All Student Organizations and Journals

Law Students Against Antisemitism

Law Students Against Antisemitism (LSAA) is an inclusive, multifaith, multiethnic organization dedicated to combating bigotry against Jews. LSAA offers opportunities to learn about historic and contemporary forms of antisemitism and provides support to students experiencing antisemitism on campus. Members will have opportunities to connect through various educational and social events. We invite all interested students to join us in confronting and eliminating antisemitism on campus and beyond.

Contact: Marie-Alice Legrand [email protected]

Middle Eastern Law Students Association (MELSA)

Middle Eastern Law Students Association (MELSA) is an affinity group for students of Middle Eastern descent and all students who have an interest in Middle Eastern cultures, languages, and issues. It seeks to raise awareness and promote dialogue on a range of topics, including human rights, democratic transitions, gender issues, and the conflicts in the region. MELSA encourages students from all backgrounds and with all viewpoints to join.

Contact: [email protected]

Midwest Society

The Midwest Society of Columbia Law School is committed to creating a cozy community of unabashed lovers of the Midwest. United by friendliness, we are dedicated to fostering the social, intellectual, and professional development of the many Columbia Law School students and alumni with an interest in the Midwest.

Contact: [email protected]

Muslim Law Students Association (MLSA)

The Muslim Law Students Association connects Muslim students and allies, advocates for the particular needs of our community at the Law School, and provides relevant programming on justice-related issues affecting Muslims locally, nationally, and globally. We are a diverse group of law students from all walks of life and with varied professional interests. We hope to connect with you throughout your time at CLS and help make your law school experience one of mutual support, growth, and enjoyment.  

Contact: [email protected]

Native American Law Students Association (NALSA)

The Native American Law Students Association (NALSA) fosters academic support for Native American students and others interested in American Indian legal issues and provides a social and academic network for students interested in indigenous legal and cultural issues by increasing awareness of viewpoints, cultures, and governments across the world.

Contact: [email protected]

New England Law Students Association (NELSA)

Currently Inactive

The New England Law Students Association is an organization for students who hail from New England, plan to practice there after law school, or are otherwise interested in the region’s unique legal community. We sponsor a variety of professional and social events. Membership is open to everyone in the Columbia Law School community, regardless of your home state or Major League Baseball team allegiance.

Contact: [email protected]

NHK: Japanese Legal Studies Association

Nihon Houritsu Kenkyuukai, or the Japanese Legal Studies Association, serves the legal community by organizing social, cultural, and educational events related to Japan, as well as providing information on the many opportunities available at Columbia and in New York for people with Japanese interests. In addition, it strives to facilitate interaction between Japanese members of the Law School community and those interested in Japan or Japanese law.

Contact: [email protected]

Outlaws

OutLaws is Columbia’s LGBTQ and ally law student organization, providing programming that spans the gamut from advocacy and policy work to academic mentoring to professional development to social events. It aims to create a strong LBGTQ and allied community at Columbia.

Contact: [email protected]

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.

Contact: [email protected]