The Health Law Society at Wayne State University Law School hosted the inaugural Pet Graduation on Tuesday, April 13, via Zoom. Nearly 100 pets crossed the virtual stage to receive the coveted “Doctor of Paws” degree. Reading the names were students and members of the faculty and administration.
The goal of the event was to bring some levity after such a hard year, to highlight the role animals play in emotional well-being, and to celebrate how pets have gotten many through the pandemic.
Pet graduates belong to members of the Wayne Law community and include dogs, cats, guinea pigs, a snake, as well as several pets who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Many graduates donned regalia or special “Zoom School of Law” bandanas.
- Posted April 22, 2021
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Nearly 100 Wayne Law pets receive 'Doctor of Paws'

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