Brenda Gao (BS psychology ’25) has received a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to Taiwan for the 2026–27 academic year.

Abigail McCusker shares how studying criminology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has prepared her for law school, fueled her passion for research, and helped her find a welcoming community at Iowa

The University of Iowa launches a new Writing Enriched Curriculum pilot program this fall, beginning with the Department of Anthropology and the Department of History in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

From research at a national laboratory to nights at Van Allen Observatory, CLAS student Mallory Weber found a community that helped turn her curiosity about the universe into a future.

For Clinical Assistant Professor Laura Schmitt, clinical care and educating the next generation of speech-language pathologists (SLPs) go hand-in-hand.

The University of Iowa’s performing arts academic units—the School of Music, Department of Theatre Arts, and Department of Dance—will present an array of over 350 performances throughout the 2026–2027 academic year. These events will highlight student artistry, faculty direction, collaboration across campus, and excitement about new work.

Anna Gaw was promoted to Associate Director, Student Support and Transitions, with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Academic Advising, effective May 1, 2026. Anna was most recently an Assistant Director with CLAS Academic Advising and previously served as a Senior Academic Advisor in the Department of Biology where she advised Biology, Biomedical Sciences, and Neuroscience students.

CLAS's Department of Mathematics outreach programs are helping Iowa youth excel in mathematics at the highest levels. Led by associate professor Mohammad Farajzadeh Tehrani, the Iowa Junior Math Academy and related initiatives have prepared students for national competitions, university-level coursework, and top universities.

Jennifer Skolaski's journey demonstrates how a bachelor's degree in social work can lead to a career creating lasting community impact. Learn how the 2005 Iowa graduate has transformed her passion for helping others into a leadership role focused on solving complex challenges through collaboration and innovation.

Two CLAS academic partners are now one department. As of July 1, Classics and Religious Studies have merged into the Department of Classics and Religious Studies — building on years of shared teaching and research between the two fields.