Historedia
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Founding of the Law Department

When
1842
Where
Indiana University Bloomington campus
Part of
Founding of the Indiana University law department

The law department at Indiana University Bloomington was established in 1842, becoming one of the oldest law schools in the United States.

The law school was established in 1842, making it one of the oldest law schools in the United States. It is located on the southwest corner of the Indiana University Bloomington campus, placing it in the center of Bloomington.

Sources

  1. Indiana University Maurer School of Law Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-03

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