Creighton Dixon

Creighton Dixon is a fifth generation Arizonan, and it is fair to say that his lineage has produced many symbols of tradition, excellence, and justice in the State of Arizona. His great-great-grandfather was James M. Creighton -- the architect of the University of Arizona's Old Main and many of Arizona's original courthouses, most notably Pinal County and Florence.

Creighton's family line connects him to the spirit of the UA. His personal calling to the law came from observing his mother's career as a court reporter for over 35 years in Maricopa County. He knew law was his path. And he knew Arizona Law was the place.

"Choosing Arizona Law was a no-brainer. Between its phenomenal reputation and large alumni base, I knew that there would be plenty of support in my job search. Additionally, I was born into a UA family so there was never much thought about going to the school in Tempe."

Creighton came to Arizona Law immediately after completing his undergraduate studies at Boston College, where he majored in political science and communications with a minor in history.

Though open to new experiences and interests, Creighton is keen on litigation, and hopes to join a firm in Phoenix after graduation. For now, he is engaged in the wide array of experiences typical for Arizona Law students.  He is a second year writer on the Arizona Law Review, and this past summer externed with Judge Stephen McNamee ('69) at the US District Court in Phoenix.

Creighton represents some of UA's history, and so it is appropriate that he is a major history buff with a special passion for Theodore Roosevelt and Arizona history. Creighton has also spent a significant amount time studying his great-great-grandfather and the iconic Old Main -- a point of pride for his family, the University, and the State:

"Old Main represents the beginning of higher education in Arizona, as it was the first building constructed for the then territory's first university. It signaled an important transition for the territory, as Arizonans were beginning to take the responsibility to educate their own and train Arizona's next generation. Old Main was Arizona's first significant investment for educating itself, and I am thrilled that UA has decided to maintain an important part of its and the State's past."

Old Main (1897)

Old Main (Today)

In his spare time, you can find Creighton reading, grilling, or watching the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Wildcats.

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On a special note, today, the University unveiled the recently renovated Old Main and offered tours. Learn more about the renovation here. 

Dean JC

Thousands of students have stepped across our threshold, and, at one time or another, many have had a heart-to-heart with Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Willie Jordan-Curtis -- affectionately known around the halls as Dean JC.

Dean JC has been with Arizona Law for over two decades, serving as a foundation of support and a motivator of individual student success. Alums often ask about their small section professor -- and Dean JC.

As the head of student affairs, she coordinates the student experience at Arizona Law. She is responsible for organizing first-year orientation, working one-on-one with students to shape the best learning environment for each person, connecting students to course and bar study materials, coordinating the implementation of final exams, planning graduation, and so much more.

One of Willie's passions is developing advocates in the 9th Circuit Appellate Representation Clinic. She serves as the clinical director and attorney of record for student-lawyers arguing cases before the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Under a special rule in the Circuit to encourage volunteer service, pro-bono cases are guaranteed an oral argument. Dean JC's mentoring and teaching has allowed numerous students to argue before the Court and train as appellate advocates in this intensive clinic.

Dean JC obtained her PhD in Counseling from the University of Arizona and her JD from the University of California Berkeley.

You can usually find her with her door open and ready to help at a moment's notice.