Drake Journal of Agricultural Law Awards

The Drake Journal of Agricultural Law is dedicated to the review of issues related to international and domestic agricultural and food law.

Each year, the Drake Journal of Agricultural Law presents awards honoring the past year's achievements at the Drake Journal of Agricultural Law Dinner as part of the Supreme Court Celebration.

Friend of the Journal

This award is presented to an individual who has offered his or her support and assistance to the Drake Journal of Agricultural Law. This individual is not a staff member of the Journal, but through giving of time and effort helped to make it a success.

2021 recipient:
John Edwards, Associate Dean for Information Resources and Technology; Director of the Law Library; Professor of Law

Outstanding Note Award

2021 recipient:
Julie Solis-Alvarado, “FROM FIELDS OF OPPORTUNITY TO FIELDS DE CALZONES: WORKPLACE SEXUAL VIOLENCE IN AMERICA’S AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY”

2021 honorable mention:
David Ernst, “TURNING THE TIDE: DEVELOPING A VIABLE AQUACULTURE INDUSTRY IN THE U.S. EXCLUSIVE ECONOMIC ZONE (EEZ)”

Outstanding Board Member Award

This award is presented annually to a member of the editorial board to recognize outstanding commitment and dedication to the Drake Journal of Agricultural Law.

2021 recipient:
Sierra McConnell

Outstanding Editorial Staff Member Award

This award is presented annually to a second-year law student and member of the Drake Journal of Agricultural Law staff. The award recognizes outstanding commitment and dedication to the Journal.

2021 recipient:
Dustin Coffman