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Experts to examine how Supreme Court Affirmative Action decision impacts legal and medical education at upcoming University of Houston event

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

"In SFFA v. Harvard, the U.S. Supreme Court found that the race-conscious admission policies of Harvard University and the University of North Carolina violated the Equal Protection Clause of the U.S. Constitution," said UH Law Center Dean Leonard Baynes.

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  • "In SFFA v. Harvard, the U.S. Supreme Court found that the race-conscious admission policies of Harvard University and the University of North Carolina violated the Equal Protection Clause of the U.S. Constitution," said UH Law Center Dean Leonard Baynes.
  • "The Supreme Court decisions on affirmative action have reshaped the landscape at medical schools across the country," said Dr. Stephen Spann, founding dean of the Fertitta Family College of Medicine.
  • "It is important to understand the impacts, so our students continue receiving the best health care education and our clinicians continue providing quality health care services to the community."
  • Attending healthcare and legal professionals will earn 6 hours of Texas MCLE credit or 6.25 CME credits, respectively.

University of Houston Law Center Dean Leonard M. Baynes celebrates a decade of distinguished service

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

HOUSTON, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Houston Law Center (UHLC) is commemorating the leadership of Leonard M. Baynes, the Hugh Roy and Lillie Cranz Cullen Distinguished Chair, professor of law and dean.

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  • HOUSTON, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Houston Law Center (UHLC) is commemorating the leadership of Leonard M. Baynes, the Hugh Roy and Lillie Cranz Cullen Distinguished Chair, professor of law and dean.
  • "As I reflect on the past decade, I do so with gratitude for the unwavering support of our community," Baynes said.
  • As of this year, Baynes stands as the current longest-serving law dean in Texas and holds the distinction of being the 20th longest-serving law dean in the United States.
  • University of Houston Law Center media contacts: Carrie Anna Criado, UH Law Center Assistant Dean of Communications and Marketing, 713-743-2184, [email protected] ; Bonnie Buffaloe, Communications Manager, 713-743-9137, [email protected] .

FAST STUDIOS ANNOUNCES KEY APPOINTMENTS AT WOMEN'S SPORTS NETWORK

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Friday, October 13, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FAST Studios, the leading premium content studio specializing in free, ad-supported streaming television, announced today two key executive appointments of sports industry trailblazers at its network, Women's Sports Network (WSN), the first and only 24/7 platform dedicated exclusively to female athletes. Carol Stiff, a 30-year veteran executive of ESPN Programming and Acquisitions and a tireless advocate for women's sports, has been named President of Women's Sports Network, while Raquel Braun, a former EA Sports and FOX Sports executive integral in negotiating unprecedented global media partnerships and developing new business opportunities, joins as Chief Business Officer.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FAST Studios, the leading premium content studio specializing in free, ad-supported streaming television, announced today two key executive appointments of sports industry trailblazers at its network, Women's Sports Network (WSN), the first and only 24/7 platform dedicated exclusively to female athletes.
  • As President of Women's Sports Network, Stiff will oversee the direction and continued expansion of the network, content development, and manage key league and athlete relationships.
  • I know WSN is in the right hands as she extends her impact as President of the network."
  • Join us at the Women's Sports Network as we ride this wave of progress, carrying the momentum forward and build a network for everyone to witness," said Carol Stiff, President of Women's Sports Network.

University of Houston Law Center secures eighth consecutive Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

HOUSTON, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Houston Law Center has been honored for the eighth year in a row with the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.

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  • HOUSTON, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Houston Law Center has been honored for the eighth year in a row with the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.
  • "I am overwhelmed with pride as our institution earns this award for the eighth consecutive year.
  • The HEED award is given annually to colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.
  • University of Houston Law Center media contacts: Carrie Anna Criado, UH Law Center Assistant Dean of Communications and Marketing, 713-743-2184, [email protected] ; Bonnie Buffaloe, Communications Manager, 713-743-9137, [email protected] .

Academics and artists to explore the intersection of art, law and social justice at University of Houston Law Center conference on Sept. 22

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Attendees will also honor the achievements of the late UHLC Professor Emeritus Michael A. Olivas during the Law, Community, and Social Justice Conference on Friday, Sept. 22.

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  • Attendees will also honor the achievements of the late UHLC Professor Emeritus Michael A. Olivas during the Law, Community, and Social Justice Conference on Friday, Sept. 22.
  • University of Houston Law Center hosts art, law, and social justice event on Sept 22.
  • "I am delighted that UH Law Center is holding this conference that commemorates the one-year anniversary of moving into the John M. O'Quinn Law Building.
  • The conference's three panels will focus on community and social justice, art and social justice, and the scholarship and career of Olivas.

