A LETTER FROM THE DEAN
Celebrating all that we have achieved so far, as well as what’s to come.
There are certain stops on life’s journey that prove to be truly
transformational. While there, we gain new insights, acquire new
knowledge, learn a little more about ourselves and, hopefully, establish
new friendships. Though my time here has been brief, I can already
sense that Stetson Law is such a place for me. I imagine that as a
graduate, your feelings are probably very similar.
I believe that Stetson is quite distinct from other law schools. First
and foremost, we are more than an institution. We are a community,
a community that supports and looks out for one another, not just
professionally, but personally as well. Of course, our campus is also
quite unique in its beauty. Plus, unlike other law schools that are part
of a larger campus, everyone here shares a singular focus – excellence in the
practice of the law. At Stetson, we join together to make a difference in the lives of one another and in
the lives of our neighbors, both nearby and around the world.
Of course, Stetson distinguishes itself far beyond the boundaries of our campus. Many of this year’s
accomplishments are highlighted in this magazine. For instance, we have won a variety of awards,
including the E. Smythe Gambrell Professionalism Award, as well as three competition wins (so far!).
Plus, we can now lay claim to the No. 1 spot in the Fordham rankings.
We also celebrate the accomplishments of our prestigious alumni with the induction of three
outstanding individuals into our Hall of Fame, as well as with the Stetson Law Alumni Association
awards that recognize the continued support of our most dedicated graduates. And, of course, we must
acknowledge the amazing generosity of our alumni and their families as they consider giving to our
wonderful institution as a way of commemorating the honored memory of a loved one or to establish
a living legacy of giving.
All of us associated with Stetson have much in which we can take great pride. We can celebrate our
place in the Stetson “family” and the fact that we all play an integral role in furthering Stetson Law’s
influence locally, nationally and even internationally. I thank you all for the warm and generous
welcome you have given me so far, and I look forward to meeting and working with even more of you
in the months to come!
Dean Michèle Alexandre
Dean and Professor of Law
Stetson University College of Law
Dean Michèle Alexandre