Inactive Student Organizations
The following organizations were once active, but are not currently active at King Hall. If you are interested in reactivating them you can.
Advocates for the Rights of Children was established in 1993 by UC Davis law students. ARC seeks to create a network of law students with similar interests in children's issues and the law; to engage in community service activities benefiting disadvantaged children; to participate in legislative and policy advocacy activities to improve the area of children's law; and to educate the law school community and the public about the problems and legal issues affecting children.
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The Bahá'í Law Student Association seeks to provide a forum for students and faculty of all backgrounds and beliefs to discuss spiritual topics and to build strong bonds with our legal community through spiritual deepening. It stands for the belief that we have a duty as future lawyers to understand and better ourselves and our communities. “…Dedicate the precious days of your lives to the betterment of the world.” — Bahá'í Writings
The Davis chapter of the California Republican Lawyers Association is part of a statewide organization that is comprised of legal professionals dedicated to:
- Advancing open, fair and honest elections: The CRLA seeks to promote open, fair and honest elections at all levels of California elected office in a non-discriminatory manner. It provides election law training from preeminent election law professionals.
- Advancing professionalism and education: The CRLA is comprised of lawyers and law students who are committed to the advancement of legal professionalism. It gathers Republican lawyers for legal education related to law in political, government, legislative and private firm settings.
- Advancing career opportunities: The CRLA is a network of accomplished attorneys committed to helping each other succeed. It organizes local chapters within which members can seek career advancement assistance.
- Advancing Republican Ideals. The CRLA further builds the Republican Party goals and ideals through a statewide network of supportive lawyers who understand and directly support Republican policy, agendas and candidates.
The purpose of the Catholic Association of Law Students is to mutually encourage and engage in Catholicism, and to develop personal friendships amongst students.
The Federal Bar Association - King Hall Student Division is a student chapter of the Federal Bar Association (FBA). The FBA is a national organization which serves to strengthen the federal legal system and administration of justice by serving the interests and needs of law students, public and private federal practitioners, the federal judiciary, and the public. The FBA also provides opportunities for judges, lawyers and law students to interact professionally and socially. The Sacramento Chapter of the FBA has almost 200 members and holds numerous networking an educational events throughout the year.
The J. Reuben Clark Law Society (JRCLS) is an international organization of lawyers and law students interested in the faith tradition of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS, commonly known as Mormons). The mission statement of JRCLS declares:
We affirm the strength brought to the law by a lawyer's personal religious conviction. We strive through public service and professional excellence to promote fairness and virtue founded upon the rule of law.
No religious belief or affiliation is required for membership in JRCLS. Members of JRCLS subscribe to a central axiom that the rule of law serves to promote fairness and virtue in society.
The monthly King Hall Advocate, first published in 1967, is a newspaper covering Law School news and issues as well as outside legal and political matter of interest to law students. It serves as a forum for discourse of issues among King Hall students, faculty, and staff. The Advocate welcomes student submissions and encourages student participation as staff members.
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This social organization takes advantage of our close proximity to Lake Tahoe to organize trips for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports.
The King Hall Football Club is a group of soccer enthusiasts that get together to play pick-up games and compete in UCD’s intramural (IM) leagues. All skill levels are welcome to join – from first-timers to competitive players. KHFC boasts a winning record in the IM leagues, but our main emphasis is on having fun. In addition to playing hard on the soccer field, we occasionally sponsor social events and community-minded activities.
LADS purpose is to provide a forum to focus on disability law and resources for law students with disabilities.
Law School Democrats at King Hall is committed to supporting Democratic policies and candidates, ensuring that every voter has the opportunity to cast a ballot and that every ballot counts, providing legal assistance to Democratic campaigns, and connecting law students and attorneys interested in democratic politics. Yearly club activities include educational forums, social events, regional and national networking opportunities.
Law School Democrats at King Hall is a member of the National Democratic Law Students Council (NDLSC), the law student wing of the Democratic National Committee (DNC).
The purpose of the group is to promote and advocate for the protection of civil rights under the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
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The RELSA is a student organization dedicated to fostering an interest in and discussion of the full spectrum of real estate activities, including development, finance, environmental and land use law, housing, community development and urban affairs.
Students for a Better King Hall seeks to improve all aspects of student life at King Hall in collaboration with the LSA and, when possible, the administration by promoting discussion and actively implementing recommendations. Secondly, this organization seeks to improve the UC Davis School of Law's reputation and national standing by means of recruitment, publicity and donations. All members of the King Hall community are welcome and are encouraged to participate.
Law Students for Death Penalty Reform strives to facilitate discussion concerning the death penalty, particularly the need to reform California policy. LSDPR is a non-partisan group that welcomes all to participate regardless of their views on capital punishment. We hope to create a space where the free-flow of ideas will lead to practical, equitable solutions to this difficult issue. LSDPR will sponsor speakers, debates, films, and the like in order to educate the King Hall community about the problems and intricacies of capital punishment in California and the nation.
The purpose of the group is to promote a dialogue on the sustainability of Capitalism.
Co-founded by Claire Jacobson and Elise Weinberg, the UC Davis School of Law Pipeline Program works closely with Taylor Street Elementary School, a Title I school located in the Robla School District, to encourage local elementary students to pursue college and graduate school degrees. Through close relationships with students, King Hall members empower students to achieve their educational and personal goals. King Hall members visit the school on a monthly basis to read, engage in conversation, and play with the students. At least once per semester, the King Hall members organize field trips for the students. By interacting with law professors and students, the mentorship program helps to improve literacy skills and also to increase an interest in the law itself.
