UHM Richardson Black Law Students Association

The UHM Richardson Black Law Students Association is a student organization at the University of Hawaii - Manoa's William S. Richardson School of Law, located in Honolulu, HI. As part of one of the nation's most distinguished law schools, this association serves law students pursuing excellence in legal practice and related careers that advance justice and the rule of law.

The William S. Richardson School of Law, where this organization operates, is recognized nationally for its strength in several key practice areas including Environmental Law, Native Hawaiian Law, Pacific-Asian Legal Studies, and International Comparative Law. The law school maintains ABA accreditation and has been a member of the Association of American Law Schools since 1989, demonstrating its commitment to academic excellence and professional standards.

Students at Richardson benefit from a collaborative, multicultural learning environment that challenges them to grow professionally and intellectually through a rich and comprehensive curriculum. The school's faculty includes 18 UH Regents Medalists for Excellence in Teaching and recipients of the Society of American Law Teachers Great Teacher Awards, ensuring students receive instruction from accomplished educators.

The Black Law Students Association provides community and support within this dynamic legal education setting in Honolulu. Members engage with a law school that embraces Hawaii's diversity and values while recognizing special responsibilities to the state and Pacific region. The organization connects students with peers and mentors within Richardson's vibrant student body, which includes both full-time in-person and part-time online JD students preparing to become the next generation of ethical legal leaders.