President's Welcome

Welcome to the Black Law Students' Association at Northwestern Law!

“Collaboration and Elevation,” is the theme BLSA has harnessed as we embark on a year of dynamic events. We are absolutely enthused about fostering and continuing to strengthen ties within the Northwestern Law and the Greater Chicago community. Realizing true strength is in numbers, we believe that fortifying our coalition building endeavors, along with enhancing our academic enrichment activities, and community service will take our organization to new grounds!

The year will certainly prove to be busy and challenging -- however, our membership and executive board, including Derrick Everett – Vice President, Jamie Cooper – Secretary, and Cherice Hopkins – Treasurer, are highly dedicated to continuing the BLSA tradition of programming excellence.

As part of our programming this year, we are continuing many of the activities that have made Northwestern BLSA an integral part of the law school campus. As in past years, our marquee event will be our Black History Month activities. Throughout the entire month of February, BLSA will host a series of social events, panels, and discussions on a range of topics that affect the black community.  Community Service remains an integral part of our mission and we will continue to host Opportunity Tours and sponsor the Joyce A. Hughes writing competition for area high school students.

Additionally, we will continue to provide programming that assists our 1L’s with the transition to law school and participate in national BLSA activities. To build relationships with Northwestern BLSA alumni we will host an Alumni Celebration and honor an alum that has made significant achievements within the legal community. Also, we will foster stronger ties within our own community by continuing to partner with an array of student groups on campus.

I invite you to explore our entire website to learn more about Northwestern BLSA.  Furthermore, we welcome you to join us and participate in our programming efforts.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,  

Kenneth K. Mallory
President
NU BLSA