August 2021

Dear friends and colleagues:

A new fall semester is about to begin, and we are busily preparing for the 45th Anniversary Barrister Gala on Friday, October 22. We are, of course, closely monitoring the public health situation because the safety of our community is of the utmost importance. If anything changes for upcoming alumni events, we will immediately advise those with reservations.

Distinguished Alumni to be Honored at 45th Anniversary Barrister Gala

Our distinguished alumni of 2021 are Judge Joyce Williams Warren (Retired), '76, Sherry Bartley, '79, and Price Gardner, '88. These three outstanding Bowen graduates embody the school's core values of access to justice, public service, and professionalism. We are proud to honor them with the Distinguished Alumni Award at this year's 45th Anniversary Barrister Gala. Read more here.

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cummings Named Associate Dean for Faculty Development

Professor andré douglas pond cummings has been named the next associate dean for faculty development at the UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law. He succeeds Professor Terrence Cain, who has served as associate dean since 2018. cummings joined the law school faculty in 2018 and was recently named the Charles C. Baum Distinguished Professor of Law.

“During dre’s time here, he has made a meaningful impact at Bowen,” said Theresa Beiner, dean of the law school. “In addition to his prolific scholarship, he has spoken about his work both in and outside of Arkansas. He is also an innovative teacher who uses formative and summative assessments in his classes, including experiential drafting.” Read more here.

45th Anniversary Barrister Gala

This year marks 45 years as University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law and 55 years as the night program of the University of Arkansas Law School. To celebrate, Bowen invites you to the 45th Anniversary Barrister Gala on Friday, October 22.

This exciting evening will include a cocktail hour beginning at 6:30, a seated dinner at 7:00, presentations of the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Awards, live music with Rodney Block, and dancing.

Gala Gold Sponsors

Dean Theresa M. Beiner • Bell & Company • McDaniel, Wolff & Benca, PLLC • Taylor & Taylor Law Firm, P.A.

Gala Silver Sponsors

Arkansas Municipal League • Crews & Associates, Inc • Delta Dental of Arkansas • Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP • Gill Ragon Owen, P.A. • Randi & the Honorable Tim Hutchinson • James Law Firm • Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, P.L.L.C. • Walmart Global Governance • Justice Rhonda Wood & Dr. Michael Wood • Wright, Lindsey & Jennings LLP

Click here to find out more about the Gala

John DiPippa is Retiring - Come Celebrate!

We are having a party to celebrate Dean Emeritus John DiPippa's retirement from the classroom. He and Karen will be spending more time biking and with their grandchildren.

Please RSVP no later than September 2 to law-alumni@ualr.edu.

Student Emergency Support & Food Pantry

Bowen's Office of Student Affairs maintains a food pantry to assist students in need. Contributions of non-perishable goods are welcome, as are monetary donations (including grocery gift cards for student use). If you would like to help, here is the list of items needed.

Bowen established the Student Emergency Aid Fund to provide financial support to students in times of financial uncertainty. Click here to give.

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Alumni Updates

Mandy Hull (‘92) is the new managing counsel for the University of Colorado at the Colorado Springs campus.

Matthew Jones (‘94) was named one of the “Men of Distinction” by AY magazine.

Kyle Heffley (‘96) has joined Kutak Rock of Rogers as of counsel, serving with the national litigation practice group.

Johnny C. Collins II (‘99) was named one of the “Men of Distinction” by AY magazine.

Matthew R. House (‘99) was named one of the “Men of Distinction” by AY magazine.

Cory Cox ('00) will become director of community relations for CareSource.

Brian W. Ray (‘00) was named one of the “Men of Distinction” by AY magazine.

Brian Bowen (‘06) was named the chief of staff for Attorney General Leslie Rutledge.

Casey Carder Rockwell (‘06) and her husband, Eric, welcomed baby girl Elliott Claire Rockwell.

Clint Lancaster (‘08) was named one of the “Men of Distinction” by AY magazine.

Kandi Hughes (‘09) was named a “Future 50” leader by Arkansas Money & Politics.

Justin C. Zachary (‘09) was named one of the “Men of Distinction” by AY magazine.

Antwan Phillips (‘09) was named a “Future 50” leader by Arkansas Money & Politics.

Risie Howard (‘10) was selected for inclusion into the Top Attorneys of North America 2021-2022 edition by The Who’s Who Directories.

Mariah Hornok (‘11) and her husband, Jonathan, welcomed their fourth child, Helen Jean Hornok, into their family on June 6.

Mary-Tipton Thalheimer (‘11) was named a “Future 50” leader by Arkansas Money & Politics.

Joe A. Denton (‘12) was named one of the “Men of Distinction” by AY magazine.

Sidney Leasure (‘13) was named vice president, assistant general counsel at Stephens.

Victor Richardson (‘13) joined Acxiom in Conway, AR as associate general counsel.

Andrew Branch (‘15) was named a “Future 50” leader by Arkansas Money & Politics.

Zach Morrison (‘17) has opened Morrison Law Firm, PLLC, a general trial practice firm in Lake City, concentrating on criminal defense, family law, and plaintiff’s personal injury litigation.

Caleb Hollinger (‘20) joined Friday Eldridge & Clark LLP in Little Rock as an associate.

Jerome Wilson, Jr. ('20) will join the Maryland Public Defender’s Office in District III.

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