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Student News

Building Community Justice Through Public Service

The Community Justice Legal Project is the newest pro bono initiative offered by the Public Interest Office and funded by the George Barrett Social Justice Program. The student-led project works in collaboration with the McGruder Family Resource Center in North Nashville and seeks to eliminate the civil legal barriers that frequently hinder reintegration and stability for individuals and their families after involvement with the justice system.

Public Interest News

23 Members of the Class of 2026 Complete Pro Bono Pledge

Collectively, Vanderbilt Law students reported a total of 10,750 pro bono and community service hours through the Pro Bono Pledge program.

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Vanderbilt Policy Accelerator News

Congress Should Start Planning for a Potential AI Crash Now

A new report from Asad Ramzanali, VPA Director of AI and Technology Policy, offers a set of proposals for post-AI crash reforms.

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Program News

Defeating Brain Myths in the Courtroom

Professor Judith Edersheim delivered the 2026 Weaver Program Distinguished Lecture on the intersection of neuroscience and law.

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Distinguished Lecture Series

Tune in as Vanderbilt Law School brings renowned legal experts, scholars, and practitioners into our classrooms to explore today’s most pressing legal issues. From groundbreaking court decisions to emerging trends in legal research and policy, these events offer students a unique opportunity to engage with thought leaders shaping the future of law.

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