On March 14, 2026, the Federalist Society presented the Joseph Story Award to Professor J. Joel Alicea of The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. Given annually, the award recognizes a young academic who has demonstrated excellence in legal scholarship, a commitment to teaching, a concern for students, and who has made a significant public impact in a manner that advances the rule of law in a free society.

Click here to learn more about Prof. J. Joel Alicea.

Click here to read the annoucement of the award.

Click here to read Prof. J. Joel Alicea's Remarks Upon Received the Joseph Story Award.

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