Shawn D. Vance

Shawn D. Vance serves as Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Associate Professor of Law at Southern University Law Center, holding the Justice Revius O. Ortique, Jr. Endowed Professorship. Appointed to his current administrative role in 2019 after serving as Associate Vice Chancellor of Academic Support, he has been with SULC since 2000 and teaches Civil Law Property, Sale & Lease, Employment Discrimination, and Louisiana Bar Exam preparation courses.

His academic credentials include:

• B.S. in Chemistry from Southern University A&M College
• J.D. from Southern University Law Center
• LL.M in Labor and Employment Law from Georgetown University Law Center

Professor Vance's scholarly work centers on Employment Discrimination and Employment Law with specialized focus on Title VI Claims in Farm Programs, Louisiana Property Disputes, and Sale & Lease Law. His research bridges theoretical legal frameworks with practical applications in civil rights litigation and Louisiana civil law, reflected in scholarly articles proposing legislative reforms and challenging judicial interpretations. He maintains an active legal practice representing both employers and employees with an exceptional success rate.

No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials.

As Faculty Representative on the Louisiana Supreme Court's Committee on Bar Admissions and former head of Academic Support programs, Vance shapes bar preparation curriculum and advises students through institutional channels. His USDA experience managing law intern programs and current private practice provide real-world context for student mentorship in employment law litigation.

Professor Vance conducts nationwide employment law training for federal agencies and major Louisiana employers, drafts corporate policies, and serves on the Louisiana Resource Center for Educators Board. His dual expertise in academic administration and high-stakes litigation uniquely positions him at the intersection of legal education and professional practice.