Iowa Law News

Students sitting outside the Boyd Law Building

Iowa Law’s summer legal placements allow students to gain invaluable hands-on experience for academic credit

Thursday, September 3, 2026
Three students shared the benefits that enrolling in this summer's legal placement course brought them, including receiving academic credit and clarity for future career plans.
Boyd Law Building

Student Spotlight: 3L Aeja (애자) Pinto discovers the intersection of health care and law through UIHC externship

Wednesday, September 2, 2026
For much of her life, Pinto felt pulled between two worlds—law and health care. A corporate counsel field placement with University of Iowa Health Care showed her that she didn't have to choose between the two.
A group photo of the Class of 2029 in front of the Boyd Law Building.

Iowa Law announces its most academically accomplished incoming class yet

Monday, August 31, 2026
While law schools saw a nationwide uptick in applicants of roughly 8%, Iowa Law noted an increase of more than 30%. These 180 students hold highly coveted positions as members of the Iowa Law Class of 2029—something 1,683 people applied for.
A group photo of all twelve Iowa Innovation Leadership Fellows for 2026-2027.

3L Ethan Apawan named first Iowa Innovation Leadership Fellow from the College of Law

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Apawan was selected from a competitive pool of applicants to participate in the Iowa Innovation Leadership Fellows Program, a year-long educational experience designed to immerse emerging leaders in the dynamic world of health care innovation.

Upcoming events

Explore Iowa Law

Saturday, October 10, 2026 9:30am to 12:00pm
Boyd Law Building

The Explore Iowa Law open house is a unique opportunity to learn about our programs and connect with the College of Law community. During the event, you will:

Learn about Iowa Law from faculty, current students, and staff

Discuss the law school experience with current students

Discover how students are supported in their academic and professional journeys

Enjoy lunch and conversation with our admissions, career, and financial aid counselors

Take an optional guided tour of the Boyd Law Building

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1L & Peer Advisor - Caramel Dipped Grape Event - Meet the Peer Advisors

Monday, October 12, 2026 11:30am to 2:00pm
Boyd Law Building

Meet Your Peer Advisors! 1Ls - your Peer Advisors have arrived and are ready to connect, meet and get to know you! Join us in the Student Lounge any time between 11:30 and 2 pm on Monday October 12th. You can sit and chat, make some caramel grapes, and see who all the peer advisors are. Peer advisors are a fun, relaxed group of 2L and 3L students who want to help you navigate this law school world. We look forward to seeing you!

Pumpkins & Pastries

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:45pm to 1:45pm
Boyd Law Building

Join OWLSS for Pumpkins & Pastries, a cozy fall study break featuring mini pumpkin painting, pastries, and coffee. Stop by to decorate a pumpkin, grab a treat, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon with friends before the semester gets even busier.

Vanderbilt University Law School Fair

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Alumni Hall, Vanderbilt University

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

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Recurring events

Across the Aisle

Across the Aisle is a regular event series about learning to disagree while remaining friends, colleagues, classmates, and fellow citizens. At our events, small groups of participants with different views have curated discussions about pre-selected, hot button topics of social and political significance. 

Alumni Events

Learn more about annual events for College of Law alumni, including CLE opportunities, alumni reunions, the Alumni Awards Ceremony, and more.

Levitt Lecture Series

Levitt Lectures provide an annual opportunity for the College of Law to bring distinguished speakers from around the globe to present major lectures of interest.