Group of individuals holding plaques.

(left to right) Kumar Wise, Marie Nesbitt Promise Prize Honoree; Olivia Binda '23, Ally Award Honoree; Hon. Kevin M. Carter '89, Distinguished Alumni Award Honoree; Alicia Artis '23, Monique E. Emdin Award Honoree; Prof. Heather Abraham, Jacob D. Hyman Award Honoree

The Monique E. Emdin Memorial Award

This award honors the memory of Monique E. Emdin, Class of 2007—a former associate at Hiscock & Barclay LLP and a dedicated member of the Bethesda World Harvest International Church.

It is awarded to one or more graduating students of the University at Buffalo School of Law who belong to groups traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession and who demonstrate a commitment to community service, including significant contributions to faith-based communities and/or student organizations at the law school. Preference will be given to students with financial need.

The application deadline is March 21, 2025.

If you have questions, please contact law-dei-questions@buffalo.edu.