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Want to do well in your courses? Talk to your teachers

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Meeting your instructors is the “secret cheat code to college success” according to one UI professor, but it doesn’t have to be a secret. CLAS academic advisors bust three myths about faculty drop-in hours and offer tips for meeting with your teachers.
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Spring 2025: Important dates and deadlines for students

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
As a student at the University of Iowa and in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, stay on top of these important dates and deadlines.
Students participate in class

Discover new interests with CLAS general education courses

Monday, October 28, 2024
General education courses in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences allow students to explore different areas of study and get out of their comfort zone—all while gaining valuable skills for the future.
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Registration tips and tricks from CLAS academic advisors

Monday, October 28, 2024
It's almost time to register for the spring semester! Don’t forget to schedule an appointment with your academic advisor if you need registration authorization. Check out these tips for planning your courseload and to ensure your schedule is full for next semester.
Students studying

Transform your learning: Make study groups work for you

Monday, October 28, 2024
One common piece of advice from faculty and alumni is to join a study group. To use your time effectively and maximize the benefits of collaborative learning, consider these recommendations from Learning at Iowa.
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To drop or not to drop? These are the questions

Monday, October 28, 2024
If you have a class that isn’t going according to plan, here are some things to think about before the drop deadline on Nov. 18.
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How to pick your World Language Pathway

Monday, September 23, 2024
As CLAS advisors, we talk with students weekly about the new World Languages Pathways and want to share some information to help guide your choice.
A CLAS advisor meets with a student

CLAS academic advisors share tips for winter and spring registration

Monday, September 23, 2024
Registration for the winter 2024 and spring 2025 sessions is coming up quickly! Follow these tips from academic advisors in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences to ensure your registration goes smoothly.
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Want to graduate with distinction? Learn how!

Friday, August 16, 2024
Beginning this fall, the three levels of distinction are now consistent across all colleges at the University of Iowa and are based on GPA, not percentile.