Energy Law Lecture Series
Energy Law Lecture Series with Guest Speaker Shane Walker Each lecture features a distinguished guest speaker who shares insight and expertise drawn from professional experience and current developments in the field.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Lanier Auditorium. Event Contact: Professor Keffer. Audience: Law Students.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
VITA Information Session
Tax season is right around the corner. Whether you are interested in tax law, or just want to earn law-related pro bono hours, join us and learn how you can become a Volunteer Income Tax Assistant. Join the Coalition of Community Assistance Volunteers in room 109 on Monday, Nov 3rd.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Collier Classroom - 109 LAW. Event Contact: Melissa Vasquez
Pro Bono. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Event Type: Lectures. Topical Areas: Academics.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Christian Legal Society Bible Study
Join us for the Christian Legal Society bi-weekly Bible study. Throughout the 2025-26 school year we will study the book of John and how its principles apply to law, law school, personal life, and legal practice. Room 159.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: David Russell. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Law Students.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
SBA general meeting
A Student Bar Association meeting is when law students come together to share general updates, discuss relevant issues, plan events, and make decisions that support the goals and needs of the student body.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: 250 - Classroom. Event Contact: Mary Ricker.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Budget meeting
A budget meeting is when organizations meet with the Student Bar Association to request funds, explain their needs, and show how the money will support their events, goals, and the success of their members. Zoom link will be sent prior to meetings.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Jesse Slayton.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Seventh Court of Appeals of Texas
Experience the Seventh Court of Appeals in action!
On Wednesday, November 5, the Court will hear oral arguments in the Hunt Courtroom. All members of the Texas Tech Law community are invited to attend and witness appellate advocacy firsthand. Questions may be directed to the Office for Student Life. Docket information will be shared electronically on November 4.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Hunt Courtroom. Event Contact: Dean Chapman. Audience: Law Students. Faculty & Staff. Event Type: Conference/Symposium.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Top Success Tips for New Lawyers
Texas Lawyers Insurance Exchange will be joining us for "Top Success Tips for New Lawyers" includes a discussion of the issues most frequently confronting newly licensed attorneys, with tips to avoid malpractice claims and grievances. There is a brief discussion of the relevant disciplinary rules. The presentation will be given by Carrie Phaneuf, VP Loss Prevention TLIE.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Lanier Auditorium. Event Contact: Carrie Phaneuf. Audience: 3L Students. Law Students.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Women in Criminal Law panel
Women in Criminal Law Panel
📅 Date: 11/5/25
🕓 Time: 12-12:50pm
📍 Location: 109
Join CLA, OWLS, and APALSA for an empowering evening featuring three distinguished women who have built successful careers in criminal law. Our panelists will share their journeys, challenges, and insights from across the criminal justice system — from prosecution to defense to the judiciary.
This event is a chance to hear firsthand about the realities of working in criminal law as a woman, get advice on navigating law school and career choices, and network with inspiring professionals making an impact in the field.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Collier Classroom - 109 LAW. Event Contact: CLA
OWLS
APALSA. Audience: Law Students. Faculty. Event Type: Panel.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Jury Trial Advocacy with Tom Melsheimer and Judge Craig Smith
Jury Trial Advocacy with Tom Melsheimer and Judge Craig Smith, Come listen to two experienced trial lawyers discuss jury trial advocacy. Tom Melsheimer and Judge Craig Smith are authors of On the Jury Trial (ABA 2d), a new book focused on fundamental and advanced trial advocacy topics.
Lunch Provided.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Lanier Auditorium. Event Contact: Dustin Benham. Audience: Law Students. Public. Faculty & Staff. Event Type: Lectures.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
BLSA Sip N Paint
The Black Law Student Association is hosting a Sip N Paint event to help students unwind and prepare for finals. Come enjoy soda, ice cream, and other refreshments while connecting with fellow students and picking up helpful study tips. We look forward to seeing you there!
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School Forum. Event Contact: Black Law Student Association - Franklin Jones. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Law Students. Event Type: Health/Wellness. General Meeting.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Final(s) Countdown
Devote designated time to final exam preparation and learn about ways to better manage your finals stress. Each session will feature several hours of designated finals prep time and a brief discussion of strategies for success. Coffee & lunch provided.
Audience: Law Students.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Law School Forum.
