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.

2024 recipient:
Jodi Wright

Outstanding Note Award

2024 recipient:
Teresa Otanez-Ortiz for DOBBS’ Attack on Rural Communities: How Restrictions on Reproductive Healthcare Will Exacerbate Rural Flight and Further Deplete Agricultural Workforces

2024 honorable mention:
Kaleigh Blinn for Call It as I See It: Iowa’s Ineffective Counsel in Rural Communities

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.

2024 recipient:
Madalyn Grask

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.

2024 recipient:
Shaye Coughlin