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Karima Grady L’13, State of Maryland Appointed Attorney: "I give to ������Ƶ Law because ������Ƶ gave to me–time and time again!"[/caption]

The day’s theme, “I Believe in ������Ƶ” calls for members of the university community to support ������Ƶ with a gift and help make March 10 the greatest day of giving in the university’s history.

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Jenny E. Sweet L’10, attorney at Hensel Law, PLLC: &quot;I give to ������Ƶ Law because the value of our alma mater matters.&quot;</span>[/caption]The mobile-friendly  includes a running total of gifts made in honor of ������Ƶ Day and leaderboards displaying the top campus funds and athletic programs that receive support.

Gifts of all sizes and designations will count toward the total given during the campaign.

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Preston Nelson L’10, Nelson Law Firm, PLLC: &quot;I gave to ������Ƶ Law because I believe that someone has to lead the way.&quot;</span>[/caption]Members of the law school community can use #������ƵDay on social media to take part in the celebration.

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Carrie Johnston L’12, Staff Attorney, University of North Carolina General Administration: &quot;I support ������Ƶ Law because it provides students with opportunities and experiences to help them determine the types of lawyering that best fit their individual skills, talents and interests.&quot;</span>[/caption]Last year, during ������Ƶ’s 125th birthday celebration, members of the ������Ƶ community showed their pride in the university by participating in a new tradition – ������Ƶ Day. 

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Chris Anglin L’11, owner, Anglin Law Firm, PLLC: &quot;I support ������Ƶ Law because of the great experience I had while attending and the school’s unique approach to educating the students which prepares them well for the practice of law as attorneys.&quot;</span>[/caption]

#������ƵDay became a top 10 nationally trending topic on Twitter and thousands of photos were submitted and posted on social media.

More importantly, over 1,000 donors believed enough in ������Ƶ to raise more than $100,000 for the university.

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Shannon L. O. Russell L’09, In-House Legal Counsel at Barton College: &quot;I believe in ������Ƶ Law because the innovative curriculum produces leaders, not just lawyers.&quot;</span>[/caption]This year, ������Ƶ Day is an opportunity to show you believe in ������Ƶ Law. Join the celebration in honor of ������Ƶ’s birthday today!

Show you believe in ������Ƶ Law by  on ������Ƶ Day to the annual scholarship fund or an area that is special to your family.

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Amber Allen L’14, Compliance Associate, Fairview Investment Services: &quot;I support ������Ƶ Law because it is an asset to the legal community. I believe in ������Ƶ Law because it prepares students to lead in the workplace and the community. I give to ������Ƶ Law because I believe in its students.&quot;</span>[/caption]Visit the mobile-friendly ������Ƶ Day site to learn more. Bookmark the site and check it regularly on March 10 to see a rolling count of gifts and live updates on how others are celebrating ������Ƶ Day around the world.

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Samantha Gilman ’08, L’11, Senior Associate at Avalere Health: &quot;I support ������Ƶ Law because I believe ������Ƶ is training individuals who will have a positive impact on their community, and who have had a positive impact on me!&quot;</span>[/caption]Remember to be social using #������ƵDay to add your voice and photos to the virtual celebration.

Together, we can make ������Ƶ Day the greatest day of giving in ������Ƶ’s history!

Some of the law students building excitement for ������Ƶ Day, from left: Danielle Prongay, Marissa Kuzbyt, Morgan Meyers and Ragan Riddle.[/caption]