The University of Iowa - College of Law

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Iowa Law News

A Tribute to Dean Kevin Washburn

Thursday, January 2, 2025

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25 Years of Human Rights Impact

Friday, December 13, 2024

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Professor Todd Pettys named interim dean of Iowa Law, effective January 1, 2025

Thursday, November 7, 2024

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Events

CCC, PILS, and JGRJ Present: Defending Justice with Prof. Sara Hildebrand

Thursday, March 27, 2025 12:35pm to 1:45pm

Boyd Law Building

Gideon Day, observed in March, commemorates the landmark Supreme Court case Gideon v. Wainwright, which affirmed that the Sixth Amendment's right to counsel is fundamental to a fair trial. This ruling led to the establishment and expansion of public defender systems nationwide. In recognition of this, Professor Hildebrand, a former public defender with Colorado's Public Defender Office, will deliver a lecture on her experiences in the field.

Founding Mothers Support Group

Friday, March 28, 2025 12:30pm to 2:00pm

Boyd Law Building

This support group is led by Social Worker Sam for any student enrolled at Iowa Law who wishes to explore gender dynamics in law school. The invitation is to come together on a regular basis to vent, process, plan, and support each other. There is no long-term commitment and no need to attend consistently. If you are interested in attending, please email Social Worker Sam to receive and review a copy of the group’s Constitution before attending. All attendees must sign the group’s Constitution...

OWLSS Spring Conference (L&L)

Monday, March 31, 2025 12:00pm to 2:00pm

Boyd Law Building

Join OWLSS for our spring conference! We are going to hear from professors as well as practitioners how to bring your own style and personality into professional work attire. These panelists are going to share their own stories about challenges and triumphs they have faced while trying to be fashionable in the legal profession.

Barrister's Bowl - NLG Chili Cook-Off

Monday, March 31, 2025 12:30pm to 2:00pm

Boyd Law Building

Which chili will claim the title of Barrister's Bowl? Join the National Lawyers Guild at Iowa for a chili cook-off on March 31 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in the 4th floor student lounge. Admission is $3 and attendees can sample as many chilis as they please before casting their vote for the winner. Entries will be accompanied by a list of ingredients and will clearly indicate dietary and allergen information. Email hannah-wenger@uiowa.edu if you would like to enter the competition!