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Events

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Writing & Academic Success Center Open House

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 12:40pm to 1:40pm
Boyd Law Building

First-year law students are invited to attend the Writing Center Open House on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 12:40 to 1:40 p.m. in Room 480. Stop by to meet our tutors and learn about the writing and tutoring services available to you. We’ll have a scavenger hunt, treats, and prizes!

We look forward to welcoming you and helping you get off to a strong start at Iowa Law!

College of Law Welcome Back

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Walker Homestead

Please join us at beautiful Walker Homestead (3867 James Ave SW, Iowa City) for hors d'oeuvres and drinks as we welcome each other back to campus for the Fall semester. All faculty and staff are welcome!

Student Organization Fair

Thursday, August 27, 2026 12:45pm to 2:00pm
Boyd Law Building

Iowa Law's annual Student Organization Fair will take palce Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 12:45–2 p.m. Weather permitting, the fair will be held outside the Boyd Law Building.

There are a wide range of student organizations! Learn more: https://law.uiowa.edu/current-students/student-organizations

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