Thurgood Marshall School of Law

In Memoriam - TMSL Alumnae, Kim James and Glynis Gilder

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of two cherished members of the Thurgood Marshall School of Law family, Kim James ’95 and Glynis Gilder ’00.

We extend our deepest condolences to their families, friends, classmates, and loved ones. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

May Kim and Glynis rest in eternal peace, and may their legacies continue to live through the many lives they touched.

If you're in Nashville for the National Bar Association Conference, join the Thurgood Marshall School of Law family tonight for Bourbon & Bird! 🥃🐦

Tonight (Sunday 7/26) 🕘 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM📍 Ga***rd Opryland Resort & Convention Center

For the hotel suite #, please contact TMSL Alumni Board President Judge Kevin Murray or Dean Prudence Smith.

We look forward to seeing you tonight!

TONIGHT! Join Us for Thurgood Thursday – DMV Edition!

Calling all Thurgood Marshall School of Law alumni, students, and friends in the DMV area!

Tonight - 5:00 – 7:00 PM Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley 1300 I Street NW, Washington, DC

THURGOOD THURSDAY – DMV EDITION 🎉

Calling all Texas Southern University and Thurgood Marshall School of Law alumni, students, and friends in the DMV area!

Join us for an evening of networking, fellowship, and reconnecting at our Thurgood Thursday – DMV Edition.
📅 Thursday, July 16, 2026
🕔 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 Kitchen + Kocktails
1300 I Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20005

This special gathering is proudly sponsored by TMSL alumnae Valencia Bowers Mouzon, Aretha Masterson Somerville, and the Thurgood Marshall School of Law Alumni Board.

We look forward to seeing you in Washington, D.C.!

Thursday, April 30th -
The Earl Carl Institute presents the 2026 Marcia Johnson Change Agent Award, which honors individuals whose quiet leadership, service, and advocacy are making a powerful difference in our communities. This special gathering will spotlight change agents who embody TMSL's Professor Marcia Johnson’s legacy of courage, compassion, and commitment to justice. Join us for an inspiring evening of Community and connection, Recognition of extraordinary changemakers, delicious food and fellowship, and Stories that motivate and move us to action. We encourage you to bring colleagues, friends, and family to celebrate the people who are creating impact every day—often without recognition, but never without purpose. Space is limited, so register today:https://earlcarlinc.org/MJCAA2026.

Join us for our Thurgood Thursday Appointments in the Texas Civil Courts Series!

Receivership I
Thursday, April 30, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Stems Floral & Wine- 6721 Stella Link Rd. Houston, TX

Earn 1.50 MCLE hours (including .50 Ethics) while gaining valuable insight into civil court appointments in Texas.

Complimentary admission – but space is limited!

Come network, learn, and elevate your practice in a relaxed, engaging setting.

Join us for the 2026 TMSL Solo Practice Series: Family Law
“So You Want to Practice Family Law? Real Talk With Attorneys Who Have Been There, Done That!”
-Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
-Virtual CLE 3.0 MCLE (including 1.0 Ethics) –FREE
-Led by Course Director Attorney Tammy Simien Moon, this session offers practical insight, honest advice, and real-world experiences from attorneys in the field.
-Register via QR Code or click the link - https://us02web.zoom.us/.../reg.../WN_REgBWeEjRm2c9H8klJGZhQ

Thurgood Thursday is Back in Houston!

Join us for the return of Thurgood Thursday and kick off our new CLE series with an evening of learning, connection, and community.

Thursday, March 19
5:30 – 7:00 PM
MOCA – Houston

Come engage with fellow legal professionals, gain valuable CLE insights, and continue the legacy of Thurgood Thursday!!

We look forward to seeing you there! Scan QR code or click here to register- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/attorney-ad-litem-certification-series-introduction-to-civil-courts-tickets-1985075086019

TMSL Family, we want to hear from you!

Share your professional milestones, wins, and accomplishments so we can celebrate your success and highlight the impact of a Thurgood Marshall education.

As we close out the year, I invite you to consider making an end-of-year charitable gift to support our students and the future of our law school. Every contribution helps create opportunities for the next generation of advocates.

Give today: https://giving.tsu.edu/tmslgeneral/

— Dean Carrington