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Events

Washington DC Law School Fair

Monday, October 19, 2026 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Charles E. Smith Center

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

Planning for your Second Semester

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 12:35pm to 1:50pm
Boyd Law Building

New 1L and ASJD students join Dean Crain, Registrar Seedorff, and Academic Advisor Lefevre to learn about planning for the second semester, how to choose the spring elective, and what to anticipate for your first final exams. Lunch will be provided.

Themis Bar Review Course Demonstration & Presentation

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 12:40pm to 1:40pm
Boyd Law Building

Join Themis for a review of the 2027 Bar Exam and a demonstration of their course at 12:40pm on Tuesday, October 20. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP here if you are a 2027 bar examinee (in any jurisdiction) or want to learn more about Themis, in general: https://forms.gle/u1199pcAUN8q7gqQ6!

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