Professor Kennedy conducted an insightful interview with Professor Daniel Kiel, a distinguished law professor at the University of Memphis and author of the book “The Transition: Interpreting Justice from Thurgood Marshall to Clarence Thomas.” This literary work seamlessly blends historical narratives, legal analysis, and literary elements, comprehensively exploring the Supreme Court justices’ perspectives on educational inequalities and racial disparities—issues Professor Kiel has dedicated his career to addressing. Notably, Professor Kiel directed the acclaimed documentary “The Memphis 13,” shedding light on students’ groundbreaking efforts during the segregation era in Memphis. For further exploration, you can access the book and the documentary through the links below.
The Transition: Interpreting Justice from Thurgood Marshall to Clarence Thomas: https://eastapt.wixsite.com/daniel-kiel
The Memphis 13: http://www.thememphis13.com/
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Learn more about Daniel Kiel and Deseriee Kennedy.
Professor Daniel Kiel is a professor of law at the University of Memphis, where he teaches Property, Constitutional Law, and Education & Civil Rights, and has earned the University’s Distinguished Teaching Award in 2017. His scholarly focus delves into the inequities within the education system, particularly racial disparities, and constitutional considerations of citizenship and justice. Renowned for his work on school desegregation, he directed the award-winning documentary, “The Memphis 13,” spotlighting the pioneering students in Memphis. Author of “The Transition: Interpreting Justice from Thurgood Marshall to Clarence Thomas” (2023) and contributor to various journals and media outlets, including the Washington Post and USA Today, Prof. Kiel received a Fulbright Fellowship in 2015 for research on educational disparities in South Africa. His impactful contributions extend beyond academia, with active involvement in school district mergers and leadership roles in organizations like Facing History and Ourselves and Just City, showcasing his commitment to justice, education, and societal change.
Professor Deseriee Kennedy, a seasoned member of the Touro Law Center faculty since 2007, brings a wealth of expertise to civil procedure, family law, domestic violence, and health law. With a robust academic background, she previously taught at the University of Tennessee College of Law for 12 years, covering an array of subjects. Before transitioning to academia, Professor Kennedy excelled as a commercial litigator and served as an Assistant City Solicitor in Philadelphia and a private firm in Los Angeles. Her commitment to justice is evident in her work on children’s rights cases, death penalty appeals, and volunteering with the Independent Commission on the Los Angeles Police Department. A co-author of the influential New York Domestic Violence Law treatise, Professor Kennedy’s impactful scholarship spans prestigious journals and contributions to noteworthy books, showcasing her dedication to legal education and societal issues.
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