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South Texas Law Student Receives Commendation for Her Dedication to Pro Bono Service

November 16, 2021

Kathryn “Kate” G. Tavakoli, a part-time 3L student at South Texas College of Law Houston who plans to graduate in December, recently received a special commendation for her “outstanding contributions to the provision of legal services to the poor” from...

Texas Bar Foundation Awards $25,000 Grant To STCL Houston For Pro Bono Services

November 15, 2021

Posted in STCL News

South Texas College of Law Houston (STCL Houston) recently was awarded a $25,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation to support the law school’s pro bono clinic that assists tenants in fighting evictions and maintaining housing stability. The grant will provide...

The Broken Batson: Race, Jury Selection, and the Legitimacy of Criminal Justice

November 12, 2021

Posted in STCL News

by Geoffrey Corn Gary A. Kuiper Distinguished Professor of Law Jury selection in Ahmaud Arbery murder trial has many scratching their heads to understand how the jury that will judge this case includes only one African American in a community that is...

Student Spotlight: Adam McCoy

November 10, 2021

Posted in Students

Adam McCoy, president of the Veterans Association at South Texas College of Law Houston, is committed to helping fellow veterans succeed after their service. Learn why this 2L is studying the law and leading this organization rather than dealing blackjack...

STCL Houston Student Joins Other Veterans in Afghan Resettlement Service Project

November 8, 2021

Posted in Students

Tam “Tom” Pham, U.S. Army veteran and third-year student at South Texas College of Law Houston, loved serving his country in the Middle East for multiple tours from 2005-16, but he always felt a sense his service wasn’t complete. When the...

Distinguished Attorney Gives Back to His Law School Alma Mater, Donating $3 Million to Establish The Benny Agosto, Jr. Diversity Center at South Texas College of Law Houston

October 19, 2021

Posted in Alumni, STCL News

Houston trial attorney Benny Agosto, Jr.’s recent gift to establish a diversity center at his alma mater, South Texas College of Law Houston, combined two of his life passions: giving back to the community and encouraging more diversity in the...

More Than Just a Gathering Place: AMICUS Builds Community and Allyship

October 18, 2021

Posted in Students

At South Texas College of Law Houston, student groups offer more than just a gathering place for law school members or a bullet point on a resume. They also offer a greater sense of purpose and a different way of...

Rick Morris Alumnus Has Rare Opportunity to Present Before Supreme Court Nov. 2

Alumnus Has Rare Opportunity to Present Before Supreme Court Nov. 2; Law School Professors, Advocacy Students Engaged in Preparation Process

October 16, 2021

Posted in STCL News

South Texas College of Law Houston (STCL Houston) alumnus Richard A. “Rick” Morris ’91 will argue before the U.S. Supreme Court Nov. 2, and he has engaged STCL Houston professors and law students as he prepares to appeal the important...

Crowd Rises Twice to Honor E.J. Salcines ’63 When He Receives 2021 Dean’s Medal

October 16, 2021

Posted in Alumni

During The Gala 2021 in early October, South Texas College of Law Houston honored The Honorable Emiliano Jose “E.J.” Salcines ’63 with the prestigious Dean’s Medal. The event’s 400 guests gave Salcines two standing ovations! The former STCL Houston board member...

Ten Reasons Every Law Student (Who Can) Should Serve as a Judicial Law Clerk

October 8, 2021

Posted in Students

by Professor Val Ricks Clerk for a judge if you possibly can. In Texas, the state supreme court, federal appellate and trial courts, and federal magistrates and bankruptcy courts hire clerks. Federal administrative law and immigration courts also hire clerks. Across...

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