WELCOME BACK BASH
Please join us in welcoming our students back to campus with our annual Welcome Back Bash. It is a great opportunity to meet fellow students faculty and staff, for food and fellowship. Meet us under the white tents on the Law School lawn.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Cindy DeAnda. Audience: Faculty & Staff. Law Students. Event Type: Networking Social.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Last day for student-initiated addition of a course.
Student Organizations Fair
Please take time to attend the Student Organization Fair. It is a great way to connect with other law students. All Law School organization will be in one place giving you a chance to explore your options and find communities that match your interests and goals.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School Forum. Event Contact: Dean Chapman. Audience: Law Students. Event Type: Networking Social.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
SRC Information Session
Come join the Office of Admissions and current SRC members about what it is like to be on the Student Recruitment Council. All current students are welcome to attend. Lunch will be provided to the first 50 attendees.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: 107 - Classroom. Event Contact: TTU Law Admissions
admissions.law@ttu.edu. Audience: Law Students.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Normalizing Your First Week of Law School
Starting law school can feel overwhelming, but remember, you're not alone! Join us for a panel discussion on Normalizing Your First Week of Law School, where your peers and professors will talk about the common struggles that they faced as first-year law students, like feeling stressed, taking longer to read, and adjusting to the pace. It�s all part of the process, and we�re here to help you navigate it. Join us to help find your footing this fall! Lunch provided.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Erica Lux. Audience: 1L Students.
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Law School Forum.
Labor Day, University holiday.
Monday, September 1, 2025.
Texas bar examination timely postmark deadline with the Texas Board of Law Examiners for the February Bar examination (ble.texas.gov)
Monday, September 1, 2025.
Learn the Law Better with Your Learning Style
Unlock better ways to learn the law by tapping into your unique learning style. This practical workshop will introduce simple, personalized strategies to help you study more effectively and master complex legal concepts with confidence based on how you process information. Lunch provided. RSVP to oasp.law@ttu.edu.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Erica Lux. Audience: Law Students.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Law School Forum.
Board of Barristers: 1L Information Meeting
Board of Barristers 1L information meeting conducted to introduce the 1L class to the opportunities available through the Board of Barristers and advocacy teams offered at Tech. The meeting will explain how to become involved and participate in various competitions.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Lanier Auditorium. Event Contact: Lauren Berry
Lauren.berry@ttu.edu. Audience: 1L Students. Event Type: General Meeting. Topical Areas: Student Organization Events.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Last day for student-initiated drop of a course and receive a 100% refund.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
Last day to withdraw from TTU School of Law for a 100% refund.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
ISL Extended Orientation: Career Building (Resumes & Cover Letters)
First-year students will learn how to make their best first impression with their resumes and cover letters. Session led by the Career & Professional Development Center. Lunch provided. Please contact Career & Professional Development for any questions.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Kayla Wimberley. Audience: 1L Students.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Lanier Auditorium.
Military Recruiting Day
This event will include the four branches of the Military and their respective JAG Offices. The branches will table outside the Hunt Courtroom during the day to visit informally with students and will each do a formal presentation during the noon hour inside the Hunt Courtroom.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Hunt Courtroom. Event Contact: Kayla Wimberley
Assistant Dean for Career & Professional Development
kayla.wimberley@ttu.edu. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Law Students. Event Type: General Meeting. Topical Areas: Career Services.
Thursday, September 4, 2025.
Advanced Negotiations Roll Call- Board of Barristers
This event is the Roll Call for the Fall Advanced Negotiations Competition for competitors to receive and discuss the competitor packets, discuss competition dates, and cover the style and rules of the competition.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Hunt Courtroom. Event Contact: Rob Sherwin.
Thursday, September 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Energy Law Lecture Series
Energy Law Lecture Series with Guest Speaker Jim Wright. 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. Event Type: Lectures.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Annual Texas Tech Law Alumni Tailgate
Kick off game day with us at the 2025 Alumni Tailgate from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm on Saturday, September 13th. Cheer on our Red Raiders against Oregon State, catch up with your Tech Law friends, and enjoy fantastic food. All fans are encouraged to gear up in game day colors for Jones Stadium—wear red on the west side and white on the east side. We hope to see you there!
Don’t forget to RSVP at https://www.depts.ttu.edu/law/alumni/AlumniTailgate.php.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School Front Lawn. Event Contact: Shawn Adams | shawn.adams@ttu.edu. Audience: Alumni. Faculty & Staff. Law Students. Event Type: Alumni. Networking Social. Featured Event: Law Featured Event.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit www.depts.ttu.edu. Last day to drop a course with permission and receive a grade of W for a 50% refund; no refund thereafter.
Monday, September 15, 2025.
