Lillian Childress

What was the most rewarding part of being on the BLSA Executive Board?

I immensely enjoyed working on the Board, exchanging ideas, and coming up with creative ways to execute our mission. The most rewarding part was being able to witness our chapter's growth, see our influence in real-time in our law school community, and be recognized for our diligence as National Chapter of the Year.

How did your participation in the BLSA Executive Board shape you as a Black professional?

Being a member of the BLSA Executive Board has had great influence on my professional development. It gave me the opportunity outside of a classroom setting to collaborate with my peers, build relationships with professionals, and pitch to decision makers why it was important for them to address our chapter's most salient concerns. Because of BLSA, I am a better communicator, leader, and advocate.