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Congratulations to Dean Alfreda Robinson, at George Washington University Law School, for her recent recognition by The Greater Washington Area Chapter, Women Lawyers Division of the National Bar Association, and The GWAC Foundation. Your dedication and expertise shine brightly, inspiring us all. Well-deserved honor!

The NBI is thrilled to share the news that it has partnered again with the National Bar Association (NBA) to offer the NBI Affiliates Scholarship and Bar Passage Success Program to a second group of law students in 2024. NBA Vice President of Regions James Carter, NBI Vice Chair Regina K. Dillard, and NBI Grants Committee members President-Elect Wiley Adams, Vickie Turner, and Belinda Stith have teamed up to launch the second class selection for the program.

The program will be administered by JD Advising (www.jdadvising.com) and is tailored for law students completing their second year in May/June 2024. This transformative experience is designed to accommodate 24 law students associated with Affiliates and other students attending specified law schools. The program is scheduled to unfold in February 2024 and conclude in January/February 2025.

Key Dates for the Program Cycle:

• February 29, 2024: Deadline for NBA Affiliates to submit one  nomination to its NBA Regional Director
• March 29, 2024: Deadline for NBA Regional Directors to select two nominees and targeted Law School Deans to select one nominee
• April 30, 2024: Deadline for NBA Regional Directors and targeted Law School Deans to submit Nomination Forms to the NBI
• May 31, 2024: NBI Announcement of selected law students

Affiliates and their Regional Directors should consider nominating law students who embody the following criteria:

• Have demonstrated a commitment to pursuing equality and justice through work or volunteerism.
• Are enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. law school.
• Are starting their third year of law school in the Fall of 2024 with an expected graduation in 2025.
• Are members of the NBA Student Division.

All students will have the invaluable opportunity to participate in an online Bar Exam Strategy Course provided by JD Advising, a program set for enhancing their ability to pass their state bar examinations. The Strategy Course consists of two (2) intensive two-day sessions. Depending on the size of this second class of students, the NBI will award up to twelve (12) $5,000 scholarships to students selected by the Regions. The combination of scholarships and bar exam course study are integral components of the NBI’s Bar Passage Success Program.

To learn more about the Affiliates Scholarship Submission contact NBA Vice President James J. Carter, Jr. at vpregionsaffiliates@nationalbar.org.

Check the NBI website at www.nationalbarinstitute.org for more details.

In July 2023, the National Bar Institute (NBI) convened for its Annual Meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As we reflect on the successes of this meeting, we are thrilled to unveil updates and forthcoming meetings.

Looking Forward: Board Meeting in San Antonio and Annual Meeting in Las Vegas

The Board is gearing up for its upcoming meeting in San Antonio, Texas, scheduled for February 2024. During this time, we will conduct a Board Meeting as well as attend events hosted by the National Bar Association Commercial Law Section. Additionally, the NBI will hold its annual meeting in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada, in July 2024. This meeting coincides with the NBA 99th Annual Convention. We eagerly anticipate the collective gathering of NBI members at this momentous event!

The National Bar Institute hosted a spectacular day of golf, community, and partnerships at the Clyde E. Bailey Sr. and Rapheal M. Prevot Jr. Annual Golf Tournament. Featuring two 18-hole courses and an executive nine, the picturesque venue set the stage for an event that brought together golf enthusiasts, sponsors, and community leaders for an enjoyable experience.

This tournament, with over 24 years of support, has raised over $1 million in proceeds for the signature programs of the NBI. These programs include scholarships for deserving law students and grants for educational and community-based projects, serving to educate the public and enhance the lives of people of color.

The NBI’s Golf Committee worked diligently to create a fun atmosphere for golfers of all ages, including youths from groups such as Bolder Options, Girls Taking Action, and The Fairway Foundation. These organizations promise to provide enriching experiences and structured programs for youths, and the Clyde E. Bailey Sr. and Rapheal M. Prevot Jr. Annual Golf Tournament delivered just that. Golf enthusiasts reveled in a day of friendly competition, networking, and fun, surrounded by the lush greenery of Majestic Oaks. As golfers navigated the challenging course, connections were forged, and the spirit of community was palpable.