All Student Organizations and Journals

Progressive Jewish Law Society

The Progressive Jewish Law Society (PJLS) exists to provide a home and a voice for Jewish law students who hold progressive values, rooted in the rich history and tradition of Jewish engagement in movements for social justice, labor rights, LGBTQ+ equality, women’s rights, racial justice, and human rights in Israel/Palestine. PJLS aims to build Jewish community and interfaith connections through social, holiday, and academic events; to be a home for progressive Jewish students at Columbia Law School; and to provide support to each other and to all of our peers.

Contact: [email protected]

Queer and Trans People of Color (QTPOC)

Queer and Trans People of Color (QTPOC) serves as a safe space and an empowerment resource for QTPOC and QTPOC allies at Columbia Law School. This group recognizes that identity is intersectional and creates spaces where folks can embrace and celebrate gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as racial and ethnic backgrounds.

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Society for Chinese Law (SCL)

The Society for Chinese Law is for students interested in Chinese legal development, U.S.-China relations, and legal practice in China. Society events provide a great way to meet scholars and practitioners in the field of Chinese law. They are also excellent opportunities for students to network with others hailing from around the world with similar passion in China and those who have a great diversity of experiences working in or with China.

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Society for Korean Legal Studies (SKLS)

The Society for Korean Legal Studies (SKLS) is an organization for those in the community interested in Korea, organizing career, social, and academic events related to Korea and Korean interests. SKLS also aims to promote the study of Korean law and legal institutions.

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South Asian Law Students Association (SALSA)

The South Asian Law Students Association (SALSA) promotes discussion and awareness of issues affecting South Asians, particularly with respect to the law. We also strive to create a sense of community among students of South Asian heritage as well as those interested in South Asia by organizing numerous social, cultural, educational, and professional events throughout the year.

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Taiwanese Law and Culture Club (TLCC)

Taiwanese Law and Culture Club (TLCC) is a community of students interested in Taiwanese legal and cultural issues. We host panels, social events, and networking opportunities every semester. Students of all backgrounds are welcome to join!

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The Italian Society

Italian legal tradition and culture, and comparative studies between US and Italian Law, does generate significant interest, including within the CLS community. The Italian Society caters to that interest, as well as to that in current Italian legal, political, and economic affairs, in particular by organizing and promoting academic, professional and social events within CLS.

Furthermore, the Italian Society wants to be a point of reference both for those CLS students (J.D., LL.M. and exchange alike) identifying with an Italian background and for those who would like to know more about what it stands for. In order to do so, the Italian Society organizes mentoring activities for new students, cultivates a network of Italian alumni and assists its members seeking or considering to undertake professional or academic experiences in Italy.

Contact: [email protected]