Elisabeth Haub School of Law’s BLSA Team Shines with Top Finish at Constance Baker Motley Mock Trial Competition

Boston, MA — Demonstrating exceptional legal acumen and strategic prowess, the Black Law Students Association (BLSA) Mock Trial Team from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University clinched a top two position at the 2024–2025 Constance Baker Motley Mock Trial Competition. This competitive event was part of the 57th Annual Northeast Black Law Students Association (NEBLSA) Regional Convention, emphasizing the strength and capabilities of the participating teams from across the Northeast. Over four grueling days, the team from Haub Law, consisting of students Julie Bazile (2L), Jason Lee (4L Flex), Andrew Pierre (3L), … Read more

Lawsuit Claims Severe Racial Harassment at Prestigious California School, Including Mock Slave Auctions and Threats

Westlake Village, Calif. — A lawsuit has been filed against Oaks Christian School in Los Angeles County, alleging that students at this private educational establishment engaged in racially discriminatory behavior towards a Black student. The affluent school, known for its celebrity alumni and state-of-the-art facilities, is now under scrutiny for purported actions including a mock slave auction, racial harassment, and threats of violence against the student, identified only as John Doe in court documents. The allegations in the lawsuit describe distressing episodes where students used a mobile application emitting whipping sounds as the Black student … Read more