Graduating with degrees in political science and economics, Barrett Anderson built a strong foundation at the University of Iowa for a successful legal career.

Students enrolled in Professor Alex Smith's Election Administration course will learn how elections work, study the laws behind them and serve as poll workers during the 2026 General Election.

Menninga used her year in residence at the Center for Social Science Innovation to take her research on government-rebel group cooperation from hypothesis to manuscript.

Through internships, coursework, and cultural immersion, these CLAS students discovered new perspectives and meaningful learning experiences that extended far beyond campus.

CLAS's most popular articles from the summer of 2026 share a theme: people and ideas thrive with the right support. From humanities research funding to mathematics outreach, these stories show how expertise, mentorship, and community create new possibilities across CLAS and beyond.

Emma Anderson, a political science and international relations alum, receives 2026-27 Fulbright English Teaching Assistant award.

Tim Dickson, a political science student, completes his degree after fulfilling a promise to his mother by returning to the University of Iowa.

Thomas Knudsen, a political science student in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, was recognized at the Finkbine Dinner for his leadership, academic excellence, and impact through civic and campus engagement.