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Paying it Forward

Thursday, January 16, 2025
Rob Youle (76JD) has spent decades supporting two institutions that changed his life for the better—the American Cancer Society and Iowa Law
Criminal Justice Trailblazers

Criminal Justice Trailblazers

Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Three members of the Iowa Law community are driving change in the national parole and probation systems
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A Tribute to Dean Kevin Washburn

Thursday, January 2, 2025
After serving as dean of Iowa Law for more than six years, Kevin Washburn is stepping down at the end of 2024, leaving a legacy of innovation, excellence, and diversity

Upcoming Events

13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop

Friday, January 31, 2025 9:30am to 11:30am
Virtual
Would you like to teach English, study, or do research or creative work abroad for an academic year at no cost to you (U.S. citizens only)? Join International Programs at the University of Iowa for the 13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop.

1L Interviewing Program

Friday, January 31, 2025 12:40pm to 1:45pm
Boyd Law Building

Mental Health Mural Painting

Monday, February 3 12:00pm to Friday, February 7, 2025 2:00pm
Boyd Law Building
Express yourself and leave a colorful, lasting message to future students who visit the counseling office. There is no need to have previously met Social Worker Sam or used counseling services. Come say hi, do some art, and enjoy a free lunch! No RSVP needed beforehand; simply stop by on whichever day(s) of the week it’s most convenient for you. No artistic experience needed; there are a lot of stencils! All members of the Iowa Law community are welcome to participate: students, faculty, and staff. Free lunch available for students only.

Dream Journal and Law Fit Intro

Monday, February 3, 2025 12:40pm to 1:40pm
Boyd Law Building
Law school will inundate you with information, but this program is something different! A place for you to dream, rejuvenate, be inspired, and remember why you are here. Do you want to be an attorney? A legislator? A fixer? A helper? A leader? A lobbyist? An advocate? A politician? A judge? An astronaut? An actor? A sports manager?In this Program, we will help you explore your career ideas and help you make a plan by using the LawFit Career Assessment tool and the Iowa Law Careers Services Vision Journal.

Collegiate Community Committee

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Boyd Law Building

Law Hawk Volunteers Needed

Friday, February 7, 2025 (all day)
The admissions office is seeking volunteers to help with our admitted students email project. Admitted students love to hear from current law students about their experience at Iowa law. This project will start in late January and run thru mid April. Each week the admissions office will send a small list of admitted students for you to reach out to. Depending on the number of volunteers we receive you will not be given a list every week. If you would like to help us please send an email to Jan Barnes at jbarnes@uiowa.edu, with your email address.

ISBA Mental Health Check-In with Sam Ramsey

Monday, February 10, 2025 12:30pm to 1:50pm
Boyd Law Building
The Iowa Student Bar Association (ISBA), in collaboration with law school mental health therapist Sam Ramsey, is hosting a mental health check-in. The event will feature small group discussions where students can connect with peers to explore and share perspectives on mental health topics.
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The "Iowa Effect": Insurance and Climate Change with New York Times Reporter Christopher Flavelle

Friday, February 14, 2025 12:45pm to 1:45pm
Boyd Law Building
Join the Hubbell Environmental Law Initiative at the University of Iowa College of Law for a discussion with New York Times climate reporter Christopher Flavelle and Martin Grace, Professor of Finance at the Tippie College of Business. Christopher Flavelle has been writing about the impacts of climate change on insurance markets for years. In May of 2024, Christopher reported on a recent trend in insurance coverage, calling it the “Iowa effect.” Even in formerly low-risk places like Iowa...

Explore Iowa Law

Saturday, February 15, 2025 (all day)
Boyd Law Building
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"Barons: Money, Power, and the Corruption of America's Food Industry" with Austin Frerick

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 (all day)
Boyd Law Building
Iowa's own Austin Frerick will be at Iowa Law on Feb. 26 to discuss his new book Barons: Money, Power, and the Corruption of America's Food Industry. Barons is the story of seven corporate titans in the food industry and their rise to power, with a lens on Iowa and the Midwest. Food and beverages will be provided for those who register in advance. Register here: https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9tceGi7TekGl5EW
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