DALLAS, Texas – More than 75 people attended the Texas A&M University School of Law’s meet-and-greet reception for Dean Andrew P. Morriss the evening of July 18. Despite the rainy weather, students, alumni, faculty, staff and local attorneys all showed up to the Belo Mansion in Dallas to meet the dean and support the law school.
After discussion and laughter amongst the group, Arturo Errisuriz, director of career services at the law school, gathered everyone around the festively decorated Aggie stage. Errisuriz introduced Dean Morriss to a round of applause. The crowd quieted to listen to his encouraging words and future plans for the law school.
“With our faculty and staff and the Aggie Spirit, Texas A&M University School of Law is ready to educate the next generation of Texas lawyers. What better professional network than that of the former students of Texas A&M University and our law school,” Morriss said.
Morriss closed by saying he is excited for what the future holds for the law school.
The host committee was represented by: Chris Parvin, Mike Baggett, Mike Regitz, Sherri Anderson, Florentino Ramirez, Sr., Florentino A. Ramirez, Rob Ward and Audrey Moorehead.
Law school alumnus and Dallas attorney, Chris Parvin, also made a generous pledge to the law school of $25,000.
“It’s largely because of these contributions that the law school will thrive academically and can initiate new programs. Mr. Parvin’s gift will help us accomplish many things, and the law school is grateful for his support,” Morriss said.
Guests enjoyed delicious hors d'oeuvres, including crab cakes, beef Wellington and much more.
For those who weren’t able to attend the Dallas reception, Texas A&M School of Law will host another meet-and-greet with Dean Morriss in Fort Worth in September. Event details coming soon.
To view more photos from this event, view the album on Facebook.
Photos by Jared Bower.