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UMKC Christian Legal Society
University of Missouri - Kansas City
About UMKC Christian Legal Society
The Christian Legal Society at the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law represents a vibrant community of law students united by their faith and commitment to justice in Kansas City, MO. This student organization provides a welcoming space for members to explore how Christian principles can inform and guide legal practice, fostering meaningful relationships among peers who share common values and aspirations.
At its core, the Christian Legal Society embodies UMKC Law's mission to empower students on their journeys to becoming practice-ready lawyers while maintaining their personal convictions and faith commitments. The organization operates within a law school environment that explicitly embraces diversity and inclusion, recognizing that students bring varied backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives to their legal education. This inclusive approach allows Christian Legal Society members to engage authentically with both their faith community and the broader law school community.
Based in Kansas City, a thriving legal hub with rich opportunities for hands-on learning and professional development, the Christian Legal Society benefits from the school's unique position as a comprehensive public law school deeply connected to the city's legal ecosystem. Members gain access to extensive networking opportunities, mentorship from faculty and alumni, and exposure to real-world legal practice through the school's robust clinical and experiential learning programs.
The organization reflects UMKC Law's broader commitment to creating an environment where students feel they belong and can thrive personally and professionally. By bringing together law students who value both legal excellence and spiritual commitment, the Christian Legal Society contributes to the diverse student community that makes UMKC Law a distinctive institution in Kansas City. The group provides fellowship, support, and shared purpose as members pursue their legal careers while living out their faith convictions.