Dr. Geoffrey Stone

Professor

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Biography

Geoffrey R. Stone is the Edward H. Levi Distinguished Service Professor of Law at the University of Chicago Law School. He has been a faculty member since 1973 and has held significant positions, including Dean of the Law School and Provost of the University. His publications include influential books and articles focused on constitutional law, including discussions on free speech, national security, and affirmative action. Stone is a recognized expert on civil liberties and has contributed to major Supreme Court cases through amicus briefs. He served on President Obama’s Review Group on Intelligence and Communications Technologies and is a fellow of several prestigious organizations, including the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Edward H. Levi Distinguished Service Professor of Law

2008-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

A full-time faculty position focusing on constitutional law and civil liberties.

Dean

1987-01-01 — 1993-01-01

University of Chicago Law School • Chicago, IL

Oversaw the academic and administrative operations of the law school.

Provost

1994-01-01 — 2002-01-01

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Led the university's academic programs and policies.

Visiting Professor of Law

2002-01-01 — 2010-01-01

New York University School of Law • New York, NY

Guest professor teaching various law courses.

Awards

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John Mclean Award

2021-01-01
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James Madison Award

2014-01-01
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Legal Legend

2012-01-01

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Writing sample Candidate statement
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy