The Fordham School of Law celebrated its 105th diploma ceremony on Sunday, May 20 by honoring one of its own.

Michelle DePass, LAW ’92, assistant administrator for the Office of International and Tribal Affairs at the Environmental Protection Agency, received a doctorate of letters, honoris causa, and addressed the graduates at a ceremony at Radio City Music Hall.

The school awarded a total of 486 J.D.s (Juris Doctor) and 143 LL.M’s (Master of Laws). Congratulations to the class of 2012!


Joseph M. McShane, SJ, the President of Fordham,  John N. Tognino, PCS ’75, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, and Michelle DePass her hood signifying her new honor

DePass addresses the graduates
Photos By Chris Taggart

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