Alumni Quotes
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Alumni Quotes
“To be honest, I had pretty lofty expectations of DU’s ENRL LLM program. I had one goal that I wanted to achieve from the LLM program: to have a job when I finished. And I did. So, with that said, the LLM program met, and actually exceeded, my expectations. It was a great program, with great professors, events, and classes. But I think it’s important to keep in mind that the program is only as good as the students make it. What I mean is that the staff, faculty, events, and classes offered by DU and its ENRL LLM program are only half the equation. The other half is what we, as students, bring to the table. Because of my goal, I knew that I had to work hard to achieve it, of course with the help of DU. I made conscious and concerted efforts to meet with professors, attorneys, and staff and maximize the benefits of the program. I also did two internships, one during each semester, and I am certain that those experiences contributed to my success in getting this clerkship. I’m glad that I did the program because with it I was able to show to prospective employers in Colorado that I was serious about becoming a part of the legal community here.”
Anthony Austin, LLM, United States
“Getting the LLM in Environmental and Natural Resources Law from DU has been one of the most successful decisions in my life. For professionals from other countries like me, whether you work in private practice, with a company or for the government, the program is very well prepared to offer a great variety of courses, which allows you to choose the specialization that you most like or fits your expertise. Two things that I liked the most about the program were first the expertise of the professors, most of them well know natural resources practitioners in the US, and second that the program gives you all the necessary tools to improve your professional skills. These are some of the reasons why this program is one of the best in natural resources around the world especially when it comes to high academic standards. Finally, the Director and the Assistant Director of the program are wonderful persons that are always ready to help you with anything that you need, not only in an academic level, but a personal level as well. I guarantee the program will really fulfill all the goals that you have. “
Maria Carolina Crespo, LLM, Argentina
“Given the increasing importance of natural resources and environmental law as a global, legal and social issue, the University of Denver’s pioneering spirit provides foreign students with the opportunity to study mining, energy and environmental law and policy in a outstanding academic environment. This program allowed me to improve not only my academic and professionals skills, which I will take to my home country, but also to discover an amazing group of international students in Denver”.
Maria Ines Vergara, LLM, Argentina
“The LLM in Environmental and Natural Resources has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. The LLM curriculum gives you the tools to balance theory and practice, by providing excellent internship programs and offering great practical-oriented courses. In addition, you get to know and make good friends from several different countries, allowing you to know more about their customs and cultures. Finally, Colorado’s great outdoors will just amaze you. This LLM Program has really fulfilled my goals and expectations at all levels.”
Manuel Fumagalli, LLM, Peru
“Environmental work is inherently multidisciplinary. The MRLS allowed me to focus on the areas of law that are particularly relevant to what I want to do. With a better understanding of the law I will be able to work more effectively with my colleagues who are lawyers. Regardless of where my career takes me the MRLS will be a valuable asset.”
Erin Flanagan, MRLS, United States
Employment Opportunities
What can I do with my degree?
Our program graduates obtain great jobs! Current students and alumni have found employment opportunities locally, nationally, and internationally. They work for government agencies, NGO’s, law firms, private business, and even their own companies! The following is a small sample of employment opportunities our graduates have found in recent years:
- Acorn Petroleum, Petroleum Marketer
- Air Force Space Command, Legal Counsel
- Air Force Legal Operations Agency, Environmental Liaison Officer
- Anadarko, Landman
- Barrick Mining , Senior Attorney
- BHP Billiton, Senior Attorney
- Bill Barrett Corporation, Landman
- Boulder County Parks and Open Space, Lead Ranger
- Cohn Marketing, Vice President of Marketing & Client Strategy
- Conoco Phillips, Standing Procurement Committee
- Department of Energy:
- Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy, Legal Counsel
- Energy Program Specialist
- Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection Agriculture Specialist
- Department of Interior:
- Bureau of Land Management, Lands and Realty Manager
- Bureau of Reclamation, Program Analyst
- Policy Specialist
- EcoBroker International, Inc, Senior Project Manager
- Eco-Tourism and Organic Farm, Director
- Electrum USA Ltd, Director of African Affairs
- Encana, Oil & Gas Specialist
- Environmental News Network, Communications Manager
- Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Lead Coordinator
- enXco Renewable Energy, Associate Developer
- Forest Service, Natural Resources Planner
- Friends of Nevada Wilderness, Forest Project Coordinator
- Hach Company (Water Analysis) Project Manager
- Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary Associate Dean
- Hoet, Pelaez, Castillo & Duque, Partner
- Holland and Hart, Renewable Energy Project Development Attorney
- Lihir Gold Limited, Senior Contracts Administrator
- Minera Esperanza, Legal Counsel
- National Conference of State Legislatures, Energy Director
- National Park Service, Research Associate (Planning, Evaluation, and Permits Branch)
- National Renewable Energy Lab, State, Local and Tribal Deployment planner
- Newmont Mining, Senior Attorney
- Norsemont, Legal Manager
- Noble Energy, Inc., Division Order Analyst
- South Metro Water Supply Authority, Executive Director
- Western Governors’ Association, Attorney / Electricity Transmission Policy Analyst
- Westpoint University, Professor
- World Bank, Legal Advisor
- World Wildlife Fund, Deputy Director