About Us

Purpose

The Student Bar Association (SBA) is the umbrella organization for all students and student organizations at The University of Toledo School of Law.

SBA acts as a liaison between SBA and the administration, recognizes student groups, host social and scholarly student activities, and administers the student body's budget.

Membership

Upon enrollment at UT Law, all students are given an opportunity to join SBA. All dues paying students are entered as members of the SBA and are entitled to vote in general SBA elections, run for SBA office, and participate in SBA sponsored events.

Each class votes for Class Representatives and there is also an internal Executive Board voted on by student representatives.

Social Events

Throughout the school year, SBA sponsors a series of social events. SBA is responsible for organizing the annual formal - Barristers’ Ball, an informal costume ball - Fall Ball, and weekly gatherings at local businesses.

Academics

The SBA sponsors a mentor program in which 1L’s are matched with upper level students to help with adjustment, academic and personal advice, and to offer guidance.

Pro Bono Initiatives

The SBA recognizes the value of public service.  Throughout the year the SBA promotes several initiatives such as the Red Cross Blood Drive and the annual 5k Ambulance Chase.

Campus Activities

The Campus Activities committee organizes activities which provide law students an opportunity to become involved with the larger University of Toledo campus. Through this committee, the SBA provides opportunities for intramural sports.