We are delighted to announce that Professor Christina Stanton, a distinguished member of our clinical faculty, has been honored with the Excellence in Community Service Award at Colorado Law School. This award recognizes her exceptional contributions to the community through her dedicated outreach and legal advocacy work, particularly in collaboration with students.
During the award presentation, it was emphasized that this accolade celebrates those who demonstrate a profound commitment to serving the community's unmet legal needs and fostering meaningful connections through education and outreach efforts. Professor Stanton exemplifies these qualities through her impactful initiatives.
Christina Stanton has been instrumental in supporting the Native community through a wide range of initiatives, both large and small. Notably, as the director of the American Indian Law Clinic, she has championed crucial efforts such as protecting voting rights and providing legal assistance to elderly clients by drafting wills. Her leadership in the election protection efforts enabled 4300 individuals to vote on reservation lands in North Dakota, and her outreach efforts via the NativeVote website reached over 8 million people on social media.
This summer, Professor Stanton continues to expand her community engagement by teaching at CU’s Upward Bound’s summer academic institute. This program brings Native American high school students from Arizona, Utah, South Dakota, and New Mexico to the CU campus for an enriching 6-week experience. Professor Stanton’s course, Introduction to American Indian Law, not only introduces students to the foundations of federal Indian law and tribal law but also cultivates skills in legal reasoning, analysis, persuasive writing, and oral advocacy. Through her mentorship, she inspires students to explore the possibilities of a legal career and its impact on Native communities.
Professor Stanton’s dedication to her students and the broader community exemplifies the spirit of the Community Excellence Award and underscores Colorado Law School’s commitment to fostering impactful legal education and community engagement.