Public Interest News
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19 members of the Class of 2024 Complete Pro Bono Pledge
Nineteen members of the Class of 2024 were recognized in April for completing Vanderbilt Law School’s Pro Bono Pledge, through which students commit to complete at least 75 hours of pro bono legal work and community service during their law school careers. At least 50 of those hours must be… Read MoreApr. 19, 2024
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SJR Inaugural Symposium on Capitalism and The Carceral State
Nineteen members of the Class of 2024 were recognized in April for completing Vanderbilt Law School’s Pro Bono Pledge, through which students commit to complete at least 75 hours of pro bono legal work and community service during their law school careers. At least 50 of those hours must be… Read MoreApr. 9, 2024
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Vanderbilt Law School Hosts Ambassador John Richmond
Ambassador-at-large John Cotton Richmond discussed efforts to combat human trafficking Read MoreMar. 28, 2024
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2024 Pro Bono Spring Break Spotlight
Eight Vanderbilt Law students worked at Advocacy Organizations in Nashville and West Virginia Read MoreMar. 27, 2024
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Forging a Career in Civil Rights Advocacy
Curry First ‘68 reflects on Vanderbilt, civil rights work, and more Read MoreMar. 26, 2024
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Vanderbilt Social Justice Reporter Announces Inaugural Symposium: Capitalism & The Carceral State
MacArthur Fellow Andrea Armstrong headlines day-long event featuring academics, practitioners, and impacted individuals Read MoreMar. 19, 2024
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How to Build a Public Interest Law Career That Lasts
Kent McKeever advises students about a path in public interest law Read MoreMar. 11, 2024
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Vanderbilt Hosts Mark Gaston Pearce for The George Barrett Lecture
Professor and lawyer Mark Gaston Pearce discusses labor issues confronting the National Labor Relations Board Read MoreMar. 7, 2024
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The Ins and Outs of Summer Legal Internships
What to expect when applying for a legal internship Read MoreMar. 1, 2024
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28 Employers Participated in 2024 Government and Public Interest Day
The annual event’s informal format allows students to learn about the work of various government agencies and legal aid organizations and explore summer and semester internship and pro bono opportunities. Read MoreFeb. 22, 2024