University of Houston Law Center empowers tomorrow's legal minds with Aspiring Lawyer magazine

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

HOUSTON, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Houston Law Center has released its second issue of Aspiring Lawyer, an online magazine that offers insights, resources and advice for individuals interested in a legal career. The publication caters to undergraduates and those interested in pursuing the legal profession, featuring articles on topics from law school admissions, legal news and career development to profiles of donors, alumni, faculty and students.

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Houston Law Center has released its second issue of Aspiring Lawyer , an online magazine that offers insights, resources and advice for individuals interested in a legal career.
  • Aspiring Lawyer magazine offers insights, resources and advice for individuals interested in a legal career.
  • "Aspiring Lawyer magazine is designed to complement UH Law Center's award-winning Pre-Law Pipeline Programs, which is a race-neutral program designed to increase the representation of law students from low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented backgrounds," said Leonard M. Baynes, Dean of the University of Houston Law Center.
  • University of Houston Law Center media contacts: Carrie Anna Criado, UH Law Center Assistant Dean of Communications and Marketing, 713-743-2184, [email protected] ; Bonnie Buffaloe, Communications Manager, 713-743-9137, [email protected] .

AI writing bots will change the lives of students and professionals says University of Houston Law Center scholar Salib

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

While ChatGPT has the potential for abuse and inaccuracies, Salib added that when used properly, it can benefit students and professionals.

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  • While ChatGPT has the potential for abuse and inaccuracies, Salib added that when used properly, it can benefit students and professionals.
  • Prior to joining the Law Center's faculty, Salib was a Climenko Fellow and Lecturer on Law at Harvard Law School.
  • After graduating from law school, Salib clerked for the Honorable Frank H. Easterbrook and practiced law at Sidley Austin, LLP, where he specialized in appellate litigation.
  • University of Houston Law Center media contacts: Carrie Anna Criado, UH Law Center Assistant Dean of Communications and Marketing, 713-743-2184, [email protected] ; Bonnie Buffaloe, Communications Manager, 713-743-9137, [email protected] .

Lone Star Regional Legal Writing Conference Seeks Presentation Proposals

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

HOUSTON, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Houston Law Center and Texas Tech University School of Law are accepting presentation proposals for the Lone Star Regional Legal Writing Conference.

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  • HOUSTON, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Houston Law Center and Texas Tech University School of Law are accepting presentation proposals for the Lone Star Regional Legal Writing Conference.
  • "Good writing skills mean better analysis, and better analysis translates into higher exam scores, improved bar passage, winning advocates, and successful practitioners.
  • The two co-host schools will hold the in-person conference this spring to provide a forum for legal educators to become better at teaching critical writing and analytical skills.
  • Lone Star invites presentation proposals in the areas of legal writing, legal research, advocacy, and pedagogy.

Houston Law Review's Frankel Lecture examines the impact of masculinity on Supreme Court rulings

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Monday, November 14, 2022

University of Houston Law Center media contacts: Carrie Anna Criado, UH Law Center Assistant Dean of Communications and Marketing, 713-743-2184, [email protected] ; Bonnie Buffaloe, Communications Manager, 713-743-9137, [email protected] .

Key Points: 
  • University of Houston Law Center media contacts: Carrie Anna Criado, UH Law Center Assistant Dean of Communications and Marketing, 713-743-2184, [email protected] ; Bonnie Buffaloe, Communications Manager, 713-743-9137, [email protected] .
  • The University of Houston Law Center (UHLC) is a dynamic, top tier law school located in the nation's 4th largest city.
  • UHLC's Health Law, Intellectual Property Law, and Part-time programs rank in the U.S. News Top 10.
  • The Houston Law Review is a scholarly journal published by students at the University of Houston Law Center.

UH Law Center health law professor Fowler examines Femtech privacy issues surfacing post-Dobbs

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022

"I'm really interested about where consumer health technologies we use every day intersect with the law," said Fowler.

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  • "I'm really interested about where consumer health technologies we use every day intersect with the law," said Fowler.
  • Specifically, Fowler's research examines the accuracy, efficacy, and privacy of healthcare technology including femtech tools such as period and fertility tracking apps.
  • Femtech products are defined as a category of consumer technologies that address an array of "female" health needs.
  • University of Houston Law Center media contacts: Carrie Anna Criado, UH Law Center Assistant Dean of Communications and Marketing, 713-743-2184, [email protected] ; Bonnie Buffaloe, Communications Manager, 713-743-9137, [email protected] .