Michigan Law OUTlaws

MLaw's LGBTQ+ Student Organization Since 1980

About Gayla

Here are key details about the 5th Annual Kevin E. Kennedy Fellowship Gala - aka Gayla

  • Who: Students, Faculty, Attorneys

  • What: The 5th Annual Kevin E. Kennedy Fellowship Gala

  • When & Where: Friday, October 18th

    • 5:30 -7:00: Pre-Reception: 5:30 pm to 7 pm in the Lawyer’s Club Lounge

    • 7:00 - 10:00: Dinner & Keynote Speaker, Dennise Brogan-Kator

  • Why:

    • For Students: Gayla is a ~ fabulous ~ opportunity to gain professional networking experience in a queer affirming space. By attending Gayla, you will both gain this experience and also support the Outlaws and our Fellowship.

    • For Professionals: The purpose of the Kevin E. Kennedy Fellowship Gala is to encourage LGBTQ law students to pursue careers in the public interest or non-profit sector, where they can contribute to and support the interests of the LGBTQ community through their legal careers. Each year, through the Gala, the Outlaws provide a scholarship for a law student to take on summer work that engages LGBTQ legal issues.