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News and announcements

A look at the UI’s plan for a new School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
The school’s new Department Executive Officer Emily Finzel is excited about joining multiple programs focused on the sciences and sustainability.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences announces new administrative structure for environmental programs and world languages

Tuesday, September 10, 2024
The proposed changes for fall 2025 will enhance collaboration and support student success.

CLAS students learning about their impact through new sustainability requirement

Monday, January 8, 2024
Students at the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are learning about sustainability as a part of a new general education requirement for the college.