Judge Mary Russell, ’83, honored with national Sandra Day O’Connor Award

Nov. 20, 2025

Missouri Supreme Court judge and University of Missouri School of Law alumna Mary Russell, ’83, has been honored by the National Judicial College with the 2025 Sandra Day O’Connor Award.

This award is given annually to a judge or former judge who has demonstrated extraordinary service and commitment to justice.

Russell has served two terms as chief justice of the Missouri Supreme Court. She was recognized for her leadership and commitment to civics education, including visiting all 46 judicial circuits and writing monthly columns to explain court processes.

Russell has also been integral in creating interactive programs like “You Be the Judge” to help Missourians understand the judicial process.

Russell is one of six Mizzou Law graduates who currently make up the seven-judge bench of the Missouri Supreme Court.

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