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For Maryann Serra Panoho, pursuing the Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD) degree at the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law was a deeply personal and purposeful journey. As an Indigenous woman from Aotearoa, New Zealand, her academic and professional path has been shaped by a commitment to honoring her family, people and the broader Indigenous community.
“Pursuing an SJD was a way to honor them and contribute to the conversation around Indigenous rights and justice,” she says.
Drawn to Arizona Law for its internationally renowned Indigenous Peoples Law and Policy (IPLP) Program, Maryann found a scholarly home that aligned with her values and vision. She cites the opportunity to learn from leading faculty such as Professors Robert Williams, Melissa Tatum and Seánna Howard as a key reason for choosing the program.
“I was drawn to a program that not only fosters deep academic excellence but also creates space for Indigenous Peoples from around the world to work together in solidarity,” says Maryann.
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