Henry Latimer
Named in honor of Broward County’s first African-American circuit court judge, this scholarship will be awarded to a rising 2L or 3L student of African-American descent who has overcome obstacles before or during their academic journey, and has demonstrated solid academic performance.
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Henry Latimer Scholarship Application Essay prompt
In recent months, the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division has experienced significant staffing changes amid a major restructuring, which some critics argue prioritizes enforcement of politically-driven executive orders over traditional protections against discrimination. This shift has raised concerns about the Division’s capacity to uphold civil rights and the long-term impact on marginalized communities. Meanwhile, civil rights organizations have initiated lawsuits—such as National Urban League v. Trump—challenging executive orders that limit diversity, equity, inclusion, and protections based on gender identity and expression.
Prompt:
Discuss the role of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division in protecting historically marginalized groups, the potential legal and societal consequences of this restructuring, focusing on the impact on attorneys, particularly minority attorneys, working within or alongside federal civil rights institutions.
Important Dates
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Application Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2026, 11:59 PM.
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Recipients Announced: Friday, May 22, 2026