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Losing a legend: Former Justice Esther M. Tomljanovich ’55 dies at age 94

Posted: July 29, 2026
Esther Tomljanovich
Mitchell Hamline mourns the loss of the trailblazer and inspirational leader, former Justice Esther M. Tomljanovich ’55, who passed away on July 26 at the age of 94. Tomljanovich—or “Justice T” as she was lovingly known by the Mitchell Hamline community—spent her life serving in the law, advancing the cause of women’s rights, and inspiring …

Losing a legend: Former Justice Esther M. Tomljanovich ’55 dies at age 94

Buck to Batzli: Board of Trustees recognizes influential leadership

Posted: July 1, 2026
From left, President and Dean Camille M. Davidson, Trustee Emeritus Frank Harris '75, Board Chair Brian Batzli '85, and Gregory L. Buck '87, outgoing chair
Mitchell Hamline School of Law is privileged to welcome new leadership and recognize the impact of alumni leaders on our Board of Trustees, which serves as the governing body of our independent law school. On July 1, 2026, Brian Batzli ’85 took over as chair of the board, replacing Gregory L. Buck ’87, who has …

Buck to Batzli: Board of Trustees recognizes influential leadership

Mitchell Hamline honors newest graduates from the Class of 2026

Posted: June 3, 2026
Graduates pose at Commencement 2026
Mitchell Hamline School of Law celebrated the Class of 2026 during its commencement ceremony on May 30 at the legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul. The annual ceremony recognizes students who have completed their Master of Laws or Juris Doctor degree throughout the year. This year’s graduating class consists of 325 students—and 187 of …

Mitchell Hamline honors newest graduates from the Class of 2026

Rich Ruohonen ’96 to deliver Mitchell Hamline commencement address

Posted: May 27, 2026
Rich Ruohonen ’96, partner at TSR Injury Law and an internationally recognized curler, will give the keynote address at Mitchell Hamline School of Law’s annual commencement ceremony on May 30, where more than 300 graduates will receive their J.D. or LL.M. degree. Ruohonen has competed at the highest levels of the sport of curling, having …

Rich Ruohonen ’96 to deliver Mitchell Hamline commencement address