UNH Law Asian Pacific American Law Student Association

The UNH Law Asian Pacific American Law Student Association is a vibrant student organization at the University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law in Concord, NH. As part of a comprehensive network of student organizations, APALSA enriches the intellectual and social experience of law students by fostering community, dialogue, and professional development within the law school environment. The organization operates within UNH Franklin Pierce's innovative educational framework, which emphasizes practice-based learning and challenging intellectual engagement from the start of orientation. Located in Concord, New Hampshire—home to the state legislature, state offices, and local, state, and federal courts—the law school provides students with exceptional access to legal institutions and professional opportunities. UNH Franklin Pierce is accredited by the American Bar Association and maintains a world-renowned reputation, particularly in intellectual property law. The school's commitment to developing global leaders in intellectual property, general practice, public interest and social justice, and commerce and technology creates an environment where student organizations like APALSA can thrive. Students benefit from faculty members who are experienced practitioners in their respective fields, ensuring that organizational activities and discussions are grounded in real-world legal practice. The law school's location just an hour from Boston and within reach of mountains, lakes, and the Atlantic Ocean adds to the quality of student life. APALSA serves as one of many student-run organizations that enhance daily life at the school and expand intellectual horizons beyond the classroom. The Student Bar Association sponsors an annual Student Activity Fair each fall, allowing students to connect with organizations like APALSA and explore opportunities for professional growth and community engagement.