University of Iowa and College of Liberal Arts and Sciences biology professor John Manak received a Summer 2026 Interdisciplinary Research Grant from the Obermann Center for Advanced Studies to study Intellectual disability (ID). ID is a common neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by significant limitations in learning, memory, and problem-solving as well as social interaction and communication. Using health databases and fruit fly genetic approaches, Dr. Manak will work with Dr. Benjamin Darbro from the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics to identify genes associated with ID. The project will be funded by a Laura Spelman Rockefeller grant.

If you're graduating this spring, the countdown is on! Use this checklist to stay on track with important deadlines and make sure you're ready to walk across the stage in May.

Nine faculty members will advance their creative works in film, photography, language and culture, music, or journalism this year thanks to funding from the Arts and Humanities Initiative (AHI).

Join the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences in congratulating the 2026 Dare to Discover student and postdoc researchers, scholars, and creators from across CLAS.

Employers are looking for more than a degree—they want to see skills like critical thinking, communication, and leadership. Find out where you stand on the eight career readiness competencies with this guide from the Pomerantz Career Center.

Grab a donut and learn how to best prepare for the upcoming All Majors Career Fair! Our Career Peer Advisors will provide tips on how to prepare, what to expect, and how to stand out and get hired at this preparation event on Monday, Feb. 23.

CLAS offers over 60 majors, 70 minors, and 16 certificates, encouraging students to choose programs based on personal passions and career goals—with students like Seren and Lauren illustrating how combining majors and minors can reflect both deep interests and professional aspirations.

The All Majors Career Fair is Wednesday, February 25, from 12–4 p.m. in the IMU Main Lounge and International Ballroom. Meet employers recruiting for full-time positions and internships — no pre-registration required, just bring your Hawkeye ID and copies of your resume.

From exploring careers in law to preparing a standout application, Academic Advising is here to guide Hawkeyes every step of the way.