Iowa Law News

Phyllis Propp Fowle (33JD) honored on Veteran's Day

Phyllis Propp Fowle paved the way for women lawyers to serve their country

Thursday, November 11, 2021
On this Veteran’s Day, Iowa Law is proud to share the story of alumna Phyllis Propp Fowle (33JD). Phyllis was accustomed to being a woman of firsts, paving the way for women lawyers to serve their country.
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The scariest books in the Law Library...

Thursday, October 28, 2021
In celebration of Halloween, our law librarians selected a list of the scariest book in the Law Library. It is advised you put on a book jacket for the chills of reading the scary book list...
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Pro Bono Society recognizes 56 law students for their service

Thursday, October 28, 2021
The society recently announced its Spring 2021 Members, with 56 current and recently graduated students making the list. The Pro Bono Society is an honor society that recognizes Iowa Law students who have dedicated their time towards serving others and developing skills and values that are important to a life of public service.
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The Writing Law School: Iowa Law continues its tradition of innovative legal writing education

Monday, October 25, 2021
Iowa Law has long been at the forefront of legal writing education. Although the program has evolved over time, current students and alumni alike attest that the emphasis on one-on-one instruction and consistent feedback sets the Iowa Law writing program apart and teaches the art and science of legal writing needed for success in practice.
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Iowa Law welcomes most academically qualified class in school history

Friday, October 22, 2021
This fall Iowa Law welcomed the Class of 2024–the most academically qualified class in school history. A group of 161 incoming students bringing with them the highest LSAT and UGPA in school history.

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