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Meet Kenesha Starling ’20: From NASA to the Courthouse

February 27, 2024

From age 3, native Houstonian Kenesha Starling ’20 knew she wanted to be a lawyer. “Even then, I really liked to argue… to get my point across,” Starling said. Growing up watching TV shows like Perry Mason and Matlock fueled her desire for a future law...

Student Spotlight: Ana Navas, 1L

February 23, 2024

Posted in Students

Meet Ana Navas, 1L and learn more about her story at South Texas Law in this Student Spotlight by the Career Resource Center. Why did you choose to attend South Texas Law? I came to an open house and heard...

Alumnus Eric Williams II ’22 Reflects on the Family Legacy That Lives On in Him

February 22, 2024

Posted in Alumni, STCL News

Eric Williams II ’22 reminded the crowd gathered Wednesday at South Texas College of Law Houston that American history is filled with the contributions of millions of ordinary Black men and women — individuals who have laid a foundation upon...

City of Houston Proclamation Shares Role South Texas Law Professors, Students Played in Achieving Justice for Camp Logan Soldiers; Declares Feb. 20 Camp Logan Day

February 20, 2024

Posted in STCL News

Houston City Council Members Carolyn Evans-Shabazz and Abbie Kamin presented a proclamation February 20 in honor of the Camp Logan project, including the integral role played by South Texas College of Law Houston professors and students, the NAACP Houston, and...

South Texas Law Review Ethics Symposium: Lawyer as an Advocate Set March 1

February 16, 2024

Posted in STCL News

South Texas College of Law Houston and the South Texas Law Review invites the legal community to the 30th Annual Law Review Ethics Symposium, focused on “Lawyer as an Advocate.” The event is scheduled March 1 from 9 a.m. to 4:10...

Student Spotlight: Leonard Lynce, Jr., 3L

February 16, 2024

Posted in Students

Meet Leonard Lynce, Jr. and learn more about his story at South Texas Law in this Student Spotlight by the Career Resource Center. Why did you choose to attend South Texas College of Law Houston? I decided to go to...

52-year Attorney, Alumna Shares Advice, Wisdom During Black History Month Presentation

February 15, 2024

Posted in STCL News, Alumni

Gladys Goffney ’71 — South Texas Law alumna and active family law attorney at age 92 — engaged in a delightful, insightful dialog with Black Law Students Association President Malik Wilson during a recent Black History Month “legends” event. President and Dean...

Meet Win Frazier ’91: Alumnus Retires at the Pinnacle of TV Ad Sales, Enters City Government in Bellaire

February 15, 2024

Posted in STCL News, Alumni

“I am proud — extremely proud — to be a graduate of South Texas College of Law Houston,” said Winfred Frazier ’91, beaming as he described himself. “Going to law school changed the way I think, and it gave me...

Celebrating Black History Month

February 15, 2024

Posted in Features, Blog, STCL News

During Black History Month 2024, South Texas Law celebrates the achievements of Black individuals and recognizes their central role in U.S. history. The month began as a week and was the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other...

Finding Love in Law School: A South Texas Love Story

February 14, 2024

Posted in Alumni, Features, Blog

Jeannine C. ’85 and Patrick M. Flynn ’77 Patrick, a radio newsman, met Jeannine, a disc jockey, at Central Florida’s WKIS radio, where both were earning their way through college. Pat became attracted to the legal profession while covering the...