Roger A. Fairfax Jr., will seize a unique professional opportunity that is steeped in personal connections, leaving his position as dean of the American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) and assuming the role of dean of Howard University School of Law. Fairfax, who was appointed dean at AUWCL in July 2021, is set to lead Howard University School of Law, an institution with considerable influence within his own family history and personal journey.
Fairfax emphasized the profound impact that Howard University has had on his family’s trajectory, tracing its roots from times of slavery to his current station in life, in his official statement. Notably, he pointed out the significance of leading such an institution which has had a substantial role in shaping his family’s legacy with many Howard alumni, staff and faculty in their ranks.
The transition marks a synergistic moment for Fairfax, as he prepares to lead and contribute to an institution that was instrumental in inspiring and supporting his own family’s academic and professional aspirations. Further details about Fairfax’s upcoming move can be gleaned from reporting in Law.com.