University of Southampton Black Law Students Network
The University of Southampton Black Law Students Network (BLSN) is a safe space for Black students studying Law at the University of Southampton to network, form meaningful connections, access peer support, integrate with the larger Law school, and develop their academic, professional, and leadership abilities.
The Black Law Students Network (BLSN) is a safe space for Black Law students at the University of Southampton to connect and grow together. Law school can be stressful and sometimes isolating if you find it difficult to form the right connections. Our goal is to ensure you do not have to go through the journey alone. All students are welcome.
Activities We Offer
Throughout the year, we run Bi-Weekly Check-In Socials to provide Black Law students a chance to get to know each other better and support each other along the way. Each Check-In Social is designed to focus on self-development themes like coping with stress as a law student or applying for internship schemes. Working with others who understand you will allow you to feel like part of a community and to form professional connections that could last a lifetime. Peer Mentorship is also an important element that is built into the socials so students can get consistent guidance and support while developing their leadership potential.
Our other activities and events include:
Semester 1:
- A Networking Practice Social (October)
- Virtual Career Panel (November) where you can network with successful Black barristers and solicitors and ask them any questions you have about their legal journeys
- An excursion to a law court (December)
Semester 2:
- A Practice Moot (February)
- A visit to a leading global law firm for a Career Planning and Commercial Awareness talk (April)
- An end-of-year Black Tie Dinner and Awards Ceremony (June)
Through these events and activities, we hope you will find ample opportunities to practice your professional skills, receive peer feedback, and take full advantage of the opportunities the Law School offers.
Once you come out to any BLSN event, you will be able to put a face to our names. We would love to introduce ourselves in person and support you in any way we can, so please don’t be a stranger. 🌞
We look forward to meeting you soon.
Wishing you the very best!
BLSN 2024/25 Committee
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The Committee
All clubs and societies within the Students' Union are run entirely by students. The student committee for University of Southampton Black Law Students Network this year are:
Networking Officer
President
Publicity Officer
Secretary
Social Secretary
Social Secretary
Treasurer
Vice President
Welfare Officer
Membership Information
These are the current membership fees offered by University of Southampton Black Law Students Network , although many clubs and societies offer a free period for new members to try out their activities.
| Name | Cost | Valid Period | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/25 Full Year Membership | £11.00 | 08/09/2024 - 30/06/2025 | Full Year Membership provides access to all our welcome events and resources for the entire 2024/25 Academic Period. | |
| Semester 2 2025 Only Membership | £9.00 | 27/01/2025 - 30/06/2025 | This provides access to all our events and resources for the second semester only. |
Constitution
All SUSU clubs & societies must have a Constitution which governs how they run
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All clubs & societies are required to risk assess their activity to ensure it is carried out in a safe manner for members. Current risk assessments for University of Southampton Black Law Students Network are available to view below
Upcoming Events
Check out our upcoming events below: