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New faculty Brian Broughman: Studying the legal dynamics of startups
Oct. 24, 2020—New Professor of Law Brian Broughman studies the legal and financial dynamics of startup firms, from their inception through their acquisition or initial public offering.
Watch: Four VU experts discuss appointment of Barrett to U.S. Supreme Court
Oct. 7, 2020—Law professors Brian Fitzpatrick, Suzanna Sherry and Ganesh Sitaraman and political science professor Sharece Thrower discuss the U.S. Supreme Court nomination process and the impact of Amy Coney Barrett's appointment to the court.
Law school panel discussion on Tennessee’s anti-protest law set for Sept. 30
Sep. 21, 2020—The George Barrett Social Justice Program, the Public Interest Office and Law Students for Social Justice will host a panel discussion from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 30, on Tennessee's recently passed anti-protest legislation.
‘Affordable Housing in the Wake of COVID-19’ Sept. 23
Sep. 21, 2020—Law Students for Social Justice will discuss the history of housing discrimination in Nashville and how COVID-19 has impacted the affordable housing market during an online event from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 23.
Yadav named associate dean for diversity, equity and community at law school
Aug. 23, 2020—Professor of Law Yesha Yadav has been appointed associate dean for diversity, equity and community at Vanderbilt Law School. In her new role, she will serve as a liaison to the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and the Provost’s Office of Inclusive Excellence.
Immigration Practice Clinic students support communities disproportionately affected by COVID-19
Jul. 9, 2020—Three Vanderbilt Law School students with the school's Immigration Practice Clinic assisted in drafting a Nashville Metropolitan Council resolution that supports immigrant communities disproportionately affected by COVID-19. The resolution was passed by the Metro Council on July 7.
Kudos: Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
Jun. 25, 2020—Read about recent faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements.
Seeking Challenge and Service in the Law: Hannah Miller, JD’20
Apr. 30, 2020—Hannah Miller welcomes a challenge—whether it’s leading route reconnaissance and convoy security missions, participating in multinational military training exercises, or preparing to serve in the U.S. Army’s Judge Advocate General Corps.
Chancellor’s Lecture Series: 24 hours of climate reality
Feb. 17, 2020—Former Vice President Al Gore hosted a flagship presentation at Vanderbilt University on Nov. 20 as part of a worldwide event called “24 Hours of Reality: Truth in Action.”
Discussion with Cyntoia Brown and legal team set for Feb. 13
Feb. 12, 2020—The Vanderbilt student group Law Students for Social Justice will host a discussion with Cyntoia Brown and her legal team from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13, at the Law School's Flynn Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.
Global Fellows Program to bring distinguished guests and scholars to campus
Nov. 11, 2019—Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente has announced a new Global Fellows Program that will increase opportunities for the campus to engage with thought leaders from around the world.
Chief Justice John Roberts visits Vanderbilt Law School
Sep. 16, 2019—U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. discussed the influences on his writing and fielded questions from Vanderbilt students and faculty during a wide-ranging conversation at the Law School Sept. 10.