Pierre-Joseph Noebes
  • Law
  • Class of 2017
  • Atlanta, Georgia

Selected for 2015 - 2016 Urban Fellows Program

2015 Apr 22

Georgia State University College of Law's Center for the Comparative Study of Metropolitan Growth welcomes of , along with 20 other law students, to the Urban Fellows program for 2015 - 2016.

The Urban Fellows program was one reason Ian Michael Rogers (J.D. '17) chose Georgia State Law. "I knew I wanted a law school that provided distinct opportunities to explore and develop my interests and goal of working with urban planning and development issues." When she began attending Urban Fellows lectures, Jasmyn Turner (J.D. '17) found a way to incorporate her interest in history with her law school experience. "I found the place in law school to enhance my love for history and city growth," she said. Urban Fellows enrich their studies with discussions about environmental, land use and urban issues with top decision makers through a special lecture series. As part of the program, students write an in-depth research paper on an urban issue of personal interest.

To apply, students must demonstrate a clear interest in urban issues facing metropolitan regions through volunteer work, professional experience and world travel. "To me, becoming an Urban Fellow represents an opportunity to not only learn about an area of law I am interested in, but a chance to see how I can one day work with leaders in other fields to help create a more sustainable future," Pierre-Joseph Noebes (J.D. '17) said. "Managing the Urban Fellows Program is one of the most rewarding aspects of my job," said Karen Johnston (J.D. '08), assistant director. "It gives me an opportunity to work closely with students who share my areas of interest -- guiding them through course selection, networking and applying for jobs. When students tell me that the best part of their law school experience was the Urban Fellows Program, I feel fulfilled, knowing that the program has impacted them so greatly."