Attorney to Visit Texas Tech, Speak about Ethics

Written by: Jessica Behnham

A former attorney with the Department of Health and Human Services will visit Texas Tech University Oct. 27-28 to speak about the responsible conduct of research and ethics. Debra Parrish is an attorney who has worked with academic medical centers, research institutions and high technology and start-up companies, particularly those in the life sciences area. Events during Parrish’s visit include:

Tuesday (Oct. 27)

9-10:30 a.m.: An information technology session will he held at the Student Union Building’s Escondido Theater. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: A luncheon with Texas Tech admistratation and deans will be held in the Red Raider Ballroom in the Student Union Building. 3-4:30 p.m.: A graduate student and faculty session will take place at the Merket Alumni Center.

Wednesday (Oct. 28)

9-10:30 a.m.: A session will be held with students and faculty from Texas Tech’s School of Law in Room 107 at the law school. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: A luncheon with students and faculty members from Texas Tech’s School of Medicine and Health Sciences Center will be held in Room 100 at the HSC Academic Classroom Building. These events are made possible through the combined efforts of the office of the Texas Tech Chief Information Officer, Texas Tech School of Law, Health Sciences Center and Graduate School, with the generous support of the Helen Jones Foundation and the University Enhancement Plan. CONTACT: Donna Rogers, development officer, Graduate School, Texas Tech University, (806) 742-2781, or donna.rogers@ttu.edu.