With more than 50 student organizations – spanning focuses from professional specialty to cultural identity and beyond – every ASU Law student has the opportunity to get involved and discover community.
Membership in Arizona State University student organizations is open to any and all ASU students enrolled in at least three (3) semester hours of University credit at ASU.
The National Lawyers Guild (NLG) was established in 1937 and was the nation's first racially integrated bar association. It has a rich 65-year history of helping people struggle for real democracy, for economic and social justice, and against oppression and discrimination. The NLG takes the position that neither democracy nor social justice is truly possible when there are vast disparities in individual and social wealth as exist today. As a grassroots organization, NLG will take whatever shape WE decide it should take. Everyone who joins will have a voice in how the group operates and what issues and activities it supports. Whether you are a novice or a veteran to the social action movement, there is a place for you in NLG at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at ASU.
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The Native American Law Students Association (NALSA) is committed to promoting unity and cooperation among Native American law students and law students generally as well as promoting the interest in legal issues surrounding the Native American experience. NALSA members also provide fellow student members with academic support and advice. The Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law chapter is an active chapter of the National Native American Law Students Association, which meets annually right here in the Phoenix area during the Federal Bar Association's Annual Indian Law Conference.
OUTLaw is a social and political organization dedicated to supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) law students at ASU. Our organization plans networking events with LGBT and LGBT-friendly attorneys and coordinates events addressing concerns of LGBT students in the job application process. OUTLaw also seeks to raise visibility of LGBT issues within the law school, the university at large, and the greater Phoenix legal community.
OUTLaw involves law students in the national LGBT movement by encouraging political activism (writing/calling senators and representatives in support of or to voice concern about current legislation), supporting discussions of social change (such as participating in National Coming Out Day and the Day of Silence), and keeping students apprised of major case decisions and changes in laws affecting LGBT individuals. We are an organization open to anyone wishing to discuss issues relating to sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, and while we seek to provide a safe space, we welcome and encourage allies to participate.
Run Club at ASU Law (RCAL) is a student-led organization at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law committed to promoting health, connection, and community through movement. Our mission is to foster an inclusive, wellness-centered culture among law students, professors, faculty, alumni and the broader legal community. We aim to reduce stress, support mental and physical well-being and provide a consistent, judgment-free space to connect outside the classroom.
RCAL organizes weekly and biweekly group runs open to all paces—whether walking, jogging or running—and hosts curated events such as finals week de-stress runs, themed runs, networking jogs and coffee meetups. We welcome sponsorship donations and are open to partner with leading fitness brands to offer shoe demo events, race ticket giveaways and gear collaborations.
Our leadership team includes certified group fitness personal trainers, competitive runners and passionate law students who believe wellness, academic excellence and networking can go hand-in-hand. All active members are students enrolled at ASU Law, though we welcome guests and collaborators at weekly runs.
Whether you’re training for a race, building your mental stamina or just looking for a casual way to connect—RCAL is your space to move, breathe and belong.
President: Jake Oldham
VP of Operations: Natalie Lewis
VP of Finance: Carter Rodriguez
Co-VP of Marketing & Branding: Kyle Wandel
Co-VP of Marketing & Branding: Olive Lathem-Hill
Pacer: Hannah Nolton
Pacer: Abby Schuh
Pacer: Rachael Haugen
Pacer: Drew Meester
The Sports Law and Business Program Student Organization (SLB) is an extension of the SLB Program here at ASU.
The Sports Law and Business Program Student Organization (SLB) is an extension of the SLB Program here at ASU. It is the only organization that combines the Masters students with the JD students obtaining a SLB focus and is necessary for the extra-curricular aspect of the Sports Law and Business Program.
Executive Director of Business Relations: Nicole Salars
Faculty Advisor: Don Gibson
The St. Thomas More Law Student Society fosters the full Integration of the Catholic faith into the daily practice of law. They provide law students opportunities to explore the Catholic faith. They connect like-minded law students with Catholic lawyers, professionals, and other mentors for purposes of fellowship, intellectual growth, and professional advancement.
The Student Bar Association (SBA), the student government for the College of Law, is an independent organization with voluntary membership and elected officers. It represents student interests and sponsors a speakers program, athletic and social events, and other activities. All law students are members.
The Trial Advocacy Student Group provides a forum for education, advocacy, and scholarship aimed at promoting the various Trial Advocacy programs available through the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University and providing information and resources for students interested in trial practice.
The activities of the Trial Advocacy Student Group include, but are not limited to the following: Hosting speakers, debates, and conferences on current issues in trial practice; carrying out research projects for lawyers and organizations related to trial practice; networking with students at other law schools, colleges, universities, and high schools; and conducting educational events such as information tables and video screenings on pertinent issues related to trial practice.
In 1989, students and attorneys who were concerned about the lack of legal services accessible to the homeless established the Arizona State University College of Law Unhoused Legal Assistance Project (ULAP). The project started with one homeless facility in the community, and it gradually expanded to meet the Valley's growing needs. Today, our volunteers visit five facilities in the Phoenix area: CASS, UMOM, La Mesita, Victory Place, and EVMC.
The Unhoused Legal Assistance Project is a student-run organization. Law students and attorneys come together to help homeless individuals throughout the valley, access the legal assistance that they need. Students receive pro bono hours for their participation and gain unique experience by interacting with clients on a one-on-one basis, applying their academic knowledge to real-life situations, and learning first-hand about the local homelessness crisis. Attorney volunteers come from all sectors of the profession and bring with them a broad range of experience.
President: Jessica Barraza
Vice President External Affairs: Erika Santos
Vice President Internal Affairs: Joshua DeLaigle
Faculty Advisor: Ann Ching
The purpose of the Women Law Students Association (WLSA) is to promote the role of women in the legal profession, to help provide mutual support and encouragement to its members, and to engage in activities that enhance the role of women in society.
As one of the largest student organizations on campus, the Women Law Students Association works to achieve this goal by organizing two separate mentorship programs: a student-to-student mentorship program and an attorney-to-student mentorship program. WLSA also holds an annual silent auction to benefit a local non-profit with funds earmarked to assist with women’s legal issues within the community.
Throughout the year, WLSA hosts numerous events, including but not limited to:
