UDC David A. Clarke School of Law

05/29/2026

As the University of the District of Columbia celebrates 175 years of transforming lives through education, we are proud to spotlight Interim Dean Angela Gilmore and her reflections on the enduring mission of the UDC David A. Clarke School of Law.

In her conversation with UDC, Dean Gilmore shares how UDC Law continues to advance access, opportunity, and justice through a legal education grounded in public service, experiential learning, and community impact. As the nation's only public HBCU law school and one of only six HBCU law schools in the country, UDC Law remains committed to preparing lawyers who are equipped not only to succeed in the profession but to serve as advocates, changemakers, and leaders in their communities.

Through nationally recognized clinical programs and a strong public interest mission, UDC Law students gain real-world experience while providing critical legal services to underserved communities. This commitment to justice is at the heart of who we are and what we do every day.

Thank you, Dean Gilmore, for your leadership and for continuing to champion a vision of legal education that empowers students to practice law, promote justice, and change lives.

Read the full interview: https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/05/university-of-the-district-of-columbia-at-175-a-conversation-with-interim-law-dean-angela-gilmore

05/19/2026

Relive the unspeakable joy, pride, and excitement of the UDC Law Hooding Ceremony as we celebrated the extraordinary Class of 2026. From heartfelt embraces to unforgettable smiles, these photos capture a powerful afternoon filled with accomplishment, reflection, love, and community. The unspeakable joy of this milestone is evident in every smile, every hooding, and every moment shared together.

Congratulations, Class of 2026. Your resilience, determination, and commitment to justice inspire us all. The entire UDC Law community is proud to celebrate your achievements and looks forward to the impact you will make in the legal profession and beyond.

Practice Law. Promote Justice. Change Lives.

05/15/2026

Conversations with Clinicians is live! Join us!

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05/13/2026

Join us this Friday, May 15th at 12:30p.m. for an engaging discussion moderated by Professor Emily Cassometus. Clinicians will learn about diverse approaches for legislation clinics to use to advance disability rights and disability justice.
Register: https://bit.ly/42v8Yep

05/13/2026

UDC Law proudly celebrates the groundbreaking scholarship and leadership of Professor Yvette N.A. Pappoe, whose latest work is helping shape one of the most urgent conversations at the intersection of law, technology, civil rights, and economic justice. As co-author of the newly released report AI in the Racial Wealth Gap, alongside researchers Nadiyah J. Humber and Darlis Pantoja-Benavides, Professor Pappoe examines how artificial intelligence systems are influencing housing, lending, and employment decisions and how these technologies could either deepen or dismantle systemic inequities in America.

This cutting-edge research challenges the legal profession, policymakers, and technology leaders to confront the real-world consequences of algorithmic bias and to build stronger safeguards, transparency, and accountability into AI-driven systems. The report highlights the growing need for civil-rights-centered governance as AI rapidly transforms the legal and economic landscape.

Professor Pappoe’s scholarship reflects the mission of UDC Law: advancing justice, equity, and systemic change through bold legal thought and public impact. This important collaboration is helping shape the future of legal advocacy in the digital age and positioning UDC Law at the forefront of conversations redefining fairness, accountability, and equity in technology and society.

Read the report here: https://civilrights.org/resource/ai-in-the-racial-wealth-gap-executive-summary/

05/13/2026

Join us tomorrow at the UDC Student Center in Heritage Hall for our Legal Clinic open to the DC community. Learn about your criminal records relief options and whether you're eligible for record sealing or expungement.

05/11/2026

Join us at the UDC Student Center in Heritage Hall for our Legal Clinic open to the DC community. Learn about your criminal records relief options and whether you're eligible for record sealing or expungement.

05/11/2026

We are incredibly proud of the remarkable graduates of the UDC David A. Clarke School of Law Class of 2026. Your resilience, dedication, and commitment to justice have brought you to this extraordinary milestone, and the entire UDC Law community celebrates all that you have accomplished.

Relive the powerful moments from the Hooding Ceremony and celebrate the next generation of advocates, changemakers, and leaders by watching the ceremony now on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/AmNOR1f49ow?si=WCzSbFvSqqHvrhBD&t=753

Congratulations Class of 2026. The future of justice is brighter because of you.

The 31st Hooding Ceremony for the David A. Clarke Law School streamed from the Theater of the Arts on the University of the District of Columbia campus

05/02/2026

UDC Law is proud to celebrate Assistant Professor Qudsiya Naqui on the publication of her powerful white paper, Mapping Disabled Justice: Empirical Research Towards a People-Centered Approach. Featured in Global Perspectives on People-Centered Justice: Exploring the Evidence, her work highlights how justice systems can better serve people with disabilities by centering lived experiences and advancing data-driven, inclusive solutions. Read the full publication here: https://www.americanbarfoundation.org/global-perspectives-on-people-centered-justice-exploring-the-evidence/

05/01/2026

UDC Law is extremely proud of Professor Tillman.

Assistant Professor Sakinah Tillman’s research helped shape Maryland’s HB1149, a tax reform law that makes the system more transparent and creates fairer repayment options for taxpayers, particularly those facing financial challenges.

Her work reflects the heart of UDC Law’s mission; using legal knowledge to promote justice and create meaningful change in our communities.