On October 18, 2018, the College of Law celebrated the investiture of Richard J. Ross as the David C. Baum Professor of Law. Professor Ross spoke about his recent work in legal history. The formal ceremony was followed by a reception in the Peer and Sarah Pedersen Pavilion. 

The David C. Baum Professor of Law was established by the Alvin H. Baum Family Fund to honor Alvin's son David, who was a member of the College of Law faculty from 1963 until his death in 1973. Deep concern for the dignity and rights of all people was central to Professor Baum's character and activities. He was an inspiration to his students and colleagues, not only because of the excellence of his teaching, scholarship, and public service, but because of his remarkable human qualities.