The Fred Parks Law Library
The Law Library supports the law school by providing a teaching and research collection, outstanding service to the community, student education, a fiscally prudent budget, process improvement, and continuing Library staff development.
Library Information
The Fred Parks Law Library
South Texas College of Law Houston
1303 San Jacinto Street
Houston, Texas 77002-7006
Patron Services Desk: (713) 646-1711
Reference Desk: (713) 646-1712 or email askpat@stcl.edu
Library Fax: (713) 659-2217
Interlibrary Loan: askblanche@stcl.edu
We offer Reference Service In-Person and Virtually.
Virtual Reference is available during all posted Reference Desk Hours via:
- Email at askpat@stcl.edu
- Telephone at (713) 646-1712
- Zoom on request
- Chat
/ connect with us online
Library Hours
The Houston Mutiny & Riot Records
The mutiny and riot of African American soldiers that occurred on August 23rd, 1917 at a WWI training camp in Houston, TX, resulted in the largest murder trial in American history. In total 118 soldiers were tried, 110 soldiers were convicted, 19 soldiers were executed, and 91 were sentenced to various terms of confinement. In 2020, South Texas and the NAACP joined together to petition the government for clemency on behalf of these soldiers. Learn more: Law Students Play Key Research Role in Restoring Honor
Historic Catalog & Yearbooks Collection
Originally named the South Texas School of Law, the evolution of the College can be seen in our catalogs. There are the obvious changes, such as tuition increases, the name change, and our separation from the YMCA. Then there are the less obvious ones: our growth and development, hiring of full-time faculty, and having classes during the day. What has remained constant is the dedication to legal education, our students, and our community.
Rooftop Garden & Garden Gnome
The Library’s rooftop terrace is home to a community garden and Oliver Wendell Gnome. Oliver first came to the Library to oversee the garden. His role has since expanded, however, and is now the (not so) unofficial Library mascot He appears in promotional materials, showcases Library resources, and is a rising social media star.
