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Student Organizations

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Student organizations are a great way to connect with fellow students with similar interests, learn about a substantive area of law, and serve the community around you. All student organizations are open to all students.


Baylor Law School Student Organizations

The Student Bar Association (SBA) represents the entire student body and provides a collective voice for students as the law school’s student government. Every Baylor Law student is a member of SBA, and student fees of $2.25 per hour per quarter go to fund all that SBA does for the student body. Elected by the students, the SBA officers, among other things, act as liaisons between the student body and law school administration, plan and host events to promote community, support and promote the Law School’s student organizations, and create and sell law school merchandise. 

  • Student Bar Association Constitution
  • Student Bar Association Election Code

  

  • Summer 2026 / Fall 2026
     

  • OFFICERS
    • Executive President: Laurel Nalls
    • Executive Vice President: Jose Portela III
    • Executive Secretary: Alexis Peck
    • Executive Vice President of Finance: Hadley Smith
    • Executive Vice President of Relations: Matias Mauviel
    • Executive Vice President of Administrative Affairs:  Matthew Brigman
    • 3L President: Asa Henson
    • 3L Vice President: Devin Kircher
    • 3L Secretary: Josh Wagner
    • 2L President: Carl Stengel
    • 2L Vice President: Hannah Arends
    • 2L Secretary: Anne Sparks
    • 1L President: Victoria Sosa
    • 1L Vice President: Ruthie Roberts
    • 1L Secretary: Candie Wang
    • Texas State Bar Senior Representative: Allyson Kennedy
    • Texas State Bar Junior Representative: TBD
    • American Bar Association Senior Representative: Sami Brown
    • American Bar Association Junior Representative: TBD
    • Texas Lawyers' Assistance Program Liaison: Kaylie Moczygemba
    • Student Relations Committee Chair: Mari Sanchez
       
  • FACULTY ADVISOR
    • Katherine Sims, Director of Student Affairs
       
  • SBA Activities
    • Barristers’ Ball
    • Baylor Law Apparel
    • Back to School Bash
    • Faculty Activity Auction Fundraiser for Bell’s Hill Elementary School
    • First-Quarter Law Buddies
    • Food for Finals
    • Intramurals
    • Student Organization Fairs
    • Socials
    • Town Hall Meetings

Administrative law directly impacts every other type of major practice area! Baylor Administrative Law Society has been formed to further educate and prepare students for working within administrative law. Our goal is to meet industry and government leaders to understand the world from an administrative law perspective and create a network across our fields of interest.

This organization is not currently active. Please contact Katherine Sims if you would like to get involved. 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Walt Shelton

The American Constitution Society for Law and Policy is a progressive legal organization. The group’s stated mission is to “promote the vitality of the U.S. Constitution and the fundamental values it expresses: individual rights and liberties, genuine equality, access to justice, democracy, and the rule of law."

  • Co-Presidents: Will Tucker and Cristy Lopez
  • Vice President: Malavika Ranjit
  • Program Coordinator: Katie Stepek
  • Treasurer: Leo Lee
  • Secretary: Layton West
  • 1L Representative: Joseph Harrison
  • Social Media Officer: Kim Chapel

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Rachel Kincaid

The Artificial Intelligence and Law Society at Baylor Law endeavors to educate members on the ethical, practical, and responsible use of artificial intelligence tools in the practice of law; To connect students with professionals utilizing AI in legal, technical, academic, or regulatory disciplines; To prepare members for emerging AI-driven transformations across legal research, litigation strategy, compliance, transactional work, and policy; To promote community and professional development through workshops, speaker events, mentorship, and hands‑on demonstrations of AI tools; and To encourage dialogue regarding the societal, ethical, and jurisprudential impacts of artificial intelligence.

  • President: Michael Fradenburg
  • Vice President: Gregory Clements
  • Treasurer: Stone Thornhill
  • Secretary: Luke Woodruff
  • Director of AI & Criminal Justice Applications: Adam Densmore

 

  • Faculty Advisor: Matt Cordon

The Asian American Law Student Association represents the interests of Asian law students by providing advocacy, support, and networking opportunities while serving as a social, cultural, and academic resource to Baylor Law students. AALSA also aims to give back to the Waco community by volunteering and participating in BPILS’ Annual Adoption Day.

