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Spring 2017 Vol. 6, No. 3 General Editor Lynne Liberato Executive Editor David Furlow
Spring 2017 Vol. 6, No. 3 General Editor Lynne Liberato Executive Editor David Furlow Columns Lead Articles Message from the President The Role of Juries in Libel Litigation A 21st Century Clash with Prohibition: By Macey Reasoner Stokes under the Texas Constitution The First Amendment Meets Texas’s Since my last By Chip Babcock message, there have Arcane Alcohol Laws The Texas Declaration been a number of By Peter D. Kennedy of Independence developments I would For almost two hundred contained a complaint like to share with you. years, the Constitution that there had been a Read more... did not protect your Macey Reasoner denial of the right to right to true information Stokes jury. Read more... Chip Babcock about products for Executive Director’s Page sale—like a well-made beer. Read more... Peter D. Kennedy By Pat Nester In my quest to entice Don’t Mess with the you to attend the First Amendment in Texas Texas State Historical By Alicia Wagner Calzada When LBJ Got His Way: The Making Association Annual Texas has some of the of a Texas Federal Judge, 1959 Meeting, here are some nation’s strongest laws By Stephen Pate nuggets from the March protecting the rights of Pat Nester In 1959 a powerful 2 –4 event. Read more... a free press and free Senator stalled all speech. But it was not pending judicial always this way. Alicia Wagner nominations until his Read more... Fellows Column Calzada preferred candidate By David J. Beck was nominated by the Our acclaimed judicial President. Read more... Stephen Pate civics and history book Free Speech and Prior Restraint in Taming Texas: How Law and Order Came Texas, with Some Help from Hollywood to the Lone Star State, By JT Morris continues to be taught Despite the renown in schools throughout David J. -
The Lion's Roar
TheThe Lion’sLion’s RoarRoar Published by the Texas Delta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Southern Methodist University Chapter Founded March 9, 1923 January 2005 Volume 82 #1 Construction begins on the new SAE house Sigma Alpha Epsilon and SMU have joined forces to build a new chapter House. SMU has offered to fund a majority of the new, SMU- owned and managed facility, with $2,000,000 plus project oversight services; SAE alumni have agreed to contribute $1,500,000 to cover the remaining construction costs. Gifts are made to SMU and are tax deductible. The future of SAE at SMU will be closely linked to the new fraternity house. Our architectural plans are complete, bids have been received, the site has been cleared, The new Texas Delta Chapter House opening in Fall 2005. and we have broken ground. SAE has agreed to vacate the old house next fall million. To achieve this goal we need Station. He has experience, knowledge, so that SMU can start construction additional leadership gifts. and is forward thinking. We have of the parking garage for both the I am convinced that this SAE fund also incorporated suggestions from Cox School of Business and the new raising drive is of critical importance our members currently living in the Collins Center for Graduate Studies. to the future of the Greek system at House. We will have 19,983 square SAE has already obtained donations SMU. If we are successful in this feet versus the current 16,123 square of $899,000. This is a good start, drive, it will set a positive tone for the feet. -
Policy Report Texas Fact Book 2010
Texas Fact Book 2010 Legislative Budget Board LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD EIGHTY-FIRST TEXAS LEGISLATURE 2009 – 2010 DAVID DEWHURST, JOINT CHAIR Lieutenant Governor JOE STRAUS, JOINT CHAIR Representative District 121, San Antonio Speaker of the House of Representatives STEVE OGDEN Senatorial District 5, Bryan Chair, Senate Committee on Finance ROBERT DUNCAN Senatorial District 28, Lubbock JOHN WHITMIRE Senatorial District 15, Houston JUDITH ZAFFIRINI Senatorial District 21, Laredo JIM PITTS Representative District 10, Waxahachie Chair, House Committee on Appropriations RENE OLIVEIRA Representative District 37, Brownsville Chair, House Committee on Ways and Means DAN BRANCH Representative District 108, Dallas SYLVESTER TURNER Representative District 139, Houston JOHN O’Brien, Director COVER PHOTO COURTESY OF HOUSE PHOTOGRAPHY CONTENTS STATE GOVERNMENT STATEWIDE ELECTED OFFICIALS . 1 MEMBERS OF THE EIGHTY-FIRST TEXAS LEGISLATURE . 3 The Senate . 3 The House of Representatives . 4 SENATE STANDING COMMITTEES . 8 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES STANDING COMMITTEES . 10 BASIC STEPS IN THE TEXAS LEGISLATIVE PROCESS . 14 TEXAS AT A GLANCE GOVERNORS OF TEXAS . 15 HOW TEXAS RANKS Agriculture . 17 Crime and Law Enforcement . 17 Defense . 18 Economy . 18 Education . 18 Employment and Labor . 19 Environment and Energy . 19 Federal Government Finance . 20 Geography . 20 Health . 20 Housing . 21 Population . 21 Science and Technology . 22 Social Welfare . 22 State and Local Government Finance . 22 Transportation . 23 Border Facts . 24 STATE HOLIDAYS, 2010 . 25 STATE SYMBOLS . 25 POPULATION Texas Population Compared with the U .s . 26 Texas and the U .s . Annual Population Growth Rates . 27 Resident Population, 15 Most Populous States . 28 Percentage Change in Population, 15 Most Populous States . 28 Texas Resident Population, by Age Group . -
