Faculty and Staff

Our faculty are highly regarded for their contributions to the landscape of law and policy, as well as their experience in the field.

Guided by our outstanding educators and staff, VLGS students have a rare opportunity to learn from leaders in their chosen field and are supported throughout every step of their journey, both inside and outside the classroom.

Explore our Faculty Directory to learn more about our faculty’s expertise, experience, and accomplishments.

Lauren Close

  • Director, Communications

Lindsey Cole

  • Project Manager and Research Fellow

Courtney Collins

  • Assistant Director

Monica Collins

  • Associate Director, Career Services

Chelsea Colwyn MELP’11

  • Adjunct Faculty

Expertise: Natural Resources Law and Management, Wetlands and Water Resources

Anna F. Connolly

  • Associate Professor of Law

Expertise: Legal Writing

Honorable Timothy Connors

  • Presiding Judge, Washtenaw County Peacemaking Court

Expertise: Restorative Justice

Cara Cookson

  • Adjunct Professor

Expertise: Family Law, Restorative Justice

Jordan Cooper

  • J.D. Admissions Counselor

Jonathan Coppess

  • Adjunct Faculty

Expertise: Food Law and Policy