From the Deans' Suite - 4/17/26 - The William I Weisberg Center for Health Law & Policy
Health law is no longer a specialized corner of legal practice — it is one of the most visible places where law, policy, and daily life converge. Questions of access to care, insurance coverage, regulatory oversight, and public trust shape not only the healthcare system, but the lived experiences of individuals and communities across the country. In these times, the need for rigorous, practice-focused health law education has never been greater. The William I. Weisberg Center for Health Law & Policy exists because of that need—and because the Cleveland State University College of Law is uniquely positioned to meet it.
CSU Law’s Entertainment & Sports Law Association Builds Momentum Through National Competition and Signature Programming
Cleveland State University College of Law’s Entertainment & Sports Law Association (ESLA) continues to expand opportunities for student engagement through national competition and industry-focused programming.
This past year, ESLA members traveled to Tulane University Law School to compete in two national events: the Baseball Arbitration Competition and the Basketball Negotiation Competition. Students showcased their advocacy, analytical, and negotiation skills while engaging with peers from law schools across the country.
Beyond competition, the experience provided valuable exposure to the sports law field, allowing students to deepen their understanding of industry dynamics while building meaningful connections with peers and professionals.
Cleveland State Law Hosts Attorney General, Announces New Prosecutor Training Program
Cleveland State University College of Law welcomed Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost to campus this week to announce a new Prosecutor Training Program, an initiative designed to prepare the next generation of practice-ready prosecutors across Ohio.
During his visit, Attorney General Yost emphasized the unique role prosecutors play in the justice system, noting that they are “ministers of justice, not just advocates,” responsible for ensuring that the law is enforced with integrity and purpose.
Launching in Fall 2026, the program will provide a select cohort of students with hands-on training through a combination of clinical experience, externships, specialized coursework, and direct mentorship from practicing prosecutors.
From the Deans' Suite - 4/13/26 - A Historic Week and a Transformational Investment
It has been an extraordinary week here at the College of Law. The highlight, without question, was the press conference announcing a $5 million endowment from the State of Ohio, made possible through the leadership of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost. This remarkable investment will allow us to launch a first-of-its-kind prosecutor training program at Cleveland State University College of Law.
Moments like this are rare in the life of a law school.
From the Deans' Suite - 4/2/26 - A Note That Made My Day
A few weeks ago, I received a note that truly made my day.
The Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office reached out to share how well one of our students, Arwa Elmashae, performed in her first oral argument as a Certified Legal Intern. Through Ohio’s Legal Intern Certificate Program, students can appear in court and handle real matters under attorney supervision—bringing their legal education into direct service of clients and community.
From the Deans' Suite - 3/27/26 - Not Just A Degree
Last Friday evening, one of our alumni stood before a group of admitted students, many of them still deciding whether to come here, and told them that graduating from CSU Law gives you more than just a degree. He had prosecuted cases in Cuyahoga County, sat for fourteen years on the Court of Common Pleas, and then, beginning in 2019, served as a Justice of the Ohio Supreme Court. He grew up in Cleveland, attended St. Ignatius, John Carroll, and then CSU Law as an evening student while working full-time. His father, Judge John J. Donnelly, Class of 1968, did the same thing a generation earlier and went on to become Presiding Judge of the Cuyahoga County Probate Court.
Professor Milena Sterio Featured on NPR-Affiliated Program Discussing U.S. Foreign Policy
Cleveland State University College of Law Professor Milena Sterio recently participated in an episode of Talking Foreign Policy, a quarterly program broadcast on Ideastream Public Media, the Cleveland-area NPR affiliate.
The episode, which aired live on March 24, focused on “Assessing Trump’s Board of Peace in the Wake of the U.S.–Iran War.” The discussion brought together leading legal scholars and foreign policy experts to examine the creation of the proposed Board of Peace, its intended role, and its broader implications within the existing international legal framework.
CSU|Law Moot Court Teams Advance to Round 16 in National Competition
Cleveland State University College of Law is proud to recognize two of its 2L moot court teams for their outstanding performance at the 21st Annual National Moot Court Competition in Child Welfare & Adoption Law.
Competing against law schools from across the country, both CSU|Law teams advanced through preliminary rounds to earn placements in the Round of 16; an achievement that reflects the strength of the College’s advocacy program and the dedication of its students.
Representing CSU Law were Taylor Haazer, Isabella Benz, Jeffery Brannigan, Matt Harders, Julian Pellegrini, and Caden Wendling. Throughout the competition, both teams demonstrated exceptional legal analysis, written advocacy, and oral argument skills.
Dean Carolyn Broering-Jacobs Recognized as a Crain’s Cleveland Business “Notable Woman in Law”
From the Deans' Suite - 3/12/26 - Happy 90th Milly Collins!
Earlier this month, at the Cleveland State University alumni gathering in Florida, I had the pleasure of meeting Milly Collins, a proud graduate of CSU Law’s Class of 1981. Milly turned ninety this past Sunday, March 8th.
As we talked, Milly shared a story that is quintessential CSU Law: ambitious, practical, service-minded, and deeply connected. Her story demonstrates what our part-time program (and now online program) has always made possible: an education that meets talented people where they are, and helps them achieve their dreams.