OFFICERS

  • President: Antoine Fontillas
  • Vice President: Anu Pillai

 

FACULTY ADVISORS

  • Professor Laura Hernandez
  • Professor Stephanie Tang

 

The Baylor Business Law Society’s purpose is to connect business law-oriented students with each other, with attorneys practicing in the field, and with other business professionals. The organization already has preliminary support from the State Bar of Texas Business Law Section and from practicing attorneys across the state. One vision for the organization is to sponsor events in connection with the State Bar that bring awareness of transactional law practice that Baylor Law students may not ordinarily be exposed to. Additionally, the Business Law Society plans on sponsoring networking events with our peers and with professionals and attorneys.

OFFICERS

  • President: Nicolas Meehan 
  • Vice President: Noah Valsecchi
  • Secretary: Kaleb Blackburn 
  • Treasurer: Matthew Brigman
  • Social Media Officer: Luis Garza 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Michael Smith 

The objectives of the Baylor Environmental and Natural Resource Law Society include promoting student education in the field of environmental and natural resource law; hosting meetings, forums, and other programs to accomplish our first objective; coordinating with the Environmental and Natural Resources Law Section of the State Bar of Texas in its support of environmental legal education at Baylor; and coordinating with faculty advisors and faculty instructing relevant environmental and natural resource law courses. Membership is open to all students.

OFFICERS

  • Co-President: Jax Mahlstadt
  • Co-President: Maryann Heffley
  • Vice-President: John Burdick-Rutz
  • Secretary: Gia Lewis
  • Treasurer: Addison Wallace

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Walt Shelton

The Baylor Labor and Employment Law Society exists to grow the community of Baylor Law students who wish to practice labor and employment law and to connect students with professionals in the labor and employment industry.

This organization is not currently active. Please contact Katherine Sims if you would like to get involved. 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Dean Patricia Wilson

Baylor Law HEAL is an organization dedicated to advocating for victim-survivors in the legal system. HEAL stands for Help, Educate, Advocate, and Learn. Our goal is to Help victim-survivors through the legal system; Educate members and students on how to properly treat victim-survivors; Advocate for victim-survivors and for change in the legal process; and Learn from victim-survivors how the process can be made safer.

OFFICERS

  • President: Maryann Heffley
  • Vice President: Shelby Trudeau
  • Secretary: Rachel Spacek
  • Treasurer: Reed Busler
  • Charitable Director: Grace Neale
  • Co-1L Liaison: Regan Ruffner
  • Co-1L Liaison:  Kaylie Moczygemba

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Jessica Asbridge

 

The Baylor University School of Law Neurodivergence and Disability Alliance aims to connect students with professionals serving disabled and neurodivergent individuals, including practicing attorneys, educators, and medical professionals, to inform the public of important legal issues faced by disabled and neurodivergent individuals in our community while also educating law students about new and relevant laws that will affect their future practice; to promote welfare in the community through activities such as public awareness seminars, community service projects, and charitable events; and to facilitate discussions about the experience of dealing with disability and/or neurodivergence in both law school and the practice of law.  

OFFICERS

This organization is seeking new leadership.

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Rachel Kincaid

Baylor Law Real Estate and Construction Organization exists to serve as a forum for connecting students with professionals and other students who practice or wish to practice in the real estate or construction industry; to educate law students about new and relevant laws that will affect their future practice area; to foster the continued interest of the real estate and construction industry within the Baylor Law School community; and to facilitate discussions about becoming a real estate or construction attorney post-graduation.

OFFICERS

  • President: Margo Rogers
  • Vice President: Rilee Bennett
  • Treasurer: Mikayla Perkins
  • Secretary: Tate Burchfield
  • Education Coordinator: Noah Valsecchi
  • 1L Liaison: Grace Graham

 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Kayla Landeros

The Baylor Law Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) is dedicated to protecting the lives of animals and advancing their interests through the legal system. To advance these goals, SALDF works to improve the lives of animals in Texas through volunteer work, fundraising, and support for trap-neuter-return programs. SALDF also seeks to educate law students and the surrounding community about forms of institutionalized animal abuse. SALDF is affiliated with the Animal Legal Defense Fund.

