SLU OUTLaws

SLU OUTLaws is a student organization at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri, dedicated to fostering community, leadership, and personal growth among its members. As part of one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities, SLU OUTLaws operates within an institution recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, and a strong commitment to faith and service. Saint Louis University, founded in 1818, maintains a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio and serves over 13,300 students across nearly 100 academic programs. The university's mission centers on educating the whole person—mind, body, heart, and spirit—with a Jesuit foundation that emphasizes ethics, spirituality, and compassion. SLU OUTLaws members benefit from the university's extensive resources and commitment to community engagement, with the broader SLU community providing over 1.6 million service hours annually. The organization operates within a research-driven institution that earned the prestigious R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, reflecting elite status among U.S. research universities. Located in St. Louis, SLU also maintains a campus in Madrid, Spain, expanding opportunities for global perspectives and experiences. Students involved with SLU OUTLaws are part of a vibrant community where 99% of first-time freshmen receive financial aid, making education accessible while fostering leadership development and meaningful connections among peers.