What does it take to lead with excellence across the military, the law, and higher education? On this episode of Making Black History Today, Dean Felecia Epps—Marine Corps Major, legal advocate, and Dean of the UNT Dallas College of Law—shares her powerful journey of service, leadership, and vision for the future of justice.

Dean Epps discusses how her experience as a Marine Major shaped her legal career, how the Great Migration influenced her family’s path, and why access, equity, and representation remain urgent priorities in today’s legal landscape. She also offers an expert perspective on how AI is reshaping law schools, legal practice, and the future of the justice system.

This episode highlights courage, discipline, and purpose through the story of a leader preparing the next generation of attorneys to meet the moment.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
• How military service and Marine leadership principles shaped her legal career
• The lasting impact of the Great Migration on her family’s pursuit of justice
• A forward-looking discussion on AI’s influence on law and legal education
• Why equity, access, and representation in law remain critical
• How Dean Epps is shaping the future of UNT Dallas College of Law

Key Moments:
7:29 – Great Migration and its impact
32:34 – How AI is shaping the future of law
45:28 – The “Tennis Shoe” story and its lesson on humility
52:23 – How many Black women have been Marine Majors?
1:12:34 – What “Making Black History Today” means to you

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