OFFICERS

  • Co-President: Allie Barnett
  • Co-President: Windsor Mundy
  • Co-President: Ann Thurmond
  • Secretary: Kelsey Crowe
  • Treasurer: Reed Busler

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Laura Hernández

The Baylor Law Student Ambassadors are liaisons for prospective students, visitors, and guests. They typically serve as Baylor Law School representatives at special events, provide tours for guests, take visitors to classes, call newly admitted students, and serve on panels and small groups for open houses, premier day, and orientation. 

  • Baylor Law Student Ambassadors Constitution

OFFICERS

  • President: Tom Malaspina
  • Vice-President: Austin Lau

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Director Michael Bracelin

The Baylor Law Students Plaintiffs’ Law Association (BPLA), serving the Baylor University School of Law, is committed to supporting students with an interest in plaintiff-side litigation. BPLA encourages students to explore careers representing the interests of victims, advocating for consumers’ rights and equal access to justice, and ensuring that any person who is injured by the misconduct or negligence of others can obtain justice in America’s courtrooms, even when taking on the most powerful interests. The group hopes to provide meaningful exposure to plaintiff-side careers and to change students’ perceptions of plaintiff-side attorneys.

 

OFFICERS

  • President: Corbin Winward
  • Vice President: Roderick Wilson
  • Treasurer: Jethro Gordon
  • Communications Chair: Miguel Ruiz 
  • Membership Chair/1L Representative: Anu Pillai 
  • Alumni Relations Chair: Kaylie Moczygemba

 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Anthony Bruster

The Baylor Public Interest Legal Society is a service-oriented organization that exists to serve Baylor Law and the Waco community in facilitating the involvement of students in public interest institutions and programs. The Society coordinates and encourages the efforts of students, faculty, and administration in promoting public interest issues on campus and in the community. The Society also assists students in obtaining internships, field placements, and employment in public interest fields in coordination with Baylor Law’s faculty and administration.

OFFICERS

  • President: Elexis Wiebe
  • Vice President: Gianna Butler
  • Secretary: Alexis Peck
  • Public Interest Career & Events Liaison: Vivek George 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Bridget Fuselier

The Baylor University School of Law First-Generation Student Organization aims to create a community for first-generation law students attending Baylor Law School; to provide opportunities for professional development, networking, and training specifically geared toward first-generation students; and to promote mentorship between first-generation faculty and staff and first-generation students.

OFFICERS

  • Co-President: Curtis Hilton
  • Co-President: Giavanni Lewis

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Kristine Bridges, Assistant Dean of Career Development

The Baylor University School of Law Ping Pong Law Society was created to provide a time and place for students at Baylor Law School to destress, learn to play ping pong, and connect with fellow students.

This organization is not currently active. Please contact Katherine Sims if you would like to get involved. 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Chris Jaeger 

The Black Law Student Association (BLSA) is a subgroup of Diversity in Law. As exemplified by our motto –  strength in unity – BLSA aims to promote solidarity among its members by establishing a good fellowship environment; providing collective resources to encourage academic excellence and professional development; creating opportunities to network, fundraise, and volunteer to positively impact the community; and empowering members to become effective lawyers and leaders.

OFFICERS

  • President: Eric Singleton
  • Vice President/Secretary: Malaika John
  • Treasurer/Social Media: Victoria Harris

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Assistant Dean Nikkee Espree

 

The Christian Legal Society is an organization composed of current Baylor law students. This organization's primary goals are to provide an opportunity for fellowship among Christians within the Law School community and to be a source of encouragement and support for those who need it. All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend.

OFFICERS

  • President: Daniel Frampton
  • Vice-President: Adam Densmore
  • Secretary: Anne Sparks
  • Treasurer: Pemberly Farmer 
  • Director of Biblical Studies:  Clay Dominy
  • Director of Missions: Victoria Sosa 
  • Summer Devotional Leader: Cagan Baldree

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Brandon Quarles

 

The purposes of the Criminal Law Society are to increase exploration and dialogue in the field of criminal law; to create opportunities for students who are interested in criminal law by hosting speakers, providing career development and networking opportunities, advocating for necessary reform, and engaging in community service; and to promote welfare in the community through activities such as public awareness seminars and community service projects. The Criminal Law Society will host events throughout the year, bringing practitioners, academics, judges, and policymakers to campus. 

