Jane Nachtman, a faculty member in University of Iowa Physics & Astronomy, received a $460,000 grant from the Fermi Research Alliance to work on neutrino detectors as part of the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) at Fermilab. bit.ly/4cm0KI7

Kinnick Stadium is hosting the first-of-its-kind video game fundraiser benefiting the UI Health Care Stead Family Children's Hospital. The unique fundraiser will take place on Sept. 28 and is accepting registrations and donations. bit.ly/3LZmsH3

In the spring of 2024, CLAS student Maryam Mohammed participated in SIT's Jordan Refugee, Health, and Humanitarian Action. Maryam learned about the health systems and human rights practices in the Middle East region. bit.ly/3ysLV8G

Bruna Dantas Lobato and Jennifer Croft, two translation program alumni, were featured recently in the New York Times for their literary work in translation and writing. nyti.ms/3yH3aDe

Congratulations to UIowa Computer Science faculty member Rishab Nithyanand, who received a prestigious NSF CAREER award to help tackle the enforcement of consumer privacy regulations. bit.ly/3YF4KQt

Chemistry student Jessica Miller spent two weeks this summer visiting Germany, Switzerland, France, and Austria and saw how Iowa values played a crucial role in making the most of her experience abroad. Learn more about Jessica's time abroad: bit.ly/3YL5XWD

Less than a week until classes start! CLAS dean Sara Sanders and our associate deans Chris Cheatum, Roland Racevskis, Cornelia Lang, and Josh Weiner can’t wait to see our students back on campus. 💛 🖤

In June, researchers from Psychology at The University of Iowa opened a multipurpose space in Cedar Rapids to engage in research with a larger and more diverse population in studies surrounding language learning, reading, exercise, cognitive aging, and more. bit.ly/3AooGx7

We had a great time at the CLAS Welcome Party meeting our latest group of first-year and transfer students! How can you not have a good time with free t-shirts, music, and Herky? 💛 🖤

The 2024 Student Employment Job Fair is just around the corner! This is a chance for students looking for part-time employment to find their next opportunity and network with various employers. bit.ly/4dFGDFE

Dozens of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences faculty and staff were recognized by the class of 2024 for making a meaningful impact. Hear from nine faculty on why they're committed to helping their students and their favorite moments: bit.ly/4cvzSVS 🎓✨

Students can now stay connected and organized with the new University of Iowa app. CLAS faculty and staff can encourage students to download the app by searching “University of Iowa” in the app store. bit.ly/4fYmX1D

We hope our new first-year and transfer students in CLAS had a great time last week during On Iowa! From silent disco, yard games, and ultimate frisbee, we know our new Hawkeyes had no trouble meeting new lifelong friends! ✨🎉

International Programs curated their top five "must dos" for Iowa students who are considering studying abroad. Explore the full details on the opportunities students can take advantage of to help aid their decision to study abroad: bit.ly/3Ar8smP

John Doershuk, an adjunct professor in the Department of the Anthropology, and others have uncovered the first well-preserved mastodon skull scientifically extracted from Iowa. During the 12-day dig, archeologists discovered artifacts indicating human existence in the area dating

Wayne Polyzou, a faculty member in University of Iowa Physics & Astronomy received $300,000 from the National Science Foundation to support a research collaboration with particle physics students in Poland and Ukraine. bit.ly/4cAEzOn

CLAS undergraduate student Emily Delgado curated a list of the top five things new and returning students should consider when starting the new academic year. bit.ly/3Xi6oGN

We're still thinking about all the fun we had at the CLAS Welcome Party! 🎉 We hope everyone enjoyed the live music, free t-shirts, and spending time with Herky.

Over the summer, CLAS journalism students pursued internships across the country. From Seattle to Washington D.C., these students were able to take what they've learned in the classroom and use it in their professional experiences. bit.ly/3Xmlzij

The upcoming Book Matters event will celebrate the recent works of faculty members Louisa Hall and Bennett Sims from UI Dept. of English. After the reading, faculty member Donika Kelly will join for a conversation and question and answer session. bit.ly/3z7cIrf