NEWS / THOUGHTS FROM THE DEAN \
Looking to the Future
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s this issue hits mailboxes, I’m still basking in the glow of our fall reunion weekend. It is always a joy to see our alumni returning to reconnect with old friends and to take in the newest developments on and around campus. If you haven’t been here in a few years, you’d probably be surprised to see how much construction has gone up in our neighborhood. Students have more options for nearby housing, and our cafeteria is facing stiff competition from new restaurants in the area. A big change is ahead for the heart of our campus as well. Daniel Tsai, L’79, has provided the naming gift for a new building that will offer high-tech classrooms, offices and conference roomsfor our clinics, multiple convening and more — all inside a green design with views of the U.S. Capitol. Daniel, chair of the Taiwanese financial firm Fubon Group, has never forgotten his experience as an LL.M. student at Georgetown Law and how it opened up his perspective on the world. His generosity will help inspire thousands of future students, and I’m very grateful. We are in the process of raising a total of $100 million to make the building a reality. Turn the page to learn more about the project, and please visit www. law.georgetown.edu/new-building for the latest updates. Our cover story focuses on an issue that all of us in the legal profession are grappling with — the advent of artificial intelligence, or AI. Our faculty are not only investigating how this new technology will affect all areas of law, but are also making sure we are integrating it into our classrooms appropriately and responsibly. And it should be no surprise to you that many of our alumni are also engaging with AI in their work — we spoke with some of you about how you are approaching this new challenge. Whether you’re excited about AI, are skeptical, or are not sure yet what to think, this article will help make sure you’re up on the current state of play. I’m on the road a great deal these days, talking to our alumni about our new building and all the other exciting things taking place at the Law Center. I hope to see you when I’m in your area — or better yet, come to D.C. and see for yourself! With all best wishes for you and yours,
William M. Treanor Dean and Executive Vice President Paul Regis Dean Leadership Chair
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