Welcome from Liz Mendez-Shannon, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Welcome from Liz Mendez-Shannon, Director of Access, Opportunity, and Diversity

We invite you to explore how the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) fosters a sense of community through our commitment to access, opportunity, and diversity. Please navigate this page to learn how we are fostering a more welcoming and respectful community and empowering our students, faculty, and staff with the skills to lead in a culturally and globally diverse society and workforce.

Student cultural houses

The Afro House is a safe space for Black students, where they can feel welcomed and at home.

Afro House-advised student groups

Asian Pacific American Cultural Center (APACC) is a space for affirming and healing student identities affiliated with the center, and a space for fellowship and community building.

Latin Native American Cultural Center (LNACC) fosters a sense of belonging, where students can authentically engage with their personal, academic, cultural, emotional, and spiritual identities in a safe, trusting, loving, non-competitive, non-judgmental, yet challenging space.

Pride House supports student success and holistic wellness by providing a nurturing and affirming space for our LGBTQ students.

Events

Junior Learn to Row Series - Session 2 promotional image

Junior Learn to Row Series - Session 2

Monday, July 29, 2024 9:00am to 11:00am
Beckwith Boathouse
Learn to Row this Summer! 4-day series. Ages 12+.
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Discover Study Abroad-Summer 2024

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 12:30pm to 1:00pm
Virtual
Would you like to study abroad during your time at the University of Iowa, but don't know where to start? Attend our weekly Virtual Discover Study Abroad info sessions to learn how study abroad works and find the right international opportunity for you!
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OSA at the 108th Annual Meskwaki Powwow

Friday, August 9 to Saturday, August 10, 2024 (all day)
OSA educators will be joining the Meskwaki Cultural Center and Museum staff in the History Exhibit tent at the 108th Annual Meskwaki Powwow! Learn about archaeology and OSA's Tribal partnerships. Chat to archaeologists and try some hands-on games and activities!
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