The Fellows Report
TheYour Gifts Making Fellows A Difference Report > Programs For 2013 DBF Grants Awarded_Partial List Summary Dallas Urban Debate Alliance Funds allowed DISD students to attend a summer debate program at UNT. The Dallas Urban Debate Alliance provides debate opportunities for DISD students to participate in the rigors of debate that are offered in private schools. Debate participants are more likely to graduate from high school. Debate programs serve as a pipeline to law school. Mosaic Family Services Funds allow for trained contract interpreters to assist in court hearings, document translations, and in- Multicultural Legal Services house attorney meetings for an underserved population. "Appealing to the Public"-‐ a program with Allows students from DISD to hear oral arguments of the Fifth District Court of Appeals. Students are DISD students and the Fi<h District Court of Appeals briefed by volunteer attorneys before and after the arguments. The Chief Justice reviews the levels of courts in the State of Texas. The purpose is to increase students' level of understanding of the legal system and the appeals process. IGNITE of Texas Supports expansion of the civics program for girls to 3 new high schools. Involves students in understanding the democratic and legislative process and learning the importance of women participating in the political arena. Students meet female state legislators and local elected officials and research public policy issues. LEGAL LINE Supports the free legal service program offered two times each month to the general public. Phone lines are staffed by volunteer attorneys to assist callers seeking legal guidance. DBA Minority Attorney Program Supported a 1 day program designed to meet the needs of solo, small, minority, and female practices. -
Nobel Endeavors in Immunology Introducing Dr
SPRING 2012 A PUBLICATION OF SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL FOUNDATION Nobel Endeavors in Immunology Introducing Dr. Bruce Beutler, UT Southwestern’s fifth Nobel Laureate, and the new Center for the Genetics of Host Defense Southwestern Medical Foundation Board of Trustees 2011-2012 Edward M. Ackerman Joe M. Haggar, III Richard R. Pollock Sara Melnick Albert Nancy S. Halbreich Caren H. Prothro The Heritage Society Rafael M. Anchia LaQuita C. Hall Carolyn Perot Rathjen OF SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL FOUNDATION Table of Contents Charlotte Jones Anderson Paul W. Harris* Mike Rawlings table of contents Barry G. Andrews Linda W. Hart Jean W. Roach Joyce T. Alban Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. McCullough Marilyn H. Augur Joe V. (Jody) Hawn, Jr. Linda Robuck Mr. and Mrs. James R. Alexander Christopher F. McGratty Robert D. Rogers Ralph W. Babb, Jr. Jess T. Hay Anonymous (11) Carmen Crews McCracken McMillan Editor Doris L. Bass Frederick B. Hegi, Jr. Catherine M. Rose George A. Atnip# Ferd C. and Carole W. Meyer Nobel Endeavors in Immunology Peter Beck Jeffrey M. Heller* Billy Rosenthal Marilyn Augur* William R. and Anne E. Montgomery Heidi Harris Cannella The threads of Dr. Bruce Beutler’s scientific 3 # Jill C. Bee Julie K. Hersh Lizzie Horchow Routman* Paul M. Bass* Kay Y. Moran career are inextricably woven into the fabric of W. Robert Beavers, M.D. Barbara and Robert Munford Gil J. Besing Thomas O. Hicks Robert B. Rowling* Creative Director UT Southwestern’s history. From intern to mid-career Drs. Paul R. and Robert H. Munger# Jan Hart Black Sally S. Hoglund Stephen H. -
Strength in Numbers: the Rising of Academic Statistics Departments In
Agresti · Meng Agresti Eds. Alan Agresti · Xiao-Li Meng Editors Strength in Numbers: The Rising of Academic Statistics DepartmentsStatistics in the U.S. Rising of Academic The in Numbers: Strength Statistics Departments in the U.S. Strength in Numbers: The Rising of Academic Statistics Departments in the U.S. Alan Agresti • Xiao-Li Meng Editors Strength in Numbers: The Rising of Academic Statistics Departments in the U.S. 123 Editors Alan Agresti Xiao-Li Meng Department of Statistics Department of Statistics University of Florida Harvard University Gainesville, FL Cambridge, MA USA USA ISBN 978-1-4614-3648-5 ISBN 978-1-4614-3649-2 (eBook) DOI 10.1007/978-1-4614-3649-2 Springer New York Heidelberg Dordrecht London Library of Congress Control Number: 2012942702 Ó Springer Science+Business Media New York 2013 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. Exempted from this legal reservation are brief excerpts in connection with reviews or scholarly analysis or material supplied specifically for the purpose of being entered and executed on a computer system, for exclusive use by the purchaser of the work. Duplication of this publication or parts thereof is permitted only under the provisions of the Copyright Law of the Publisher’s location, in its current version, and permission for use must always be obtained from Springer. -
