A view of the Boyd Building at the UI College of Law.

UI launches search, names committee for next College of Law dean

Thursday, August 20, 2026
The University of Iowa has launched a national search for the next dean of the College of Law. The search comes as Dean Todd Pettys approaches the end of his term leading the college on June 30, 2027. Pettys will return to the College of Law faculty at the conclusion of his term or when a new dean is appointed.

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