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Wilson Ray Huhn serves as a Visiting Professor at the Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University, where he teaches Contracts, Sales, and Secured Transactions. Previously, he was a Distinguished Professor at The University of Akron School of Law for over 30 years before retiring from Akron in 2015. Huhn has been a pioneer in utilizing hybrid and flipped classroom techniques for teaching law, having taught law courses online since 2012.
Huhn received his educational foundation from prestigious institutions:
- B.A. from Yale University
- J.D., cum laude, from Cornell University, where he was a member of the Cornell Law Review
Huhn's research focuses primarily on constitutional law, legal argumentation, and Abraham Lincoln's constitutional philosophy. His work spans diverse areas including same-sex marriage, First Amendment issues, commercial law, and legal education methodology. He has made significant contributions to understanding constitutional interpretation through historical and philosophical lenses, particularly examining Lincoln's influence on modern constitutional thought. His research demonstrates a consistent commitment to analyzing how legal principles evolve while maintaining connection to foundational constitutional values.
His extensive publication record reveals a strong focus on constitutional interpretation, with particular attention to the Fourteenth Amendment, equal protection, and freedom of expression. Huhn's scholarly work shows progression from theoretical legal reasoning frameworks toward increasingly applied constitutional analysis, especially regarding contemporary issues like healthcare reform and marriage equality. His publications consistently demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches, blending historical analysis with modern legal challenges.
Huhn's scholarly recognition includes significant honors:
- Excellence in Teaching award at Duquesne Kline School of Law (2018 as full-time faculty, 2016 as adjunct)
- Outstanding Professor of the Year at Akron Law (2015, 2008, 2005, 2003, 1999, 1997, 1987)
- Outstanding Publication prize from Akron law alumni (2006, 2004)
- Most Valuable Player for contributions to legal scholarship (2001-03)
Beyond traditional academic roles, Huhn has been actively engaged in the legal community through appellate advocacy, having coordinated and submitted briefs to the Sixth Circuit, Ninth Circuit, and United States Supreme Court in defense of affirmative action and the Affordable Care Act during 2011-2012. He frequently presents to professional, academic, and community audiences and makes regular media appearances on constitutional law matters. Huhn also contributes to community service through organizing and coaching adaptive recreation programs for youths and adults with special needs.
