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.

2023 recipient:
Dan Burkett, Application Support Administrator, Drake Law School

Outstanding Note Award

2023 recipient:
Gloria Soto for Piracy by Patents: How United States Patent Law Enables Biopiracy

2023 honorable mention:
Madeline Hartley for Access Denied: The Dangers of Ransomware's Unchecked Attack on the Agriculture Industry

Outstanding Editorial 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.

2023 recipient:
Abby Endress

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.

2023 recipient:
NaRayah Runyon