WCL Clinical Program

Clinic Program Student Interpreter, Alexander Sandhu, received the Jack Child Outstanding Translation Award. This award is given to a graduating AU student who has demonstrated excellence in the field of Spanish translation. We thank Alexander for all of his work as a translator in the Clinic Program and congratulate him on this incredible accomplishment!

On Friday, April 3rd, the Community Economic and Equity Development Clinic hosted their symposium, “Preserving Culture, Building Opportunity.” This symposium, hosted by Professor Ross, included development practitioners, attorneys and local community leaders, alongside some of the CEED clinic’s former clients.

The Clinic Program will be hosting an Open House on Thursday, February 26 from 5-7pm. Stop by Y265 to see what the Clinic’s office looks like and ask faculty any questions you may have! Snacks will be served.

Attendance at either the open house or a small group session is mandatory. Attendance at both the open house and a small group session is recommended.

Introducing Professor Ross!

Charles Ross is a WCL alumni and the Practitioner-in-Residence in the Community Economic and Equity Development Clinic, a clinic representing businesses, workers’ cooperatives, housing cooperatives, and nonprofit organizations in Washington D.C. and Maryland. Professor Ross began teaching at WCL in 2022 and his areas of expertise include housing law, child welfare law, and small business law. Professor Ross is also a community lawyer who formed his law firm, Charles Ross Law, PLLC, in March 2022.

Professor Ross’ biggest inspiration is his grandmother, who introduced him to his love of books and learning: she taught him to “never limit yourself or allow others to place limitations upon you.” Professor Ross loves the WCL community because he is impressed and inspired by the students who organize and strategize to fight injustice and inequality in the world. Professor Ross finds mentorship the most rewarding part of his role in clinic, as he loves being a resource to his students, while learning from them through their growth and success.

Fun Facts about Professor Ross: he enjoys painting and spending time with his wife, two dogs and cat, he loves watching reality TV, and he plays pick-up basketball most weekends! Professor Ross also recommends attending the Malcolm X Park’s Sunday night drum circle, as the energy is contagious.

For more information on Professor Ross, view his full bio here: https://www.american.edu/wcl/faculty/charlesr.cfm.