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Events

OWLSS Fall Conference

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Boyd Law Building

Join OWLSS for our 2026 Fall Conference, focused on internship and career preparation! Grab a bite to eat, check out our career prep stations, and chat with students and staff who will advise you on how to draft an impressive resume and cover letter, navigate networking and interviews, and put your best foot forward at your internship. Come and go as you please.

Student Loan Repayment for Legal Careers Presentation

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 1:00pm to 1:45pm
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Student loan repayment can feel overwhelming, but you can chart a path to a debt-free future based on your specific income and career trajectory. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will cover common repayment strategies for different legal careers and essential details regarding current and upcoming repayment plan options, consolidation, and detailing the Public Service Loan Forgiveness process. Exclusively for University of Iowa College of Law...

Assisted Suicide and the Law

Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:30pm to 1:45pm
Boyd Law Building

Join attorney Kevin Theriot and Law Students for Life for a discussion on the growth of assisted suicide laws around the country and litigation strategies to protect vulnerable Americans.

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