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CLAS's top stories from summer 2026
Thursday, August 13, 2026
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.
Founded by German faculty member, Anne Frank Initiative continues to grow
Monday, August 3, 2026
Following the 2022 planting of the Anne Frank horse chestnut sapling on the University of Iowa Pentacrest, the Anne Frank Initiative, an International Programs affinity group, has expanded its programming and deepened its presence across campus and in the broader community.
Meet 4 doctoral students advancing research with Graduate College summer fellowships
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
This summer, 109 advanced doctoral candidates are participating in the Graduate College Summer Fellowship Program. Meet four students whose fellowship-supported research is deepening our understanding of neuroscience, dual language learning, product delivery optimization, and the rise of the gig economy.