Dr. Rick Young Dr. Rick Young Associate Professor Pre-Law Advisor
Political Science
713/525-3816

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Rick Young is the director of the St. Thomas Prelaw Program and the UST Fighting Celt Mock Trial Program . His research areas include constitutional law and the history of law. He can speak on constitutional law and policy, beach/land use and surfing.

Areas of Expertise
Constitutional Law, History of the Common Law, Maritime Piracy, Sailing and Surfing

Degrees

  • Juris Doctor - Law - South Texas College of Law (1975)
  • Bachelor of Arts - History - University of St. Thomas (1970)
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