Nuts and Bolts Lecture Series
Nuts and Bolts Lecture Series with Guest Speaker Charles Sartain- Each lecture features a distinguished guest speaker who shares insight and expertise drawn from professional experience and current developments in the field.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: 202 - Classroom. Event Contact: Professor Keffer. Audience: Law Students. Event Type: Lectures.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Casino Night
Casino Night is the school-wide social event hosted by the Texas Tech Law Review that allows for students to gather and have fun playing casino games. The entire event is a fundraiser that goes to supporting the law review.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Jonathon Gabehart
Lauren Berry - Lauren.Berry@ttu.edu. Audience: Law Students.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Brainstormers
Study support by students, for students! Join our Academic Success Fellows to get support with outlining, practice questions, & exam prep. Bring your questions and let us help! Coffee & study advice in the Law Student Cafe.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Hunter Nasato. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Law Students. Event Type: Academic. Topical Areas: Academics.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Brainstormers
Study support by students, for students! Join our Academic Success Fellows to get support with outlining, practice questions, & exam prep. Bring your questions and let us help! Coffee & study advice in the Law Student Cafe.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Hunter Nasato. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Law Students. Event Type: Academic. Topical Areas: Academics.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Faith and the Legal Profession: A Conversation with Jerry Morgan
The purpose of Christian Legal Society is to create a setting where believers of the Christian faith can come together and discuss both matters involving personal faith and how Christianity and the law intersects. Additionally, Christian Legal Society welcomes non-believers to discuss Christian beliefs and principals to explore how those principals can be applied to daily life.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Collier Classroom - 109 LAW. Event Contact: Zach Sims or David Russell. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Event Type: Panel.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Brainstormers
Study support by students, for students! Join our Academic Success Fellows to get support with outlining, practice questions, & exam prep. Bring your questions and let us help! Coffee & study advice in the Law Student Cafe.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Hunter Nasato. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Law Students. Event Type: Academic. Topical Areas: Academics.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
ISL Extended Orientation: Networking for Lawyers
First-year students will learn the art of the �elevator pitch� and how to be successful on the summer job hunt at winter job fairs and receptions. Session led by the Career & Professional Development Center. Lunch provided.
Audience: 1L Students.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Lanier Auditorium.
Lubbock Area Bar Association Lunch
LABA Lunch: The monthly Lubbock Area Bar Association (LABA) lunch meeting features a guest speaker on current legal issues. Each program is approved for continuing legal education (CLE) credit for attorneys. Members and guests should RSVP in advance.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School Forum. Event Contact: Stefanie Hoeffner. Audience: Public. Event Type: Networking Social. Cost: none.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Mountain State Legal Foundation
Will Trachman, with Mountain State Legal Foundation will be joining us to discuss his organization and summer internship opportunities specifically for Tech Law students. Please join us on November 12th at Noon till 1pm in room 109.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Collier Classroom - 109 LAW. Event Contact: Professor Keffer. Audience: Law Students. Event Type: Networking Social.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
TTU Ag Law and ELIG Joint November Meeting
At this joint meeting between the Ag Law Association and the Energy Law Interest Group, attendees will be hearing from Sen. Charles Perry as he discusses the water crisis in Texas, his SB7 water infrastructure bill, and other relevant topics! The discussion will be moderated by our very own Prof. Keffer!
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Collier Classroom - 109 LAW. Event Contact: Jake Hill
President
Ag Law Association
hil51250@ttu.edu.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Final(s) Countdown
Devote designated time to final exam preparation and learn about ways to better manage your finals stress. Each session will feature several hours of designated finals prep time and a brief discussion of strategies for success. Coffee & lunch provided.
Audience: Law Students.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Law School Forum.
