The Sustainability Organization and Fashion Law Initiative (SoFli) is excited to host our first meeting + treasure swap!

Come learn more about our organization, upcoming events and initiatives—including our biggest event of the year, our upcoming fashion show—and connect with fellow members as you go around swapping items.

Plus, bring along any clothing items and/or trinkets or books in gently used, good condition to swap with someone else and give them a new life! Bring your treasures, and you...

BCLS Kickoff Meeting, Lunch Provided

Join the Public Interest Law Society for a sand volleyball social at the Hawkeye Recreation Fields. Bring your friends, volleyballs, frisbees, and other lawn games! The Hawkeye Recreation Fields are at https://maps.app.goo.gl/BGWhYv2upmVByaHD6.

Come join the Intellectual Property Law Society (IPLS) for an introduction to the organization and a broad overview of the many opportunities and career paths in intellectual property law while meeting fellow students interested in IP. We’ll also have games, opportunities to get involved, and more!

International Law Society Introduction Meeting

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

Join us for lunch with Professor Todd Zywicki as part of the America 250th Speaker Series. A George Mason University Foundation Professor of Law at the Antonin Scalia Law School, Professor Zywicki writes and lectures worldwide on the relationship between the rule of law, individual freedom, and free markets.

Lunch is provided! Hosted by the Iowa Center for Intellectual Freedom and the Federalist Society.

Info: September 3rd, 12:40PM - 1:40PM, BLB RM 235

Event is open to all. Those who may need...

For those interested in spending more time with birds, we will be hosting a field trip to Macbride Nature Recreation Area on Monday, September 7 (Labor Day), where we will have a morning in the field with the Iowa Raptor Project learning about birds…up close!

We will meet at MNRA at 8:00 am, where we will do bird banding, hawk counting, and taking part in a citizen science project. Please note that we are meeting at an early time so that we can experience the field work during the coolest part of...

Join lawyering for Reproductive Justice for our first event of the year! Come get to know LRJ and learn more about the organization.

American Board of Trial Advocates members will facilitate this educational and entertaining program aimed at increasing civility and courtesy in the legal profession.

This event is open to current University of Iowa College of Law students. Attendance at one Lawyers & Leaders program each semester is one requirement for membership in the Pro Bono Society.

Join the Career Services Office (CSO) to learn more about how we support you throughout your time at Iowa Law! Breakfast will be provided for attendees

Networking is a big word that Tami Diebel will break down into manageable insights into why networking is important for law students and lawyers. How you do it is as unique to you as you are unique to the world. Why you should embrace it will be explained in this session. Learn the ins and outs and reasons to make it a good habit and practice as you enter the legal world.

This meeting is to have people who are interested in learning more about what goes on in Outlaws!

Join Professor Roesler for an informal student conversation about recent changes to the Endangered Species Act and what they could mean for the future of species and habitat protection. The discussion will explore changes to the definition of “harm,” protections for threatened species, critical habitat, and the broader legal and regulatory questions these changes raise.

The Iowa Raptor Project will be bringing a bird for us to learn about, starting at 12:30. The ESA info session will follow.

All College of Law students, faculty, staff, and alumni are invited to gather two hours before kickoff to enjoy food, fun, and Hawkeye spirit. Reconnect with the College of Law community and cheer on the Hawkeyes together!

The pregame cookout is generously sponsored by Sidley Austin LLP.

Law and Philosophy at Iowa and the Iowa Law Review are delighted to open registration for "Philosophy at Trial," a symposium focusing on philosophical issues in recent Supreme Court jurisprudence. The symposium will take place September 17, with topical panels and a keynote address by Lawrence Solum (Texas A&M and Legal Theory Blog). A list of panelists and moderators appears below this email.

In-person and remote attendance is available. For more information and registration, please visit the...

Experience the evolution of business law at the 2026 ISBA Business Law Seminar on Sept. 18. Engage in dynamic discussions with experts, exploring evolving trends, regulations, and strategic insights either at the Boyd Law Building in Iowa City, the ISBA Building in Des Moines, or via the live webinar option. Don't miss this opportunity to enrich your expertise and expand your network.

8:15 - 8:30 a.m.
Welcome
Rod Kubat, Chair, ISBA Business Law Section

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Inside the NVCA Model Documents...

With over 25 years’ experience in consulting, Matt leverages experts and artificial intelligence to reduce risks and costs on compliance programs, internal and government investigations, and complex commercial litigation.

Join Law Students for Life to watch Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever take on the Toronto Tempo!

This is a welcome social; Food will be provided!