MU Black Law Students Association

The MU Black Law Students Association is a vibrant student organization at the University of Missouri School of Law in Columbia, MO, dedicated to fostering community, professional development, and academic excellence among Black law students. As part of Mizzou Law's commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization plays a vital role in the law school's mission to create an intellectually rigorous and collegial environment where students with diverse experiences and perspectives thrive.

Mizzou Law, consistently ranked among the nation's top law schools by U.S. News & World Report, emphasizes practical legal education through four clinics, dual degree programs, and certificate offerings. The Black Law Students Association complements this comprehensive legal training by providing members with networking opportunities, mentorship, and professional advancement support. Students benefit from participation in advocacy competitions, study abroad experiences, and countless events that strengthen their legal foundation while building lifetime professional relationships.

Located in Columbia, Missouri, the association is part of a law school culture that values people over all else, where students describe the academic atmosphere as challenging yet focused on learning rather than competition. With six of the seven judges on the Missouri Supreme Court as Mizzou Law alumni, along with dozens of politicians and hundreds of corporate and legal leaders, the school demonstrates its commitment to graduating well-rounded lawyers prepared to serve clients and lead in promoting justice. The Black Law Students Association ensures that Black students are fully integrated into this legacy of excellence and professional achievement, providing essential support and community connection throughout their legal education.