On Veterans Day, we recognize and thank the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Their dedication, discipline, and leadership are deeply respected and appreciated by all of us at the Law Center.
UHLC was founded in 1947 in repurposed World War II barracks on the north side of campus. Many of our earliest law students were returning veterans pursuing legal careers after military service. We are proud that UH Law alumni with military backgrounds have gone on to leadership roles within the UH System, including a former servicemember who became Chairman of the Board of Regents and another who served as a Student Regent while in law school as well as the many other service members who have served as law school staff and administration, faculty members, and alumni leadership.
Veterans Day is observed each year on November 11. The date marks the armistice that ended World War I on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, a moment that continues to symbolize peace and gratitude to those who defend our nation.
UH Law Center remains committed to supporting veterans and active-duty service members through our Military Justice Clinic, which provides students the opportunity to assist in representing military personnel in legal matters while advancing access to justice for those who serve.
To all veterans across the Law Center Community including students, faculty, staff, and alumni, thank you for your service and the many ways you continue to contribute to our law school and society.
Leonard M. Baynes
Dean, Hugh Roy and Lillie Cranz Cullen Distinguished Chair, and Professor of Law
University of Houston Law Center
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