Success in Today's World on Your Terms

Matthew G. Whitaker

Monday, 11 Apr 2005 at 7:00 pm – Great Hall, Memorial Union

Matthew G. Whitaker is the United States Attorney for the Southern District of Iowa. Prior to his appointment, he worked for the law firms of Finley, Alt, Smith in Des Moines, Iowa; Briggs & Morgan in the Twin Cities; and was corporate counsel. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Iowa, graduated with distinction from the University of Iowa College of Law, and also received a Master of Business Administration.

Stay for the entire event, including the brief question-and-answer session that follows the formal presentation. Most events run 75 minutes.

Sign-ins are after the event concludes. For lectures in the Memorial Union, go to the information desk in the Main Lounge. In other academic buildings, look for signage outside the auditorium.

Lecture Etiquette

  • Stay for the entire lecture and the brief audience Q&A. If a student needs to leave early, he or she should sit near the back and exit discreetly.
  • Do not bring food or uncovered drinks into the lecture.
  • Check with Lectures staff before taking photographs or recording any portion of the event. There are often restrictions. Cell phones, tablets and laptops may be used to take notes or for class assignments.
  • Keep questions or comments brief and concise to allow as many as possible.