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Drake Asian Pacific American Law Student Association
Drake University
About Drake Asian Pacific American Law Student Association
The Drake Asian Pacific American Law Student Association represents a vital community within Drake University's Law School, located in Des Moines, IA. This student-led organization embodies Drake's core commitment to inclusion, equity, and community engagement by creating a supportive space where Asian Pacific American law students can connect, learn, and grow together while pursuing their legal careers.
At its foundation, the association reflects Drake University's values-driven approach to education. Drake is a midsize, private university in Des Moines, Iowa, that prioritizes personal relationships and meaningful student connections alongside rigorous academics. The university enrolls more than 3,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, creating an environment where individual voices are heard and diverse perspectives are valued. The Law School carries forward this tradition of intimate, personalized education within a professional context.
The Asian Pacific American Law Student Association fosters belonging among students who share cultural heritage and professional aspirations. By bringing together law students from Asian Pacific American backgrounds, the organization creates networks of mutual support, cultural celebration, and professional mentorship. Members benefit from Drake's broader commitment to experiential learning, which emphasizes learning by doing through internships, community service, and real-world legal practice.
Drake's Des Moines location offers students access to a vibrant, diverse community with influential legal and governmental sectors. The university is interwoven with the city's professional landscape, providing law students with meaningful opportunities to engage with the community they serve. The Asian Pacific American Law Student Association contributes to Drake's welcoming, inclusive campus culture while preparing future lawyers to make positive impacts in their communities and the legal profession.