Black Women in Law (BWL) as a group works to provide opportunities for Black undergraduates to learn more about the journey to law school, the application process, and law school itself. BWL strives to close the gap in access to pre-law resources by providing practice LSAT preparation, mentorships, various workshops, and opportunities to speak with law school admissions and hear testimonials from Black women who went through the Law experience. Additionally, we are comprised of students passionate about social change. BWL is a community on campus for discussions about social issues and what we can do as students interested in law to make a change.

To be recognized as an official member, students must complete the 3-2-1 membership method during their first semester of joining:

• 3 General Body Meetings (GBMs): Attend three official GBMs.

• 2 Social Events: Attend two BWL-sponsored social gatherings.

• 1 Community Service Event: Participate in one BWL-approved community service project.

To maintain active membership each semester, members must complete the 2-1-1 maintenance method:

• 2 General Body Meetings (GBMs): Attend at least two official GBMs.

• 1 Social Event: Attend one BWL-sponsored social.

• 1 Community Service Event: Participate in one BWL-approved service project.

One designated special event may be used to substitute for one of the above requirements (a GBM,social event, or community service) at the discretion of the Executive Board.

Members in good standing (those who complete the 2-1-1 method) are entitled to:

• Run for and hold officer positions.

• Access mentorship, scholarships, and networking events.

• Participate in exclusive BWL programming and initiatives.

Members who do not meet the 2-1-1 requirement in a given semester will be placed on inactive status and may lose voting rights and access to exclusive events. Reinstatement requires re-completing the 3-2-1 method or an alternative make-up plan approved by the Executive Board.