The Judge Thomas E. Stringer Chapter of

THE BLACK LAW STUDENTS ASSOCIATION

BLSA is one of the strongest and most active student organizations on Stetson’s campus. In 2005, we dedicated the name of our chapter to Judge Thomas E. Stringer, Sr., who is the first African-American graduate from Stetson.

BLSA is a member of the National Black Law Students Association (NBLSA). BLSA consistently provides academic, professional and personal resources for its members as well as the opportunity for students to make significant contributions to the Stetson and Tampa Bay communities. BLSA is not a “closed” organization; it is open to all Stetson students regardless of race, gender or ethnicity.  BLSA is not simply a student organization, it is a family committed to supporting the concerns and interests of black law students. BLSA sponsors activities both on and off campus that meet the professional and academic needs of its members.

Benefits of BLSA Membership

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Why Join NBLSA/BLSA?

As a member of NBLSA/BLSA you are part of an established and esteemed organization that has numerous benefits! 

These benefits include:

·        Unparalleled networking opportunities with other law students and practicing attorneys

·        Subscriptions to and publishing opportunities with NBLSA’s newsletter “Fourteenth Amendment”

·        Leadership positions on the National and/or Regional Executive Boards            

As a member you are also entitled to participation in any of our regional or national activities including:

·        National and Regional Job Fairs

·        National and Regional Academic Retreats

·        National and Regional Convention

·        Participation in prestigious Thurgood Marshall Mock Trial and Frederick Douglass Moot Court advocacy competitions

Additionally, NBLSA/BLSA members receive free membership to the following organizations:

·        National Bar Association

NBLSA/BLSA members are also eligible to apply for NBLSA Scholarships! 

Stetson University College of Law
1401 61st Street South  Gulfport, Florida 33707-3299
727-562-7800

blsa@law.stetson.edu