Raqiyyah Pippins

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

The friendships. BLSA blessed me with some of my closest friends and a reminder that life (and law school) is a gift that is best centered on thoughtful, giving, and intentional relationships.

What challenges did you face as a member of the BLSA Executive Board?

Balancing our desire to be social engineers that impacted the Law School (both for BLSA members and our classmates) with actual classwork.

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

I would not be where I am today without God directing me to UVA and UVA BLSA in particular. It changed my life and my perspective on the family that is black attorneys.