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Inside the Story: A Conversation on Border Journalism and Source Protection
California Western School of Law’s New Media Rights Clinic presents "Inside the Story: A Conversation on Border Journalism and Source Protection." This event offers an in-depth exploration of investigative reporting, digital security, and the legal challenges involved in covering the U.S.-Mexico border.
CWSL All-Alumni Reunion 2026
Join us on Thursday, October 8, 2026, for the CWSL All-Alumni Reunion, an evening dedicated to reconnecting with classmates, expanding your professional network, and celebrating the lifelong connections that begin at California Western School of Law. The reception begins at 5:00 p.m. at the Kona Kai San Diego Resort, where alumni from every graduating class are invited to come together for an evening of conversation, camaraderie, and community.
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Our Programs
Earning a law degree from California Western means mastering legal theory and fundamentals, honing critical-thinking skills, and gaining the ability to apply the law in dynamic settings. For more than 100 years, California Western has succeeded in helping law students gain the skills and experience that employers and clients seek.
CWSL entering 1L’s took the Oath of Professionalism at the James M. Carter and Judith N. Keep U.S. Courthouse.
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California Western Weekly
Faculty at California Western School of Law (CWSL) continue to produce groundbreaking work and present it across the country and around the globe.
Issue 34 - July 31, 2026
California Western School of Law Honored with 2026 Excellence in Innovation Award by Insight Into Academia
California Western School of Law has been honored with the 2026 Excellence in Innovation: Law Schools Award by Insight Into Academia, a leading publication dedicated to advancing best practices in higher education.
Drive Change
At CWSL, we have cultivated more than just legal minds; we have fostered a vibrant community where solidarity and support reign. As President of CWSL’s Black Law Student Association, I have witnessed firsthand the power of unity in overcoming challenges and championing diversity. Together, we have excelled academically and forged lasting bonds that transcend the confines of our campus.
Rising 3L Colleen Murphy Shares Personal Journey in Times of San Diego Op-Ed
California Western School of Law rising 3L Colleen Murphy recently published an opinion piece in the Times of San Diego titled, "My journey from poverty and incarceration to a seat at the legal table."
Deborah Dixon '07 Honored with the Above and Beyond Award by the American Association for Justice
California Western School of Law congratulates alumna Deborah Dixon '07 on receiving the Above and Beyond Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ).
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I would choose CWSL a thousand times over. Everyone I have met, including faculty, staff, and students, has been very welcoming ... Everyone wants each other to succeed, and that is clear in the interactions they share.