Last day to withdraw from TTU School of Law for a 50% refund; no refund thereafter.
Monday, September 15, 2025.
Student Life Presents Richard Epstein
Richard A. Epstein is the inaugural Laurence A. Tisch Professor of Law at NYU School of Law, where he serves as a Director of the Classical Liberal Institute, which he help found in 2013. He has served as the Peter and Kirstin Bedford Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution since 2000. Epstein is also the James Parker Hall Distinguished Service Professor of Law Emeritus and a senior lecturer at the University of Chicago.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School Forum. Event Contact: Dean Sofia Chapman
sofia.chapman@ttu.edu. Audience: Public. Event Type: General Meeting.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM.
LawSuits
In today's fast-paced world, making a positive first impression is crucial. Whether it's job interviews, Board of Barristers Competitions, or social events, wearing a proper suit can be the key to exuding confidence, competence, and a keen sense of professionalism. Wearing the right suit is one thing, but it is your confidence that truly sets you apart. When you feel comfortable in your outfit, it shows in your attitude and body language, leaving a positive and lasting impression.
Join the Career Center for a presentation by Brenda Becknell on dressing for success for interviews and beyond. The presentation is open to all students and will be held on Wednesday, September 17 at Noon in the Lanier Auditorium.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Lanier Auditorium. Event Contact: Kayla Wimberley. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Event Type: General Meeting. Topical Areas: Career Services.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM.
Networking and Presentation with the Business Section of the State Bar of Texas
Members of the Business Law Section of the State Bar of Texas will be present for a panel presentation and networking lunch to discuss their section of SBOT and fellowship opportunities for students interested in Business Law.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School Forum. Event Contact: Kayla Wimberley
Carol Mattick - 210-860-0102. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Event Type: Panel. Topical Areas: Career Services.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
ISL Extended Orientation: Wellness & Professional Identity
First-year students will to begin to understand the need for professional development toward excellence, their responsibility to others, a client-centered approach to problem solving, and the importance for wellness in the profession. The Pro Bono Program & Office for Student Life will lead this session. Lunch provided.
Audience: 1L Students.
Friday, September 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Lanier Auditorium.
Board of Barristers: Advanced Negotiations Final Round
Final Round of the Board of Barristers Advanced Negotiations Competition. Judged by a panel of professional judges, participant will compete in a negotiation competition in which they will exhibit their ADR skills.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Lanier Auditorium. 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, September 19, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Upgrade Your Outlining Plan
Don�t stop at the traditional detailed outline�enhance your learning with powerful processing tools like mind maps, flowcharts, and more. Join us for a hands-on workshop and discover new ways to master the law with confidence. Lunch provided. RSVP to oasp.law@ttu.edu.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Erica Lux. Audience: Law Students.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Law School Forum.
1L Negotiations Roll Call- Board of Barristers
This event is the Roll Call for the Fall 1L Negotiations Competition for competitors to receive and discuss the competitor packets, discuss competition dates, and cover the style and rules of the competition.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Lanier Auditorium. Event Contact: Rob Sherwin.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Friends and Family Day
Friends and Family Day gives loved ones the chance to step into the shoes of a law Student. Guests join their student for an inside look at the law school experience, from sitting in on the classes to meeting faculty. Its a great opportunity to better understand the demands. challenges and rewards of legal education while celebrating what your law student has accomplished.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School. Event Contact: Dean Sofia Chapman
sofia.chapman@ttu.edu. Audience: 1L Students. Event Type: Conference/Symposium.
Friday, September 26, 2025, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Nuts and Bolts Lecture Series
Nuts and Bolts Lecture Series with Guest Speaker Todd Spake- 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 Keffert. Audience: Law Students. Event Type: Lectures.
Friday, September 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Last day to drop a course and receive an automatic W.
Monday, September 29, 2025.
CASA Information Session
Join us for this year's first Information Session. Tabitha Rendon with CASA of the South Plains will host Information Session for the first 75 students. She will share information about CASA, their mission and how to become a volunteer. Pizza will be served. This is a law-related opportunity.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School. Event Contact: Melissa Vasquez. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Event Type: Lectures. Cost: 0.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit casaofthesouthplains.org. Timely deadline for first year law students who entered in Fall to file a Declaration of Intention to Study Law with the Texas Board of Law Examiners (ble.texas.gov)
Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
AccessLex - Financial Aid Update
Join us as AccessLex shares a legislative update on financial aid and offers practical tips for managing your money in law school. Lunch will be provided so don’t miss this chance to learn & plan ahead!
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: 105 - Classroom. Event Contact: Danielle Saavedra
Assistant Dean of Admissions
Director of First-Generation Resources.