More Paxton Momentum: Dr. Steve Hotze Endorses Ken Paxton
For Immediate Release – March 12, 2014 Contact: Anthony Holm: [email protected] More Paxton Momentum: Dr. Steve Hotze Endorses Ken Paxton (McKinney, Texas) - Senator Ken Paxton today announced the endorsement of Dr. Steve Hotze, President of Conservative Republicans of Texas, in his campaign for Texas Attorney General. Dr. Hotze said, “Time and time again Senator Ken Paxton has demonstrated the courage of his conservative convictions, fighting for pro-life, biblical marriage, pro-family, pro-gun, anti-tax and free enterprise legislation. Ken has challenged the Republican establishment when he felt that their positions were wrong. Ken Paxton will make an outstanding Attorney General of Texas and further advance our current Attorney General Abbott’s efforts of challenging the federal government’s infringements upon our state’s rights.” Senator Paxton commented, “I appreciate Dr. Hotze’s endorsement, particularly because we are likely to be outspent once again in the runoff and his advocacy of my candidacy will resonate with grassroots voters. Dr. Hotze’s endorsement underscores the continued momentum of my campaign support which has grown since last Tuesday. ” Last Tuesday, Senator Paxton shocked political observers with his first-place showing. During early voting, the Dan Branch campaign released a poll showing Representative Branch with an almost 2-1 lead over Senator Paxton. Despite being outspent more than 2-1, Senator Paxton led the field with 44%, coming within just 6 points of winning outright. Additionally, Paxton won Dan Branch’s home county of Dallas and his other “home” county of Bexar, where Rep. Branch grew up and still has family. -
Smu Basketball - 235 Smu Administration R
SMU BASKETBALL - 235 SMU ADMINISTRATION R. GERALD TURNER PAUL ROGERS PRESIDENT FACULTY ATHLETIC REPRESENTATIVE As president of SMU since 1995, R. Gerald Turner is leading an era of unprecedented Paul Rogers is the Marilyn Jeanne Johnson Distinguished Faculty Fellow, Professor of progress. His tenure has included two historic major gifts campaigns that raised more Law and the former dean of the SMU Dedman School of Law. He is also the University’s than $1.6 billion for student scholarships, endowed faculty positions, academic programs faculty athletic representative and helps represent the University with the American and capital projects, including new academic, student life and athletics facilities. To Athletic Conference and the NCAA. Rogers currently serves on the NCAA’s Football continue its rise in impact and quality, SMU is engaged in a three-year drive, “Pony Oversight and Football Competition Committees. He is also a member of the National Power: Strengthening the Stampede,” to provide annual gifts that support today’s Football Foundation’s Awards Committee. He is a former president of the Southwest students, faculty and academic programs. Conference and also previously served on the NCAA Division I Amateurism Cabinet, the Academics/Eligibility/Compliance Cabinet and the Executive Committee of the Division Fueled by these investments, SMU’s progress has included increases in average I-A Faculty Athletics Representative Association. admission test scores, a near tripling of student applications, an increase in minority enrollment to 27 percent, and a more than tripling of the endowment. The University In 1988 Rogers was the principal drafter of the Manual of Governance for SMU Athletics continues to advance as a leading center of teaching and research that creates new and became the frst chair of the SMU Athletic Council, which provides oversight of knowledge, addresses signifcant issues and prepares students to be world changers. -
Cox School of Business Graduate Programs Southern Methodist University 2017-2018
Cox School of Business Graduate Programs Southern Methodist University 2017-2018 1 Catalog Policy and Legal Statement Bulletin of Southern Methodist University 2017-2018 Vol. CI Southern Methodist University publishes a complete bulletin every year. The following catalogs constitute the General Bulletin of the University: Undergraduate Catalog Cox School of Business Graduate Catalog Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences Graduate Catalog Dedman School of Law Graduate Catalog SMU Guildhall Graduate Catalog Lyle School of Engineering Graduate Catalog Meadows School of the Arts Graduate Catalog Perkins School of Theology Graduate Catalog Simmons School of Education and Human Development Graduate Catalog In addition, certain locations or programs provide their own schedules: Continuing Education Jan Term SMU Abroad SMU-in-Plano SMU-in-Taos (Fort Burgwin) Summer Studies Every effort has been made to include in this catalog information that, at the time of preparation for publishing, most accurately represents Southern Methodist University. The provisions of the publication are not, however, to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the student and Southern Methodist University. The University reserves the right to change, at any time and without prior notice, any provision or requirement, including, but not limited to, policies, procedures, charges, financial aid programs, refund policies and academic programs. Catalog addenda are published online at www.smu.edu/catalogs. An addendum includes graduation, degree and -
