Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies brought together graduates, families, and faculty to celebrate the achievements of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences students.

New CLAS graduate Kaya Smlatic takes you behind the scenes of Commencement, sharing what graduation day really looks like from a student's perspective.

The article highlights recent must-read books by University of Iowa-affiliated authors, showcasing a diverse range of literary work from members of the Writing University and other Hawkeye writers. Featured titles include memoirs, true crime, children’s fiction, and novels by Iowa-connected authors.

Join the 2025–2026 Grant Wood Fellows artists for an evening of discussion about their work and research. The event will be accompanied by light refreshments.

After supporting seven academic units, longtime administrator Lindsay Vella marks 10 years at UI with a move to Cinematic Arts.

University of Iowa alumnus John F. Allen’s love of music inspired a transformational gift supporting every member of the Hawkeye Marching Band.

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is pleased to recognize the scholarship and achievement of our students graduating in December 2025 with distinction and honors.

University of Iowa graduating senior Isa Holtze will deliver the address for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Commencement ceremony on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025.

When Sage Johnson steps onto the stage at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Dec. 21, she will do something she has never done before: sing the national anthem alone, in front of thousands. For the music therapy major, the moment feels both meaningful and surreal.

A new class of Hawkeyes is ready to soar—and we couldn’t be prouder of all they’ve achieved.