Student Organizations: Appalachian Women in Law
The Appalachian Women in the Law at the Appalachian School of Law The Appalachian Women in Law get to the point quickly and efficiently. The Mission Statement The Mission Statement set out in its Constitution simply states that the organization "strives to educate, support, and empower women not just in the legal field but within our entire community, as well." Membership is open to all students and alumni. Students created this organization in September 2009. Events and Activities Sponsored by AWIL This active organization sponsors many events. It is best known for its work on behalf of the local women's shelter. Among other programs, it collects toiletry items for women using that facility and sells T-shirts to raise cash funds for the shelter. One notable shirt read: "We want to be on top." Over the last several years, AWIL has hosted lectures and presentations by distinguished women lawyers. Most rece