WashU Law ACS x Marshall Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project

The ACS x Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project collaboration is a celebratory capstone to a full semester of constitutional learning, mentorship, and civic engagement. This event brings local high school students together with WashU Law students, alumni, judges, and community members for a moot court competition where students present oral arguments they have developed through the Marshall‑Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project.

Throughout the day, students will have the opportunity to practice advocacy in a real-world legal setting, receive feedback from legal professionals, and engage directly with members of the American Constitution Society community. More than a competition, this event is designed to demystify the legal profession and create meaningful pathways for inner-city students to envision themselves in higher education and the law.

As a culminating celebration of a semester spent teaching, learning, and building relationships, this collaboration reflects a shared commitment to constitutional literacy, educational equity, and expanding access to the legal system—while honoring the mission and legacy of the Marshall-Brennan program.