About Us

Welcome to BLSA!

BLSA!

The first Black Law Students Association was founded at New York University School of Law in 1968 by Algernon Johnson (“AJ”) Cooper. Over 40 years later, the National Black Law Students Association is the nation’s largest student-run organization, representing nearly 6,000 minority students from over 200 chapters throughout the United States and six other countries, including the Bahamas, Nigeria, and South Africa.

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BLSA!

The Duke University Chapter of the National Black Law Students Association, Inc., strives to promote the success of future Black attorneys both in law school and in society by supporting our members on an academic, professional, and social basis. In order to accomplish this goal we focus on five major areas:

Our History

BLSA!

The first Black Law Students Association was founded at New York University School of Law in 1968 by Algernon Johnson (“AJ”) Cooper. Over 40 years later, the National Black Law Students Association is the nation’s largest student-run organization, representing nearly 6,000 minority students from over 200 chapters throughout the United States and six other countries, including the Bahamas, Nigeria, and South Africa.

Develop the future leaders

The Duke Law chapter of BLSA strives to develop the future leaders of the legal profession through scholarship, professional development, and social responsibility.  Duke BLSA exists to address the unique needs and concerns of the black law students; promote diversity and social awareness within the Duke Law community; promote diversity and encourage change within the legal profession; and address social issues within the Durham community and our society at large.

Most Memorable Movements

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1989

New Government Building

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1929

Cityvile Council Founded

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2016

Cityvile Become Smart City

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1994

Expand The Field Of Activity

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Explore City Highlights

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Meet Council Members

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Jerry Howell

Mayor

Elysia Molloy

Health Director

Dollie Brennan

City Auditor