OFFICERS

  • Co-President: Katelyn Stevens
  • Co-President: Chloe Solis
  • Vice President: Jordan Howell
  • Marketing Coordinator: Regan Ruffner
  • Secretary: Hope Arredondo
  • Social Chair:  Will Tucker
  • Treasurer:  Grace Garlinghouse
  • 1L Liaison:   Victoria Sosa 

 

FACULTY ADVISORS

  • Professor Richard Alpert
  • Beth Toben, Limestone County District Attorney’s Office

 

The Diversity in Law Association exists to serve as a professional organization, support system, and social club for minority law students. It maintains contact with various national organizations such as the Hispanic National Bar Association, the Black Law Student Association, and the Asian Law Society, but our local group works as a united organization for issues and concerns of minority students. Membership is open to all students.

OFFICERS

  • President: Aliyah Khan
  • Vice President: Ahri Swati
  • Treasurer: Moeez Afzal
  • Secretary: Rohan Vazir
  • 1L Representative: Vivek George
  • Social Media Manager: Sally Ayass 

FACULTY ADVISORS

  • Associate Dean Patricia Wilson
  • Professor Laura Hernandez

The Baylor Law Federalist Society is a group of law students united by moderate, conservative, and libertarian philosophies on law and government. Philosophically, we are a non-partisan organization dedicated to the principles that the state exists to preserve liberty, that the separation of governmental powers is central to our Constitution, and that it is emphatically the province and duty of the judiciary to say what the law is, not what it should be. Every year, we bring in prominent scholars, judges, practitioners, and politicians to meet with members and speak on various constitutional and legal issues.

OFFICERS

  • President: Hannah Arends
  • Vice President: Matias Mauviel
  • Treasurer: Chase Bufkin
  • Social Media Coordinator: Gerald Jones
  • Alumni Relations Coordinator: Hadley Smith
  • 1L Representative: : Christian Gamer

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Jenny Branson, Assistant Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid

 

The Harvey M. Richey Moot Court Society conducts bi-annual intramural competitions, one in the fall and one in the spring. All students who are enrolled in LARC 3: Persuasive Communications are required to participate. The competition problem is the one used for the brief-writing requirement in the LARC 3 class. The competitions are also open to other interested students. The participants work in teams of two to prepare and present oral arguments to panels of judges. All competitors who advance to the out rounds or are recognized with a speaker award become members of the Baylor Barrister Society.

OFFICERS

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Mike Berry

 

Hispanic American Law Student Association (HALSA) is a subgroup of Diversity in Law. The purposes of HALSA shall be to articulate and promote the professional needs and goals of Hispanic law students by utilizing the collective resources of the law school and the legal community; to focus upon the relationship of the Hispanic attorney to the American structure; to instill in the Hispanic law student a greater awareness of commitment to the needs of the Hispanic-American community; to foster and encourage the advancement of Hispanic students in the pursuit of law; and to do all things necessary and lawful to accomplish these purposes.

To become a member, the interested party should contact the president or vice president of HALSA, who will be determined at the beginning of each spring quarter. 

OFFICERS

  • President: Mari Sanchez
  • Vice President: Mikayla Perkins 
  • Secretary: Sofia Almanzan 
  • Social Media Officer: Andrew Tawil  

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Laura Hernández

 

The purpose of the Intellectual Property Law Society is to increase discussion about the broad field of intellectual property law. IPLS aims to dispel misunderstandings about who may practice intellectual property law and create opportunities for students who are interested in intellectual property law by hosting speakers, holding informational meetings, organizing field trips, and providing career development programs. The Intellectual Property Law Society will host events throughout the year.

OFFICERS

  • President: Ben Burdick-Rutz
  • Vice President: Ellen Tillery
  • Treasurer: Christian Gamer
  • Secretary: Antoine Fontillas

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Connie Nichols

The JRCLS is guided by the philosophy, personal example, and values of its namesake, J. Reuben Clark, Jr., and seeks to promote the values of: 

  1. public service,
  2. loyalty to the rule of law, and
  3. appreciation for the religious dimension in society and in a law student’s personal life.