Friday, October 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Nuts and Bolts Lecture Series
Nuts and Bolts Lecture Series with Guest Speaker Anna Gryska. 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, October 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Open House
Interested in law school? Texas Tech Law invites you to join us for our Open House on Saturday, October 4th from 9:00 to 12:00 p.m. for application advice, tips for paying for law school, a student panel, and optional law school tours. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. RSVP using this link: https://forms.lsac-unite.org/6827/OpenHouse25.html.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School. Event Contact: TTU Law Admissions
admissions.law@ttu.edu. Audience: Public. Event Type: General Meeting. Topical Areas: Admissions.
Saturday, October 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit forms.lsac-unite.org. Studying for the MPRE
2L and 3L Students are encouraged to attend this session aimed at preparing you for the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE). We will discuss information about the exam, as well as tips and tricks to pass this exam on your first attempt. Lunch provided.
Audience: 2L Students.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Lanier Auditorium.
Fall Advanced Mock Trial Roll Call- Board of Barristers
This event is the Roll Call for the Fall Advanced Mock Trial Competition for competitors to receive and discuss the competitor packets, discuss competition dates, and cover the style and rules of the competition.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Hunt Courtroom. Event Contact: Rob Sherwin.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Negotiating Salary Workshop
You just got the job offer of your dreams. Now what? Should you negotiate salary, and if so, what does that look like? Join the Career & Professional Development Center for a workshop on Negotiating Salary.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: 107 - Classroom. Event Contact: Career & Professional Development Center. Audience: 3L Students. Event Type: General Meeting.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM.
Board of Barristers: 1L Negotiations Final Round
Final Round of the Board of Barristers 1L Negotiations Competition. Judged by a panel of professional judges, participants will compete in a negotiation competition in which they will exhibit their ADR skills.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Lanier Auditorium. 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, October 10, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Energy Law Lecture Series
Energy Law Lecture Series with Guest Speaker Gregory Wrightstone. 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. Event Type: Lectures.
Monday, October 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Last day for May or August law degree candidates to file with the Law School a Statement of Intent to Graduate.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
ISL Extended Orientation: Community Engagement in the Profession
Associate Dean Chapman and Professor McDonald will facilitate discussion and learning around topics in building values of community for students as they work to enter the legal profession. Lunch provided.
Audience: 1L Students.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Lanier Auditorium.
Etiquette Dinner
Students, Faculty and Staff are cordially invited to attend the Texas Tech School of Law Etiquette Dinner featuring Guest Speaker Brenda Becknell. The event will be held in the Law School Forum on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the evening. Your modest contribution of ten dollars provides an entertaining discussion of the formalities and foibles of fine dining by our guest speaker. You may bring guests to this event for the same ticket rate. Professional business attire required. Please contact a member of the Career & Professional Development Center team with questions. Tickets must be purchased by October 8th in the Career and Professional Development Center. Cash, Check or Venmo accepted. Bon Appetit!
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School Forum. Event Contact: Kayla Wimberley. Audience: 1L Students. 2L Students. 3L Students. Event Type: General Meeting. Topical Areas: Career Services. Cost: $10.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Poverty Simulation
We continue to celebrate Pro Bono Week.
Poverty Simulation is an immersive, impactful poverty awareness event. It is meant to help people understand the stress and anxiousness that accompanies everyday life when you are experiencing poverty and other life hardships.
Sign up to participate and be part of this community event.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Law School Forum. Event Contact: Melissa Vasquez
Pro Bono Director. Audience: Faculty & Staff. Law Students. Event Type: Academic. Topical Areas: Special Events. Cost: 0. Featured Event: Law Featured Event.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Family Legal Services Information Session
Family Legal Services of the South Plains/Legal Aid Society, will be here on Thursday, October 23rd in Room 109. TTU Law Alum Curtis Phelps, will be here to describe what this organization does and how you can become a part of it. Join us in Room 109 at noon.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Location: Collier Classroom - 109 LAW. Event Contact: Melissa Vasquez
Pro Bono Projects. Audience: Law Students. Event Type: Lectures. Topical Areas: Academics.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Board of Barristers: Advanced Mock Trial Final Round
Final Round of the Board of Barristers Advanced Mock TrialCompetition. Judged by a panel of professional judges, participants will compete in a Mock trial 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.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Ace Your Essay Exams
If you're unsure whether your essays will make the grade this finals season, this workshop is for you. We'll walk through clear, practical steps to help you structure strong essays and give you the tools to ace your exams. Lunch provided. RSVP to oasp.law@ttu.edu.
TTU Dept/Org/Unit: School of Law. Event Contact: Erica Lux. Audience: Law Students.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Law School Forum.
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.
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.
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.