Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Law School maintains a standing committee consisting of faculty and staff to explore ways in which we can increase the diversity of our community while promoting an environment in which all share a sense of belonging.

Committee Members

Maria Saez Tatman, Chair
Associate Dean of Law Student Affairs, Community, and Belonging

Freda Coleman-Jackson
Assistant Dean of Career Strategy

Ashley Evans
Head of Collection Services

Shannon Fyfe
Assistant Professor of Law

Jenny Mitchell
Archivist

Brian Murchison
Charles S. Rowe Professor of Law

Alexi Pfeffer-Gillett
Assistant Professor of Law

Reports

• W&L Law Antiracism and Racial Justice Initiative
• Community Update on DEI Work (as of April 2021)

Resources for Faculty

• AALS Law Deans' Antiracist Clearinghouse Project 
• Law School Anti-racist Coalition Teach-In
• Teaching Race in Law Schools 
• Guide for Inclusive Teaching at Columbia
• W&L Guide on Race, Racism, and Anti-racism Resources