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Events

Gustavus Adolphus Law School Fair

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Heritage Banquet Room

Meet with University of College of Law Iowa admissions representatives at an event for prospective law students.

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Beat the Heat: Avoid Procrastination in Legal Writing

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 5:00pm to 7:30pm
Boyd Law Building

Enjoy pizza, snacks, camaraderie, and help from the Iowa Law Writing Center tutors during the evening.
We will offer two 15-minute workshops during the evening:
Targeting the Right Facts in Rule Explanation (Kenzie Hines)
Countdown to Submission: Revision Triage (Amy Ziegler)

OWLSS: Finals Tips & Tricks

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Boyd Law Building

Finals season is right around the corner! Join the Organization of Women Law Students and Staff (OWLSS) for a Finals Tips & Tricks event, where upper-level law students will share their advice on preparing for exams, using outlines effectively to study, practicing exam questions, managing study schedules, and navigating finals with confidence.

Whether you're preparing for your first round of law school exams or looking to improve your study strategies, this is a great opportunity to ask questions...

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