Vanderbilt Law Hosts Inaugural AI Governance Symposium to Tackle Accountability and Policy Challenges
Vanderbilt Law hosts its first AI Governance Symposium on October 21, 2025, featuring experts from law, tech, and government. Topics include AI accountability, policy, and education.
Vanderbilt Law Launches First AI Governance Symposium
Vanderbilt Law School will host its inaugural AI Governance Symposium on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. The event takes place on campus and is organized by the Vanderbilt AI Law Lab (VAILL). It gathers leading figures from industry, academia, government, and legal practice to address critical topics around AI accountability, transparency, and governance.
Mark Williams, Co-Director of VAILL and Professor of the Practice of Law, emphasized the symposium’s broad relevance: “Whether you work in tech, academia, government, or legal practice, this event is essential for anyone dealing with AI and its societal impacts.”
What to Expect
The symposium features panel discussions with policymakers, practitioners, and academics. Key topics include:
- Frameworks for AI governance
- Environmental impacts of AI
- Recent developments in AI policy
- Strategies for teaching AI-related legal subjects
The day will conclude with a networking reception, offering attendees a chance to connect and discuss collaboration opportunities.
Organizers and Venue Details
The event is organized by Mark Williams, Sean Perryman (Adjunct Professor of Law), and Asad Ramzanali, Director of Artificial Intelligence & Technology Policy at the Vanderbilt Policy Accelerator.
Several lodging options are conveniently located near Vanderbilt’s campus, including:
- Aertson Midtown
- Graduate Hotel
- Loews Vanderbilt
- Marriott Vanderbilt
- Hotel Fraye
- Virgin Nashville
- Courtyard Vanderbilt/West End
Registration and Additional Information
Legal professionals interested in attending can register through the official event page’s registration section. For updates on the schedule, logistics, and other details, refer to the main event page.
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