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A 19th-century Baltimore lawyer, David Hoffman, shaped American legal education by linking law to moral and political philosophy.
His 1817 book A Course of Legal Study advocated reading across disciplines to teach law as a public trust.
Hoffman argued that natural law underpins positive laws and should guide legal interpreters toward republican ends.
Hoffman’s pedagogy included a vast reading list and a six-year program, far longer than typical legal training of the era.
Contemporary luminaries like Joseph Story and James Kent praised Hoffman’s innovative approach.
Hoffman published a two-volume 1836 edition of his course, including a foundational code of attorney ethics.
The post situates Hoffman within broader debates about natural law’s rise and decline in American jurisprudence.
The article connects Hoffman’s ideas to contemporary historiography on legal ethics and education.
Hoffman’s work showed law as a guardian of republican government and a bridge to liberal arts.
The Law Library of Congress preserves Hoffman’s 1829 'Legal outlines' with emphasis on natural law and public life.

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Wisconsin defeated Maryland 78-45 at the Kohl Center on senior night, led by Carrington’s 18 points.
The game raised concerns over Nolan Winter’s injured right ankle and future evaluations were planned the next day.
Senior guards Nick Boyd and Andrew Rohde provided steady contributions alongside Carrington’s scoring burst.
Isaac Gard, a fourth-year walk-on, hit a crucial late three in front of the UW bench.
Coach Greg Gard praised the team’s balance and the move to a deeper rotation with the tournament near.
Maryland coach Buzz Williams noted Nick Boyd’s impact and Wisconsin’s ability to make the game easier for teammates.
Blackwell surfaced with 14 points on 6-for-9 shooting, delivering his best percentage of the season.
Maryland’s performance featured a key turnover-forcing defensive effort by Wisconsin in early stretches.
The win extended Wisconsin’s rotation usage ahead of the conference tournament, signaling strategic depth.

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sports12h ago

Maryland was held to 45 points in a road defeat at Wisconsin, marking a season-low for the Terps.
Wisconsin limited Maryland’s free throw attempts and crowded the paint, helping sustain the lead.
Wisconsin’s Braeden Carrington led the attack, scoring 32 points and energizing the Badgers.
Maryland’s turnovers remained a concern, finishing with 10 in the loss.
Maryland’s top scorers in the first half included Elijah Saunders with multiple 3-pointers, yet the offense stalled overall.
Maryland’s center Collin Metcalf emerged as a bright spot with offensive rebounds and put-backs.
Maryland faced an early scoring drought as both teams struggled from the field in the opening minutes.
Wisconsin built a large second-half run, widening the gap to secure the win.
Maryland’s defense struggled to slow Wisconsin after halftime as the lead grew.
The Terrapins have now recorded multiple 30-point losses in their first Big Ten season under Buzz Williams.

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Wisconsin defeated Maryland 78-45 at the Kohl Center, extending Maryland's road struggles this season.
Maryland trailed early due to sloppy play and failed to find rhythm on offense.
Wisconsin built a 34-21 halftime lead and stretched the margin after the break.
Maryland’s 3-point and free-throw shooting were inconsistent against Wisconsin.
Terps guard Andre Mills led Maryland with 14 points in the loss.
Maryland finished the game with only three turnovers for Wisconsin, limiting mistakes.
Wisconsin used a decisive 11-0 run to open the second half and pull away.
Maryland will close the regular season with a Senior Day game against Illinois.
The loss marks Maryland's continued road struggles this season.

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