06/11: Langley named 2011 Outstanding Pro Bono Student of the Year by North Carolina Central University School of Law
DeWarren K. Langley was named 2011 Outstanding Pro Bono Student of the Year by the Pro Bono Program at North Carolina Central University School of Law.
The mission of the Pro Bono Program at North Carolina Central University School of law is to instill in students a commitment to public service which meets the needs of under-served and under-represented people and communities.
Langley was chosen for having the most pro bono hours of the Class of 2011. While a student at North Carolina Central University, DeWarren completed 800 hours of pro bono service.
04/11: DeWarren re-elected to Board of Directors of Calvary Ministries of the Westend Community, Inc.
DeWarren K. Langley was re-elected to the Board of Directors of Calvary Ministries of the Westend Community, Inc.
Calvary Ministries of the Westend Community, Inc. (CMWC) was created in July 1993 to enhance the quality of life of the Westend community by address the economic, educational and human enrichment needs of the community, its residents and surrounding areas. CMWC also owns the Community Family Life & Recreation Center at Lyon Park.
Since joining the Board, DeWarren has recommended and lead efforts to ensure compliance with the North Carolina Charitable Contribution Solicitation License requirement for nonprofits, wrote a comprehensive five year, 2010-2015 Strategic Plan and Conflict of Interest Policy which were approved by the Board, and drafted the Personnel Manual.
Langley’s term expires May 17, 2013. He is also Co-chair of the Personnel Committee.
04/11: Langley awarded the 2011 H.M. Michaux Award for Public Service
DeWarren K. Langley was awarded the 2011 H.M. Michaux Award for Public Service during the Law School Awards Ceremony held in the Moot Courtroom at North Carolina Central University School of Law on April 20, 2011.
“Mr. Langley has completed 800 hours of pro bono service while a student at North Carolina Central University School of Law assisting with programs such as Street Law, Future Lawyers for Community Advancement, the NCCU Mentor Program and a host of other organizations focused on preparing the next generation academically and professionally,” said Wendy Scott, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs when presenting the award.
The Award was awarded for distinguished & outstanding contribution to the community while enrolled as a student at North Carolina Central University School of Law.
04/11: Langley awarded 2011 Outstanding Service & Commitment Award
DeWarren K. Langley was awarded the 2011 Outstanding Service & Commitment Award for serving as President of the Lemarquis Dejarmon-Daniel George Sampson Chapter of the Black Law Students Association at North Carolina Central University School of Law during the End of Year Banquet, Empowerment through Service, held in the Great Hall at North Carolina Central University School of Law on April 3, 2011.
BLSA seeks to articulate and promote the professional needs and goals of black law students, foster and encourage professional competence and bring about change in the legal system in order to make it responsive to the needs of the black community.
As President, Langley appointed and supervised the work of directors and officers; created 3 first-year representatives to serve as spokespersons for the Executive Board to their respective sections to keep first-year students informed of programs & events and communicate first-year student concerns to the Executive Board; secured & managed an appropriation of $7,325, the largest of all student organizations from the Student Bar Association, managed the website by adding and updating content, disseminated information from the national and regional organizations to the local membership, published a weekly newsletter, coordinated the 2010 Judicial Candidate Form and served as Director of Professionalism coordinating speaker events in diverse areas of law.
The Chapter was also awarded the 2011 Largest Chapter Award by the Southern Region of the National Black Law Students Association.
03/11: Langley attended 43rd National Convention of the National Black Law Students Association
DeWarren K. Langley attended the 43rd National Convention of the National Black Law Students Association, A Legacy of Empowerment, March 9-13, 2011, held at the Omni Galleria Hotel in Houston, Texas.
The primary purpose of the National Convention was to conduct the business of National Black Law Students Association such as electing officers, receiving reports, appointing staff members, and committees. Convention delegates met in efficient and productive plenary sessions to obtain a report on the current state of the organization and determine its future direction.
As President, Langley served as the official representative of the chapter, expressed the concerns of the membership, and voted for officers and amendments to the bylaws.
03/11: DeWarren reappointed as Chair of the Publicity Committee of the Durham Community Martin Luther King, Jr. Steering Committee
DeWarren K. Langley was reappointed to serve as Chair of the Publicity Committee of the Durham Community Martin Luther King, Jr. Steering Committee. Inc. by the 2010-2012 Executive Committee.
As Chair of the Publicity Committee, DeWarren is responsible for maintaining the MLK Steering Committee website and publicizing the meetings, programs and events of the MLK Steering Committee to the local news media, organizations and residents.
The MLK Steering Committee is a community-based organization committed to preserving the legacy and example of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by planning appropriate ceremonies and programs in recognition of the King Holiday.
The MLK Steering Committee works to improve the quality of life for all citizens by reaching out to those who continue to struggle with issues of poverty, unemployment, drug addiction, homelessness and other social problems. We honor Dr. King for his work toward racial equality and economic justice for all people for his commitment to nonviolence and for his stand against war and militarism.
Langley also serves as the Secretary of the MLK Steering Committee.
