Scholarship

We are pleased to announce the creation of a law student scholarship program. The purpose of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to law students who demonstrate a commitment to the furtherance of LGBTQ+ justice, the SBM LGBTQ+ Law Section will accept applications for an annual scholarship award. The award may be used for LGBTQ+ related education or advocacy.

Example: National LGBT Bar Lavender Law conference, The Task Force’s Creating Change Conference, and LGBTQ+ Law seminar or conference

Award

An applicant may receive an award of up to $1,000, depending on committee budget and number of applicants.

Committee Co-Chairs and Members

• Christine Yared (co-chair)
• John Casupang (co-chair)
• Alanah Haskin
• Jay Kaplan
• Katie Stanley

Applicant Requirements

1. Enrolled as a 2nd or 3rd year law student (applicant should apply prior to graduation but proceeds may be used within 3 months of graduation);
2. Attend (a) a law school in Michigan, or (b) if attending an out-of-state law school, must demonstrate active engagement in advocacy, education, or activism work in Michigan;
3. Identify as a person of LGBTQ+ identity or an ally;
4. Maintain a 2.5 GPA, or provide a written explanation (less than 400 words) as to why applicant should still be considered.

Application Form

APPLICATIONS MAY BE SUBMITTED ANYTIME BEFORE OCTOBTER 31, 2025

Email your completed application materials and any questions to sbmlgbtq@gmail.com.