Council of Europe Pro Merito medal presented to Professor of Law

Professor Jim Murdoch, Professor of Public Law at the University of Glasgow has been awarded the Pro Merito medal of the Council of Europe. The medal is the highest distinction granted by the Secretary General to individuals or organisations in recognition of their commitment to the Council of Europe's values and work. The medal was presented to Jim for his work in human rights education and in particular, the Human Rights Project, now in its 20^th year. The project was awarded the Slaughter & May Partnership Award for innovation in the teaching and learning of law, and also one of the University's first 'Teaching Excellence Awards' in 2006. This optional Honours course is offered as an alternative to the regular teaching and assessment arrangements in the class of European Human Rights Law, but seeks to promote academic knowledge through group work rather than through seminar attendance. Professor Murdoch said: "I'm honoured to be recognised by the Council of Europe in this way. I am delighted that this has forged further links between the Council of Europe and the University of Glasgow." Professor Rosa Greaves, the Head of the School of Law said "It is wonderful for Professor Murdoch to be recognised for his innovative and groundbreaking teaching method in the area of Human Rights law and we are delighted for him.