Dan Branch Announces Candidacy for Texas Attorney General
For Immediate Release July 23, 2013 Contact: Enrique Marquez (512) 853-0283 Dan Branch Announces Candidacy For Texas Attorney General DALLAS – A lifelong conservative with a proven record of fighting for Texas and getting results, Dan Branch today announced his candidacy for Texas Attorney General in front of family, friends, and hundreds of supporters at SMU’s Dedman School of Law. “After much time spent in thoughtful reflection and prayer, and because I believe Texans need someone to defend our state, to fight for us, and to get results, I am asking for your vote to be the next Attorney General of the great state of Texas,” Branch said. “I’m running for Attorney General to fight against an overreaching federal government, to fight for open and accountable government, and to preserve limited government in Texas.” Branch was joined by his wife of more than 28 years, Stacey, their five children, and his parents in kicking off his campaign at his law school alma mater. Since 2003, Branch has served in the Texas House of Representatives, where he led the way in balancing six straight budgets without raising taxes, passing the largest tax cut in Texas history, championing pro-life legislation, and enacting landmark tort reform legislation that has helped Texas create nearly one-third of the net new jobs in America over the past 10 years. “Over the last decade, I've helped lead the fight in the legislature to reform our civil justice system and place a choke hold on frivolous lawsuits. While some talked about it, I actually cast the tough votes to make it happen. -
TEXAS Graduate and Professional Education Snapshot Academic Year (AY) 2017-1843
TEXAS Graduate and Professional Education Snapshot Academic Year (AY) 2017-1843 Enrollment Federal Direct Loan Dollars by Graduate • 193,130 graduate and professional Loan Program students enrolled, of which $261,578,433 $1,415,551,182 6,432 were law students (JD). 16% 84% Degrees Awarded • 63,484 graduate and professional degrees were awarded, of which 1,976 were law degrees (JD). Unsubsidized Grad PLUS Federal Direct Loan Recipients by Average Federal Direct Loan Amount for Graduate Loan Program Loan Recipients 100,000 82,763 80,000 60,000 Grad PLUS $18,040 40,000 14,500 20,000 Unsubsidized $17,104 0 Unsubsidized Grad PLUS $0 $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $1,677,129,615 in federal loan dollars benefitted graduate and professional students in Texas in AY 2017-18. Notes: Data for Direct Loans is for academic year 2017-18 and reflect Federal Student Aid data published as of January 2020. Data is based on disbursed loans. Data on fall enrollment and degrees awarded are for the 2017-18 academic year. Data Sources: U.S. Department of Education, Federal Student Aid; U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics; and the American Bar Association regarding students of ABA Approved Law Schools. © 2020 AccessLex Institute AccessLex Institute Member Law Schools in Your State Baylor University – Baylor Law School Southern Methodist University – Dedman School of Law Texas Southern University – Thurgood Marshall School of Law University of Houston Law Center University of Texas at Austin – Texas Law South Texas College of Law Texas Tech University School of Law Texas A&M University School of Law St. -
Davis, CA 95616 [email protected]
LISA R. PRUITT UC Davis School of Law 530 752 2750 400 Mrak Hall Drive 530 752 4704 (fax) Davis, CA 95616 [email protected] POSITIONS HELD University of California, Davis, Martin Luther King, Jr., School of Law Martin Luther King, Jr., Professor of Law 2015-present Professor of Law 2004-2015 Acting Professor of Law 1999-2004 Granted tenure in 2004. Courses: Torts, law and rural livelihoods, white working class and the law, feminist legal theory, sociology of the legal profession. Taught undergraduate students in University Honors Program (previously Davis Honors Challenge), a non-traditional honors course focused on collaborative learning that bridges the gap between academic research and practical solutions to “real world” tasks. Most recently, taught Project Management Course, 2011-2015. Taught undergraduate seminar for first-year First Gen students, Fall 2018, “The First Gen Experience in Scholarly and Popular Literature.” Research: Law and rural livelihoods, legal geography, white working class and white poverty, critical race theory, feminist legal theory, reproductive rights, legal profession, communicative torts. Prizes: Bill and Sally Rutter Distinguished Teaching Award 2020; nominee for award 2003, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013 Dean’s Distinguished Visitor, University of Southern Queensland, Faculty of Business and Law, August 2012 Selected to present paper at 2002 Stanford-Yale Junior Faculty Forum, Law and Humanities category Martin Luther King, Jr. Hall Scholar 2009-2010, 2010-2011, 2011-12, 2012-13, 2014-2015,