Attorney Percy L. Julian, Jr.: Leader and Trailblazing Advocate

02.05.24

Each February, we recognize and celebrate the contributions and achievements of Black Americans. American history, and its challenges and progress, is interwoven with Black history and its resilience and triumphs. As we honor the legacies of current and past Black Americans in the law, this year, we remember and celebrate a monumental leader and trailblazing activist who had a profound impact in Madison and beyond, Percy L. Julian Jr (1940-2008).

Storm B. Larson | 06.06.23

In 1982, Wisconsin became the first state in the nation to ban employment discrimination statewide on the basis of sexual orientation when it amended the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act (WFEA).

Storm B. Larson | 02.01.23

On January 27, 2023, the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced proposed changes to the regulations which govern who is eligible to donate blood.