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Introducing Path Makers Legacy Plaza at Alabama Law
At the conclusion of the Alabama Law 50 | 150 Anniversaries celebration, the Board of Trustees of The University of Alabama System, the School of Law, and the 50th Anniversary Executive Committee and Advisory Board introduced plans to raise funds to build the Path Makers Legacy Plaza in honor of the first Black graduates of Alabama Law: Michael Anthony Figures, Booker T. Forte, Jr., and Ronald E. Jackson.
Housed just outside the windows of the Bounds Law Library and anchored by three prominent arches—each honoring the first three Black graduates at Alabama Law—this $1.5 million Plaza will be an ADA-accessible outdoor space where students can gather; faculty can hold classes; and the Law School can host events for alumni, visiting scholars, and friends in the community.
The Path Makers Legacy Plaza was initially introduced at the 50th Anniversary Gala: A Legacy Fundraising Event hosted at the Law School last April. The Gala program included artistic performances, reflections, and stories from students and alumni of the School of Law. Scan the QR code below to read about and watch clips from the 50th Anniversary Gala hosted in honor of the first Black graduates at Alabama Law.
Donor Recognition Opportunities for the Path Makers Legacy Plaza
Plaza Stage (Naming Opportunity): $500,000 (1 available)
Commemorative Arch Pillars: $150,000 (6 available)
Plaza Columns: $50,000 (6 available)
Gallery Level: $25,000 (5 available)
Large Planter: $20,000 (1 available)
Small Planter: $10,000 (1 available)
Individual Chair: $5,000 (100 available)
*Gifts of any size may be pledged up to five years.
To offer financial support for the Path Makers Legacy Plaza, please contact the Law School’s Advancement office at: 205-348-5752 or reach out directly to one of our development officers below:
Caroline Strawbridge: cstrawbridge@law.ua.edu or 205-348-4191
Jason Wear: jwear@law.ua.edu or 205-348-8272