Board of Barristers: Advanced Moot Court Final Round
Final Round of the Board of Barristers Advanced Moot Court Competition. Judged by a panel of professional judges, participants will compete in a moot court competition in which they will exhibit their advocacy skills.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Hunt Courtroom. Event Contact: Lauren Berry
Lauren.berry@ttu.edu. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Faculty. Law Students. Faculty & Staff. Event Type: Academic. Topical Areas: Student Organization Events.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
SBA general meeting
A Student Bar Association meeting is when law students come together to share general updates, discuss relevant issues, plan events, and make decisions that support the goals and needs of the student body.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: 250 - Classroom. Event Contact: Mary Ricker.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Inns of Court
Inns of Court: The monthly meeting of the Texas Tech University School of Law American Inn of Court promotes professionalism, ethics, civility, and mentoring within the legal community. Each meeting includes a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) program. Attendance is limited to Inn members and invited guests.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School Forum. Event Contact: Sofia Chapman. Audience: Faculty & Staff. Alumni. Event Type: Networking Social.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Christian Legal Society Bible Study
Join us for the Christian Legal Society bi-weekly Bible study. Throughout the 2025-26 school year we will study the book of John and how its principles apply to law, law school, personal life, and legal practice. Room 159.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: David Russell. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Law Students.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
ISL Plenary: NextGen Uniform Bar Exam & Games
At this ISL Extended Orientation plenary, the Office of Academic Success Programs will teach first-year students about the format of the NextGen Uniform Bar Exam and allow them to become familiar with the type of questions they will see on the exam through interactive games.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Lanier Auditorium. Event Contact: Erica Lux
Hunter Nasato. Audience: 1L Students. Event Type: Academic. Topical Areas: Academics.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Friendsgiving
Please join us for Friendsgiving! A fall event where students come together to share food and community. It’s a chance to relax, enjoy a meal, and celebrate friendship before the holiday season begins.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School Forum. Event Contact: Mary Ricker.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Final(s) Countdown
Devote designated time to final exam preparation and learn about ways to better manage your finals stress. Each session will feature several hours of designated finals prep time and a brief discussion of strategies for success. Coffee & lunch provided.
Audience: Law Students.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Law School Forum.
Last day of classes.
Monday, November 24, 2025.
Reading day.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
Thanksgiving holiday.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 – Friday, November 28, 2025.
Final Exams.
Monday, December 1, 2025 – Friday, December 12, 2025.
SBA general meeting
A Student Bar Association meeting is when law students come together to share general updates, discuss relevant issues, plan events, and make decisions that support the goals and needs of the student body.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: 250 - Classroom. Event Contact: Mary Ricker.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Budget meeting
A budget meeting is when organizations meet with the Student Bar Association to request funds, explain their needs, and show how the money will support their events, goals, and the success of their members. Zoom link will be sent prior to meetings.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Jesse Slayton.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Christian Legal Society Bible Study
Join us for the Christian Legal Society bi-weekly Bible study. Throughout the 2025-26 school year we will study the book of John and how its principles apply to law, law school, personal life, and legal practice. Room 159.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: David Russell. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Law Students.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Graduate School Commencement for Dual-Degree Students.
Friday, December 12, 2025.
SBA general meeting
A Student Bar Association meeting is when law students come together to share general updates, discuss relevant issues, plan events, and make decisions that support the goals and needs of the student body.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: 250 - Classroom. Event Contact: Mary Ricker.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Budget meeting
A budget meeting is when organizations meet with the Student Bar Association to request funds, explain their needs, and show how the money will support their events, goals, and the success of their members. Zoom link will be sent prior to meetings.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Jesse Slayton.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Spring classes begin.
Monday, January 12, 2026.
SBA general meeting
A Student Bar Association meeting is when law students come together to share general updates, discuss relevant issues, plan events, and make decisions that support the goals and needs of the student body.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: 250 - Classroom. Event Contact: Mary Ricker.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Last day for student-initiated addition of a course.
Friday, January 16, 2026.
Demystifying Judicial Clerkships
This will be a joint event, hosted by the Texas Tech Law Review, the Career Services Office, and the Federalist Society. It would serve to host panels of judges from both the federal and state systems to describe the clerkship process and how students can partake. We would also aim to have a panel of current or former law clerks to speak at the event.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Lanier Auditorium. Event Contact: Jonathon Gabehart - jogabeha@ttu.edu
Kayla Wimberly - Kayla.Wimberley@ttu.edu. Audience: Law Students. Event Type: Academic.
Friday, January 16, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Martin Luther King Day, University holiday.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
1L Mandatory Meeting: Decode Your Professor's Feedback for Spring Success
As you begin meeting with professors to review your performance on the fall finals, you might find yourself puzzled by their feedback or unsure how to apply it to improve your study techniques. At this mandatory meeting, the Academic Success Team will help decode your professors' comments and show you how to turn that feedback into actionable changes for your study routine. We�ll also introduce our new spring series, Turbo Boost, where we�ll dive deeper into interpreting feedback and making the adjustments needed to boost your performance as you move ahead this semester! Lunch provided.
Audience: 1L Students.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Lanier Auditorium.
Last day for student-initiated drop of a course and receive a 100% refund.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Last day to withdraw from TTU School of Law for a 100% refund.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Texas bar examination timely postmark deadline with the Texas Board of Law Examiners for the July Bar examination (ble.texas.gov)
Sunday, February 1, 2026.