Alumni Activities Alumni Activities LAW SCHOOL LIFE JHLS Spring Twilight Affair The Joseph Henry Lumpkin Society Spring Twilight Affair Steve Gilliam (J.D.’74) entertains shuttle riders with a was graciously hosted by John (J.D.’72) and Sandra Glover. joke on their way back to their cars after a wonderful Here, (l. to r.) John and his wife, Sandra, pose for a photo evening at the Glover home. with Cleveland Chair and Meigs Professor Ron Ellington and his wife, Jeannie. Members of the Joseph Henry Lumpkin Society donate $1,000 or more to the law school annually. Portraits presented to Georgia Law Alumni Advocacy Series Friends and alumni often commission portraits of alumni who Georgia Law is always have distinguished themselves in public service. This spring, grateful when alumni return former Georgia Gov. Roy E. Barnes (J.D.’72) and former state to share their expertise with Attorney General Michael J. Bowers (J.D.’74) were honored in students. This spring, as part of the well-received this manner. Alumni Advocacy Series The unveiling ceremony organized by Callaway of Barnes’ portrait took Chair Emeritus Ron Carlson place in the home of Keith (left), Rick Deane (J.D.’77) (J.D.’85) and Twinker and Kay Deming (J.D.’78) Mason. Here are Roy and returned to Athens to discuss Marie Barnes (left) and “How to Cross-Examine Twinker and Keith Mason Opposing Experts.” with the newly completed work of art. Also, Michael Terry (J.D.’87) and Susan Boleyn (J.D.’76) told students the “ins and outs” of how to brief and argue appeals. Dean Emeritus Ralph Beaird (left), who spoke at the unveiling ceremony for Bowers’ painting, Bette Rose Bowers (left, center), Dean Rebecca White and Mike Bowers sur- round the portrait that now graces the third floor hallway of Georgia Law. 36 Advocate Spring/Summer 2007 10345Inside.indd 36 6/22/07 2:23:00 PM Alumni Activities Alumni Activities Georgia Law Alumnae Reception Earlier this year, a gathering was held to help recognize the accomplishments of female graduates of Georgia Law. Pictured with Eleanor Banister Jordan presented with honorary (J.D.’80) (right) is Susan Lanigan (J.D.’88), Doctor of Laws executive vice president and general counsel for Dollar General, who served as the guest speaker. “We are the ones who set the stage for future women lawyers,” Lanigan said, citing the increas- ing numbers of women entering professional pro- grams, including law school. “We are smart and capable of accomplishing great things. We should not let our success get in the way of accomplish- ing those things.” This event was hosted by Susan Jump Wilson (J.D.’89) at the Atlanta office of Alston & Bird. Midyear State Bar of Georgia Alumni Events At the UGA undergraduate commencement ceremony, Vernon Jordan was awarded an honorary Doctor of It is always good to catch up with Laws, which after an earned doctorate is the highest old friends and fellow alumni at recognition UGA can bestow. At the ceremony, the the State Bar of Georgia Midyear well-respected lawyer and civil rights advocate gratefully Meeting alumni events. At the accepted the honor as “a tribute to the fortitude and breakfast are Robert Benham perseverance of all those whose sacrifices and triumphs (J.D.’70) and Sherry Jackson nearly half a century ago compelled this nation and (J.D.’87). The new slate of Law this state and this university to honestly face their past, School Association Council officers present and future so that this nation, this state and this for 2007-08 was announced at university could have a chance to forge a future full of the morning gathering.The incom- accomplishment and hope and service to a widening ing officers include Steve Gilliam democracy.” Photo by UGA Public Affairs’ Peter Frey. (J.D.’74) as president, Henry Tharpe (J.D.’74) as president- elect, Eleanor Banister (J.D.’80) as immediate past-president, Greg Sowell (J.D.’83) as treasurer and David Bell (J.D.’77) as secretary. 2008 Alumni Reunions During calendar year 2008, classes graduating from Georgia Law in a year ending in a three or an eight will celebrate an anniversary year reunion. Reunion parties may be scheduled by contacting the Office of Alumni Programs at (706) 542-5190 or [email protected]. Anyone interested in serving on a reunion party planning committee for their class is welcome. Typically, the earlier a class begins planning their reunion, the better the attendance is from their classmates. At the reception, held at the firm Ellis, Painter, Ratterree & Adams are (l. to r.) Clay Ratterree (J.D.’77), Avant Join the fun and Edenfield (J.D.’58) and Harvey Weitz (LL.B.’66). reconnect with your fellow alumni! Spring/Summer 2007 Advocate 37 10345Inside.indd 