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Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Feb 4, 2022

The Black Law Students Association at Vanderbilt University Law School has a number of events planned for Black History Month. Next Wednesday from 3-4 p.m. CST, the group will hold a session on disability rights and the law. Topics will include ableism, accessibility and the experiences of disabled lawyers. On Feb. 14 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. CST, the group will hold a panel discussion on Black lawyers in sports and entertainment. Participants will discuss their career paths, current trends in the entertainment and sports law space, and how to break into and navigate this niche practice area. Finally, on Feb. 22 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. CST, the group will present “Black in the Law” with alumni panelists discussing their careers.