaum
✨ Associate Professor of Law Dan Bollana ’16
✨ Associate Professor of Law Kanika Johar ’13
✨ Associate Professor of Law Caitlain Devereaux Lewis ’11
✨ Associate Professor of Law Dale Margolin Cecka

Help us congratulate our newly promoted faculty in the comments! 👇

Full story ⬇️
https://www.albanylaw.edu/news/albany-law-school-promotes-five-faculty-members