 

OFFICERS

  • President: Jethro Gordon
  • Vice President: Maren Mueller
  • Treasurer: Dallin Lindsay
  • Event Planner: Peter Geigle
  • Community Outreach Coordinator: Layton West

FACULTY ADVISORS

  • Professor Jessica Kincaid
  • Professor Rachel Kincaid

The LGBTQ+ Law Student Association is an inclusive student organization focused on creating and providing all students a welcoming, supportive, and safe educational experience. The Group strives to provide education on the legal issues that affect people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To achieve these goals, the Group provides opportunities for students to examine the intersection of sexual orientation, gender, and the law by providing a common meeting ground within the Law School to discuss matters of importance to LGBTQ+ students and their allies. Above all, the Group strives to create a caring, loving, and supportive community for all Baylor Law Students under the Baylor University Board of Regents Resolution on a Caring Community on May 14, 2021.

OFFICERS

  • President: Haley Frazer
  • Vice President: Cristy Lopez Aguilar
  • Secretary: Joshua Smith
  • Treasurer: Ashlyn Dodson

FACULTY ADVISORS

  • Professor Bridget Fuselier

 

The Baylor School of Law Texas Exes Society comprises present and former law students who are also former students of the University of Texas.

OFFICERS

  • President: Nicola Iannelli

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Katherine Sims, Director of Student Affairs

 

The Military & Veterans Legal Society was founded with three goals in mind. First, the Society aims to promote scholarly discussion of the military justice system, national security, veterans affairs, and other related topics affecting law students, legal professionals, and current, former, or prospective members of the armed forces of the United States of America. Secondly, the Society hopes to foster the professional development of its members by organizing military and civilian career panels, hosting topically relevant debates, coordinating physical fitness events, and building social ties between its members, the Baylor Law community, and the citizens of the greater Waco area. Finally, it strives to support current and former members of our armed forces through fundraisers and community service events.

OFFICERS

  • President: Casey Stege
  • Vice-President: Rick Champlain
  • Social Media/Student Outreach Coordinator: Tyler Bischoff

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Dyllan Taxman

 

The Mustang Bar Association comprises present and former law students who also attended Southern Methodist University. Its primary purpose is to serve as a club for all Mustangs to have a home away from the Hilltop, network with the DFW job market, and continue to Pony Up.

This organization is not currently active. Please contact Katherine Sims if you would like to get involved. 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Jenny Branson, Assistant Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid

The purpose of the Baylor Law School NALSA shall be to: articulate and promote the professional needs and goals of Native Law Students and their allies; foster and encourage professional competence; focus upon the relationship of the Native American Law Student, the Native American Attorney, and their allies to the American legal structure; instill in every attorney and Law Student a greater awareness and commitment to the needs of the Native American community; influence the legal community to bring about meaningful change to meet the needs of the Native American community; adopt and implement a policy of economic independence; encourage law students to pursue careers in the judiciary; and do all things necessary and appropriate to accomplish these purposes.

This organization is not currently active. Please contact Katherine Sims if you would like to get involved. 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Jenny Branson, Assistant Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid

 

Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International, is a professional fraternity composed of pre-law and law students, legal educators, attorneys, judges, and government officials. Phi Alpha Delta was founded on November 8, 1902, to promote professional competency and achievement within the legal profession. Today, P.A.D. is the world's largest law fraternity, with 206 law school chapters, 99 alumni chapters, and 316 Pre-Law chapters in the United States (including Puerto Rico), Canada, and Mexico.

This organization is not currently active. Please contact Katherine Sims if you would like to get involved. 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Bridget Fuselier

 

Connect students to learn Spanish legal terminology, practice conversational skills, and engage in community events that foster the practical application of Spanish skills.

This organization is not currently active. Please contact Katherine Sims if you would like to get involved. 

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Laura Hernández

 

As the sports and entertainment industries continue to grow in the twenty-first century, lawyers and the legal field must stay current with the latest trends and their potential impact on existing and emerging laws. This organization exists to provide a robust social networking tool for students, encourage them to discover their passions in sports and entertainment, and expand students’ knowledge of opportunities where the law can facilitate success in these fields.

OFFICERS

  • President: Piper Randolph

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Chris Jaeger

 

The Student Wellness Organization exists to raise awareness of the mental health and well-being of law students; furthermore, the Organization will promote healthy ways for students to cope with the stressors of law school by fostering dialogue among faculty, students, and the legal community.

