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Class of 2026 Celebrates California Western School of Law’s 120th Commencement
California Western School of Law celebrated commencement for the class of 2026 during its annual ceremony, set against the iconic backdrop of the Spreckels Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park, on May 8.
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.
Connect Legal Theory and Practice
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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 32 - June 26, 2026
California Western Innocence and Justice Clinic’s Amy Kimpel and Lindsey Mercer in this month’s San Diego Magazine
California Western Innocence and Justice Clinic’s Amy Kimpel and Lindsey Mercer are in this month’s San Diego Magazine.
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.
Rodrigo Sayeg '19 Receives Anchieta Medal and the Diploma of Gratitude from São Paulo City Council
California Western School of Law congratulates alumnus Rodrigo Sayeg ’19 on receiving the Anchieta Medal and the Diploma of Gratitude from the São Paulo City Council.
Kate Godfrey '05 Recognized as a Top Women Chief Compliance Officer of 2026 by Women We Admire
California Western School of Law congratulates alumna Kate Godfrey ’05 on her recognition as a Top Women Chief Compliance Officer of 2026 by Women We Admire.
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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.