37 6/22/07 2:23:08 PM Alumni Activities Georgia Law Development Report ne of the best aspects of development work is the chance to Omeet new people each and every day – a law student studying in the lounge; a new member of the faculty settling into his or her office; an alum working in his or her office in Valdosta, Macon or Atlanta; a supporter coming back to attend Awards Day. During these conversations and exchanges, each member of the development staff has a chance to better understand the impact of this law school on a very personal level. We learn how Georgia Law has shaped people’s lives, and we, in turn, talk about the way you, alumni and friends, can further enhance the lives of others through your continued financial support of the law school. We invite you to read about those we have met with during recent months who have decided to invest in the law school’s future. Please join us in thanking them for their generosity and vision of academic excellence. Angie Fitts Marshall made a $1 million commitment to honor her In December, at a luncheon announcing the establishment of the Alexander W. Smith late husband, Justice Thomas O. Marshall Jr. (LL.B.’48). This gift Professorship are: (l. to r.) Frank Malone, representing the John and Mary Franklin will create the Thomas O. Marshall Jr. Chair in Constitutional Law. Foundation; Dean Rebecca White; Alex Smith (LL.B.’48) and Steve Forte, representing In conversations with Mrs. Marshall and members of her family, it Smith, Gambrell & Russell. The Franklin Foundation and Smith, Gambrell & Russell joined forces to honor Smith with a professorship at Georgia Law for his contributions to was clear that building an endowment to support a faculty chair was the legal profession. the best way to honor the memory of Justice Marshall and his com- mitment to excellence in the legal profession. A major gift was directed to the law school by Bruce Kirbo mostly it supports students. More than 65 percent of the Law School (J.D.’51) and members of the Thomas and Irene Kirbo Trust Board Fund is spent on student needs. for $125,000 (with an additional pledge of $75,000). This gift and We are delighted to have so many of our alumni serving as class pledge brings the Kirbo Trust’s total campaign gift to $1 million. and reunion agents this year – in their volunteer role of telling their Bruce and the board have strategically supported the Kirbo Trust story about the law school and encouraging others to give back to Endowed Faculty Enhancement Fund, which provides funding for their legal alma mater. endeavors that promote legal research and scholarly dialogue. Our current fund-raising campaign, Archway to Excellence, will We are pleased to acknowledge a commitment by John T. Glover provide a solid financial foundation for the law school’s future. (J.D.’72) and his son, John T. Glover Jr. (J.D.’92), through the With only one year remaining, we have reached our $17 million Glover Family Foundation, to endow the newly established C. goal, and we are well positioned for the successful conclusion of this Ronald Ellington Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching. This important effort. award recognizes Professor Ellington’s dedication and commitment Along with the generous gifts we have mentioned above, it is to excellence in the classroom and will be awarded annually to the important to remember that each and every gift plays a role in faculty member selected by the Student Bar Association for outstand- Georgia Law’s success. ing teaching. The Office of Development would like to continue to meet with We also want to thank John (J.D.’72) and Sandra Glover for host- alumni and friends of the Georgia Law community and explore why ing our Joseph Henry Lumpkin Society Spring Twilight Affair (for the law school should be a philanthropic priority. We look forward annual donors of $1,000 or more) this past April. to seeing you soon. Serving on the law school’s Board of Visitors has brought Kathelen - Director of Development Anne S. Moser Amos (J.D.’82) in close contact with the school in recent months. Kathelen, along with her husband, Dan, have chosen to make a $100,000 unrestricted gift in honor of Dean Rebecca White’s vision for Georgia Law. In addition to these major gifts, the law school continues to seek support for the law school’s annual fund. The Law School Fund is the backbone of financial support for the school’s yearly operational budget. Alumni contributions support a wide range of areas, but 38 Advocate Spring/Summer 2007 10345Inside.indd 38 6/22/07 2:23:10 PM Class Notes Class Notes items listed were received between 1975 - 1979 8th Annual American Values Dinner.