The University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law celebrated the accomplishments of the Class of 2025 during its annual Convocation ceremony, held on Saturday, May 17 at Centennial Hall.
The ceremony honored the hard work, resilience and commitment of 131 Juris Doctor (JD) graduates, 154 Master of Legal Studies (MLS) graduates, 40 Master of Laws (LLM) graduates, 8 Scientiae Juridicae Doctor (SJD) graduates, 5 Master of Professional Studies (MPS) graduates and 35 Graduate Certificate graduates as they marked the culmination of their legal education journeys.
Interim Dean Jason Kreag opened the ceremony by welcoming all in attendance and asked the graduates to take a pause during this turning point, a rare moment to look back with pride and forward with purpose.
“As new graduates of Arizona Law, you’re entering a world that doesn’t pause for anyone. It’s complex. It’s fast. It often feels uncertain. But that’s exactly where lawyers are needed most,” said Interim Dean Kreag. “The law is more than a career—it’s a responsibility. You now have the training to solve problems, to reduce harm, to bring clarity where there’s confusion and to create access where there are barriers.”
He closed by offering graduates three things to hold onto: Seek the truth, fight for justice and show up and share your voice. “The people who make a difference aren’t always the ones with the most credentials or the biggest platforms. They’re the ones who show up when it’s inconvenient, when it’s difficult, when it matters,” he said. “Show up for your clients. Show up for your profession. Show up for your community. Even when no one’s watching.”
The Law College Association President Maricela Meza (’08) formally welcomed the Class of 2025 as alumni.
Outgoing Student Bar Association President Maelene Rosales presented the class gift, funds to install artwork in the new courtrooms at Arizona Law.
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