OFFICERS

  • Co-President: Esha Loray
  • Co-President: Austin Lalomia
  • Vice President: Rachel Suk
  • Secretary: Ashley Morehouse
  • Treasurer: Savanna Walker
  • 1L Liaison: Ruthie Roberts

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Bridget Fuselier
  • Director of Student Affairs, Katherine Sims 

 

The Baylor Law Texas A&M Club comprises present and former law students who are also former students of Texas A&M University. The club enables Aggies to continue their Aggie traditions once they have moved further north up Highway 6. Activities include social get-togethers, A & M campus recruiting, maintaining contacts with Aggie lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals, and law school Muster. In addition, one of the club's primary goals is raising money to endow a scholarship in memory of Aggie and Dean Emeritus Angus S. McSwain, Jr. The scholarship will be awarded to a deserving Aggie at the Law School.

OFFICERS

  • President: Tyler Herndon

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Chris Jaeger

 

The Baylor Law Women’s Legal Society is dedicated to bringing the law school community together to provide a forum that supports women and empowers future female leaders through mentorship, philanthropy, and education.

OFFICERS

  • President: Cat McCurdy
  • Vice President: Kim Chapel
  • Treasurer: Malavika Ranjit
  • Secretary: Katie Stepek
  • Public Relations Officer: Grace Schulz

FACULTY ADVISOR

  • Professor Leah Jackson Teague

 

Additional Student Organization Information

Please click here to access the Student Organization Handbook.

 

Visit ASTRA to see the law school events calendar. The calendar contains classes, organization meetings, special events, speaker events, and non-classroom reservations. If you would like to add a student organization meeting or event to the calendar, please contact Terri Kroll and copy  Katherine Sims. 

If you would like to include an announcement in the weekly student announcements email, you must submit it (with the exact heading and wording you want to appear in the email) to Terri Kroll by noon on the Friday preceding the Monday when you would like the announcement to be sent.

You must also copy Katherine Sims and the SBA Executive Secretary on the email. Failure to comply with this procedure may preclude your announcement from being included in Monday’s email. You may petition for a late/non-conforming submission to be included or sent in a separate email by sending Katherine Sims an email showing good cause for the late or non-conforming submission.

 

Baylor Law is committed to bringing engaging speakers with positive, constructive, responsible, ethical, and professional viewpoints to share in a venue marked by civility, factual accuracy, open-mindedness, and mutual respect. Baylor Law has a robust schedule of programming each quarter. In addition to Professional Development Program ("PDP") events, student organizations frequently schedule events to provide additional learning and networking opportunities to Baylor Law students.

To keep our calendar and events coordinated, all student organizations requesting to events must submit the Event and Speaker Approval Form and follow all speaker and event policies and procedures in the Student Organization Handbook. Organizations are encouraged to collaborate on events when possible. 

If you are interested in starting a student organization, please reach out to  Katherine Sims for information about starting a new student organization at Baylor Law School. Katherine will walk you through the process of forming a new organization, which includes creating a constitution, developing the inaugural board, being approved by the Student Bar Association, and obtaining 25 Baylor Law School student signatures.

If you have an interest in creating a student organization and want to test the waters first, you can visit with Katherine Sims about the process of forming an interest group. Interest groups work with faculty members with related expertise to discuss issues and host events for interested students.

Interest groups can host events by partnering with existing student organizations and their faculty sponsors.

If you would like a digital announcement on the monitors located throughout the Law Center, please email Ed Nelson with the exact heading and wording of the information at least one week before the day when you would like the monitor image to appear. Messaging is subject to editing to meet Baylor and Baylor Law School branding requirements.

 

If you need to purchase items or food for an event or for your organization generally, please contact Katherine Sims and Terri Kroll first. 

 

Be sure to e-mail Katherine Sims and Terri Kroll each time your organization elects new officers. Officers, please familiarize yourselves with all policies and procedures in the Student Organization Handbook. 

Please review the Student Organization Handbook for information on funding your organization. Dues, fundraisers, and obtaining funds from the Student Bar Association are all options. Please feel free to discuss your options with Katherine Sims and with your faculty advisor. 

To make a room reservation, contact Terri Kroll and copy Katherine Sims. 

 

If you would like to set up a table for your organization on the first floor of the Law Center, please see Terri Kroll on the 3rd floor to sign the table out and get the keys.

 

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