No matter where you are now or where your life has taken you —you're always a Hawkeye. Stay connected to CLAS and the University of Iowa.   

The majority of University of Iowa alumni studied in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and more than 174,000 living alumni have a CLAS degree. 

Explore how you can stay connected, get involved, and give back to the university, the college, or your department. Celebrate our alumni by reading about their interesting work, accomplishments, and impact.  

Alumni spotlights

People attend a screening of the Academy Award-winning film adapted by Iowa Playwrights Workshop alumnus Samuel D. Hunter at Adler Journalism Building in Iowa City.

Playwright Samuel D. Hunter leaves his mark during homecoming week as Grand Marshal

Iowa Playwrights Workshop alumnus Samuel D. Hunter came back to the University of Iowa for homecoming week. In honor of his Grand Marshal position, the UI held a lecture, Q&A, and a screening of his play, “The Whale.”
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CLAS physics alumna Amanda Acevedo helps bring NASA missions to life

From studying physics at the University of Iowa to developing software for human spaceflight, Amanda Acevedo built a career grounded in curiosity, problem-solving, and hands-on research.
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From Iowa to​ Los Angeles​​:​ How CLAS alumna Elizabeth Wickham built a career on communication studies 

Elizabeth Wickham (BA ’21) helped bring major musical artists to college campuses, coordinated influencer partnerships at New York Fashion Week, and worked on marketing campaigns for nationally recognized brands. See how Wickham turned classroom lessons, campus experiences, and persistence into a career working with national brands.
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CLAS Alumni Fellows

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, along with the University of Iowa, recognizes alumni for their outstanding contributions to society, their professions, and the Hawkeye community. 

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Dean's Advisory Council

This committee of alumni and leaders supports CLAS by advocating for the college, contributing to its success, and serving as a resource for the dean by providing perspective and advice on collegiate priorities.

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